Dell Inspiron 3148 WLAN Card Replacement

Written By: Christopher Gravelle
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Dell Inspiron 3148 WLAN Card Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

6

Time Required

10 - 15 minutes

Introduction

Is your computer experiencing problems with connecting to the Wi-Fi or the internet? Consider using this guide to replace the WLAN card in your device.

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    • Ensure the device is powered off and unplugged. Close the device and orient it face up, with the hinges further away from you.

    • Flip the device over so the backside is facing you.

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    • Using the Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove all nine 7mm screws.

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    • Using the plastic opening tool, pull the back panel upward. Move the opening tool along the edge of the device and lift the panel off of your device.

    • Be aware, the back panel is kept in place by magnetic clips. They will offer some resistance, but continue to gently leverage upwards.

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    • Locate the WLAN chip. It is a small wireless network card with two small cables connected to it, one black and one white.

    • Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the single 2mm screw from the WLAN card.

    • The card should pop right up once the screw is removed.

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    • Remove the two wires by pulling them upward, away from the WLAN card.

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    • Using your fingers, pull the WLAN card up and away from the device.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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