Dell 9300 Laptop User Manual


 
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Mini PCI Card
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Removing the Mini PCI Card
Replacing the Mini PCI Card
Removing the Mini PCI Card
1. Follow the instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer."
2. Turn the computer over and loosen the two captive screws on the Mini PCI card cover.
3. Place your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift the cover open.
4. Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card.
CAUTION: If you are removing and/or installing a 2.4-GHz (802.11b, 802.11b/g) Mini PCI card, follow the instructions noted below. Only
products approved for use in your portable computer may be installed. Approved Mini PCI cards may be purchased only from Dell.
CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.
NOTE: 2.4-GHz Wireless LAN PC Cards may be removed and installed by the user.
NOTE: If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, see "Replacing the Mini
PCI Card." If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card.
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antenna cables (2)
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the Mini PCI card connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the card.