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Alienware M18x WiFi Card Replacement

Introduction

This guide shows how to replace the WiFi card on an Alienware M18x.

What you need

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    • Turn your computer over.

    • Slide bar over and lift battery out.

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    • Unscrew the four screws with a J000 screwdriver.

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    • Use the plastic pryer tool to lift the bottom cover off.

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    • Unscrew the two screws with a J00 screwdriver.

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    • Pull the WiFi card out.

    • Disconnect the black and white antenna cables.

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Conclusion

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

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