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Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

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    1. Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 1 of 3 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 2 of 3 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Before you begin, turn off the laptop and unplug the charger.

      • Flip the laptop over so that the backside is facing up.

      • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the six 13.0 mm screws from the sides of the back case.

      • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove one 5.0 mm screw from the back of the laptop.

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    2. Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Use the opening tool to pry the back case from the computer.

      • Use the opening tool and work your way around the perimeter of the back case to gently release the clips.

      • Start from the black vent for an easier removal.

      • Lift the back case off of the laptop.

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    1. Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Cover Assembly: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove two screws from the side of the laptop.

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    2. Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Use an opening tool to release the four tabs from the hinge cover and gently pry it off.

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    3. Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove 10 screws from the chassis.

      • Use a spudger or opening tool to remove the chassis and reveal the battery, fan, motherboard, and other components.

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    1. Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Wi-Fi Card: step 6, image 1 of 3 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Wi-Fi Card: step 6, image 2 of 3 Dell Alienware 15 R3 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Wi-Fi Card: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Open the flap to reveal the Wi-Fi card.

      • Use the Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the screw securing the Wi-Fi card.

      • Use a spudger to detach the coaxial cables from the Wi-Fi card.

      • Be careful when detaching these cable connectors from the Wi-Fi card. The base of the connectors are prone to break off.

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Conclusion

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

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