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Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

Introduction

The Wi-Fi card connects your computer to the internet wirelessy. If you are having trouble connecting to your router or your internet is slow, it might be caused by the Wi-Fi card. This guide will show you step by step on how to replace the Wi-Fi card.

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    1. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

      • Make certain that the power to your laptop is off.

      • Press and slide the two buttons outwards and away from the battery.

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    2. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

      • Slide the battery away and parallel from the laptop.

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    3. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

      • Remove the battery from the slot.

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    1. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Back Panel: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Back Panel: step 4, image 2 of 2

      • Unscrew the eight 6mm screws with a Philips #1 screw driver.

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    2. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

      • Lift back cover from the groove on the left side of the cover next to the symbol.

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    1. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Wi-Fi Card: step 6, image 1 of 2 Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Wi-Fi Card: step 6, image 2 of 2

      • Remove the two 3mm Philips #1 screws from the top of the Wi-Fi card.

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    2. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

      • Unclip both black and white wires from the Wi-Fi card.

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    3. Dell Vostro 1710 Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

      • Gently pull Wi-Fi card out of its position at its angle.

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Conclusion

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

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