IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement Replace the Wi-Fi Card of your IBM Thinkpad R40.

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IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

INTRODUCTION Use this guide to replace the Wi-Fi Card of the IBM Thinkpad R40.

TOOLS: 64 Bit Driver Kit (1)

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IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

Step 1 — Wi-Fi Card 

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws located at the bottom of the laptop, covering the battery pack.

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Remove the battery from the laptop and place it to the side.

Step 2

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IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

Step 3 

Loosen the screw covering the Wi-Fi card panel.

Step 4

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Open the now loosened section.

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Release the clips that hold the Wi-Fi card in place.

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Remove the Wi-Fi card.

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IBM Thinkpad R40 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. This document was last generated on 2017-07-07 06:08:12 AM.

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