19. If it is necessary to replace the wireless antenna transceivers (1) and cables (2), remove the
transceivers and cables from the display enclosure.
NOTE The wireless antenna transceivers are attached to the display enclosure by a thin
layer of adhesive.
NOTE The wireless antenna transceivers and cables are available in the Wireless Antenna
Kit, spare part number 438516-001.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly.
Base enclosure
Description Spare part number
Base enclosure 438517-001
Before removing the base enclosure, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 28).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see
Hard drive on page 29)
b. Memory/Mini PCI card module compartment cover (see
Memory module on page 31)
c. Optical drive (see
Optical drive on page 35)
d. Switch cover (see
Switch cover on page 37)
e. Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 39)
f. Display assembly (see
Display assembly on page 41)
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