Wireless Mini-Card(s): Dell Inspiron One 2305/2310 Service Manualfile:///T|/htdocs/systems/InsOne2310/sr/sm/cards.htm[7/25/2012 10:24:54 AM]Back to Contents PageWireless Mini-Card(s)Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service ManualRemoving the Mini-Card(s)Replacing the Mini-Card(s)WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with yourcomputer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage atwww.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due toservicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty.CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or byperiodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).CAUTION: When the Mini-Card is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see"Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer).NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell.If you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed.Your computer supports two half Mini-Card slots for Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and a TV tuner module.Removing the Mini-Card(s)1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.2. Remove the back cover (see Removing the Back Cover).3. Follow the instructions from step 2 to step 5 in Removing the Front Stand.4. Remove the system-board shield (see Removing the System-Board Shield).5. Disconnect the antenna cable(s) from the Mini-Card.1 antenna cables (2)6. Remove the two screws that secure the Mini-Card to the system-board connector.7. Lift the Mini-Card away from the system-board connector.CAUTION: When the Mini-Card is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see"Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions that shipped with your computer).