How to replace the Wireless module (WLAN) on a XPS 8960

This 3D experience gives you the step by step process of replacing the Wireless module (WLAN) and a XPS 8960. The procedure will also include removing the Left side cover, WLAN and reinstalling them.

Removal

Left side cover

Identify the left side cover highlighted in blue.

Loosen the captive screw that secures the left side cover release latch to the chassis.

Pull the left side cover release latch to release the left side cover away from the chassis.

Remove the left side cover from the chassis.

Wireless module (WLAN)

Identify the wireless module (WLAN) highlighted in blue.

Remove the screw that secures the bracket to the system board.

Slide and lift the wireless card bracket off the wireless module.

Disconnect the WLAN cables (black and white cables) from the wireless module.

Slide and lift the wireless module out of the slot on the system board.

Install

Wireless module (WLAN)

Identify the wireless module (WLAN) location highlighted in blue.

Insert the WLAN into the slot on the system board.

Connect the black cable to the auxiliary (black triangle).

Connect the white cable to the main (white triangle).

Place and slide the wireless card bracket to secure the antenna cables.

Install the screw that secures the bracket on the system board.

Left side cover

Identify the left side cover location highlighted in blue.

Slide the bottom edge of the left side cover into the chassis.

Push the left side cover into place.

Tighten the captive screw that secures the left side cover release latch to the chassis.