Re: Laptop wireless

On Thu, 20 Mar 2008 04:36:57 -0400, Sue Miller
<2.sue.miller@gmail.com> wrote:

>I'm interested in finding an (online) guide to installing (or
>replacing) the full antenna for an internal wireless setup in a
>laptop.
>
>My laptop is set up for wireless, but, I stripped the head off the
>connector wire (by accident). I can find online guides on how to
>replace the card, but, I need information on how to replace the
>antenna (or connector wire)
>
>Sue

Any particular maker and model number laptop?
Any particular maker and model number wireless card?

What were you doing that inspired you to destroy the antenna coax
cable? What were you trying to accomplish (besides destroy the
laptop)?

There are usually two coax cables and connectors going to the wireless
card in most laptops. If you trashed one, you can still function on
just the other if it were plugged into the "MAIN" port (instead of the
"AUX" port). If you destroyed both connectors, there are replacement
antennas with cables available for most model laptops. It's almost
impossible to replace just the u-FL connector end.

This might also give you some ideas:
<http://repair4laptop.org/wireless_lan_antennae.html>
The most difficult part is disassembling the laptop and LCD section.
If you've never done this before, be prepared for a major project. If
you have a digital camera, take LOTS of pictures so you can
re-assemble the laptop.


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