HP Spectre x360 13t-4000 Wifi Adapter Replacement

Written By: Brandon Carvalho

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HP Spectre x360 13t-4000 Wifi Adapter Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

6 minutes

Introduction

This guide will instruct you on how to remove and replace the Wifi Adapter. Replacement of the wifi adapter may be necessary if the device cannot connect to the internet.

Tools

Step 1

Turn off and unplug the laptop.
Flip over the laptop so that the bottom backplate is exposed.

Step 2

Use a T5 screwdriver to remove the six 3 mm screws that secure the backplate.
Use the same screwdriver to remove the two 7 mm screws.

Step 3

Insert an opening tool under the bottom cover at the screen hinges, and gently pry the cover free.
Carefully work your way around the cover's edges to pop it off completely.

Step 4

With the backplate removed, remove the four 3 mm screws securing the battery with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
With the screws removed, disconnect the 3 wires connected to the battery.
Tweezers may be needed to remove the wires.

Step 5

Using a Phillips#0 screwdriver, remove the 2 mm screw.
Located to the right of the screw, there are two wires connected to the adapter. Using tweezers, carefully remove the wires.
There may be tape covering the wires.
Now you can remove the adapter by pulling it from its socket.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Author

Brandon Carvalho

Member since: 21/03/19

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