Removing the WLAN Board Modules
- See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 54.
- See "Removing the Lower Cover" on page 56.
- "Removing the TV Tuner Board Modules" on page 58.
4. For Aspire 8730/8730Z Series, disconnect the three antenna cables from the WLAN board module.
NOTE: There are 3 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board module. The Black antenna cable is connected to the connector #1, the White antenna cable is connected to connector #2 and the Gray antenna cable is connected to connector #3.
5. For Aspire 8530 Series, remove the gray antenna that is taped to the board and disconnect the black and white antenna cables from the WLAN board module.

NOTE: There are 2 antenna cables connected to the WLAN board module. The Black antenna cable is connected to the J3 connector and the White antenna cable is connected to the J2 connector.
6. For Aspire 8730/8730Z Series, move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the one screw (B) on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board.
|
Step |
Size (Quantity) |
Color |
Torque |
|
1 |
M2 x L4 (1) |
Silver |
1.6 kgf-cm |
For Aspire 8530 Series, move the antenna away from the WLAN board and remove the two screws (B) on the WLAN board to release the WLAN board.
|
Step |
Size (Quantity) |
Color |
Torque |
|
1~2 |
M2 x L4 (2) |
Silver |
1.6 kgf-cm |

- 8. Detach the WLAN board from the WLAN socket.
NOTE: When attaching the antenna back to the WLAN board, make sure the cable are arranged properly.
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