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    Adding Bluetooth to K50I?

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by tgambitg, Jun 9, 2010.

  1. tgambitg

    tgambitg Newbie

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    Anyone know how I can add an internal bluetooth module to a K50I?

    I basically need to know if there is a connector inside for one, and how to get to it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
     
    tgambitg, Jun 9, 2010
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    drhuszarka Newbie

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    Has anyone info aboute this question?
    I need to know too.
     
    drhuszarka, Jan 23, 2011
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    ncc1701k Notebook Consultant

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    It should be possible, I've added one to my ul50.
    It's something like this: ASUS Bluetooth Module 2.0 BT-183 EPC 1005 1008 U5 M9 A8 - eBay (item 250720297098 end time Jan-30-11 07:27:07 PST)

    the modules are all the same across the board, but the cables might be slightly different. To install it, you have to open up your notebook, there will be a slot usually located by the front speaker grille and has an unpeeled double sided sticky tape. There will be a open connector on the mobo somewhere nearby too.
    If this doesnt work, you can get a wifi+bluetooth dual modules and replace your current wifi card. If that doesnt work, you can always buy one of those 2 dollar external bluetooth adapter off of ebay.
     
    ncc1701k, Jan 24, 2011
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