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    Can I add Internal Bluetooth to Dell 1537?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by dvcbwvfans, Feb 16, 2009.

  1. dvcbwvfans

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    I bought a Dell 1537 laptop for my DW and it didnt come with Bluetooth. Is there a way to add this feature inside the case?
     
    dvcbwvfans, Feb 16, 2009
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    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    From the service manual:

    http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/studio1537/en/sm/minicard.htm#wp1181360

    So yes, you can add BT to the 1537, just make sure you get a mini-PCIe module. Ideally you should get the BT module that originally shipped with the 1537 (Dell 370), but I'm sure older Dell or non-Dell BT modules would work too.
     
    Commander Wolf, Feb 16, 2009
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    Thanks for the info! Does the Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/g/n Draft Mini Card still stay in the computer and continune to get utilized for my internet/network connection?
     
    dvcbwvfans, Feb 18, 2009
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