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    Thinkpad W700 Wifi Card compatbility

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by 9LPRS393, Jul 13, 2013.

  1. 9LPRS393

    9LPRS393 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,

    I have a W700 that needs a new Wifi card. It originally had a full-size Intel 5300AGN card (FRU 43Y6495), but Thinkpads have BIOS lockouts, so I can't use any card.

    I'm wondering if any Wifi card compatible with Thinkpads will work, or if it has to be that exact FRU. Any ideas?

    Thanks!
     
    9LPRS393, Jul 13, 2013
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    Qfoam Notebook Enthusiast

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    It has to be a Lenovo version of a card model that shipped with the W700. Here's probably your best bet:

    lenovo 5300agn | eBay


    QFoam
    The ThinkPad W700 Resources Page
     
    Qfoam, Jul 13, 2013
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    9LPRS393 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Good to know. Thanks!
     
    9LPRS393, Jul 14, 2013
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