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    Install WWAN / Take off top lid - Panasonic W5

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by jacklefataliste, May 13, 2009.

  1. jacklefataliste

    jacklefataliste Notebook Enthusiast

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    I would like to install a wwan card in my W5 but I can't seem to figure out how I to take off the top lid to gain access to the wwan slot.

    Any help would be appreciated!
     
    jacklefataliste, May 13, 2009
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  2. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    First things first, let's make sure you have a WWAN ready model.

    What is your model number?

    Thanks

    BTW, Welcome newb! :)
     
    Rob, May 13, 2009
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    Zakalwe Notebook Consultant

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    Is it actually possible to install WWAN into a W5 which does not have it built in already? As far as I know the WWAN and non-WWAN W5s use very different display lids: boxy WWAN lid versus flat non-WWAN lid. This leads me to think that either WWAN is already there, or it cannot be installed - but that's just my speculation.
     
    Zakalwe, May 14, 2009
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    No, it would NOT be possible to install internal WWAN (PC Card would work) in a unit that doesn't have it ready for it (no wiring/antennas/slots).

    That's why I asked the OP the for his model number first and foremost.
     
    Rob, May 14, 2009
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    jacklefataliste Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yes, it is the WWAN model, as far as I know almost all North American W5s are WWAN ready, at least I've never seen a non WWAN North American W5 for sale.

    I unscrew the two screws next to the sim card slot but I still can't lift the lid that hides the wwan slot. I can lift it enough to see the slot but that's it. There must be a simple way to take that cover off.

    Somebody must have done this already.
     
    jacklefataliste, May 14, 2009
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    There are two additional screws that are hidden behind the rubber bumpers on the top front of the screen bezel. After you remove those the cover can be removed.
     
    tough-2-go, May 14, 2009
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    Wow, thanks a lot, that's exactly what it was. What do you normally use to stick the rubber bumpers back?
     
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    You can use some rubber contact cement or silicone, if you use silicone just make sure you let it cure overnight before using it or they will fall off.
     
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    Ah, I see. I had not been aware there were WWAN-ready models (i.e. without WWAN, but upgradeable) at all, and I had thought the boxy lid was a sure indicator of factory built-in WWAN. I figured the OP might be trying to open a flat (non-WWAN) lid. ;)
    Good to know, might help avoid disappointments when shopping for used units.

    Björn
     
    Zakalwe, May 15, 2009
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