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    Help: Replacing wifi card in my new Z790 ???

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by eitanisrael, Dec 16, 2009.

  1. eitanisrael

    eitanisrael Notebook Geek

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    Shalom!
    My new z790 is on the way, It comes with the Intel 5100 WiFi Link card that as we all know - sucks!

    I was able to find the Intel 5300 WiFi Link for $18.99 including shipping to Israel on ebay.

    the question is - HOW do I do it by myself?
    Is there a manual, youtube clip or anything that can help me open up the vaio Z and replace the wifi card??

    Thanks in advance,

    Happy Christmas and Merry Hanukka to you all!

    Eitan,
    Israel.
     
    eitanisrael, Dec 16, 2009
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    Qwaarjet Notebook Deity

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    the 5100 ain't bad if you have a working one. with the 5300 you're gonna have to find a place to slip in another antenna. Also, getting to the card is quite a PITA.
     
    Qwaarjet, Dec 16, 2009
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    eitanisrael, Dec 16, 2009
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    it's the white label object right below the fan along the edge
     
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    thanks everyone!
    any idea how complecated it should be to replace it?
     
    eitanisrael, Dec 16, 2009
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  7. ScuderiaConchiglia

    ScuderiaConchiglia NBR Vaio Team Curmudgeon

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    Remember your warranty is voided the moment you open up the case.

    Gary
     
    ScuderiaConchiglia, Dec 16, 2009
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