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HP Elite x2 1012 G2 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

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The HP Elite X2 1012 G2's Wi-Fi card can become damaged or disconnected over time. This guide will walk you through how to replace the Wi-Fi card in your HP Elite X2 1012 G2.

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    • Make sure the device is turned off before starting.

    • Orient the device so the back is facing you, with the kickstand up.

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    • Remove the six 3mm Torx T5 screws underneath the kickstand.

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    • Turn the device over so the screen is facing you.

    • Place a suction cup firmly onto a corner of the screen.

    • Lift up gently until you see the screen separate from the casing.

    • Repeat this process for all four corners.

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    • Lift the screen up and off of the device.

    • Pry each corner up first, otherwise you may damage or crack the screen.

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    • Remove the two connectors on the back of the screen by lifting the connector tabs on the motherboard with a plastic opening tool and pulling gently.

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    • Remove the screen by gently lifting it off of the device.

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    • Orient the device so that the battery is closest to you.

    • The battery is the large, black rectangle at the bottom of the device.

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    • Detach the two wire connections on the upper right of the wi-fi card by hand.

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    • Use a Phillips 2mm screwdriver to remove the single M2 2.0x2.0 screw holding the wi-fi card in place. Turn the screwdriver counterclockwise to remove the screw.

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    • Slide the wi-fi card out by hand, lifting the card up and out of the device.

    • If it doesn't come out immediately, slowly wiggle the card side to side until it slides out of its connector.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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