HP Stream 13-c002dx Wireless Card Replacement

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This guide covers the accessing and replacing of the wireless card in an HP Stream 13-c002dx.

Begin by placing your laptop on a clean surface such as a table and away from any liquids which may spill and damage components.
Flip the laptop over so the bottom is facing up.
Use your Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the eleven visible 5 mm screws on the back of the laptop.
There are some screws underneath the rubber feet. Use a spudger to remove them and gain access.
Unscrew the two remaining 2.5mm screws. Keep these screws separate from the first eleven 5mm screws.

Flip the laptop back over so it's right side up and open the screen.
Using a spudger, separate the keyboard surface from the bottom of the laptop.
While lifting the keyboard surface from the bottom, you will notice three cables still attaching them together. Gently unplug each of these cables from the motherboard.
Remove the keyboard assembly.

Inside the laptop you will notice the wireless card located in the upper middle. This will be what you are replacing.
Attached to the Wi-Fi card is a black wire that must be removed. Using your hand, lift gently on the wire as close as you can to where it connects to the Wi-Fi card.
Once the wire is removed, set it aside so it does not get damaged.

Remove the screw holding the wireless card in place.
With the screw removed, gently pull back the Wi-Fi card and then lift it out of the laptop. You are now ready to insert the new wireless card.