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The Wi-Fi adapter receives a signal from a wireless router and gives the laptop the ability to connect to a network and internet without the use of wires. Please refer to the Wi-Fi Troubleshooting Guide to determine if your Wi-Fi adapter needs replaced.
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            Remove the two 7 mm Phillips #1 screws that hold the battery in place. 
 
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            Remove the ten 7 mm Phillips #1 screws that secure the back cover. 
 
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            Wedge the tip of a plastic opening tool between the back cover and the metal frame. 
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            Twist the plastic opening tool, while wedged, in order to release the retaining tabs from the frame. 
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            Repeat these steps in a circular pattern around the laptop to release all retaining tabs. 
 
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            Once all retaining tabs are released from the frame, you can pull up on the back cover to remove it. 
 
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            Using the pointed end of the Spudger, gently disconnect the antenna (white and black wires) from the Wi-Fi adapter. 
 
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            Remove the single 4 mm Phillips #1 screw holding the Wi-Fi adapter in place. 
 
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            While grabbing the Wi-Fi adapter on both sides, gently pull away from the socket in the direction of the removed screw. 
 
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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George, do you know where the graphics chip is at on that motherboard?
