HP Stream 11-d010nr Wifi Chip Replacement

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HP Stream 11-d010nr Wifi Chip Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

10 - 15 minutes

Introduction

If your HP Stream 11-d010nr is showing signs of a faulty or damaged wifi chip, such as being unable to consistently connect to a wifi signal, its wifi card may need to be replaced. This guide will show you the steps needed to do so.

Tools

Step 1

Unplug and turn off the HP Stream 11 before disassembling the device.
Using a spudger, gently pry off the two elliptical rubber inserts located in the top corners.
Carefully remove the two circular rubber inserts positioned beneath the removed elliptical inserts.

Step 2

Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the eleven 5.6 mm screws securing the back cover.
Keep the screws in a safe place for reassembly.

Step 3

Using an iFixit opening tool, carefully pry open the case to separate the keyboard from the main body. Work slowly to avoid damaging the edges.
HP Stream 11s tend to be really difficult to open. If your device is not opening with a standard iFixit opening tool, use a nylon spudger, then the metal spudger, or a metal Jimmy as the last resort.
When using the metal spudger or Jimmy, be careful not to bring these tools into contact with any electronic components of the device as this can damage the device.

Step 4

Carefully lift the keyboard and identify the three ribbon cables connecting the main body of the laptop to the keyboard.
Lift the keyboard with extreme care to avoid damaging the delicate ribbon cables. Applying excessive force can easily tear or break them easily.

Step 5

Using a spudger, gently lift the flaps on the ZIF connectors to release the three ribbon cables securely attached to them.
Carefully disconnect the three ribbon cables.