I have spare parts from a 15-au057cl and want to install the antenae amd wifi card into a laptop

[wildh]

I have a 15-au057cl that I would like to use the antennae and Wi-Fi card to install inside a 17-x173dx laptop and was curious is this would work?

[Chimney_83 · Accepted solution]

Greetings @wildh,

Thanks for the post. 

I understand that you are looking to change the wireless card on your notebook, is that right?

Not to worry, I will be glad to assist you. 

Have you checked the service guides of both the computers?

Please click here for the service guide of HP I7-x173dx notebook. 

This notebook uses the below mentioned wireless cards. (page number 46)

Realtek RTL8723BE-VB 802.11b/g/n 1x1 Wi-Fi + BT4.0 Combo Adapter  855106-855

Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo  806723-005

Realtek RTL8188EE-VJ 802.11b/g/n 1x1 Wi-Fi Adapter  857334-855

Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo 863934-855

Please click here for the service guide of HP15-au057cl

This notebook uses the below wireless cards. (Page number 38)

WLAN module, 11AC INT 3165 M.2 MOW  806723-005

Assembly, RT 11BGN+BT4 1x1 SANJI2 CB  855106-855

The wireless cards of HP 15 should work with HP 17.

I am not sure on the Antenne though. You might be able to use the same antenna that is present in the computer. 

Let me know if this helped. 

Disclaimer: HP Doesn't recommend any upgrade/downgrade of any hardware parts or software that is bundled with the product. It may affect the manufacturer's warranty and performance. You can change the configuration at your own risk.

[wildh]

That was a very educating answer! Thank u so much. That's all I am trying to do is become more intelligent in my spare time:)

[Chimney_83]

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