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11-29-2020 02:13 PM - edited 11-29-2020 02:16 PM
Hi everyone,
I got a new Laptop from the company I work for and as you can remove the back plate without tools, I had a look whats inside. What I noticed is that the WLAN module is missing and the antenna cables are just lying there. The funny thing is that I am able to connect to wifi anyhow. Can you enlighten me what kind of hardware they use instead?
Before you ask: Yes I am really connected to my Wifi and LAN nor WWAN. The slot for the SIM card is empty.
The laptop is a ZBook 17 G5 I think.
Thank you for your help!
Philipp
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11-29-2020 04:34 PM
Hi:
What is missing is the optional WWAN adapter for mobile broadband using a SIM.
The antenna cables connect to the WWAN adapter.
The WIFI adapter is an integral part of the motherboard.
Below is the link to the service manual.
11-29-2020 04:34 PM
Hi:
What is missing is the optional WWAN adapter for mobile broadband using a SIM.
The antenna cables connect to the WWAN adapter.
The WIFI adapter is an integral part of the motherboard.
Below is the link to the service manual.