Source: steps rewritten in our own words (no more than 8 words in a row copied; part numbers, screw sizes and warnings kept as printed) from HP's Maintenance and Service Guide (PDF, printed pages 27). Not bench-tested. We have not performed this repair; keep HP's manual open for its illustrations. Scope restrictions below are part of the guide: do not apply it to other models, generations or configurations. Service manuals are written for trained technicians; work at your own risk.
Labels: DOCUMENTED = taken from HP's manual; PROPOSED = our own joining or ordering of HP's directions, not an HP instruction; UNPERFORMED = a suggested check that has not been carried out.
Applies to
HP Chromebook 11 G5. Confirm the exact model on the service label before starting.
HP Chromebook 11 G5 wlan module replacement. HP prints this procedure on printed page 27 of its maintenance and service guide.
Tools and parts
- Screwdrivers and a non-marking pry tool as HP lists for this procedure
- Static-safe work surface
901229-001- Intel* Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 802.11 ac 2×2 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (for use with HP *Component maker as listed by HP in its parts documentation. LPF is not affiliated with or endorsed by Intel.. Source: printed page 27.860883-001- Intel* Dual Band Wireless-N 7260AN 802.11 a/b/g/n 2×2 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter (for use *Component maker as listed by HP in its parts documentation. LPF is not affiliated with or endorsed by Intel.. Source: printed page 27.
Preparation
Save your work, shut the computer down through the operating system, unplug AC power and every external device, and work on a grounded, static-safe surface.
Replacement
- Shut the machine down, pull the mains lead out and unplug every peripheral. (printed page 27).
- Open the keyboard/top cover so the inside of the chassis is reachable. (printed page 27).
- Take the battery off the board before you touch the part you came for. (printed page 27).
Part numbers in our catalog
- HP WLAN module (Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265NV) (860883-001)
- HP Wireless Card 901299-855 (901299-855)
- HP Wireless Card 901229-001 (901229-001)
Check each part page for its source and variant notes before ordering.
Manufacturer manual
HP Maintenance and Service Guide (PDF, HP). Machine-readable copy: /api/guides/hp-chromebook-11-g5-wlan-module-replacement-p27