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For sale: IBM 802.11a/b/g, part number 31P9701

Posted: Tue May 18, 2004 8:34 am
by matyst
I've just bought this card on Ebay.
Then I found this thread.
It occurs that if I change the card in my T40 (237392U which has 802.11a/b) I will void my warranty (palmrest and MiniPCI card are not customer-replaceable on this particular model and have tamper resistant screws for some stupid reason).
However, it can be installed in all Wi-Fi-upgradeable models or if the installed card is different than 802.11a/b.
Should have done some research first.

Anyway, I'd like to resell it. I paid $96 w S&H, I can sell it for $90 shipping within USA included. Please let me know if you are interested.

Posted: Tue May 18, 2004 10:10 am
by JHEM
Put the card in your machine and use it. If you ever need to send the machine in for service, put the a/b card back in first.

The palmrest and a/b card are held in place with, IIRC, #7 torx security screws. I've found the bits to fit that size security screw at both my local hardware store and Home Depot.

Regards,

James

Posted: Tue May 18, 2004 10:36 pm
by AssPenny
I would replace the card too. Same drivers, just take out the old and slap in the new. Should be painless.

Posted: Thu May 27, 2004 12:38 pm
by jkirch
Hi,

yes just do it :-) Works perfectly for me.

Chers
Jens