Just added Verizon WWAN Antenna to My Z60M (2529EAU)

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gbdesai · #1 Post by **gbdesai** » Tue Jan 24, 2006 12:08 am

In case any one is interested I recently ordered the parts needed to do a successful aftermarket upgrade of my stock Z60M (2529EAU) with a WWAN antenna. It works great and the unified Access Connection interface makes it really easy to connect and use.

I did take pictures of the process (I just followed the hardware maintainance model for the most part, but there were slight differences between the manual and the reality). If anyone wants a me to post some pics and a brief guide I can, maybe this weekend.

G

own6volvos · #2 Post by **own6volvos** » Mon Jan 30, 2006 12:42 am

Please post them

gbdesai · #3 Post by **gbdesai** » Tue Jan 31, 2006 3:32 pm

Will do, am out of town this week and don't have pix on my notebook. I'll post them late Friday or sometime on Saturday.

a31pguy · #4 Post by **a31pguy** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 8:21 pm

Yes - please do. Where did you order that parts and how much was the service from verizon (or sprint). I have the same laptop.

gbdesai · #5 Post by **gbdesai** » Wed Feb 01, 2006 11:50 pm

I ordered from http://acsparts.com/ they were quick, efficient, and helpful. I recently switched from T-Mobile to Verizon and have regular wireless phone service from them, I am paying ~$60/month for unlimited service. I am actually in a hotel in San Fran right now leaving this message using the connection. It works great!

a31pguy · #6 Post by **a31pguy** » Thu Feb 02, 2006 12:24 am

Thanks for the info. Welcome to the city by the bay!

monsieurlee · #7 Post by **monsieurlee** » Mon Feb 13, 2006 4:36 pm

If I buy a non WWAN model of Z60T(2511FFU), can I buy the WWAN card from IBM and add it myself? Is there anything I would need aside from the Sierra card, like say antenna cable or something?

a31pguy · #8 Post by **a31pguy** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 1:50 pm

Yes - you'll need to order and install the antenna - one part under the keyboard and the other behind the screen. Keep in mind that you'll also need some screws that aren't there. You'll also need to order the misc parts kit.

DataAve · #9 Post by **DataAve** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 7:57 pm

Me:
Got your company from the thinkpad forums (highly recommended). I have a ThinkPad Z60m (2529E9U) and I am looking to upgrade with a WWAN antenna (verizon). Can this be done and do you have the parts number(s) if it can?

Thank you,
Ernest Loyer

The response from acsparts:

hello,

i think what you want to do is possible

but ...

not sure which parts you would need to make it happen

i do not think we have had your exact unit in yet

you may want to consider

a) checking with ibm on the exact part list

b) even if it turns out that all parts are reasonably priced

you may have to wind the cable-antenna

and / or place the card/s needed

under the sys brd or behind the lcd

in which case you may have to take aprart most of the machine

as another option

you might want to try and find a pc card to put in the slot that would accomplish all of the above at a lower cost / less work

please advise what you find out

thank you for your time

a31pguy · #10 Post by **a31pguy** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 8:16 pm

Well they are right. But they are asking you to look into the Field Maintienance Manual from Levono - which is on the website. This is where I got my parts list.

So here ya go.

EV-DO soup

(1) 26R9580 WAN Antenna Cover + LCD misc parts kit
(1) 26R9579 Misc Screw Kit
(1) 91P6959 EV-DO WWAN antenna + cable
(1) 39T5664 ThinkPad Wireless WAN EVDO Adapter Mini-PCIe Card

Add a maintienance manual, a jewelers phillips head screw driver, an exacto knife, shake and mix - viola EV-DO.

You might want to garnish with a dash of Verizon or Sprint connection utility (try the Ev-do forums) and Levono Access Connections 4.0. Serves one.

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DataAve · #11 Post by **DataAve** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 8:24 pm

in which case you may have to take aprart most of the machine

I am a "small screw" and low voltage tech, but taking the whole machine apart?

a31pguy · #12 Post by **a31pguy** » Tue Feb 14, 2006 8:32 pm

It's not rocket science. Just get a nice flat place to put it back together. The field maintienance manual will walk you through it. It's easy. Just don't force anything and be gentle and you'll be fine.

m333333333 · #13 Post by **m333333333** » Thu Feb 16, 2006 2:57 am

a31pguy wrote: EV-DO soup

(1) 26R9580 WAN Antenna Cover + LCD misc parts kit
(1) 26R9579 Misc Screw Kit
(1) 91P6959 EV-DO WWAN antenna + cable
(1) 39T5664 ThinkPad Wireless WAN EVDO Adapter Mini-PCIe Card

Did your Misc Screw Kit come with any black screw covers? I scratched two of mine up when I was adding Bluetooth to my Z60T and can't seem to find replacements anywhere.

own6volvos · #14 Post by **own6volvos** » Thu Feb 16, 2006 3:47 am

Get some model paint or use a permanent marker.

Next time make sure you use teflon coated precision screwdriver tips

m333333333 · #15 Post by **m333333333** » Thu Feb 16, 2006 5:15 am

I'm not too sure about marking up my new notebook with permanent ink... However, the screwdriver shall be the next thing I add to my toolbox.

DataAve · #16 Post by **DataAve** » Thu Feb 16, 2006 6:02 am

... and if you tinker inside, make sure it is NON-magnetic.

monsieurlee · #17 Post by **monsieurlee** » Thu Feb 16, 2006 4:39 pm

own6volvos wrote:Get some model paint or use a permanent marker.

Next time make sure you use teflon coated precision screwdriver tips

where do you buy those?

a31pguy · #18 Post by **a31pguy** » Thu Feb 16, 2006 6:34 pm

Sears, Fry's, Snapon.com, Radio Shack.

On the screw covers - negative.

gsi91j · #19 Post by **gsi91j** » Sun Feb 19, 2006 12:11 am

How much did it cost to add the WWAN capabilities?

#20 Post by **Kyocera** » Sun Feb 19, 2006 9:12 pm

m3333333
Did your Misc Screw Kit come with any black screw covers?

I bought a screw kit FRU 13R2916 for my t42 and it does have the screw covers, 4 or 5 different sizes. If you need a couple PM me and tell me the size and i will send you a couple

mbruno · #21 Post by **mbruno** » Sat Aug 05, 2006 7:06 pm

What was the cost for this venture for the EAU-2529

nxman · #22 Post by **nxman** » Sun Aug 06, 2006 3:24 pm

Great news i would like to see the pictures please

truthiness · #23 Post by **truthiness** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 9:45 pm

Would love to see the play by play on this if those pics are still available.

Guy Named Bob · #24 Post by **Guy Named Bob** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 3:21 pm

Does the integrated EvDO utilise a mini PCI slot?

Is it possible to have the integrated WiFi and EvDO installed at the same time or is it one or the other?

Just added Verizon WWAN Antenna to My Z60M (2529EAU)

Just added Verizon WWAN Antenna to My Z60M (2529EAU)

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