Wi-Fi-i-processora-na-noutbuke-ThinkPad-T60-3.jpg' alt='Upgrade Wifi Card Laptop' title='Upgrade Wifi Card Laptop' />Techdad Review How To Upgrade the Lenovo Yoga 2 Pros Wireless Card. The Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro is a terrific 2 in 1 Windows 8 Ultrabook. It has a gorgeous display that you can interact with in fun and unique ways. It was even voted the best Ultrabook in a recent Lifehacker reader poll. Unfortunately, Lenovo chose to include a wireless card that doesnt match the rest of the Yoga 2 Pros performance and modern appeal. The Yoga 2 Pros Intel Wireless N 7. Wi Fi card is a single band bgn card. Many modern devices support dual bands now. Heck, even phones like the Samsung Galaxy S5 and i. Phone 5s support both 2. GHz and 5. GHz networks. The latest Mac. Book Air supports dual bands and AC networks out of the box. Comax Software Download here. H9RV2PHFAY/0.jpg' alt='Upgrade Wifi Card Laptop' title='Upgrade Wifi Card Laptop' />
Luckily, you can upgrade the wireless card in the Yoga 2 Pro to a dual band Intel acabgn card in about 1. Before you get started, heres what youll need Step 1 Download the Intel Dual Band Wireless AC 7. NGW drivers onto your hard drive prior to getting started. Just in case your system doesnt load the drivers for your new card, youll want to download them onto your local drive while you still have an Internet connection. Step 2 Remove the 1. T5 torx screws securing the back cover to the frame. PC Laptops Netbooks. When it comes to choosing a laptop or netbook, the inventory is extensive. You not only want to get the best prices on the market, but you want. Ever wanted to install or upgrade your wifi card This video walks you through the steps of installing a PCI express half mini card wifi card in your. If you dont have a T5 torx screwdriver, you can pick one up online for a few bucks. Instead of a multi bit set, I chose to buy a nice driver by Wera for just over 6. I also bought a steel spudger, but didnt end up needing it. Tip The screws are very small and easy to lose, so consider putting them in a container or putting them on top of a piece of tape. Step 3 After youve removed all the screws, you should be able to pullpeel the cover off using your finger nails to get it started. Use a spudger if you prefer. I found it easier to start from the back where the hinges are located. After you get the cover removed, you should probably remove the cable to the battery. I left it plugged in and was just careful to not accidentally turn it on during the upgrade. Step 4 The Wi Fi card is located on the left side, just above the battery. Carefully remove the MAIN and AUX antennas from the old Wi Fi card. They should just pop off with a slight pull. Step 5 Remove the single philips screw holding the wireless card in place. Step 6 Gently slide the old card out, then gently slide the new card in. Step 7 Secure the new card to the board with the philips screw. Step 8 Reattach the antennas. The black cable goes to the jack labeled MAIN and the white cable goes to the jack labeled AUX. You should hear a light snap when theyre properly seated. Step 9 Reattach the battery if you unplugged it, then put the back cover on. Leave the screws out for now. Step 1. 0 Power up the Yoga 2 Pro and make sure you can connect to your wireless network. The new card will probably be labeled Wi Fi 2 in Windows. Step 1. 1 Once youve verified that the card is working, put the torx screws back in. Thats it. Your Yoga 2 Pros wireless performance should now rock like the rest of the Yoga 2 Pro. Lead photo credit Lenovo.