How to replace the Azpen A720 Wi-Fi Antenna

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How to replace the Azpen A720 Wi-Fi Antenna

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

5 - 10 minutes

Introduction

This guide will demonstrate the replacement of the internal Wi-Fi antenna, which is important for connecting your Azpen A720 tablet to Wi-Fi. This replacement may be necessary if you are having issues connecting to Wi-Fi.

This replacement is relatively simple. All you will need is a soldering iron and solder, a magnetic project mat, a Phillips #00 screwdriver, and an iFixit opening tool.

Tools

Step 1

Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 4mm screws found on the top edge of the tablet near the power button.

Step 2

Use the plastic opening tool to pry the white back from the silver frame. Start near the micro SD slot.
Slide the plastic opening tool around the perimeter of the casing until the back is disconnected.

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Step 3

Remove the rear casing.

Step 4

Locate the gray cord attached to the motherboard and the battery. This is the wifi antenna.

Step 5

Locate the soldering connection between the wifi antenna and the motherboard.
Using a soldering iron, melt the soldering connection between the cord and the motherboard and disconnect the cord.
The soldering iron gets very hot, be careful not to touch the tip to avoid burns. Click here to learn how to solder.