220-1201 · Question #336
A technician replaces a laptop's failed motherboard. During validation testing, the wireless is slow and shows a weak signal. Which of the following should the technician do first to verify the…
The correct answer is B. Reseat antenna connections. Laptop wireless antennas are typically routed through the chassis and connected directly to the motherboard. After a motherboard replacement, loose or improperly connected antenna leads commonly cause weak signal strength and slow wireless performance, so reseating the antenna…
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A technician replaces a laptop's failed motherboard. During validation testing, the wireless is slow and shows a weak signal. Which of the following should the technician do first to verify the source of the issue?
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- AContact the manufacturer
- BReseat antenna connections
- CRestart the access point
- DInstall a new wireless adapter
How the community answered
(33 responses)- A9% (3)
- B67% (22)
- C3% (1)
- D21% (7)
Explanation
Laptop wireless antennas are typically routed through the chassis and connected directly to the motherboard. After a motherboard replacement, loose or improperly connected antenna leads commonly cause weak signal strength and slow wireless performance, so reseating the antenna connections is the first step to verify the issue.
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