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post Mar 14 2015, 11:18 AM

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QUOTE(hkh m43 @ Mar 14 2015, 09:23 AM)
The one I have is a Qualcomm Atheros AR5BWB222...it's a bit erratic in it's connectivity and I ws wondering whether it'll be possible to switch out the card for another one, assuming it's not soldered on.

What do you think?
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Yes, you can change the wifi Bluetooth card, it's the mini PCIe but make sure the profile is correct as there is not much free space in terms of height
hkh m43
post Mar 14 2015, 11:24 AM

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QUOTE(babyk @ Mar 14 2015, 11:18 AM)
Yes, you can change the wifi Bluetooth card, it's the mini PCIe but make sure the profile is correct as there is not much free space in terms of height
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Thanks, how does one open the Switch?

It'd be great if you could pen down a simple and short step-by-step guide.

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post Mar 14 2015, 12:16 PM

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QUOTE(babyk @ Mar 14 2015, 12:16 PM)
No

Bought it from supplier
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oh... dealer pricing?
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QUOTE(Kaka23 @ Mar 14 2015, 12:16 PM)
oh... dealer pricing?
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QUOTE(babyk @ Mar 14 2015, 01:24 PM)
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Wah... know someone working as dealer ya. Good for u!
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post Mar 16 2015, 02:53 AM

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QUOTE(babyk @ Mar 13 2015, 10:36 PM)
Bought it for my cousin laugh.gif

although the first one i got it for below RM2200
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my friend offer me samething jst below 2200 ..... still thinking should i go for it ....
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QUOTE(SonnyCooL @ Mar 16 2015, 02:53 AM)
my friend offer me samething jst below 2200 ..... still thinking should i go for it ....
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Grab it while GST is ahead
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post Mar 19 2015, 12:29 PM

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Kenna the ports disabled issue again suddenly. And not cos of any updates this time. Seem to be after I was trying repeatedly to connect to a wifi network but had issues connecting.
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post Mar 19 2015, 03:22 PM

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QUOTE(ipporek @ Mar 19 2015, 12:29 PM)
Kenna the ports disabled issue again suddenly. And not cos of any updates this time. Seem to be after I was trying repeatedly to connect to a wifi network but had issues connecting.
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I shared before my wifi issues...this Switch 12 drops connection more than other devices I have, and has less range.

I haven't opened it up but some have and said the pci-based wifi card can potentially be changed.

If anyone sees some opening-up guide then please share. Also, any opinions on improving wifi stability by changing the QUALCOMM Atheros AR5BWB222 card to something more stable.
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post Mar 20 2015, 08:35 AM

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QUOTE(hkh m43 @ Mar 19 2015, 03:22 PM)
I shared before my wifi issues...this Switch 12 drops connection more than other devices I have, and has less range.

I haven't opened it up but some have and said the pci-based wifi card can potentially be changed.

If anyone sees some opening-up guide then please share. Also, any opinions on improving wifi stability by changing the QUALCOMM Atheros AR5BWB222 card to something more stable.
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You can adjust the power adjustment to avoid the WiFi drop issues.

I don't have any issues on the Switch 12 until today for the WiFi.

Are you on battery or on power adapter?
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post Mar 20 2015, 08:53 AM

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Thanks.

I did adjust all power options so no power saving on adapter or battery.

Problem is the wifi drops more than other devices in one particular location, home office. The office is a little far from the router and it's a condo with lots of neighbourly wifi interference. Other places in the condo are fine, as well as outside.


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QUOTE(babyk @ Mar 20 2015, 08:35 AM)
You can adjust the power adjustment to avoid the WiFi drop issues.

I don't have any issues on the Switch 12 until today for the WiFi.

Are you on battery or on power adapter?
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Adjust the power to avoid wifi drop? In what sense?
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post Mar 20 2015, 03:11 PM

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QUOTE(ipporek @ Mar 20 2015, 01:31 PM)
Adjust the power to avoid wifi drop? In what sense?
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1. Advanced power settings (battery and plugged in)
2. Wireless Network Adapter advanced settings for power management

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post Mar 21 2015, 10:04 AM

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QUOTE(babyk @ Jan 30 2015, 11:35 PM)
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Just dissect my Switch 12 again! SSD can be upgraded
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How did you open the case?
Bottom stand by unscrewing the screws, how about the screen section?

Thanks!
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QUOTE(hkh m43 @ Mar 21 2015, 10:04 AM)
How did you open the case?
Bottom stand by unscrewing the screws, how about the screen section?

Thanks!
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Bottom case is only battery and keyboard charging/controller extention connector from the mainboard
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post Mar 21 2015, 01:02 PM

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QUOTE(babyk @ Mar 21 2015, 11:54 AM)
Bottom case is only battery and keyboard charging/controller extention connector from the mainboard
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Thanks, helpful.

How did you open the top part - any screws, do you just try and pry open along the seam?


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post Mar 25 2015, 01:47 PM

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ok ... t300 launch but i go for switch 12 ....
cause is not worth paying extra 700 for slim design n better procs.
thought they bring in t300 higher spec with QHD, 8g ram n 5y71.
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post Mar 25 2015, 02:11 PM

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QUOTE(SonnyCooL @ Mar 25 2015, 01:47 PM)
ok ... t300 launch but i go for switch 12 ....
cause is not worth paying extra 700 for slim design n better procs.
thought they bring in t300 higher spec with QHD, 8g ram n 5y71.
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Hope it serves you well.
Tips - you may want to turn off auto brightness and also increase the sensitivity of the trackpoint in the mouse settings.

Did you get the a or c processor model?

Do you have a qualcomm Atheros wireless network adapter?

If you manage to open up and change the ssd, let us know how you open and close please.

Thanks
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post Apr 8 2015, 01:52 PM

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You all probably know that one of the first things to do is turn off adaptive brightness - I find it too aggressive and it didn't give me the brightness levels I wanted.

I recently turned off Lumiflex which apparently adjusts colour saturation to optimise readability according to ambient brightness.

The effect of Lumiflex has been minimal for me - I can't see the difference with it on or off.

However, battery life is a little better, as I guess the system no longer needs to check ambient conditions.
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post Apr 15 2015, 11:06 PM

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any one have connection to buy this cheaper ???
i need three unit, my friend seem like doesn't offer me good prices sad.gif

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