Installing the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi and Antennas for VEX AI – VEX Library

Before the Jetson can function properly, the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi and Antennas need to be installed.

Parts Needed

Jetson Nano board with Intel Wi-Fi module and two external antennas placed beside it.

The parts needed for assembly are as follows:

Jetson
Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi
2x Antennas

Remove the Jetson Nano Module

Jetson Nano board with cooling fan detached and placed beside it.

Unplug the fan if it is attached to the Jetson Nano Module and remove it. If the fan is already detached, proceed to step 2.

Jetson Nano module showing two screws that secure it to the carrier board.

Remove the two screws holding the Jetson Nano Module to the Carrier Board.

Jetson Nano module with side tabs highlighted, showing where to pull from to release it from the carrier board.

Once the screws are removed, open the two tabs holding the Jetson Nano Module into the Carrier Board. Do this by gently pulling the tabs horizontally away from the Jetson Nano Module.

Close-up of one side tab on the Jetson Nano module used to release it from the carrier board.

There is a tab on each side of the Jetson Nano Module.

Jetson Nano module removed from the carrier board, with internal slot and components exposed.

Carefully pull the Jetson Nano Module straight out of the Carrier Board. Notice the screw in the middle of the Carrier Board.

Carrier board with center screw highlighted for removal before installing the Wi-Fi module.

Remove the screw in the middle of the Carrier Board.

Attach the Antennas

Plastic protective caps on antenna connectors being removed from two antennas.

Remove the plastic cover from antennas.

Two antennas with plastic covers removed, ready to attach to the Wi-Fi module.

Ensure the plastic coverings are removed from both antennas.

First antenna cable being connected to the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi module.

Attach one antenna to the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi. Ensure to apply light pressure, as the parts are delicate. A ‘click’ sound will ensure the antenna is attached fully.

Note: if more pressure is needed to secure the antenna, use a pencil eraser or other small object to apply more pressure. Using metal to apply pressure is not recommended.

Second antenna cable connected to the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi module.

Attach the second antenna following the same procedure in the previous step.

Wi-Fi module with both antennas attached and cables extending outward.

Ensure both antennas are attached to the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi fully. Pick up the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi to ensure both antennas are secure and neither of them fall off.

Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi module inserted into the carrier board at an angle.

Place the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi in the Carrier Board at an angle.

Wi-Fi module seated in the carrier board but angled upward before being secured with a screw.

It will remain angled up slightly until a screw is used to hold it down in place.

Wi-Fi module secured to the carrier board with a screw, antennas attached.

Secure the screw to hold the Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi in place. Ensure to not tighten the screw too much to avoid stripping it.

Re-attach the Jetson Nano Module

Jetson Nano module placed back onto the carrier board with screw holes aligned.

Place the Jetson Nano Module back on the Carrier Board at an angle. Push down slightly so the screw holes are flush.

Jetson Nano module secured to the carrier board with two screws.

Secure the two screws back into the Jetson Nano Module to attach it to the Carrier Board. Ensure to not tighten the screws too much to avoid stripping.

Jetson Nano board with Intel Wi-Fi module installed and two antennas connected.

The Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi and Antennas are now installed.