# Secure your Bitcoin like Satoshi | Air Gapped old Laptop guide #1

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Podcast: [ForrestHODL](https://stenobird.com/podcast/forresthodl-810683)
Published: 2026-09-04T15:56:51+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bitcoinnotcrypto/episodes/Secure-your-Bitcoin-like-Satoshi--Air-Gapped-old-Laptop-guide-1-e3obi67
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## Resource

In this video, I walk you through the practical steps of hardware security by physically removing the WiFi and Bluetooth chip from a laptop. This process is essential for anyone looking to create a truly air-gapped system that remains completely isolated from wireless networks. I show you exactly where the module is located and how to safely disconnect it without damaging the rest of your machine. Whether you are building a secure workstation for sensitive data or just want to learn more about computer hardware, this guide provides a clear and direct approach to enhancing your privacy.List of items needed.Laptop for dedicated Air gap deviceComputer with pruned or full node (umbrel or start9 works)M-disc writable driveM-discsUSB flash drivesWebcam if the laptop one doesn't work well enough.Guide I am roughly followinghttps://github.com/bowlarbear/yeti-2.00:29 - Overview: Removing chips vs. BIOS disabling0:50 - Approved communication methods (USB, Disc, Camera)1:16 - Hardware levels and tools (ThinkPad example)2:23 - Step 1: Removing the battery2:45 - Step 2: Accessing the keyboard screws3:15 - Step 3: Removing the keyboard3:24 - Step 4: Locating and removing the Wi-Fi chip3:43 - Step 5: Locating the Bluetooth module (if applicable)4:38 - Pro-tips for hardware disassembly5:25 - The "Simple Method": Disabling via BIOSAir gapped laptop serieshttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOqJIdBxn69wBook a 1|1 Bitcoin Consulting call with mehttps://pathtobitcoin.xyz/Join my Bitcoin Learning Community & and access Free Courseshttps://www.skool.com/the-bitcoin-masters-4115/Where I buy Bitcoin (Free BTC & Non-KYC options)https://bitcoinwell.com/referral/bitcoinnotcrypto15% Stampseed Titanium Seed plates (BEST WAY TO STORE BTC PRIVATE KEYS)https://www.stampseed.com/U…

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