Lost Bluetooth after Self Install HD Upgrade MBP CD

I just installed a new (larger) Hard Disk in my MBP CD. Everything seems fine Hard disk wise, but I have realized that the computer now does not see any bluetooth hardware in System Profiler. Anyone have any ideas? (such as if bluetooth hardware is near the HD and maybe I messed it up?)
Russell

According to the following guide, the Bluetooth board needs to be moved in order to access the hard drive. It's likely that you may disconnected or partially disconnected the BT board.
http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Mac/MacBook-Pro/Hard-Drive/85/5/Page-7/Hard-Drive

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Hi,
Sounds like it isn't to serious. the Bluetooth connection had an error and that is that generated
the Problem report.
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