5Removal and replacement procedures
Tablet component replacement procedures
CAUTION: Tablet components described in this chapter should only be accessed by an authorized service provider. Accessing these parts can damage the tablet and void the warranty.
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for authorized service provider only parts.
There are as many as 7 screws that must be removed, replaced, and/or loosened when servicing the tablet. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.
Back cover
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Back cover (includes wireless antenna cable and transceiver) | |
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Display panel assembly | |
display panel cable and TouchScreen cable) |
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Before disassembling the tablet, follow these steps:
1.Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off or in Hibernation, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect the power from the tablet by unplugging the power cord from the tablet.
3.Disconnect all external devices from the tablet.
Remove the back cover:
CAUTION: Before turning the display panel assembly upside down, make sure the work surface is clear of tools, screws, and any other foreign objects. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the display panel assembly.
1.Place the tablet on a flat surface, display panel side down, with the SD Card slot and volume control buttons toward you.
CAUTION: When inserting the plastic tool into the tablet as described in Step 2, make sure not to insert the tool into the volume control buttons area. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the tablet.
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