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Removal 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
Description
Spare part number
Back cover (includes wireless antenna cable and transceiver)
785173-001
Display panel assembly (7.85-in, 1024×768, IPS, 5-point capacitive, TouchScreen; includes
display panel cable and TouchScreen cable)
785177-001
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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