In the 21st century, human life is closely connected with various digital technologies. Even a child can hardly imagine his life without various gadgets. It is precisely the fault of children that most often cause breakdowns of computers, game consoles, and smartphones. Many people, for one reason or another, do not want to contact service centers for the help of professional craftsmen.

Of course, you can repair equipment at home. But not everyone knows how to disassemble a tablet, mobile phone or even a mouse with their own hands. We will deal with the breakdowns of the “tablets”, and find out how to open and repair it.

The instructions presented are suitable for many tablets. Although they all differ in appearance, in essence there are practically no differences in the analysis of the device.

The information in the article is suitable for owners of gadgets from the following manufacturers: Wexler, Wacom, PiPO, Prestigio Multipad, Digma, Huawei, Chuwi, Teclast, Cube, FNF, Onda, Colorfly, Ainol, Ramos, BQ, Irbis, Explay, Ginzzu, teXet, Vertex, Mystery, Qumo, Dexp, Oysters, Supra, No-name, and is also relevant for brands such as: Apple, Lenovo, Microsoft, Acer, Asus, Sony, Samsung Galaxy Tab.

The whole process consists of several stages:

1. Removing the back cover.
2. Front panel compartment.
3. Removing the battery.
4. Working with the display.
5. Let's look at each stage in detail.

Before you start disassembling the gadget, you should remember that your unqualified intervention can permanently disable the device. Incorrect handling of the tool may damage the contacts, motherboard, screen, or main processor of the device.

Required set of tools for disassembly

In order to open any device, you need a set of tools. In the case of repairing a tablet computer, it looks like this.

• Special set of shaped screwdrivers. Different devices have screws of different form factors. A similar set of screwdrivers with a variety of cross-sections will come in handy when making repairs.
• Thin knife or plastic spatula. It will help to open the body elements that fit tightly together. You can use a guitar pick.
• Surgical tweezers. To cope where fingers cannot reach.
• Super - glue or tape. The manufacturer attaches many elements using tape. They will be needed after repairs to return everything to its original position.
• Soldering hair dryer. It will be needed when disconnecting the sensor from the matrix and the protective glass from the case frame.

Main stages of work

There can be a lot of breakdowns that caused the disassembly of an Android tablet: the glass is broken, it won’t turn on, the charging socket needs to be replaced, you can’t remove or insert a SIM card.

Removing the cover

• Carefully read the instructions (included with the device or look on the Internet).
• Using a plastic spatula, pick, or thin knife, locate the fasteners. On different models they are located in different places. Try not to damage them. In the future, it will be difficult to put the device back together.
• Inspect the cabinet for screws and screws. If there are any, unscrew them using a suitable screwdriver.

Opening the top part

The front part is opened in a similar way. You need to unlatch all the latches. Pay attention to the screws inside the tablet after removing the back cover. Some of them go through and hold the front panel frame. Perform all actions very carefully so as not to break the monitor.

Disabling loops

A cable is a flat strip of wires. Depending on the purpose it has different widths. Typically, the widest one goes from the motherboard to the display. Narrow cables connect the microphone, speakers, volume control buttons, and battery.

After the plastic case is separated from the main hardware, inspect the inside of the gadget. Using tweezers, carefully disconnect all cables.

Be careful! A torn cable is almost impossible to repair. You will have to enter the address of the nearest radio parts store into the navigator.

We take out the battery

The rechargeable battery in “tablets” is built-in and connected to the device with a cable. It cannot be removed like a battery from a phone. In most cases, it is attached with double-sided tape, screws or an adhesive base. Use one of the tools from your kit, depending on the mounting method. Remove the battery.

Working with the screen

This is where “straight hands” come in handy more than ever. When working with a hairdryer, due to lack of experience, you can completely “kill” the most expensive parts of the tablet: the sensor, display matrix and motherboard. Further repairs in this case will cost a pretty penny. It's easier to buy a new gadget.

The screen consists of three elements: protective glass, touchscreen, and monitor matrix. To separate the touchscreen from the matrix, heat it with a hairdryer around the edges. Under the influence of temperature, the glue will melt, and further separation will not be difficult.

Use a plastic card to separate the protective glass from the body. Use it to release the latches located on the front panel. If some of them fail during the process, in order to return the equipment to its previous appearance, double-sided tape or a few drops of glue will help us.

Video disassembly by manufacturer

Chinese manufacturers

Samsung

Lenovo

Asus

Huawei

Sony

iPad

Conclusion

We have analyzed the main, most important stages of work when repairing Android tablets. If the device is broken and you doubt your abilities, it is better to take the device to a workshop. Thus, you will receive a guarantee for repairs and save your nerves. At a minimum, watch the video posted above.

We all use tablets for different purposes, and usually there are no difficulties when using them. But sometimes there is a need to replace individual components. For example, the battery has deteriorated due to prolonged use, or the display has broken. In this case, contacting a specialist is quite expensive. This is also impractical if you live in a small town. Therefore, it is much easier to find out how the tablet is disassembled in order to make simple repairs yourself. Of course, each model is designed differently. But in this article we will provide you with a generalized tablet disassembly diagram. After familiarization, you will be able to generally understand how this device works.

What you will need during disassembly

This is the most necessary thing, since without them it is impossible to carefully open the tablet. You can, of course, use a knife. But then there is a high probability of damaging the screws. A set of screwdrivers is inexpensive. It can also be used to disassemble other devices.

Plastic spatula

She is required for detaching the back cover and other elements. It is also convenient for disconnecting cables on the board.

If you don’t have such a spatula, it doesn’t matter.

Advice! An unnecessary plastic card can replace the spatula. It is advisable to grind one edge down on a whetstone. This will make it much more convenient to disassemble the tablet.

Soldering gun

This device is used when soldering small board components. It can also be used to separate the touch part of the screen, since in most cases it is glued with glue.

Thin knife

These tools are convenient for working with components that you could not separate with a regular knife. Its main advantage is its thin blade, because it can get to hard-to-reach places.

Wire cutters

When disassembling, you most likely will not need this tool. But in some cases, the manufacturer glues some parts so tightly that it is impossible to do without such a tool. Before using wire cutters, you should definitely think about whether you can later return the bitten off component to working condition.

Tweezers

We recommend picking up almost all small parts with tweezers., because, firstly, it is much more convenient than doing it with your hands. Secondly, if you take the board components with your hands, sebum from your fingers will remain on them. Although this is not dangerous for all components, we still would not advise you to take risks.

Scotch

It will be useful to us already at the assembly stage, since some cables, microcontrollers, and touchscreens are glued with tape.

How to open the tablet

First of all, when disassembling the tablet, the back cover is removed. After this, the main parts will appear in front of you: board, battery, etc. Now we will tell you how to properly dismantle the back cover.

Removing the cover

Many tablets have slots on the side for SIM cards and a flash drive. They are closed with special caps; they should be disconnected first. This is done to make it easier for us to remove the cover.

Next, you should unscrew all the screws located along the edges that secure the cover. Be sure to check the slots for flash drives and SIM cards. Often additional fixing screws are located in these places.

Important! We recommend placing the screws for attaching the lid into a plastic bottle cap. When you unscrew the tablet board, these screws need to be placed in another cover.

This is done so as not to confuse them. Because if you tighten other screws, you can damage the threads.

Removing the cover

Next, using a plastic spatula or card, you need to pry off the latches of the rear wall. To do this, place the tablet with the screen facing you. Then Carefully insert the spatula into the gap between the body and the cover. You need to insert the scapula until you hear a characteristic click.

Then the spatula must be slowly moved along the body so that all the latches come unfastened. When removing the cover, make sure that there are no wires or cables holding it in place. If there are cables, then you need to use a spatula to pry the lock up. After this, you can remove the cable and put the cover aside.

Disassembling the tablet

After removing the cover, further disassembly can be carried out. We will tell you how to disassemble the device.

Disabling loops and wires

• Carefully inspect all cables and connectors on the tablet's motherboard. Pay special attention to the type of fastening, in this case, when disconnecting you will not damage the cable.
• Using tweezers, disconnect all cables from the motherboard. The easiest way to detach is the vibration motor, SIM card slots and flash drives, microphone, speakers, aux jack (for connecting headphones), and camera.
• If the cable is glued to the board, then first of all you need to warm it up with a soldering hair dryer so as not to damage it. A temperature of 60° will be sufficient. It is not necessary to warm it up too much, as some components are sensitive to high temperatures.

Attention! Be sure to record the order in which you disconnect components and cables. Then you can assemble the tablet in the correct order.

Disconnecting the battery

Unlike smartphones, the battery in tablets is almost always non-removable. It is connected using several wires. At the end there is usually a connector that connects to the motherboard.

• First, disconnect the battery connector from the motherboard. Only after this can you unscrew the battery mounting screws.
• If it is glued with double-sided tape, you will have to peel it off with your hands.
• The use of a soldering gun is not recommended. Since heating a battery is a rather dangerous activity.

Removing the motherboard

When you have disconnected all components and cables, then it is the turn of the main circuit - the motherboard. This is the main part, as it houses the processor, graphics accelerator, RAM and other important chips.

• Make sure all cables are disconnected. Then unscrew the screws securing the board. Now you can remove the motherboard.
• The main elements are protected by special steel plates. This is necessary to protect components from electromagnetic radiation. Some plates have heat-conducting paste applied on the reverse side. This is done to protect against overheating.
• Some manufacturers glue the plates with glue. This feature greatly complicates repairs. That's why If you don't need to replace the processor or RAM, then it's better to just leave these plates alone.

Disconnecting the matrix and sensor

The tablet screen consists of a touch part, also called a touchscreen, and a matrix, thanks to which you see the image. These parts have to be changed most often. Since falling on the floor or careless handling causes cracks in these parts. The matrix and touch panel are removed as follows.

• Use a soldering hair dryer to heat the edges of the touchscreen to a temperature of approximately 80–90° to soften the glue.
• After this, slide a plastic card under the touch panel and carefully move it over the gluing areas. Now you can move the touchscreen to the side.
• Next, turn the tablet over and warm up the aluminum case where the matrix is ​​attached.
• Use a plastic spatula to pry up the display and carefully remove it.

Attention! If the tablet's touchscreen or matrix is ​​not damaged, then there is no need to disassemble them.

The fact is that when the touchscreen comes off, it will most likely crack. Plus, the glue that has melted from the temperature will spread across the panel, and you will have to clean it.

We hope that our article will help you when disassembling your tablet. We wish you success and may your tablet never break!

A tablet is a device assembled in such a way as to create the impression of being monolithic. There are no screws or latches, no places where the two halves of the case fit together - none of this is practically visible. This is a rather misleading idea, since the equipment can be disassembled if necessary. Specialists cope with this procedure quite quickly, all that remains for the owners to find out is the act of opening the lid of the tablet.

Why open the tablet cover?

A common cause of disassembly is replacing the battery. Sometimes the device needs to be cleaned, which also requires opening the lid. In other cases (when there is a suspicion that the device is broken), it is recommended to contact specialists with the appropriate tools and experience.

How to open the lid on a tablet?

The back cover fits quite tightly to the front, and therefore the work ahead is not easy. Owners of rare models will need to read the instructions before starting work. Information can also be obtained from specialized forums or specialized websites.

To open the tablet cover, you will need the following tools and equipment:

• Set of special screwdrivers. The kit must include hex and triangular, Phillips and straight screwdrivers.
• Hot air gun.
• A plastic card, a special plastic tool - everything that will help you complete the job as accurately as possible. Sometimes a guitar pick is also used for this purpose.

The order of work to be done

The process of removing the cover from the tablet consists of several stages:

Inspection of the tablet. Some models have fasteners that must be unscrewed. There are also models that also provide latches; they have to be snapped off.

• Unscrewing the fastener. Screws and screws should be unscrewed using appropriate screwdrivers.
• Opening the lid. It is necessary to carefully pry the lid of the tablet with a pick or other thin instrument or a card. Inside there are fragile components that cannot be damaged. The vast majority of equipment opens this way, but there are also devices that are quite difficult to unwind.

How to open the tablet cover without using tools?

An old plastic card with pointed ends is suitable for this. Any thin plastic object will also work. You can use a suction cup, a soldering kit, a thin knife, tweezers, or double-sided tape.

To open the back cover on a Lenovo tablet you will have to use your wits, because... Each model has its own design features. General recommendations will be described below, and using the A3300 model as an example, we will look at the process of removing the cover.

In order to open the tablet and remove the back cover, you must first carefully examine the back of the device. On some models, you will need to unscrew several bolts to open the cover. However, often the cover can be removed very simply - you just need to pry the cover over the frame using a thin screwdriver.

Lenovo A3300

Opening the cover of this tablet is not too difficult, but extreme care must be taken as it can be damaged.

• Take a flat (not figured) screwdriver and insert it into the USB output and gently press towards the cover.
• After a characteristic click, you need to move the screwdriver in the opposite direction from the power button and volume rocker.
• We move the screwdriver to the middle of the side and you can remove the cover.

It is best to find a video guide on the Internet for your tablet model in order to more clearly see the process of opening the device. Below is a video that talks about disassembling the Lenovo S6000 tablet.

We all use a tablet for a variety of purposes. Usually there are no problems with it. But in some cases it may be necessary. Contacting a service center can be very expensive and inconvenient, especially if you live in a small town. In this case, it would be much more advisable to learn how to disassemble the tablet yourself. In this guide, we will provide a general outline, since each model may have its own characteristics. In any case, after reading this guide, you will have at least a general idea of ​​how to disassemble the tablet, and if something doesn’t work out, you can additionally search for the necessary information.

What you can fix yourself

If you are reading this guide, then most likely you are not very knowledgeable about electronics. If this is the case, then do not try to be a hero and try to fix the failure of electronic components yourself. But there are some things you can fix yourself. What exactly?

• Change connectors and individual components. For example, your tablet has stopped charging and you need to replace the power socket. Or the headphones are acting up and you need to replace the audio input. If the battery starts to last very little time, you can try replacing it.
• The most popular reason why ordinary users want to disassemble a tablet is to replace the entire sensor or display. Most often this is caused by careless handling, when the tablet falls on the floor and the sensor cracks, or someone sits on the device lying on the sofa.

So, if you are sure that you really need this, let’s proceed to the guide on how to disassemble the tablet yourself. Reserve a few minutes of time and carefully read all the points.

Required set of tools

The first thing you need to do is stock up on the necessary set of tools. Without them, you will not be able to completely disassemble the device. Although some of the tools can be replaced with improvised materials, some are completely irreplaceable, since without them you will simply damage the device. So what will you need?

Disassembling the tablet

Component Mounting Options

Before proceeding directly to disassembling the tablet, it would not hurt to remind you what types of mounts are used by various manufacturers of mobile devices:

• Screws. The best option that makes your tablet highly repairable. You just need to have the appropriate set of screwdrivers and a little attention so as not to mix up the screws during assembly;
• Latches and cables. Very often used for fastening the case and some elements inside. The latches can be very tricky, and in some cases you won't be able to disassemble the device without breaking them. A cable is a flat ribbon of wires fastened together, through which a signal is transmitted to a controller or microcircuit. Usually it is enough to unfasten the cable fastener from the socket using a knife or plastic spatula;
• Adhesive backing or double-sided tape. Some inexpensive devices are held in place primarily by tape or an adhesive backing. In this case, to disassemble the tablet, you will have to make some effort, and in some cases even heat the case elements using a soldering hair dryer;
• Soldering. The most inconvenient type of fastening for repair. It’s okay if a small connector is soldered, but some manufacturers manage to solder entire large chips. In this case, we can sympathize with you. If you manage to cope on your own, it will be at the cost of great effort.

Removing the top plate

Many tablets have a small plate on the back surface near the top edge. Usually it hides connectors for a SIM card or flash drive. If your model has this cover, then first you need to remove it. To do this, you need to insert a plastic spatula or an object that replaces it into the narrow gap between the plate and the body and move it around the perimeter. Usually it lends itself quite easily and you don’t have to put in much effort. In some cases, the manufacturer stipulates that the lid opens even without foreign objects.

After this, be sure to remove the memory card and SIM card from the connectors, as certain difficulties may arise if they are present. Also check if there are any screws under the cover. Unscrew them, otherwise further procedure will be impossible.

Removing the cover

After removing the top plate and unscrewing the screws underneath, check to see if there are any screws around the perimeter of the case. Usually there can be from 4 to 8, and they are located along the edges. If you do not have a top removable plate, check for screws under the slots for the SIM card flash drive, which are usually located on one of the side faces in this case.

Next, using a flat object - a plastic spatula, a pick, a card or a thin knife - you need to disconnect all the latches around the perimeter of the case. In very rare cases, the back cover can only be held in place by screws. Be careful, in some places you need to make a lot of effort, be careful not to break anything. Unfortunately, in some cases it is impossible to remove the cover without breaking the latch.

In some cases, in order to disassemble the case, you will need to unfasten the latches located under the front glass. Apple suffers from this; Many experts are recognized as leaders in the complexity of repairs. Also, some Chinese companies, in order to save money, can place screws on the front panel and seal them with transparent plastic on top. In this case, you will need to immediately peel off the plastic, and only then unscrew the screws.

Carefully remove the cover, if necessary, unfasten the latches located under the front glass

Disabling loops and wires

After disconnecting the cover, do not rush to remove it. First of all, check whether various cables and wiring are attached to it. If so, the first thing you should do is disable them. To do this, you will need a plastic spatula or knife, and in some cases, perhaps a soldering iron.

Next, one by one, unhook all the cables and wires attached to the case and motherboard of the tablet. Usually, the vibration motor, SIM card and flash drive slot, camera, docking station and headphone connectors, micro-USB, microphone, and speakers can be disconnected without any problems.

In each tablet, the layout of the components may vary slightly, and they may also be attached differently, but the principle will be the same for each model. Be sure to take a close look at each component and how it is attached before removing it. This is simply necessary to ensure that disassembling the tablet does not cause damage.

Disconnecting the battery

Unlike phones, the battery on a tablet is non-removable and cannot be changed. It is usually attached to the case and connected to the motherboard via wiring or a cable. It can be attached to the body either with screws, double-sided tape or an adhesive base. In rare cases it may be soldered. Study carefully how it is attached, as well as where the wires go from it, and, having disconnected the necessary connectors, remove the battery.

Disconnect the device's battery after learning how it is attached first.

After disconnecting all wiring and connectors, it’s the motherboard’s turn. This is the main component of the tablet, since the processor, RAM, graphics accelerator and other equally important chips are attached to the motherboard. The most important parts are protected using special electromagnetic plates designed to protect them from the effects of electromagnetic waves, and given the presence of small holes and a thermal protective layer applied to the inside, also from overheating. Very often, manufacturers glue or solder these plates, making repairs extremely difficult. The situation is much simpler when using screws. So if you don’t need to change RAM or some kind of microcircuit on the motherboard, it’s better not to touch these plates in vain.

The motherboard is the main component of the device, all the microcircuits are attached to it

Detaching the display matrix from the sensor and protective glass

Since most users want to disassemble the tablet in order to replace the display sensor, let's take a closer look at this process. The sensor itself, thanks to which the tablet can be controlled with your fingers, as well as protective glass. It is best when this entire structure can be disassembled and then, in case of damage to the protective glass or sensor, you will not need to change the entire module. This significantly reduces repair costs.

Disconnect the sensor cable from the tablet's motherboard. After this, try to disconnect it from the display matrix; to do this, use a soldering hair dryer to heat it around the perimeter at a temperature of about 100 degrees. This is necessary so that the adhesive base melts a little, and it is easier to separate them. After this, carefully wipe the surface from any glue residue, then apply a new sensor and connect its cable to the appropriate connector on the motherboard.

Removing the protective glass from the housing frame

If the tablet was broken when dropped, it can also be replaced. To do this, the first step is to detach it from the frame of the case. It can be attached to it using latches or adhesive tape, or both. Twist the glass in your hands and carefully examine the design so that you don’t break anything when you try to disassemble it. You may have to apply some physical effort, but do not overdo it so that the frame does not become deformed. Use a knife or plastic spatula to pry the protective glass along the entire perimeter, then carefully remove it and install a new one. You may have to break off some of the latches; in this case, compensate for their absence with double-sided tape or a drop of glue.

• Record each stage. This is important so that when assembling the tablet, you assemble everything in the correct sequence. You can photograph each step, make schematic drawings, or even film your actions.
• Sign each item removed. In order not to forget which removed module is responsible for what, put it on a small piece of paper and be sure to sign it. Then you definitely won't forget.
• Install components only for your device model. Many online stores sell components for various tablet models. Install only those that are designed specifically for your tablet, or are fully compatible with it.
• Find the module layout on your device. If you have never exercised before, this step is mandatory. It will greatly simplify your task, since you will not have to guess what each of the modules looks like. Search on special forums; usually specialists post photographs of the insides of the tablet, signing the name of the components.

Conclusion

Did you manage to disassemble the tablet following our instructions? Write to us about it in the comments.

How to remove the tablet cover without damaging it? Let's figure it out and find out how to open the tablet. Before you open the lid of the tablet, you need to ask yourself about two things. The first is why this is needed, and the second is whether there are enough skills and knowledge to do everything correctly. You need to remove the cover if you need to, etc. A tablet computer is a delicate and fragile device, but most often it is also an expensive piece of equipment. That is why, conducting this kind of experiments, outside the walls of a specialized workshop, is relevant only when a person is confident in his abilities.

How to open the tablet and what tools are required?

To open the device, you should acquire the following tools - a set of small screwdrivers (Phillips screwdriver, straight screwdriver, Torx).

You can also use watch screwdrivers, but the choice should be made on a high quality product, since bad inventory can cause irreparable damage to the tablet. In the process of opening the tablet, special plastic spatulas, designed for disassembling electronics gadgets, help. All of them will be needed to open the back panel of the device. They can be bought at the radio market or in special departments of stores.

If suddenly the tool could not be obtained, how to open the tablet cover?

How to open a tablet without a tool?

The main thing is not to despair; as a replacement, use a plastic card, pre-sharpened - an old credit card or a discount card. Any thin plastic object will also work.

How to open a tablet using the display suction cup?

A suction cup helps separate the touchscreen from the protective glass in some models. You will also need a sharp thin knife, a soldering kit, tweezers, double-sided tape, and small wire cutters. And sometimes you should have a hair dryer at hand.

Remove the tablet cover using a special set of tools

Decision is made. The entire set of necessary tools is available. But taking a closer look at the device, the question arises: which side is best to approach it, how to open the tablet and not harm the device? Many devices, at first glance, do not have removable panels, and there are no screws on the case. Typically, in such cases, the back cover is connected to the front using latches. And in order to open the cover of the device, you need to find a thin gap at the point where the parts of the case are connected, and insert a plastic spatula into it. Very carefully move around the perimeter of the device, while unlatching all the latches.
All models have a different arrangement of such latches, so you need to pay special attention during disassembly. Then, very carefully, the tablet is opened. You must be extremely careful, since there are various parts attached to the back panel - antennas, various cables, etc.

Ready. Now the tablet is open, the goal has been achieved. Then you can continue the disassembly process or do what the gadget was disassembled for.

How to open a tablet. Video

Most modern tablets look monolithic and mislead that they cannot be disassembled or opened to the average user. However, this is not the case. If you look closely, you will find joint lines on each device and will be able to open it yourself. To make it easier for you, we offer instructions on how to remove the back cover of the tablet.

Before you start, think carefully about whether it’s worth doing. Removing the cover is not a tricky task, but doing it carefully without damaging any parts, and leaving the equipment in working order is much more difficult. In addition, the most common reason for opening the back panel is to replace the battery. We hasten to upset you that in most models it is soldered to the motherboard. Therefore, if you do not have a level for careful soldering, then it is better to leave this matter to the professionals.

To work you will need the following equipment:

• screwdrivers of various shapes and sizes;
• an ordinary plastic card or guitar pick.

Cover Removal Instructions

1. First, carefully inspect the cover for the presence of various fasteners or screws (they may be located under rubber plugs).
2. If any are found, carefully unscrew or open them. Place all removed screws in separate containers, making a short note for yourself about where they were.
3. Very carefully pry off the tablet cover using a pick or plastic card. You need to insert them to a depth of about 5 mm, and then smoothly move them along the entire perimeter.
4. After this, carefully lift the cover, making sure that there are no cables or elements glued to it.

Try not to open your tablet often. After only 2-3 openings, some of the latches and latches may not hold up and break, which will lead to the formation of a gap into which dust and other contaminants will regularly fall.