Archos 101 G9 Battery Replacement

Introduction

Using this guide will help you replace the batteries in your Archos 101 G9 tablet.

Most mobile devices (including tablets) use built-in batteries to keep their electronic devices running. Make sure the device is turned off and not plugged in to any external power source prior to beginning this guide. Be careful when opening up the device; the display is attached to the rest of the tablet with a ribbon cable. Don’t bend the batteries excessively while completing the last step. Bending the batteries can possibly lead to overheating and may cause a fire. Never use metal prying tools to remove a battery.

What you need

Step 1 Display Assembly

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Place an iFixit opening tool in the crease where the display assembly and back of the device meet.
Slide the tool firmly through the crease on one side of the device, twisting as you go to create separation.
When you reach the corner, carefully pry the two halves of the device apart.
There are small clips along the edges that need to stay intact in order to properly reassemble the device. Be very gentle when prying so as not to break the clips.
Repeat for the remaining three sides and corners.

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Step 2

Separate the halves of the device.
Ensure that you separate from the top and you keep the bottoms of both pieces near each other so as not to damage the ribbon cables that connect the halves.

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Step 3

Gently remove both ribbon cables from their sockets on the motherboard.

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Step 4

Remove the white and black coaxial cables with gold tips from the motherboard.

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Step 5

Remove the display assembly from the back panel.

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Step 6 Battery

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Remove the tape covering the solder connections on the motherboard.

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Step 7

Desolder the BATT+ connection from the motherboard.
Desolder the BATT- connection from the motherboard.
Desolder the NTC+ connection from the motherboard.
Desolder the NTC- connection from the motherboard.
Proceed with caution when using the soldering iron. Try not to damage the connections on the motherboard.

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Step 8

Remove the black tape from the top of each battery.

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Step 9

Remove the yellow tape from the batteries.

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Step 10

Gently pry the batteries away from the case using a nylon spudger.
Be very careful not to bend the batteries excessively while doing this.
Metal prying tools and other sharp objects may puncture the battery, potentially causing a fire. Always use plastic or nylon prying tools near the battery.