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The second generation of the iPad with Wi-Fi, GSM and CDMA models. Some models were refreshed before the iPad 3. Repair is difficult and requires heat and prying. Released on March 11th, 2011. Model numbers: A1395, A1396, and A1397.

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A1397 Looking for NAND Flash Memory Chip to Physically Destroy

Mine is the A1397. And I am just trying to physically destroy the data before i give it to a recycling center. So I don't need to be careful with it. However, after doing some research online and asking chatGPT it told me that only the NAND flash memory chip holds the data and I am having trouble identifying where this component is. I am just trying to find the part that holds this NAND flash memory chip and physically destroy it with a hammer or something, so no one can access the data. Any suggestions? I attached a picture where one component is on the left, and the other component is on the right. In which component or piece is the data located or stored? Thanks!

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Right side, under the big metal shield.

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Cool, thank you so much. That narrows it down. Do you know which part of the big metal shield? There seems to be 3 segments to it. I am assuming under the big metal shield is the logic board and the NAND flash chip is embedded into it? Thanks again.

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@tonythebruin all marked in the tear down page, seems to be under the shield next to the battery connector.

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Got it, thank you so much. That teardown page helps!

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