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Disassembling Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Back Rim Cover

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    • Place the plastic opening tool into the SD card slot or charge port.

    • Try in an upward motion until you see a separation between the tablet and back cover.

  2. Disassembling Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Back Rim Cover: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Work around the entire device by sliding the plastic opening tool around the rim.

    • If this is the first time, it will be hard to separate the back cover from the tablet.

    • The clips are approximately 5 cm apart. While working around the device, the clips will make a dislocating sound when disconnected.

  3. Disassembling Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Back Rim Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the back cover once all links have been separated.

    • Be careful when touching any of the internal components of the tablet.

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    • Place the plastic opening tool in between the outer rim.

    • Move the tool in a downward motion to separate the 2 parts.

    • Run the tool along the rim to disconnect all connectors holding the outer rim to the back of the device.

  5. Disassembling Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Back Rim Cover: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Repeat this step for all four sides, then remove the rim.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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