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Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 Back Panel Replacement

Introduction

This guide will walk you through the process of opening the Back Panel to your Nvidia Shield Tablet K1.

What you need

  1. Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 Back Panel Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Starting at the Micro SD Card Slot and using the blue plastic opening tool, begin to maneuver the tool around the edges while applying light pressure to lift the panel upwards.

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  3. Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 Back Panel Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Nvidia Shield Tablet K1 Back Panel Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • There are clips holding the back panel to the rest of the case. You must apply some force to lift the back panel off.

    • Continue lifting up the panel all the way around the edges of the tablet.

    • Once all of the panel clips are unfastened, gently remove the back panel.

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Conclusion

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

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2 Comments

Hello, I’m planning on replacing the battery on my K1 soon, will the rear panel snap back in?

Scott - Reply

but wait theres flex cable your not showing thats attached to the cover it could be ripped off and bricked like mine because no one know the name of said cable

Christian Rogers - Reply

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