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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement

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This guide is only intended to be used as a prerequisite for other guides. It's incomplete by itself.

Introduction

This guide is NOT a repair guide. However, removal of the central panel is essential to repairing all components that are not located on the front panel.

What you need

  1. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement, Screen: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Heat the iOpeners in a microwave for 1-2 minutes.

    • The iOpeners will be hot. Use caution and hold the tabs on the ends.

    • Place heated iOpeners on screen edges to heat the adhesive.

    • For more detailed instructions on how to use the iOpeners, please refer to the iOpener Instructions.

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  2. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Separate the screen assembly from the back by wedging the picks between the two components.

    • Slide the picks along the edge and leave them holding the device open all around the edges.

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  3. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Place suctioning device near the corner of the screen and gently lift up to create a gap between the front panel assembly and the back.

    • Insert the picks to hold the two components apart once a gap is created.

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  4. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Once all edges have been disconnected, carefully lift the screen off by pulling one side up.

    • Be careful not to cut yourself. Any broken glass from the screen will be sharp.

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  6. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using the tweezers, gently peel up on the silver tape covering the connector.

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  7. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use the plastic opening tool to get under the connector piece. This will allow you to remove the front panel assembly from the rest of the device.

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  8. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Detach the connecter from the inside of the device.

    • Lift the screen to separate the front panel assembly from the rest of the device.

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  9. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement, Central Panel: step 8, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement, Central Panel: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the 17 silver 3.0 mm Phillips head screws located around the edge of the device using the screwdriver.

    • For additional information on how to remove screws, please refer to Screwdriver Best Practices.

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  10. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the 2 centrally-located black 3.0 mm Phillips head screws using the screwdriver.

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  11. Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 SM-T813 Central Panel Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Use the plastic opening tools to gently separate the middle panel from the rest of the device.

    • Move the tool around under the edges until you can remove the panel by hand.

    • Popping/cracking noises are completely normal. These are the sounds of the panel separating from the rest of the device.

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    • Lift up the central panel starting from one corner to separate it from the rest of the device.

    • Pull towards the top of the device as you lift out to ensure that the charging port connection is not damaged.

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Conclusion

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

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