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Tagital T7X Screen/ Digitizer Replacement

Introduction

Before you begin to replace the screen of your Tagital T7X be sure to review the Troubleshooting page to ensure that this is a valid solution. The screen will need to be replaced if the touch screen is not responsive or does not display anything. Some soldering is required. Good luck!

What you need

  1. Tagital T7X Screen/ Digitizer Replacement, Case: step 1, image 1 of 3 Tagital T7X Screen/ Digitizer Replacement, Case: step 1, image 2 of 3 Tagital T7X Screen/ Digitizer Replacement, Case: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Place the Tagital T7X on a sturdy surface.

    • Insert the plastic opening tool into the crack and pry open the tablet. Move the tool along the edge, while continuing to pry up the casing.

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    • Follow the attached wires to the positive and negative connections.

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    • The soldering iron can destroy components on the motherboard. Only touch the soldering iron to the solder already on the board.

    • Touch the tip of the soldering iron to the solder connecting the negative wire.

    • Pull back on the wire with the iron in place, removing it from the hot solder.

    • The solder will be melted almost instantly. There is no need to hold the iron on the solder for more than a second or two. Visit iFixit's soldering guide for more info.

    • Repeat this step for the positive wire.

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    • Use the nylon spudger to pry the battery from the back of the screen. Work your way around the edges, similar to opening the casing.

    • The adhesive used to hold the battery down is very strong. Don't be afraid to use some force.

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    • Remove the ribbon cable on the top left corner of the mother board.

    • Gently lift the black tape up to see the ribbon cable socket.

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    • Push both side buttons away from the socket by using a spudger.

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    • Gently pull the ribbon cable away from the socket.

    • Don't be afraid to use some force for this step.

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    • The soldering iron can destroy components on the motherboard. Only touch the soldering iron to the solder already on the board.

    • Touch the tip of the soldering iron to the solder connecting the positive (red) wire.

    • Pull back on the wire with the iron in place, removing it from the hot solder.

    • Repeat this step for the negative wire.

    • The solder will be melted almost instantly. There is no need to hold the iron on the solder for than a second or two. Visit IFixit's soldering guide for more info.

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    • Remove the speaker from the motherboard.

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    • Use a spudger to hold the cameras in place.

    • Gently pull the black tape away using your finger.

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    • Remove the ribbon cable from the motherboard.

    • Use a spudger to lift the two tabs, freeing the ribbon cable from the socket.

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    • Gently pull the ribbon cable away from the motherboard.

    • Don't be afraid to use some force to pull the ribbon cable.

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    • Next we will disconnect the digitizer ribbon cable from the motherboard.

    • Using the black spudger, gently push the tabs on each side of the socket to free the ribbon cable.

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    • Gently pull on the ribbon cable, separating it from the socket.

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    • Next, we will unscrew the three PH#0 screws anchoring the motherboard into the case.

    • You will need the Phillips Screw #0 to remove the screws of the motherboard.

    • Using the screwdriver, with the PH#0 attachment, carefully unscrew the screws of the motherboard in order to remove it from the device.

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    • Insert a plastic opening tool where the screen connects with the front face of the case.

    • Use a spudger to keep the screen from falling back into the casing.

    • The screen will slide out once the connection has been nudged on three sides.

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Conclusion

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

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