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Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement

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Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement

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The audio jack for the Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 may not work due to internal damages or overuse. This guide shows how to replace the tablet's audio jack, which is connected to the motherboard.

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Tools

    1. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Use the iFixit Opening Tool to pry off the back case, moving the tool around the screen.

      • Make sure the device is off and the SD card is removed before taking off the back casing.

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    1. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Back Camera: step 2, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Back Camera: step 2, image 2 of 2
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      • Use the tweezers to lift the switch connecting the back camera to the motherboard.

      • Use your hand to remove the back camera from the motherboard.

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    1. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Front Camera: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Front Camera: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Front Camera: step 3, image 3 of 3
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      • Use the tweezers to lift the switch connecting the front camera to the motherboard.

      • Remove the front camera from the motherboard by lifting with the tweezers.

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    1. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 2 of 2
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      • Use the tweezers to flip the switch on the bottom of the strap that goes over the battery.

      • Release the strap from the switch by lifting the strap with your hand.

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    2. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Use the tweezers to flip the switch that connects the top of the strap to the motherboard.

      • Lift the top end of the strap with your hand and remove the strap completely from the device.

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    3. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Use the tweezers to flip the switch of the connector.

      • Lift the connector from the motherboard.

      • This connector does not come completely off, but disconnects from the motherboard.

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    4. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
      • Use the tweezers to flip the switch of the blue connector on the motherboard.

      • Lift the connector from the motherboard.

      • This switch can detach from the device, but just needs to disconnect from the motherboard.

      • Ensure the blue ribbon cable is not under the motherboard upon reassembly.

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    5. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2
      • Use the tweezers to flip the switch of the connector that runs from the battery to the motherboard.

      • Lift the connector from the motherboard.

      • This switch can detach from the device, but just needs to disconnect from the motherboard.

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    6. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2
      • Use a JIS #00 screwdriver to remove the six 4.5mm screws at the top of the motherboard.

      • Lift the motherboard with your hand to detach the motherboard from the device.

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    1. Samsung Galaxy Tab E 8.0 Audio Jack Replacement, Audio Jack: step 10, image 1 of 1
      • Use the soldering tool to remove the audio jack.

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Conclusion

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

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