Checking the internal battery status..22 Related service information .......23 Security ............... 23 Power management .......... 23 Activating/Deactivating the Display ..23 Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 .........24 Specifications ............. 24 FRU replacement notices........26 Screw notices..........26 Removing and replacing an FRU....27 1010 Rear cover and side key.....
This manual is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Use this manual to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to read all the information under “Safety information” on page 1 and “Important service information”...
Safety information Safety information This chapter presents the following safety information that you need to get familiar with before you service a Lenovo computer: • “General safety” on page 2 • “Electrical safety” on page 3 • “Safety inspection guide” on page 5 •...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual General safety Follow these rules below to ensure general safety: • Observe a good housekeeping in the area where the machines are put during and after the maintenance. • When lifting any heavy object: 1.
Safety information Electrical safety Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipments. Important: Use only approved tools and test equipments. Some hand tools have handles covered with a soft material that does not insulate you when working with live electrical currents. Many customers have rubber floor mats near their machines that contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual • Always look carefully for possible hazards in your work area. Examples of these hazards are moist floors, nongrounded power extension cables, power surges, and missing safety grounds. • Do not touch live electrical circuits with the reflective surface of a plastic dental mirror.
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo alterations. 7. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD damage can occur when there is a difference in charge between objects. Protect against ESD damage by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are all at the same charge.
Safety information Safety notices: multilingual translations The safety notices in this section are provided in English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish. Safety notice 1 Before the computer is powered on after FRU replacement, make sure all screws, springs, and other small parts are in place and are not left loose inside the computer.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety notice 2 DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble a standby battery, recharge it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
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Safety information Safety notice 3 DANGER The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel. Do not disassemble it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing when replacing the battery pack.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety notice 4 DANGER The lithium battery can cause a fire, an explosion, or a severe burn. Do not recharge it, remove its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate it, or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
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Safety information Safety notice 5 If the LCD breaks and the fluid from inside the LCD gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water at least for 15 minutes. Seek medical care if any symptoms caused by the fluid are present after washing.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety notice 6 DANGER To avoid shock, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card. Afin d’éviter tout risque de choc électrique, ne retirez pas le cache en plastique protégeant la partie inférieure de la carte d’alimentation.
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Safety information Safety notice 8 DANGER Before removing any FRU, turn off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any interconnecting cables. Avant de retirer une unité remplaçable en clientèle, mettez le système hors tension, débranchez tous les cordons d’alimentation des socles de prise de courant, retirez la batterie et déconnectez tous les cordons d’interface.
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. Such devices are also sold separately as options. If one of these drives is installed, it is certified in the U.S.
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Safety information A CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or any other storage device installed may contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following: DANGER Emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
To download software fixes, drivers, and BIOS, follow the steps below: 1. Go to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/. 2. Enter a serial number or select a product or use Lenovo smart downloading. 3. Select the BIOS/Driver/Applications and download. 4. Follow the directions on the screen and install the necessary software.
Important service information Important notice for replacing a system board Some components mounted on a system board are very sensitive. Improper handling can cause damage to those components, and may cause a system malfunction. Attention: When handling a system board: •...
Electronic Equipment Directive (2002/95/EC) is a European Union legal requirement affecting the global electronics industry. RoHS requirements must be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market after June 2006. Products on the market before June 2006 are not required to have RoHS compliant parts.
General checkout General checkout This chapter presents the following information: • “What to do first” on page 20 • “Power system checkout” on page 21 Before you go to the checkout, make sure to read the following important notes: Important notes: •...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you must include the following information in the parts exchange form or parts return form that you attach to it: 1. Name and phone number of servicer 2.
General checkout Power system checkout To verify a symptom, follow the steps below: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Connect the AC adapter. 4. Make sure that power is supplied when you turn on the computer. 5.
To open the Android Settings screen, do either of the following: – From the main Home screen, touch the Android Settings icon on Lenovo Launch Zone. The Android Settings screen is displayed. – Pull down the application icon from the action bar and then touch Settings.
Related service information Related service information This chapter presents the following information: • “Security” on page 23 • “Power management” on page 23 Security Security settings include: SCREEN SECURITY, SIM CARD LOCK (LTE version only), PASSWORDS, DEVICE ADMINISTRATION and CREDENTIAL STORAGE.
• “Locations” on page 68 • “Parts list” on page 70 Specifications The following table lists the specifications of the Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70. Note: The listed technical data is applicable to both versions of the product, i.e. the WiFi version and the LTE version, unless otherwise specified.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Ports • Micro-USB (USB 2.0) • Audio Jack, 3.5mm (support Audio and Microphone) • Micro-SD card slot (support external Micro-SD card up to 32GB) • Micro-SIM card slot (LTE version only) Communication • WiFi: 802.11a/b/g/n • GSM/EDGE: 850/900/1800/1900MHz •...
This section presents notices related to removing and replacing parts. Read this section carefully before replacing any FRU. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. In Lenovo computers, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have the following characteristics: •...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Removing and replacing an FRU This section presents exploded figures with the instructions to indicate how to remove and replace the FRU. Make sure to observe the following general rules: 1. Do not attempt to service any computer unless you have been trained and certified.
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1010 Rear cover and side key 1. Hold the tablet in one hand and use a triangle paddle to unlock the rear cover from the tablet along the joint line as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 3. Remove the side key from the rear cover using a pair of pointed tweezer. Figure 1-3. Removing the side key Figure 1-4. The removed rear cover and side key...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1020 Battery pack For access, detach the following FRU: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) Rechargeable Battery Notice CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 2. Remove the metal piece using a pair of tweezers. Figure 2-2. Removing the metal piece 3. Disconnect the battery FPC from its connector on the main board using a pair of tweezers. Figure 2-3. Disconnecting the battery FPC...
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Detach the battery FPC from the main board as shown in the figure below. Figure 2-4. Detaching the battery FPC 5. Remove the conductive tape or mylar on the LCD FPC at the main board side as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 6. Unlock the connector of the LCD FPC on the main board using a triangle paddle. Figure 2-6. Unlocking the connector of the LCD FPC (main board side) 7. Pull out the LCD FPC from its connector on the main board as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 8. Detach the LCD FPC from the front module of the tablet as shown in the figure below. Figure 2-8. Detaching the LCD FPC 9. Detach the battery pack from its seat by inserting a thin flat blade into the joint surface as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 10. Remove the battery pack from the front module of the tablet. Figure 2-10. Removing the battery pack Figure 2-11. The removed battery pack...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1030 Rear camera For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1040 Front camera For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 3. Remove the front camera from its seat as shown in the figure below. Figure 4-3. Removing the front camera Figure 4-4. The removed front camera...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1050 LCD FPC For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 3. Pull out the LCD FPC from its connector on the main board as shown in the figure below. Figure 5-3. Pulling out the LCD FPC (from the main board side) 4. Detach the LCD FPC from the front module of the tablet as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Remove the mylar on the LCD FPC at the front module side as shown in the figure below. Figure 5-5. Removing the mylar on the LCD FPC (front module side) 6. Unlock the connector of the LCD FPC on the front module of the tablet using a triangle paddle.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 7. Pull out the main FPC from its connector on the front module of the tablet as shown in the figure below. Figure 5-7. Pulling out the LCD FPC (from the front module side) Figure 5-8. The removed LCD FPC...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1060 Vibrator motor For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1070 Microphone For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1080 Antenna PCB (LTE version only) For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) •...
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 2. Remove screws on the right speaker as shown in the figure below. Figure 8-2. The screws on the right speaker Part No. Screw (quantity) Color Torque Phillips flat head screw, M1.4 x 3.5 (3) Black 3.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Figure 8-4. The removed antenna (LTE version only)
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 1090 Left Speaker For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 2. Remove screws on the left speaker as shown in the figure below. Figure 9-2. The screws on the left speaker Part No. Screw (quantity) Color Torque Phillips flat head screw, M1.4 x 3.5 (3) Black 3.
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1100 Right Speaker For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 30 to Step 3 on page 31 in “1020 Battery pack”)
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 2. Disconnect the antenna cable from its connector on the main board at the position as shown in the figure below (LTE version only). Figure 10-2. Positions for disconnecting the antenna cable (main board side, LTE version only) 3.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Remove the conductive fabric tape on the side key FPC as shown in the figure below. Figure 10-4. Removing the conductive fabric tape on the side key FPC 5. Detach the side key FPC from the front module of the tablet using a pair of tweezers.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 6. Unlock the connector of the TP FPC on the main board using a guitar pick as shown in the figure below. Figure 10-6. Unlocking the connector of the TP FPC 7. Pull out the TP FPC from its unlocked connector using a pair of tweezers as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 8. Remove screws at the positions as shown in the figure below. Figure 10-8. The screws on the main board and speakers Part No. Screw (quantity) Color Torque Phillips flat head screw, M1.4 x 3.5 (11) Black 9.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 10. Desolder the wires of the right speaker from their connecting points on the back side of the main board at the position shown in the figure below. Figure 10-10. Position for desoldering the wires of the right speaker...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1110 Side key FPC For access, detach the following FRUs: • Rear cover assembly (see Step 1 on page 28 to Step 2 on page 28 in “1010 Rear cover and side key”) •...
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 3. Remove the mylar on the side key FPC as shown in the figure below. Figure 11-3. Removing the mylar on the side key FPC 4. Desolder the wires of the side key FPC from their connecting points on the main board at the position shown in the figure below.
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 1120 Main board assembly (with left and right speakers, mi- crophone, vibrator motor, and side key FPC) Important notices for handling PCB: When handling PCB, bear the following in mind: • Be careful not to drop the PCB onto a bench top that has a hard surface, such as surface made of metal, wood, or composite materials.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 2. Disconnect the antenna cable from its connector on the main board at the position as shown in the figure below (LTE version only). Figure 12-2. Positions for disconnecting the antenna cable (main board side, LTE version only) 3.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 4. Detach the side key FPC from the front module of the tablet using a pair of tweezers. Figure 12-4. Detaching the side key FPC 5. Unlock the connector of the TP FPC on the main board using a guitar pick as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual 6. Pull out the TP FPC from its unlocked connector using a pair of tweezers as shown in the figure below. Figure 12-6. Pulling out the TP FPC 7. Remove screws at the positions as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 8. Remove the main board assembly from the front module of the tablet as shown in the figure below. Figure 12-8. Removing the main board assembly from the front module of the tablet Figure 12-9. The removed main board assembly (with left and right speaker, microphone, vibrator...
Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70 Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list This section presents the following service parts: • “Overall” on page 70 • “Screws” on page 74 Note: The listed technical data is applicable to both versions of the product, i.e. the WiFi version and the LTE version, unless otherwise specified.
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