............. 17 Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs ..........18 General checkout ........19 What to do first ..........20 Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X ..21 FRU replacement notices........21 Screw notices..........21 Removing and replacing an FRU....23 1010 Card tray..........24 1020 Battery cover ........
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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: • If you are instructed to replace an FRU, but the replacement does not solve the problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue. •...
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 Before you go to the checkout, make sure to read the following important notes: Important notes: • Only certified trained personnel can service the computer. •...
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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.
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 the Lenovo computer, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have the following characteristics: •...
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Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual • Logic card to plastic Turn an additional 180° after the screw head touches the surface of the logic card: more than 180° (Cross-section) • Torque driver If you have a torque screwdriver, refer to the “Torque” column for each step.
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 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 TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual 1010 Card tray Figure 1. Removal steps of card tray Pry up the card tray cover with your nail, and pull it gently. Pull out the card tray.
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 1020 Battery cover For access, remove this FRU: • “1010 Card tray” on page 24 Figure 2. Removal steps of battery cover Insert a guitar pick and slide along to release the battery cover. Remove the battery cover.
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X 1040 Battery pack and main frame DANGER Only use the battery specified in the parts list for your device. Any other battery could ignite or explode. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Card tray” on page 24 •...
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Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual Figure 4. Removal steps of battery pack and main frame (continued) Remove the battery pack from its socket. Remove the screws of the main frame. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque ≥1.5 kgf.cm M1.4 × 2.5 mm, Cross head, nylok-...
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Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Figure 4. Removal steps of battery pack and main frame (continued) Remove the main frame.
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual 1050 Camera, motor and RF cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Card tray” on page 24 • “1020 Battery cover” on page 25 • “1030 System board frame” on page 26 •...
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Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Figure 5. Removal steps of camera, motor and RF cable (continued) Pry up the motor. Detach the connectors of the RF cable. Then remove the RF cable.
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual 1060 System board, speaker and microphone Important notices for handling the system board: When handling the system board, bear the following in mind. • Be careful not to drop the system board on a bench top that has a hard surface, such as metal, wood, or composite.
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Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Figure 6. Removal steps of system board, speaker and microphone (continued) Detach the connector of the side-key FPC, and remove the side-key FPC. Insert a plastic tweezers to release the microphone from its cavity.
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Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual Figure 6. Removal steps of system board, speaker and microphone (continued) Remove the screws . Lift up and remove the system board, speaker and microphone. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque ≥1.5 kgf.cm ST1.4 × 4.0 mm, Cross head (2) Black Detach the other connector of the FPC.
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Locations Lenovo TAB4 8 overview Model Version Lenovo TB-8504F WLAN Lenovo TB-8504X WLAN + LTE Front camera Speakers Micro USB connector Indicator Volume buttons Power button Touch screen Microphone Rear camera Headset jack Card tray...
Lenovo TB-8504F/Lenovo TB-8504X Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list This section presents the following service parts: • “Overall” on page 36 • “Screws” on page 38 • “AC adapters” on page 38 • “Label” on page 38 Note: • Each FRU is available for all types or models, unless specific types or models are specified.
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