Samsung SM-X910 - Repair Manual

Usage Notices 5 • Make sure to wear the appropriate safety equipment before carrying out repairs. Samsung is not responsible for injuries that may occur because of not wearing the proper safety equipment. Refer to Tools for Disassembly and Assembly for a list of tools that you will need for assembli...

Usage Notices 6 Instructional Icons Warning : situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution : situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Notice : notes, usage tips, or additional information

Software Update 7 Software Update Updating Software through FOTA Update your device’s software through the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service. You can also schedule software updates.Launch the Settings app and tap Software update → Download and install . • Install now : Install updates. • Schedule...

Software Update 9 3 On the devices list, click the device that failed to update the software and check the recovery code. 4 On another computer, launch Smart Switch . 5 Click → Emergency Software Recovery and Reset → Emergency code recovery . 6 Enter the recovery code and click OK . 7 Follow the on-...

Quality Test 11 Quality Test Quality Test Using the Samsung Members App It is recommended to evaluate your device through the Samsung Members app after it has been repaired to guarantee its performance. If the test results show any abnormalities or that another malfunction has occurred because of th...

Quality Test 12 3 Tap Test all . The device performs a test on all items.When the test is finished, you can check the test results. • Tick mark: Working normally • Exclamation mark: Needs further inspection • The test proceeds automatically, but you may need to follow the on-screen instructions depe...

Calibrations 25 Calibrations Calibrations In order to guarantee the stable and correct performance of components or sensors, it is required to conduct calibrations through the Self Repair Assistant app after repair. If the calibration results show any malfunctions, visit a Samsung Service Center for...

Calibrations 26 • Depending on the model, the screen module may include batteries. So when the screen module is replaced, the battery also has to be selected and a battery cycle reset must be performed. • In the Fold models, touch screen panel calibration is performed for both the main and cover scr...

Calibrations 31 Optical Fingerprint Sensor Calibration Whenever the screen is replaced, the optical fingerprint sensor must be calibrated to guarantee optimized fingerprint sensor performance for devices that have it.Optical fingerprint sensor calibration is available through the Self Repair Assista...

Calibrations 34 8 Check the result of the calibration. Completed appears only when the calibration is successfully completed. If Completed does not appear, try calibrating again. Resetting the Battery Cycle Count The battery cycle count should be reset whenever your device’s battery is replaced. 1 L...

Calibrations 37 Range Sensor Calibration When replacing screens, batteries, back glasses, or charging ports, range sensor calibration is required to ensure the range sensors of devices equipped with them are optimized.Range sensor calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. Some ...

Calibrations 39 Touch Screen Panel Calibration When replacing screens, touch screen panel calibration is required to ensure accurate touch input.Touch screen panel calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. In the Fold models, touch screen panel calibration is performed for both...

Calibrations 41 Speaker Calibration When replacing speakers, the speaker must be calibrated to guarantee optimized speaker performance for devices that have it.Speaker calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. 1 Launch the Self Repair Assistant app. 2 Select the part that you h...

Calibrations 45 Digital Hall Sensor Calibration (Fold and Flip Models Only) Whenever the screen is replaced, the digital hall sensor must be calibrated to guarantee optimized digital hall sensor performance for devices that have it.Digital hall sensor calibration is available through the Self Repair...

Exploded View and Parts List 48 Exploded View and Parts List The product’s composition may vary depending on the country, region, or carrier. Exploded View

Exploded View and Parts List 49 Parts List Number Name QCR243 Screw 3405 QCR261 Screw 3463 QME06 Main Flex Cable (Screen to PBA) QCR257 Screw 3443 QMO01 Vibrator Motor QCB01 Antenna Flex Cable (Red) QCB05 Antenna Flex Cable (Gray) QCB07 Antenna Flex Cable (Orange) QCB06 Antenna Flex Cable (Black) QC...

Disassembly and Assembly 51 Disassembly and Assembly Tools for Disassembly and Assembly When repairing devices, you absolutely must wear protective equipment for your safety. Tool & Part Code Image Description Safety Goggles Prevents accidents during repair (protective equipment) Safety Gloves (...

Disassembly and Assembly 54 Fasteners (Adhesives and Materials) for Assembly The fasteners composition may vary depending on the repair parts, country, region, or carrier. Item Quantity Image Description Screen Adhesive Tape GH81-23920A 1 Double sided adhesive tape attached to the around the edges o...

Disassembly and Assembly 58 Disassembly for Replacement Before disassembling: • Unplug and turn off device before disassembling. • Remove the SIM card tray from the device. • If you have an S Pen purchased separately, remove the S Pen. • When removing the screen of Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, you need the ...

Disassembly and Assembly 59 SIM Card Tray Remove 1 Prepare the device to repair by yourself.

Disassembly and Assembly 61 Button Remove The buttons are already included in the back cover module. Replace them only if they need to be repaired. 1 Press one end of the Volume button with your fingers lightly so that the other end protrudes. 2 Hold the tip of the protruding button carefully with t...

Disassembly and Assembly 64 Screen Remove When removing the screen, ensure that the device is fixed on a flat surface.When removing the screen of Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, you need the 2 heating bags, a large size opening tool, and a large size suction cup. 1 Heat the 2 microwaveable heating bags for 70 ...

Disassembly and Assembly 94 Charging Port Remove 1 Check and remove the screws at the 34 different points on bracket. Be careful not to damage the near components.Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the d...

Disassembly and Assembly 101 Main Board Remove The PBA can only be replaced at an authorized repair shop. If the PBA is faulty, contact Samsung for further instruction. 1 Check and remove the 3 screws on main board. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make ...

Disassembly and Assembly 106 Camera Remove 1 Using tweezers or your fingers, remove the front camera carefully and leave the camera lens facing up. • Be careful not to touch the camera lens while handing it. • Be careful not to damage the camera and near components.

Disassembly and Assembly 108 Speaker Remove 1 Check and remove the screws at the 11 different points of speaker module to disassembly. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.

Disassembly and Assembly 121 Vibrator Motor Remove 1 Using the tweezers, separate the FPCB of vibrator motor carefully from back cover module. Be careful not to damage the vibrator motor and the FPCB. 2 Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of vibrator motor and remove it carefully fro...

Disassembly and Assembly 123 SIM Card Socket Remove 1 Using the tweezers, separate the FPCB cables of the SIM card socket carefully.Lift up on the separator groove and separate the SIM card socket carefully. Be careful not to damage the near components and SIM card socket.If the SIM card socket is s...

Disassembly and Assembly 125 Back Cover Module The back cover module consists of the back cover, metal bracket, and battery. As they are bonded to each other, they cannot be separated.

Disassembly and Assembly 126 Reassembly for Replacement Before reassembling: • Remove the adhesive tape residues perfectly. • Prepare all existing screws of this device and adhesive tapes. • Wear an anti-static wrist strap and connect it to the grounded ESD safe mat. • Leaving screws inside the devi...

Disassembly and Assembly 127 SIM Card Socket Assembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. During assembly, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. 1 Remove the clear film from new SIM card socket adhesive tape and appl...

Disassembly and Assembly 129 Vibrator Motor Assembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. During assembly, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. 1 Using the tweezers, remove the clear films from new vibrator motor adh...

Disassembly and Assembly 152 Camera Assembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. 1 Using the tweezers or your fingers, gently insert the 2 rear camera modules on...

Disassembly and Assembly 155 Main Board Assembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. 1 Using the tweezers, place the Wi-Fi PBA to the exact position, and assembl...

Disassembly and Assembly 160 Charging Port Assembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. 1 For the 5G or LTE devices, first connect the 3 coaxial cables (Orange/R...

Disassembly and Assembly 166 Screen Assembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device.Before attaching the screen, make absolutely sure that there are no screws, misce...

Disassembly and Assembly 177 Button Assembly The buttons are already included in the back cover module. Replace them only if they need to be repaired. 1 Remove the release film of new Volume button. 2 Using your fingers, grab the Volume button and insert it on the slot carefully. Be careful not to d...

Disassembly and Assembly 181 SIM Card Tray Assembly 1 Insert the SIM card tray back into the slot and push it in its position.