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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:30:07 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Xperia Tablet S: How to reattach the tablet screen]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>My tablet had its screen detached</p>]]></description>
<link>https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/922219/How+to+reattach+the+tablet+screen</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:58:48 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[sony xperia z4 tablet: LCDs wont work after replacing a cracked one.]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Hey guys... a friend gave me his xperia z4 to replace the battery. Easy thing... so i ordered a new battery but the devil was in the details... while opening the disaplay with my ifixit tools i cracked the digitizer glass... so i needed to swap it to. the experienced tecs here may know: its a pain in the *ss to replace a digitizer so i bought a whole display für 110 on aliexpress... i even got 2... installed everything and... BLACK SCREEN. Well... got 2nd one you remember? Black Screen... So i took the old working display... nothing... &quot;battery might be bad......&quot; put back in the old one... nothing changes. <br /><br />When i press power i feel the vibration-motor, the power led flahes and i hear some weird 8bit like sounds when pressing the volume control or by touching the display. what have i done... <br /><br />Any suggestions? Bricked?<br /><br />-----------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Kurz nochmal auf deutsch:</p>

<p>habe beim besagten gerät akku und display tauschen wollen. nach dem wechsel beider komponenten reagiert das gerät zwar auf den power button aber das display bleibt schwarz. auch das alte display, welches nur einen glasbruch hat, bleibt aus. auch wenn ich den alten akku einsetze geht es nicht an. <br />Im hintergrund höre ich wenn ich die wippe drücke merkwürdige 8 bit sounds, auch wenn ich das display etwas mehr in den rahmen drücke. <br /><br />Jetzt habe ich (siehe kommentar) gesehen, dass mindestens 2 Federkontakte beschädigt bzw. einer ganz ab ist. Könnte das der Grund sein oder sind die nur für den wlan empfang?</p>

<p>⟐ Commented May 17, 2023 at 13:31 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 13:31:04 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Android Tablet: Battery not working want to change]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Battery is not working how tobget it replaced</p>

<p>⟐ Commented April 10, 2022 at 0:15 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2022 00:15:16 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet S: Does anyone have any instructions on how to replace the screen and LCD]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>This is a Sony Tablet S SGPT111GB/S. There seems to be a bubble of air between the glass screen and the LCD or it is a separation of the adhesive between them. I have located a replacement unit but there are no fitting instructions. Can get as far as the battery removal with existing Ifixit guides but after that I’ll be guessing, not a good way forward. Can anyone help? Photo attached showing screen problem, anyone else had this issue?</p>

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<p>⟐ Edited by author December 18, 2021 at 13:11 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Dec 2021 13:11:40 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Android Tablet: Sony Z3 tablet charging problem]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Hello.</p>

<p>I have a problem with charging circuit.</p>

<p>Firstly i had 5,0 V from the micro usb port (Then it was showing 1,35 Volts on battery + contact - which is low - Should be around 4,3 V?)</p>

<p>I removed the 6031 IC + 8620B0 and now i am getting only 0,7 volts from the micro usb.</p>

<p>Have anyone experienced something similar?</p>

<p>⟐ Commented December 16, 2021 at 8:56 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:56:49 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Need advice with repairing a Sony Xperia Tablet Z2's microUSB port]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Good afternoon! I was hoping to get some help regarding the possibility of me repairing my old Sony Xperia Tablet Z2 ( ignore the chosen device for the question, I picked it because Tablet Z2 wasn’t an option), since most of my devices are 7 years old and most repair people refuse to do anything about them. I do hope my questions are not stupid/ obvious, since I am pretty new to repairing mobile tech and my knowledge of electronics and physics is pretty limited (I am a software developer).</p>

<p>My Tablet Z2 has had a broken microUSB port for several years because the repairs person refused to repair it, saying that trying to repair it will likely break it. Looking back, I wonder if he either witheld something or was just too afraid, because I ended up finding a Tablet Z2 teardown video on the official Sony YT channel where it gets completely disassembled and reassembled, but regardless, my mother (it was her who presented me the tablet and she took it to repairs back then because I was busy in the university) believed him back then and kept yelling at me for even thinking something different ever since. I ended up buying a magnetic docking station for it to bypass the charging problems, and that is how I kept using it for several years, until recently.</p>

<p>Not long ago, the docking station stopped working when I accidentally spilt my coffee on it. Now when I try to place my tablet on it, I no longer feel the clicking sensation that usually allows me to understand that the thing is in place and charging. I came to a conclusion that this must be the problem with the docking station, and while I did manage to find replacement docks on a third-party site, this event made me reconsider the idea of repairing the microUSB port, since there may come a time when I may no longer find any replacement docks out there. While I did find the teardown video I mentioned above, I am quite confused regarding the repair videos and finding the replacement part.</p>

<p>I watched a few repair videos on the Sony Xperia Tablet Z, a previous model from the same line, and they featured the users replacing the broken microUSB port alongside the connector part (or whatever is that yellow thing attached to the metal port called). However, the teardown video I watched does not focus much on the microUSB port (only what is holding it together), and my searches for microUSB ports or repair videos specifically for Sony Xperia Tablet Z2 yield nothing. I also know that the placements of the microUSB port are different for most models in the line (as are the placements of most components), so I can’t just buy a part from another model and put it inside my Z2 tablet. I did manage to find a bunch of different metal USB jacks, including the microUSB one. Which in turn leads me to my first question: is the microUSB jack inseparable from the connector parts? Is it even possible to just grab the metallic part, somehow detach the broken one and reattach the healthy one? Or is there even a connector part in the Z2 tablet? I didn’t notice one in the video, though I do suspect it might have been due to the engineer not focusing on it. What kind of parts exactly should I look for for Z2 in particular?</p>

<p>My second question would be the choice of adhesive. The videos I have watched had people use double-sided tape to apply the new adhesive layer. I wonder if this is the right thing to do it, and if yes, which ones exactly should I be on the lookout for (I see different ones available for purchase, some thicker, but also boasting waterproof qualities, as well as the thinner ones). If not, what exactly should I look for?</p>

<p>Finally, is there anything else you would recommend me to pay attention to? Since I am a newbie in repairs, I suspect there might be something else that I overlooked. I’ve been warned about needing special screwdrivers already, since it seems that manufacturers like to put unique screws into their devices to complicate repairs for people outside the industry, but I bought a few sets of tools for electronics, and I guess I have to open it first to see what exactly I need (since the seems to be painfully few videos about Tablet Z2). What are the other important details in this type of repair that I should know?</p>

<p>Thank you for your help,</p>

<p>Eli</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 04:43:22 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Tablet won’t start]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Hello helpers</p>

<p>My Sony Xperia tablet Z had a problem with the charging port, after replacement the battery is now fully charged but the tablet wouldn’t start!!The only sign of life is when connecting the charging cable, so the screen stock in blank just after the logo screen and the 100% charged battery screen.</p>

<p><br /></p>

<p>I’ve tried all the ways to reboot it but nothing worked, power+vol up, power+vol down, power+ 2 volume buttons or even disconnecting the battery!!</p>

<p><br /></p>

<p>It seems like that the power button is not working! But even with connecting the power cable it’s not working!!</p>

<p><br /></p>

<p>Any idea</p>

<p>Thank you</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2020 20:39:35 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet S: Is there a way to update the version of Android?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>I have checked for software updates, and system is up to date. From the little knowledge I have a online research it seems many apps want Android version 4.1 or newer and this tablet has 4.0.3 (release5a). Is there a way to get a more up to date version so more apps can be supported? Many apps in the store say they arent supported by version.</p>

<p>Trying to get this old tablet going for my grandma to use, it's been sitting a while but still works! It is a Sony tablet Model SGPT111US/S</p>

<p>Any suggestions?</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2020 08:08:25 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet P: Need help identifying digitizer]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>I had to pick a device in order to ask this question so that’s not the device. In 2016 I bought a digitizer on Ebay. It turned out to be the wrong one and I kind of forgot about it. I found it again recently still in the package so I figured I would sell it on Ebay. Problem is I can’t identify What tablet it would work for. It has a two section connector one 30 and 40 on pins on one ribbon. No other identifying marks.</p>

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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2020 23:37:06 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Power light is on but LCD touch screen not working]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Hi there,</p>

<p>I bought new LCD touch screen but its not working even the power light is on !</p>

<p>I checked all connectors but nothing change..</p>]]></description>
<link>https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/481642/Power+light+is+on+but+LCD+touch+screen+not+working</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 May 2018 00:54:39 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Screen not going on]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>It's on but black screen .</p>]]></description>
<link>https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/420981/Screen+not+going+on</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2017 22:29:44 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet P: Why Sony Tablet P is not open]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>My sony tablet P is not opening</p>

<p>⟐ Answer deleted May 02, 2017 at 23:31 MST</p>]]></description>
<link>https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/395539/Why+Sony+Tablet+P+is+not+open</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2017 23:31:08 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Side Charging using Sony Dock has failed]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>I have charged my tablet through the Sony Docking stand for years with no trouble.  It has recently failed.  The dock is fine with voltage to the contacts and the contact mechanism operates correctly.  The problem is definitely with the tablet.  Is there a replacement part available for the side charging feature?</p>]]></description>
<link>https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/391186/Side+Charging+using+Sony+Dock+has+failed</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2017 08:03:38 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Screen replaced but new part is not turning on [updated LED behavior]]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>I broke my SGP311 screen display by dropping it. Glass was intact but LCD was not readable anymore because a lot of stripes appeared on the screen and you just could not see stuff. Then I bought a replacement part on Ebay and following <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DQpbjzKzQ8">this tutorial</a> I replaced the old screen with the new one and performed a test with the new replacement screen without gluing it in place and it is not working even though:</p>

<ul><li>when turning on, LED sequence executes properly.</li><li>even if the screen is black, I am sure the tablet is turned on at this point because my pc detects it via usb cable.</li><li>proper behavior also when turned off via power btn + vol up for 10 seconds.</li></ul>

<p>As said, the tablet was working with the old broken screen, but now it's completely black with the new part. I suppose this is a faulty replacement part problem?</p>

<p>'''UPDATE: when the tablet is left turned on, at some point like after 30s or 1min, a blue notification light blinks, which is what happens when I detach the flex cable that connects the LCD to the motherboard.</p>

<p>How can I tell it's a faulty LCD and not a faulty flex cable?'''</p>

<p>⟐ Edited by author February 02, 2017 at 1:57 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 01:57:34 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony XPERIA Tablet Z: Display won't turn on after replacement]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Hello!</p>

<p>I replace a display from a Xperia tablet Z and I tested it before installation. When I tested it everything is OK. I applied double face tape around the frame and I install the new display. I try to turn it on but the display won't show image.</p>

<p>PC recognize the tablet when I connected, I made a firmware upgrade, but the display won't work. I check all connections to logic board and everything looks good.</p>

<p>Please help me</p>

<p>⟐ Commented January 28, 2017 at 1:05 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2017 01:05:15 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet S: Tablet not recognizing charger adapter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>My tablet is no longer recognizing the factory charger. I keep getting a message that the adapter is incompatible. This is happening with both the charger directly and when I use the cradle. If it weren't recognizing the docking station it would be dead.</p>

<p>I've had the tablet for two years in December but it has been in use pretty much 24/7 for that amount of time since it also serves as my alarm clock.</p>

<p>I suspect that the charging port may be wearing out as the port insert for the cradle was put in each night and the charging cable at some point most days. I don't see anything on your site for repairing this. The battery condition reads good when I check the status in settings.</p>

<p>Do you think my analysis is incorrect.</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2016 11:16:25 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Android Tablet: cannot get beyond the battery charge screen]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>My tablet was not charging. I changed the charging port and it charged the tablet. But I cannot get beyond the charging battery screen. Any help. My tablet is now 100% charged.</p>]]></description>
<link>https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/331630/cannot+get+beyond+the+battery+charge+screen</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Aug 2016 04:37:27 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet P: Why won't my top touch screen work?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The week I got my AT&amp;T Sony Tablet I was just playing a game on it and the top screen stopped being touch screen. The bottom screen still works but I can't do anything on it without both working. I was told a wire could have been pinched where it folds since only one screen isn't working properly. Both screens work as far as viewing stufd but I can't click anything on the top. I've taken it to get it fixed but no one has any idea because they've never seen one. I'm about to leave for deployment and wanted to take it with, please help!</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jan 2016 08:32:40 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Android Tablet: Not Vibrating on normal settings]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Xperia Tablet not vibrating</p>

<p>⟐ Edited December 10, 2015 at 16:11 MST</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2015 16:11:04 -0700</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Sony Tablet S: I need same help]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<p>My Sony Xperia S SGPT121 is stuck on the blue flame. When I power it on it shows the Sony Screen, then the Xperia Screen, than the blue flame running from left to right... and this continues for hours. I can force a shut-down by pressing the power button for 10 seconds.</p>

<p>I tried the factory reset (Volume-up + Power-on, release Power-on at Sony Screen) but it is not going to the setup screen. It has no effect at all - simply going from Sony Screen to Xperia Screen to blue flame....</p>]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2015 02:51:11 -0700</pubDate>
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