Introduction
The guide is written so the device's microphone can be replaced if it no longer picks up sound.
You will need an opening tool for removing the cover and a soldering kit for removing the wires.
What you need
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Start by bending the tablet back at the top white-colored portion to expose an opening between the back cover and the tablet body.
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Wedge a plastic opening tool into the opening and push it down to force the back cover off.
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Move along the top edge of the tablet and repeat the step above.
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Pull the back cover away from the tablet body to completely remove it.
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The microphone is located in the bottom center of the tablet.
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Remove the black tape holding the wires down.
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Remove the black tape holding the microphone in place.
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The microphone is now exposed and can be gently pulled out of the socket.
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You will need a soldering/desoldering kit to desolder the 2 leads where the microphone connects to the circuit board.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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