Checking the internal battery status..22 Related service information .......23 Security ............... 23 Power management .......... 23 Activating/Deactivating the Display ..23 Lenovo PHAB Plus........24 Specifications ............. 24 Components location ........26 Front view ............ 26 Rear view ............27 Parts list ..............
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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus 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.
• “Parts list” on page 28 • “FRU replacement notices” on page 32 • “Removing and replacing an FRU” on page 33 Specifications The following table lists the specifications of the Lenovo PHAB Plus. Table 1. Specifications Feature Description Size & Weight Size •...
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Ports • Micro-USB (USB 2.0), 5-pin • Audio Jack, 3.5mm (support Audio and Microphone) • Dual micro SIM card slot Communication • WiFi: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac • GSM/EDGE: Band 2/3/5/8 • WCDMA: Band 1/2/5/8 • CDMA/EVDO: Band CO (China Market only) •...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list This section presents the following service parts: • “FRUs list” on page 28 • “Screws list” on page 31 FRUs list...
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 PHAB Plus 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 PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1010 Rear cover with speaker Insert a SIM eject tool or an uncoiled paperclip to eject the SIM card tray from slot. Figure 1-1. Inserting a SIM eject tool into SIM card tray hole 2.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus 3. Hold the phone in one hand and use a suction cup to pull up the rear cover. Figure 1-3. Using a suction cup to pull up the front module 4. Slowly remove the rear cover. Figure 1-4. The removed rear cover with speaker...
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual To further remove the speaker box, continue with the following steps: 5. Detach the speaker from its seat on the rear cover using a pair of tweezers. Figure 1-5. Detaching the spearker from its seat...
Lenovo PHAB Plus 1020 Battery pack For access, remove the following FRU: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 Rechargeable Battery Notice CAUTION: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. When replacing the lithium battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that is recommended by the manufacturer.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 2. Remove the battery pack. Figure 2-2. Removing the battery pack Figure 2-3. The removed battery pack...
Lenovo PHAB Plus 1030 SIM Board For access, remove the following FRU: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 Detach the following FPC from the main board: • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 37 in “1020 Battery pack”) 1.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 2. Remove screws at the positions shown in the figure below. Figure 3-2. Removing the screws on the SIM board Part No. Screw (quantity) Color Torque Phillips cross head screw, M1.4 × 2.38(3) Black 3.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Figure 3-4. The removed SIM board...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1040 Rear camera For access, remove the following FRU: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 Detach the following FPC from the main board: • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 37 in “1020 Battery pack”) 1.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Figure 4-3. The removed rear camera...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1050 Front camera For access, remove the following FRU: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 Detach the following FPC from the main board: • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 37 in “1020 Battery pack”) 1.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus 3. Remove the front camera. Figure 5-3. Removing the front camera Figure 5-4. The removed front camera...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1060 Power and volume key FPC For access, remove the following FRUs: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 Detach the following FPC from the main board: • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 37 in “1020 Battery pack”) 1.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Figure 6-3. The removed power and volume key FPC...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1070 Main board For access, remove the following FRUs: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 37 • “1040 Rear camera” on page 42 • “1050 Front camera” on page 44 Detach the following FPC from the main board: •...
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Lenovo PHAB Plus 2. Unlock the connector of the LCD FPC on the main board using a triangle paddle. Figure 7-2. Unlocking the connector of the LCD FPC 3. Pull out the LCD FPC from its connector on the main board.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Detach the connector of the main FPC from the main board using a pair of tweezers. Figure 7-4. Detaching the connector of the main FPC on the main baord 5. Remove screws at the positions as shown in the figure below.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus 6. Lift up the main board assembly and remove it as shown in the figure below. Figure 7-6. Removing the main board assembly Figure 7-7. The removed the main board assembly...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1080 Receiver For access, remove the following FRUs in order: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 37 • “1040 Rear camera” on page 42 • “1050 Front camera” on page 44 •...
Lenovo PHAB Plus 1090 Vibrator motor For access, remove the following FRU: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 1. Disconnect the battery FPC from its connector on the main board using a pair of tweezers. Figure 9-1. Disconnecting the battery FPC 2.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 3. Remove the vibrator motor from its seat. Figure 9-3. Removing the vibrator motor Figure 9-4. The removed vibrator motor...
Lenovo PHAB Plus 1100 Sub board For access, remove the following FRUs: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 • “1090 Vibrator motor” on page 53 Detach the following FPC from the main board: • Battery FPC (see Step 1 on page 37 in “1020 Battery pack”) 1.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 3. Remove screws at the positions shown in the figure below. Figure 10-3. The screws on the sub board Part No. Screw (quantity) Color Torque Phillips cross head screw, M1.4 × 2.38 (2) Black 4.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Figure 10-5. The removed sub board...
Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 1110 LCD FPC For access, remove the following FRUs in order: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 37 • “1100 Sub board” on page 55 1.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus 3. Remove the conductive fabric tape. Figure 11-3. Removing the conductive fabric tape 4. Unlock the connector of the LCD FPC on the front module of the phone using a triangle paddle. Figure 11-4. Unlocking the connector of the LCD FPC on the front module (sub board side)
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Remove the LCD FPC from its connector on the front module. Figure 11-5. Pulling out the LCD FPC (sub board side) Figure 11-6. The removed LCD FPC...
Lenovo PHAB Plus 1120 Main FPC For access, remove the following FRUs in order: • “1010 Rear cover with speaker” on page 34 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 37 1. Detach the connector of the main FPC from the main board.
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Lenovo PHAB Plus Hardware Maintenance Manual Figure 12-3. The removed main FPC...
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