Hi,
I would like to disassemble the Nook and use it without the battery. I have seen some tear down tutorials and does not seem very complicated but before I could start I would like to know if anyone hastried it.
Of course the Nook would have to have a power source (well duh :cyclops but I was thinking that the power would be provided by the charger. (Power on with charger connected / power off once done)
What you guys think?
It's very possible since the Nook can be used while charging. I have several "battery powered“ devices that will now only work off the charger because they are so old, the battle is completely dead.
shadowhumper said:
Hi,
I would like to disassemble the Nook and use it without the battery. I have seen some tear down tutorials and does not seem very complicated but before I could start I would like to know if anyone hastried it.
Of course the Nook would have to have a power source (well duh :cyclops but I was thinking that the power would be provided by the charger. (Power on with charger connected / power off once done)
What you guys think?
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I believe Adam Outler (check developer section for some of his work) did this and had a video. There are instructions on the web about how to do this, it has been disassembled to recover mac address.
Good Luck
Lars for tobdaryl
this looks like a good link
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nook-Tablet-Teardown/7121/1
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The thing is, when I use the Nook connected to the plug the screen response and also other things work much worse. Don't know if its the same to everybody.
ranho acido said:
The thing is, when I use the Nook connected to the plug the screen response and also other things work much worse. Don't know if its the same to everybody.
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speaking as bench tech, get yourself a couple ( cheap ), electrolytic, 100 micro farad capacitors and hook them in parallel, across the input. !!! mind the polarity !!! it'll act as a resevour .
http://datasheets.maxim-ic.com/en/ds/MAX8903A-MAX8903Y.pdf
"Instant On—Works with No/Low Battery"
The problem is stock uboot I think, it'll probably lockup telling that battery is too low to powerup. Can't tell for sure.
Rebellos said:
http://datasheets.maxim-ic.com/en/ds/MAX8903A-MAX8903Y.pdf
"Instant On—Works with No/Low Battery"
The problem is stock uboot I think, it'll probably lockup telling that battery is too low to powerup. Can't tell for sure.
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maxim always makes the coolest stuff. and they've been doing it for many years. i think it's because the chip design engineers started ( own ) the company, so when the chip does good, the engineers get rich ! ! ! ( and the prima donna, marketing yahoos don't )
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Hey guys I'm a noob here and am expecting my ATP to arrive any moment now.. I have been on the forum reading all of the positives and negatives about the ATP. (BTW I have 3 Children and I think i'm more nervous now then when they were born..) Can someone give me a quick guide on what I should do/look for when I first un-box the baby...
For example. Should I charge the ATP fully before performing the setup?
Check to see if there is a Serial Number?
Which root process would you advise me to use?
A) Root into HC then use Rootkeeper , then update to ICS
B) Update to ICS then root using viperboys method.
Thanks in advance...Virtual Cigars for everyone..
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Hey guys I'm a noob here and am expecting my ATP to arrive any moment now.. I have been on the forum reading all of the positives and negatives about the ATP. (BTW I have 3 Children and I think i'm more nervous now then when they were born..) Can someone give me a quick guide on what I should do/look for when I first un-box the baby...
For example. Should I charge the ATP fully before performing the setup?
Check to see if there is a Serial Number?
Which root process would you advise me to use
A) Root into HC then use Rootkeeper , then update to ICS
B) Update to ICS then root using viperboys method.
Thanks in advance...Virtual Cigars for everyone..
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have it charging. you can still use it plugged up. I would say update to ICS first. then you could use viper prime time to root. then if you want viperboy just released Viper control to allow for overclocking.
Before all that though check to make site you have serial number. if no rush or need to root immediately, then just sit back and enjoy the device as of is out the box after you upgrade to ICS. no need to rush things. Layback n da Maybach n enjoy your new toy. Rooting and overclocking will always be here.
I'd hate for you to get device. then rush all of this and next thing you know something gets messed up. Let the Prime experience set in first. Then begin the Modding.
So in other words your saying breathe. I Thank you for your advice there is so much information floating around that its hard to keep up.
Crap. I was writing this nice long reply and Demandarin jumped in and told you the same things, sort of LOL! He is right though. As I say reduce your risks while enjoying the tablet...Here's what I had said:
Why not wait until you are succesfuly updated to iCS to root It's not a problem to root beforehand, but you always lessen the chances of something going wrong by going stock where possible. A lott of folks got slammed with reboot loops when they updated to ICS, but I saw no connection to rooting that was obvious. I am just advising what I would do personally to reduce risk.
Also, first thing: Check that serial number. Not on the box, but if you've been reading you will know to look in settings, about tablet, status. If you have an "Unknown" (and there were a fair nuumber of these,though I am not trying to make you MORE nervous, LOL!) If THATS good, then start charging ASAP. If your OOTB experience is like mine, the unit will boot when you plug in to charge. Let it get upa ways before doing the IC Update (Requires 15%, but again, for less risk, I like a fully or mostly charged unit for these operations. You can play with it while charging so you won't be sitting on your hands, LOL.
Finally, plug the charger in "Upside down" (Asus Logo upside down) Not all are like this, but all 4 TF101's and the 2 Primes I have had, if you plug in with the charger facing up (and wide blade wall socket on left, the charger does not have polarity forcing plug) you will feel a slight charge, like a buzz running throughout all metal parts of the Prime. I an not sure WHY this exists for most people at least here in US, but Asus supposedly redesigned the charger twice to no effect. Also, I don't think it is necessarily harmful, all I know is I don't like it. We have some sensitive circuits, and flash ram in these, so a current running over the casing, no matter how small cannot be a good thing.
I think it's the AllSpark, LOL! Enjoy your new "baby" I hope he/she doesn't grow up to disappoint you.
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Crap. I was writing this nice long reply and Demandarin jumped in and told you the same things, sort of LOL! He is right though. As I say reduce your risks while enjoying the tablet...Here's what I had said:
Why not wait until you are succesfuly updated to iCS to root It's not a problem to root beforehand, but you always lessen the chances of something going wrong by going stock where possible. A lott of folks got slammed with reboot loops when they updated to ICS, but I saw no connection to rooting that was obvious. I am just advising what I would do personally to reduce risk.
Also, first thing: Check that serial number. Not on the box, but if you've been reading you will know to look in settings, about tablet, status. If you have an "Unknown" (and there were a fair nuumber of these,though I am not trying to make you MORE nervous, LOL!) If THATS good, then start charging ASAP. If your OOTB experience is like mine, the unit will boot when you plug in to charge. Let it get upa ways before doing the IC Update (Requires 15%, but again, for less risk, I like a fully or mostly charged unit for these operations. You can play with it while charging so you won't be sitting on your hands, LOL.
Finally, plug the charger in "Upside down" (Asus Logo upside down) Not all are like this, but all 4 TF101's and the 2 Primes I have had, if you plug in with the charger facing up (and wide blade wall socket on left, the charger does not have polarity forcing plug) you will feel a slight charge, like a buzz running throughout all metal parts of the Prime. I an not sure WHY this exists for most people at least here in US, but Asus supposedly redesigned the charger twice to no effect. Also, I don't think it is necessarily harmful, all I know is I don't like it. We have some sensitive circuits, and flash ram in these, so a current running over the casing, no matter how small cannot be a good thing.
I think it's the AllSpark, LOL! Enjoy your new "baby" I hope he/she doesn't grow up to disappoint you.
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Blame it on Thumb Keyboard..lmao I can type very fast with it
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Blame it on Thumb Keyboard..lmao I can type very fast with it
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Ya bastid!! Keep beating me to punch, and it's not the thumb keyboard,as I have the dock on here.. You just too quick fo me... hehe! That's cool I would rather see folks stumbling over each other trying to help than the ***** and moan sessions that we have had for most of the last 3 weeks!
No Prime yet...The anticipation is killing me. Its been "Out for Delivery" since 6:32Am. Is there any way to induce UPS?
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No Prime yet...The anticipation is killing me. Its been "Out for Delivery" since 6:32Am. Is there any way to induce UPS?
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Man, I know the feeling. I had the day off, intentionally. My UPS deliveries typically come between 12-1, and this was no exception. Heck, I was so excited I made my own unboxing video... (didn't post it, though. There PLENTY of those. Of course, don't get your hopes up on the GPS either. Not trying to rain on your parade, really. Easy fix is Bluetooth Tethering to a GPS receiver. Amazon has some used ones for $10-20 . Problem solved, if you want GPS for Copilot or anything.
ATP Baby Born 4:09pm eastern standard time..Had its first feeding (ICS) of course. A slight light bleed on right side not anything big, has serial number, updates are all on and its running well. Will update after I can finish the wellness check.
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No Prime yet...The anticipation is killing me. Its been "Out for Delivery" since 6:32Am. Is there any way to induce UPS?
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Same here usually my UPS comes between 2-3 but nooooo yesterday he came at 6:30 I was livid the whole day sitting upstairs staring out the window at the road around 3 for over a hr lol
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So I received a message that the firmware update was ready to download and install, so i let that happen, the android figure popped up with its its blue symbol indicating that the update was installing. When the progress bar finished, my prime turned off, and isn't turning back on!
Before updating, i had more than 50% battery without dock. So I don't think that my battery failed during the update!
I charged it for about 7 hours, but it's full not turning on..
I've tried volume down power button, i just get vibration after 10 secs.. Then nothing.. even poked the reset hole. Nothing happens!
Is my device bricked?! When it charges, the light comes on
I have very important files on my device, is it possible to extract from internal storage?
NO," Update seems to have screwed prime" is not correct. You screwed up the update.....Thousands have probably used the update successfully.
Was the boot unlocker installed? If so, you can't use the OTA update.
If it was the ota, probably should call Asus...
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No bootloader thing a magicha, no root, just a normal tablet
My main concern is the files on it. Are they recoverable?
Or any known troubleshoot to overcome this dilemma?
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No bootloader thing a magicha, no root, just a normal tablet
My main concern is the files on it. Are they recoverable?
Or any known troubleshoot to overcome this dilemma?
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For crying out loud....there are a number of different threads about "bricked" primes.
Why don't you just browse the threads....or do a search
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For crying out loud....there are a number of different threads about "bricked" primes.
Why don't you just browse the threads....or do a search
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Dude..
CLEARLY I AM NOT SURE IF IT IS BRICKED HENCE WHY I ASKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Is my device bricked?! When it charges, the light comes on
I have very important files on my device, is it possible to extract from internal storage?
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If you think that what my description so far (not turning on, full charged, getting feedback when charging, holding power button for 10secs, connecting to pc but failing to install drivers..), is definitely bricked, without further ado, as per your protocol, i shall move on to another post about recovering the tablet.
However, in the mean time, does anyone firstly know if my files are able to be recovered?
that is all i really care about... !
I would just like to say congratulations on randomly poking something into the microphone, you should really check before doing things blindly.
Second, the OTA does seem to have bricked your prime, due to no fault of your own, the device will not allow you to initiate an update if the battery level is below the minimum required levels. I would call Asus and initiate an RMA.
it wasn't the microphone - it was the reset button.
i suspect sending it back to asus means, i lose all my files?!
Gabroo said:
it wasn't the microphone - it was the reset button.
i suspect sending it back to asus means, i lose all my files?!
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Sending it back will mean that yes
Gabroo said:
it wasn't the microphone - it was the reset button.
i suspect sending it back to asus means, i lose all my files?!
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It is possible that if you are able to drain the battery to absolute zero (I realise that this will take a long time of simply trying to switch it on over and over again) you may then be able to initiate a charge and it will magically come back to life.
I know that this seems ridiculous, but this exact procedure is known to have helped many users in your very same situation with earlier updates.
Perhaps sticking some tape over the power button to keep it constantly pressed down will aid you in getting the battery to zero.
This would be my first suggestion. If this still does not help. RMA is the only option. I would suggest that when you call ASUS about an RMA that you state categorically that the files are of extreme importance. They probably won't be able to help on that side, but it is worth asking about.
found 1 thread with the exact thing :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1492551
but they didnt have a solution lol..
but, i did see that when plugging my atp into the pc, results it in
device manager showing" APX", but there are no drivers found. any significance there?
its hard to drain the battery. dont know how to do it fast. i dont think taping power button down will do anything :\. once u hold it for 10secs, itll vibrate, but then it wont do anything. so pretty much you need something, a machine, which will retract and contract every 10seconds.. and that aint happening !
so i gotta do it by hand i think
also called up asus and person tried the volume down reset, i knew it wasnt going to work but yeah, im sending it in tomorrow. but i still wanna see if i can drain and get it to start up!
Gabroo said:
found 1 thread with the exact thing :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1492551
but they didnt have a solution lol..
but, i did see that when plugging my atp into the pc, results it in
device manager showing" APX", but there are no drivers found. any significance there?
its hard to drain the battery. dont know how to do it fast. i dont think taping power button down will do anything :\. once u hold it for 10secs, itll vibrate, but then it wont do anything. so pretty much you need something, a machine, which will retract and contract every 10seconds.. and that aint happening !
so i gotta do it by hand i think
also called up asus and person tried the volume down reset, i knew it wasnt going to work but yeah, im sending it in tomorrow. but i still wanna see if i can drain and get it to start up!
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Did you drop it? or hit against anything? if you computer detects it and everything, try plugging the micro HDMI to a TV and if you get a image. Most likely your screen connection is loose.
nup didnt drop it .
just upgraded and then it didnt turn back on..
just trying to drain battery now :\
i have tried hdmi, nothing comes out. .. :S
Hey there,
I have a question towards XDA devs. I myself am not a dev, but just a hobbyist.
I got a small tablet already managed to run transmission(client) port with web interface on it.
Its a JXD S18 (cheapest device on the www). And it gets stuck/looped just after the manufacturer logo (logo.img) i guess this is the bootloader what in case i already have extracted..
Can someone point me to the right direction i would like to know more about
Code:
system.img
/system/resource/battery_pic
#is there any way to get rid of the entire function that checks the bat levels and displays the battery_pic when bat level below <x> % after the ?bootloader??
Where this function is used and if there is an easy way to just get rid of this battery level check on boot
The reason why i want to do this is because i want to make a small server out of the device and i don't need the battery anymore.
However the device does not turn on without battery.... It loops infinite at the battery_pic image as if its charging the battery.
If i hook up a battery to it i can still get it running but this is so... Clumsy and takes me 2 minutes to get it working. And if the lithium ion battery is empty i need to charge it first to get the device working... I added a small switch between the battery. So when started and running on usb power i can switch off the battery.
I would appreciate it if somebody can point me to the right direction.
Thanks
Can nobody answer my question or did the right person not visited my topic who can answer it?
If somebody is willing to spend some time on helping me, i would appreciate it a lot. Since i have no idea where to look.
Hi! I've noticed you were asking for help in the other thread. Sorry it's been months ago
Do you think you can connect the power to the former battery pads on the PCB? I would try to use USB 5V output with one silicone diode 1N4007 in series.
Not sure if there's already a thread for this or if someone else has experienced this problem, but the issue that I'm having is that my nook won't power up fully (and remain on) unless it's plugged in. As soon as I remove it from the charger, it shuts down. Otherwise, it functions 100% on charger.
Any ideas how to fix it? Or is this the end for my beloved nook? I'd really love to not be tethered by the charger all the time.
It's an 8gb running CM11 Snapshot 8, if it could perhaps be a software issue, but I'm really not sure.
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Not sure if there's already a thread for this or if someone else has experienced this problem, but the issue that I'm having is that my nook won't power up fully (and remain on) unless it's plugged in. As soon as I remove it from the charger, it shuts down. Otherwise, it functions 100% on charger.
Any ideas how to fix it? Or is this the end for my beloved nook? I'd really love to not be tethered by the charger all the time.
It's an 8gb running CM11 Snapshot 8, if it could perhaps be a software issue, but I'm really not sure.
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Maybe it´s just a dead battery.
you can buy online, and there´s a bunch of videos of how to replace. it´s a straightforward process.
rpadula said:
Maybe it´s just a dead battery.
you can buy online, and there´s a bunch of videos of how to replace. it´s a straightforward process.
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Yeah, I saw a thread about it and I'm going to try that. Hopefully it does the trick.
I bought my Huawei MediaPad M5 8.4" android tablet back in 2019. It has given me almost no issues other than it started to slow down recently.
Before a trip I took, I fully charged it, powered it off, and put it in my bag. This was on a Thursday. A few days later on Sunday I went to use it and it would not power on. Plugging it into multiple known good chargers does nothing. It is showing zero signs of life (no vibration, no screen power). There is zero physical damage that I can see - no bends or cracks or anything. And the USB-C port still feels solid.
I've tried...
Holding the power button for 15-20+ seconds.
Holding the power button and volume down for 15-20+ seconds.
Holding the power button and volume up for 15-20+ seconds.
Holding the power button and volume up+down for 15-20+ seconds.
Tried charging it with multiple known good chargers.
Tried leaving it plugged into known good chargers for hours.
Tried the button combos above while plugged in.
Tried wiggling the power button, volume rocker, and the physical "home" "button" in case they were stuck and causing issues...
Even tried flipping the USB-C cable...
Tried adding some very light pressure to the power cable (like up/down/left/right) to see if it would give me a sign that the charging port was loose.
Have tried googling it, a lot, but seems like no one else has run into this issue.
I've tried all of the above many many times, on different days just hoping for any signs of life and got nothing.
Anyone else run into this and figure out what the issue is?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions/advice!
First off hats off to you for posting the perfect model of how to troubleshoot and then post your experience!
Sad to say I don't have / haven't had this issue. But I do want to ask obvious questions (at the pain of seeming obtuse) and propose one more (probably futile) step and one possibly fruitful.
Questions:
- You've wisely tried swapping chargers. Have you tried multiple cables? (I bet you did.) And did you try both USB-A to USB-C and USB-C to USB-C cables?
- Can I safely assume that when you call a charger a known good one have you used the same cable and charger combo with a different Android device (such as a USB-C equipped phone) to attempt charging the tablet?
- Do you feel as though the power button is actually moving when you press it?
Suggestions:
Try using a toothpick immersed in rubbing alcohol and gently probe around the USB connector. (Maybe there's some dust or crud blocking the contacts.)
This seems dopey but how long have you plugged in using a known good charger? I have succeeded with a hoplelessly old Samsung S3 and Nexus 7 tablet by leaving them charging for 24 hours.
In each case I walked away from the seemingly defunct device with a sense of resignation and disgust. Boy was I surprised to see that they were alive again! In those cases the devices had weak batteries and it took massive charging to get them to boot again-- and the battery life was poor once they actually booted. (My Nexus 7 is on my desk here begging to be put out of it's misery. It has a replacement screen, so it's been through rough times.)
FYI:
You mention that the tablet was gradually slowing down. If you ultimately succeed in breathing life back into it: have you periodically cleared the cache partition by booting into recovery. (I have to bet you did 'cause you have tested with the volume up + power key combination in troubleshooting.)
P.S.
I have also had mine since 2019. I have not noticed any significant degradation of battery life or unusual decline in performance. Periodic cache clearing has helped me. (And I think that silly defrag notication is probably an act of superstition. But I do let it function anyhow.)
Even if nothing I've said turns your day into sunshine, I hope at least it's reassuring that you're not screaming into the dark alone. Feel free to ask for more ideas if you have any more evidence to work with.
1st - Thanks for the quick reply! Definitely appreciate it!
- You've wisely tried swapping chargers. Have you tried multiple cables? (I bet you did.) And did you try both USB-A to USB-C and USB-C to USB-C cables?
- Can I safely assume that when you call a charger a known good one have you used the same cable and charger combo with a different Android device (such as a USB-C equipped phone) to attempt charging the tablet?
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Yeah, tried different cables and power adapters and wall outlets. All are known to be good by plugging my phone in and getting it to charge. I did not try a USB-C to USB-C - I actually don't think I own one, hah. If I come across one I'll give it a try and update if that fixes it. Kinda tempted to go find one - maybe the extra juice will give it the extra kick it needs?? I've seen weirder things...
- Do you feel as though the power button is actually moving when you press it?
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Yes. All of the buttons still have that tactile/responsive/click feel when pushing it in.
Try using a toothpick immersed in rubbing alcohol and gently probe around the USB connector. (Maybe there's some dust or crud blocking the contacts.)
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Good idea! Will give this a try but currently out of rubbing alcohol. I did try (and forgot to list even tho I did this whilst making the list) using some compressed air around the buttons and around the charging port (making sure to keep the can up-right so I'm not freezing anything)
This seems dopey but how long have you plugged in using a known good charger? I have succeeded with a hoplelessly old Samsung S3 and Nexus 7 tablet by leaving them charging for 24 hours.
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I didn't leave it plugged in overnight since the tablet isn't functioning properly and don't want to leave it charging whilst I'm sleeping in case it shorts or whatever. But I did have it on the charger, multiple times, for 2-6(?) hours at a time. It is plugged in now.
You mention that the tablet was gradually slowing down. If you ultimately succeed in breathing life back into it: have you periodically cleared the cache partition by booting into recovery. (I have to bet you did 'cause you have tested with the volume up + power key combination in troubleshooting.)
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I have not cleared the cache partition via recovery. IF I get this thing alive again, will give it a try. I only mentioned it to highlight how little issues I've had and how completely out of the blue this no power issue is.
(And I think that silly defrag notication is probably an act of superstition. But I do let it function anyhow.)
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Lol, yes. "We have cleared up 42kb of defragmented files" ... thanks MediaPad! /s lol
Even if nothing I've said turns your day into sunshine, I hope at least it's reassuring that you're not screaming into the dark alone. Feel free to ask for more ideas if you have any more evidence to work with.
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Thanks again! I really appreciate you! The world needs more of you!!
I can report to have had the exact same issue with my Huawei MediaPad M5 8.4", battery went empty when the device was in the bag over a weekend, and I have not been successful in recharging or starting the device with any of the trouble shooting given in the above messages. The USB-C connector on the device doesn't feel any looser than on any other USB-C device that I own, and all the other devices recharge from all of the charger + cable -combinations that I've tried on this device.
Same device, same problem. Have tried all the above with no joy. Wondering if the battery has gone into deep drain so currently trying 4.2v @ 600mah 'trickle' for 24 hours. My device was new 1/1/20. Best tablet I've owned for performance, display resolution, battery life () and aesthetics. Damn shame if dead. There is a useful teardown vid here here but I can't find a replacement battery anywhere. If I have any luck on any front I'll post back.
Hello,
Same problem with same tablet. I've tried to replace battery and USB c connector and my tablet doesn't start.
I've tried many cables, many adapters, nothing work...
Did you find a solution with your problem?
@KindaIrish Did you find a solution?
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@KindaIrish Did you find a solution?
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Sadly no. If you or anyone does, I'd love to resurrect it!
Thank you for your answer. I've tried to change USB port and battery and still not working. I will test with another battery (the seller will send me another one).
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Hello,
Same problem with same tablet. I've tried to replace battery and USB c connector and my tablet doesn't start.
I've tried many cables, many adapters, nothing work...
Did you find a solution with your problem?
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You even replaced the battery AND USB-C connector and that didn't give it any life?!? That's surprising to me! Thanks for trying that and reporting results... the mystery continues...
A buddy of mine mentioned another piece of hardware that could have failed, I'll report back if he remembers what that was.
@etraga When you had it open, you obviously didn't see anything bad but did you take a real good close look around specifically checking for any signs of a short or corrosion or anything like that? Sometimes they are not always obvious or easy to see.
Two Questions for everyone having this issue:
1 - When was the last time your device worked? For me it was a few days before my original post; around March 24, 2022. Curious if all of ours died at basically the same time, but maybe didn't try using it for a few weeks/months?
2 - What country are you located? USA for me. Asking because I wonder if there is ANY relation to the Huawei ban in the US. Highly doubtful, but at this point who knows...
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You even replaced the battery AND USB-C connector and that didn't give it any life?!? That's surprising to me! Thanks for trying that and reporting results... the mystery continues...
A buddy of mine mentioned another piece of hardware that could have failed, I'll report back if he remembers what that was.
@etraga When you had it open, you obviously didn't see anything bad but did you take a real good close look around specifically checking for any signs of a short or corrosion or anything like that? Sometimes they are not always obvious or easy to see.
Two Questions for everyone having this issue:
1 - When was the last time your device worked? For me it was a few days before my original post; around March 24, 2022. Curious if all of ours died at basically the same time, but maybe didn't try using it for a few weeks/months?
2 - What country are you located? USA for me. Asking because I wonder if there is ANY relation to the Huawei ban in the US. Highly doubtful, but at this point who knows...
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Yes I've replaced both, I found a battery from Deutschland and USB-c connector from China on AliExpress. Maybe one of them don't work, it's really weird...
I didn't find anything special when I open the tablet.
I'm from France and my tablet doesn't work since May or June.
Found this thread after replacing the battery of a Huawei AGS-W09 MediaPad did not change the symptoms:
Red LED is on, close to the selfie cam when plugged into charger.
LED goes dark when disconnected.
No other form of life provokable from the machine.
Last summer (I think it was August 2022) I realized a sharp drop in battery capacity that soon resulted in the status quo described above.
Pretty sure a battery change should fix it, but no, it didn't. Just saw naive me got the battery from Aliexpress, however, so maybe I got a bad one.
Your symptoms are little bit different aren't they?
FYI: I'm located in Austria, central Europe
Here another one , Huawei Mediapad 8.4 SHT_W09 . It wont turn in anymore
i was busy with loading a stock rom from Sd Card, but i think it had a lack off power, i had it frequently on the charger.
It was functioning well but i was playing around with other roms
It was unlocked and by far a great tablet, very solid and no loose connector or something like that
if i connect it to my pc i can hear that the USB connects.
hope to bring it alive and kicking...
Hans from Netherlands