Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 Teardown
In this guide, I will explain how to disassemble the Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 to remove the back cover, speakers, battery, camera, and motherboard.
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Specifications:
OS: Android 5.1 (MIUI)
Processor: Intel Atom X5-Z8500 quad-core processor, up to 2.2GHz
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
Memory: 2GB LPDDR3 dual channel
Storage: 16GB/64GB eMMC4.5
Battery: 6190mAh Lithium-ion Polymer battery
Charging: 10W
Screen: 7.9-inch IPS screen, resolution of 2048 x 1536, 326 ppi
Camera: 8MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, 5MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture
We have prepared a set of tools, including a screwdriver set, a cleaning cloth, a suction cup, and a heat gun. Because the heat gun is too big, we did not take it to the picture.
Remove the two screws next to the Micro USB port.
Lift the back cover a little bit, insert the guitar pick, and slide it along the edge to release all the clips.
Under the back cover, you can access the battery, speakers, and motherboard.
Remove the four screws securing the speakers and use tweezers to remove them from the body.
The characters MC151014.E1 are printed on the speaker, which are presumed to be the production date of the item.
This step should remove the battery because the battery cable is also connected to the motherboard, so we remove the motherboard cover first. There are ten screws securing the cover.
Under the cover, you can access the motherboard and camera.
Disconnect the battery connector from the motherboard.
Now, heat the battery for 2 minutes and then remove it.
The Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 features a 6010mAh, 23.08Wh Li-polymer battery, and the part number is BM61.
USB Type-C and LCD cable
1. Volume and power button cable
2. Rear camera
3. Front camera
4. Light sensor
The light sensor and button cable are glued to the phone body, so you need to use a heat gun to heat them. Then, you can easily remove them.
8MP rear camera and 5MP front camera
Only the processor metal shield can be removed, and the other metal shields are soldered directly to the motherboard.
After removing the metal shield, we found thermal grease covering the processor. After removing the thermal grease, you can access the Atom X5-Z8500 processor and two ELPIDA memory chips.
Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 internal parts
Hello. I saw your Mi Pad 2 disassembly page. Can the RAM be removed and replaced with a higher-capacity RAM?
I would like to know if the RAM can be replaced as well.
The memory chip is welded to the motherboard, so you can not upgrade the memory.
Would it be possible to install a very small thumb drive or memory card inside? Maybe wire it to the USB port and even use a USB hub?
Unless someone finds some pads that carry a USB port, this will not be possible. The space is also very tight, so it is unlikely to find space to fit one.
Could you please inform me which is the BIOS chip? I have bricked my device, and I have to reprogram the BIOS chip or buy another to replace it.
Heat the battery? What does it mean?
Because the battery is fixed with glue, we need to heat it slightly to remove the battery more easily.
Do you know where I can buy a screen replacement for the Xiaomi Mi Pad 2?
Please try to search for it on eBay.com.
Thank you for the very useful information. Please show me where the test points are on the mainboard of the Mi Pad 2.
My Mi Pad 2 has stopped charging, and it does not respond when plugged in. Is this due to battery damage or charging port damage?
Mine still powers up if the charger is plugged in, even if the battery is bad. I’m not sure if it’s totally dead (0 volts).