Baklight dead

[Ross01]

I have an XDA2 which works perfectly except the back light does not work. I dropped it in water. everything has returned ok except the backlight. the software is ok but I think that the bulb or what ever lights is broken. Any one know how to open up the XDA2 and if so how do I get the particular item?

[cruisin-thru]

It is quite easy to open the xda 2. You need a number 6 torx screwdriver and a small crosshead jewellers screwdriver. One of the screws is under the sticker bottom left of xda2. The top black plastic cover can be popped off. Once the screws are out you will need to get a thumbnail or similar and run it around the seam which will pop the plastic catches. If you remove the motherboard be very careful when releasing the flat connecter that links the screen to the motherboard. I dont know if the light is seperate from the board but once you have it open it would be a good idea to look at all chips and solder under a loupe or magnifying glass to see if there is any residue bridging pins and gently scrape away.

[Motard69]

Try only to keep pressed the power switch...

Bye, M..

[Ross01]

M
Thanks for the information. Have tried holding the on/off switch down many times.

Passing Thru
Thank you for the information on opening. Will let you know how I get on. Have one more avenue to try first.

Regards
Ross01

[Rayan]

If you ever decide to open your device, don't hessitate to visit this thread.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=8525&highlight=open+mda2

I managed to successfully fix my speaker probelm. But the pictures will guide you on the on the open/close procedure. :wink:

Good luck and make sure you document your procedure in pictures!

Best regards,
Rayan