Dell Streak 7 GSM Module Replacement

Duration: 45 minutes

Steps: 11 Steps

Ready to swap out that old GSM module in your Dell Streak 7? Follow this step-by-step guide to remove the old one and get your device back in action. It’s simpler than you think!

Step 1

Warm up the edges of the screen with the iOpener—it’ll make popping it off way easier.

– Gently slide the spudger under the capacitive button panel and smoothly glide it all the way around like you’re giving it a little spa treatment!

Tools Used

iOpener

Step 2

– Gently lift the button cover off the tablet to unveil the inner workings. You’ve got this!

Step 3

– Grab your trusty Torx screwdriver and get ready to tackle those 4mm screws like a pro!

Step 4

– Grab your trusty Torx screwdriver and carefully unscrew those two 5mm screws. You’ve got this!

Step 5

– Let’s get started by using that trusty spudger to pry open the black side panel. Just slide it all the way around until the cover piece comes off – easy peasy!

– Next up, grab your Torx screwdriver and remove those two 4mm screws. You’re making great progress!

Step 6

– Grab your trusty spudger and gently run it along the edges of your device. You’ll feel those latches that hold the display snugly in place. Just pop them out with a little finesse, and voila!

Step 7

Before diving in, make sure every cable is unplugged—trust me, you don’t want to turn your device into a tangled mess or risk damaging those delicate wires.

Ribbon cables are delicate little things, so handle them with care to keep them from snapping!

– Gently free the ribbon cables by flipping up the connector latch and easing the cable out—slow and steady wins the race!