Screen dead, but my Tab S6 Lite is otherwise functional, confirmed by connecting to a PC and can see and access all data folders, and tablet makes usual audio notifications when, for example, an email is received.
Have a replacement S6 on the way, but want to clear all data from dead screen unit before disposing of it. Normally I would do a hard, factory reset to accomplish this, but can find no method to do this that doesn't require the screen.
Is there a way to clear all data on a dead screen S6 using a connected PC, from which I can see the S6's data folders, or is there any other method?
Are you using a device with Link to Windows? Is it possible to access the tablet's settings to reset the device?
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I've read of using Samsung DeX to link to Windows, but, one step involved is selecting to enable DeX using the S6 screen, which I cannot do since I cannot see anything on the screen (and also can't determine if the screen will register touch or the pen).
From what I've seen, to reset the device (press power+vol up) requires being able to see when the Samsung logo appears, then being able to view and select from the reset menu, all of which I cannot do since I can't see anything on the S6 screen.
While the risk is low, I would, for security purposes, like to clear all data, apps stored passwords, etc., from the S6 prior to recycling. As described previously, I can see the S6's folders and copy data to my PC, but, these are the data folders only. So, is there a way to completely wipe the S6 using a connected PC?
Well, if you can't access the screen, and you are going to recycle it anyway, I would suggest taking it apart and removing the SSD from it and scratching it up a bit to damage it. I have done this for dead phones before.
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Thanks for the suggestion. I've viewed videos of opening the S6 and it appears a bit challenging, requiring heating while inserting a pick tool to work your way around the periphery until the screen is separated. Not concerned at this point of damaging the unit, obviously, but a bit concerned about damaging the lithium battery in the process and the risk that entails.
I believe the battery to be more toward the center of the device, rather than close to the edges, but I can't say for sure. There must be a schematic online somewhere. The instructions you see online are geared towards those who want to open their device to perform a repair and be able to put it back together again; you don't have that worry. I have no doubt a blow dryer or heat gun may be needed to loosen the glue. A small flat head screwdriver or jeweler's screwdriver should be sufficient to pry open the case.
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