Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G (SM-X216B) EDL Point: Test Point Pinout Guide

If you are trying to unbrick your Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G (SM-X216B) or remove an FRP lock but the device is not entering Download Mode, you will need to use the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G Test Point. By shorting these hardware pins, you can force the device into Qualcomm 9008 Mode for flashing with professional tools.

⚠️ Disclaimer: Opening your device and shorting motherboard pins requires technical skill. This process will void your warranty. Proceed at your own risk. GSM Helpful is not responsible for any hardware damage.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G Test Point Details

Feature	Description
Device Name	Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G
Model Number	SM-X210, SM-X215, SM-X216B, SM-X216R
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G
Purpose	Boot Repair, FRP Reset, Unbricking
Boot Mode	Qualcomm 9008 Mode (Test Point)
Tools Required	Pandora Box, Chimera, or UnlockTool

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 Plus 5G SM-X216B Motherboard Hardware EDL Test Point Pinout Location for Qualcomm 9008 Mode

Why do you need the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G Test Point?

The hardware test point is essential in the following scenarios:

Dead Boot Repair: When the phone is not turning on and not showing anything on the screen.
FRP Bypass: Using professional tools like UnlockTool, Chimera, or Z3X.
Locked Bootloader: When software-based methods to enter Download mode fail.
Wrong Firmware Flash: To recover a device that was flashed with the incorrect binary.

How to Connect Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G in Test Point Mode

Carefully remove the back cover of your Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G.
Disconnect the Battery Connector (Safety first).
Locate the two small golden dots (Test Points) on the motherboard (refer to the image above).
Use a pair of metallic tweezers to short (connect) these two dots.
While holding the tweezers on the dots, connect the USB Cable to your PC.
Check your PC's Device Manager. You should see "Samsung Mobile USB Serial Port" or similar under Ports.

Required Drivers

To ensure your PC detects the device, install the official Samsung USB Drivers.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G (SM-X216B)

Conclusion: Once the device is detected in the correct port, you can use your preferred service tool to flash the firmware or reset the device. If you have any questions regarding the pinout location, leave a comment below!

Topic Covered:

1. SM-X216B Test Point
2. SM-X216B EDL Point