How to Flash Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD with Flash Tool, Firmware or Stock ROM

Earlier on when Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD was released, we published a post to show our readers the features, specifications, and price of this most adorable Acer device called Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD. As well as how you can perform a hard or soft reset when your Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD becomes unresponsive or should you choose to give to someone else with no data in it.

Usually, a hard or soft reset with the guide provided for Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD is supposed to fix any possible software issue you might be experiencing with your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD or other similar android devices that the quick fixing guide for issues like camera, Bluetooth, SIM, Wi-Fi, YouTube or other malfunction could solve. But if you have tried that already and it failed then, you should probably opt-in for formatting, in this case, I will show you how to use Intel Flash Tool to format your Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD.

Just before you follow the tips below to upgrade or downgrade your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD. Do a backup of your personal data (if you can) before flashing:

• Setup an auto or carry out a manual backup regularly of your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD following our guide here with data or Wi-Fi connection.
• You can also backup your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD offline – without an internet connection following the steps provided here.

Steps on how to flash Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD with Intel Flash Tool:

First of all, visit our Firmware page and download the flash file for your:

• Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD

Note: You will need to place your phone on charge with a working charger till you are sure it has charged above 50 percent before your formatting process commences else your phone might not wake up even after formatting.
Next, you will have to follow the instruction of using an Intel Flash Tool as explained here below.

Easy Steps on how to flash Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD Back to Its Factory State:

Step 1: You will need to Download and Install Intel USB Drivers.

Step 2: Next, proceed to Download and Install Intel Phone Flash Tool for your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD.

Step 3: Launch the installed Intel Phone Flash Tool.

Step 4: Turn off your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD.

Step 5: Download the Stock ROM for your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD.

Step 6: Extract the downloaded Stock ROM/Firmware.

Step 7: Click on the Right side Browse Button and select Flash.xml (in Stock ROM folder).

Step 8: Connect your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD to the PC with a good working USB cable.

Step 9: Now, click on the Start to Flash Button (Intel Phone Flash Tool will view it in the top blank area).

Step 10: At this point the flashing process will commence and you will see the flashing process on the run bar on the right side.

Step 11: A message will pop up when flashing is done.

Step 12: That’s all, disconnect and enjoy your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD.

Tips to Remember:

• This update is meant for Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD users only.
• THEUPSPOT is in no way responsible for any damage you might have on your Acer Iconia Tab 8 A1-840FHD while installing the update.
• The usual upgrade steps require the use of a PC or Laptop to carry out the firmware flashing.
• Ensure that you have updated and working USB drivers installed.