Crucial Warning: Confirm the exact model designation (TB-8504F, TB-8504L, TB-8504X, or TB-8604F) and branch tag (ROW, UK, SCP, HFT) before flashing. LTE models carry cellular modem firmware (NON-HLOS.bin) that must not be flashed onto Wi-Fi-only hardware.
Download Firmware for Lenovo Tab 4 8 (TB-8504F, TB-8504L, TB-8504X, TB-8604F)
Lenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504F_USR_S001011_1810162054_Q12000_QDL.zip
Generic Rest of World build for Wi-Fi model. Includes a verified download mirror.
⬇️ Download (2 links)
Lenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504F_USR_S140004_1807121212_Q12000_UK_GB_QPST.zip
UK regional branch package.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveLenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504F_USR_S130004_1902221150_Q12000_SCP_QPST.zip
SCP carrier subsidy branch package.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveLenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504F_USR_S120010_1901181601_Q12000_HFT_QPST.zip
HFT carrier subsidy branch package.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveLenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504F_USR_S001019_1909091114_Q12000_ROW_QPST.zip
Updated ROW build for TB-8504F.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveLenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504F_S140008_190215_UK_QPST.zip
Updated UK regional release.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveLenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504L_USR_S000022_1803131110_Q12000_QDL.zip
Stock package for LTE model TB-8504L.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveLenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8504X_USR_S001024_1909061423_Q12000_QDL.zip
Stock package for LTE model TB-8504X.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveTB-8504X_USR_S001031_1912041525_Q12000_ROW.zip
Updated ROW build for LTE model TB-8504X.
MD5: 873819f129ce522382304b1f6f38024b
Lenovo_Tab_4_8_TB-8604F_USR_S001011_190702_Q12000_ROW_Factory_Rescue_QPST.zip
Factory Rescue build specifically for TB-8604F.
⬇️ Download via Google DriveFlashing Overview for Lenovo Tab 4 8 (TB-8504F, TB-8504L, TB-8504X, TB-8604F)
- Boot into Qualcomm EDL Mode (9008)
- Load Firehose Programmer and XML files in QFIL
- Flash Firmware and reboot device
Expand preparation checklist for Lenovo Tab 4 8 (TB-8504F, TB-8504L, TB-8504X, TB-8604F)
- Verify your tablet's model number on the back casing, box label, or fastboot screen.
- Install Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 drivers on a Windows PC.
- Charge the tablet battery to at least 30% before connecting in EDL mode.
- Extract the firmware package to access prog_emmc_firehose_8917.mbn, rawprogram0.xml, and patch0.xml.
Compatibility & Bootloader Notes
QFIL flashing over Qualcomm Emergency Download Mode (EDL 9008) operates below the Android bootloader layer and does not require an unlocked bootloader. Do not attempt to cross-flash LTE modem partitions (NON-HLOS.bin) onto Wi-Fi-only hardware (TB-8504F, TB-8604F).
Ready to Flash This Firmware?
Full step-by-step instructions for Lenovo Tab 4 8 (TB-8504F, TB-8504L, TB-8504X, TB-8604F), including prerequisites, error fixes, and screenshots, are on FlashGuideHub's QFIL guide.
Can also be flashed via Fastboot: Open Fastboot Guide →
Frequently Asked Questions
TB-8504F and TB-8604F are Wi-Fi-only models. TB-8504L and TB-8504X are LTE models supporting cellular data and voice services.
No. LTE firmware includes cellular modem images (NON-HLOS.bin) that are specific to cellular hardware. Cross-flashing modem software onto Wi-Fi models can cause system instability or boot errors.
Power off the tablet completely, press and hold Volume Up + Volume Down simultaneously, and plug in the USB cable connected to your PC. Device Manager should list Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
The Factory Rescue build is a specialized restoration image configured for Lenovo Rescue and Smart Assistant (LMSA) and QPST to unbrick unresponsive units on the TB-8604F variant.