Access codes
181
PIN
The
P
ersonal
I
dentification
N
umber or PIN (4- to 8-
digits) protects your SIM card against unauthorised
use. It is usually supplied with the SIM card.
If you enter an incorrect PIN three times in
succession, the code is disabled and cannot be used
until you re-enable it by entering the PUK (see
below).
PUK
The 8-digit PUK (
P
IN
U
nblocking
K
ey) is required to
change a disabled PIN. The PUK may be supplied
with the SIM card. If not, or you have lost it,
contact your service provider.
To re-enable your PIN:
1. Enter the PUK and select
OK
.
2. Enter a new PIN of your choice and select
OK
.
3. When the
Confirm new PIN
message displays,
enter the same code again and select
OK
.
If you enter an incorrect PUK ten times in
succession, the SIM card becomes invalid. Contact
your service provider for a new card.
To See
activate/deactivate the
PIN Check feature
page 171 (
Menu 9.6.1
).
change the PIN page 172 (
Menu 9.6.2
).
