Nokia 3590 specifications PIN Codes, Set PIN code request, Change your PIN or PIN2 code

•PIN CODES

The PIN (Personal Identity Number) and PIN2 codes are 4- to 8-digit numbers that usually come from your service provider along with the SIM card. Use the PIN code to protect your phone and SIM card against unauthorized use. The PIN2 code activates some of your phone’s functions, such as Call cost limit. See “Manage call costs” on page 51.

When the phone requires the PIN or PIN2 code, it displays Enter PIN code: or Enter PIN2 code:.

Enter the code then press OK.

Set PIN code request

You can activate the PIN code request to prevent unauthorized use of your phone. If you set the PIN code request to On, your phone will ask for the code each time you turn the phone on.

Note: When the phone is locked, calls may be possible to the emergency number programmed into your phone (for example, 911 or other official emergency number).

1 Press Menu 4 7 1 (Settings > Security settings > PIN code request).

13 2 Enter the PIN code supplied by your service provider, and press OK.

3Scroll to On and press OK.

To turn off this feature, repeat steps 1 through 3 above, but select Off in step 3.

Change your PIN or PIN2 code

You can change your PIN or PIN2 code to any 4- to 8-digit number.

Tip: Activate the PIN code request first.

1Press Menu 4 7 6 (Settings > Security settings > Change access codes).

2Scroll to Change PIN code, then press Select.

3Enter the current PIN code and press OK.

4Enter the new PIN code and press OK.

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