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Manage phone security

CHANGE YOUR SECURITY CODE

Once you change the security code from its preset of 12345, keep the new code secret, and in a safe place separate from your phone.

1Press Menu 4-7-6-1 (Settings > Security settings > Access codes > Change security code).

After a brief pause, you’re prompted to enter the current security code (default is 12345).

2Enter the current security code and press OK. You’re prompted to enter the new security code.

3Enter the new security code (up to 10 characters) and press OK. You’re asked to re-enter the new security code for verification.

4Enter the new security code again and press OK. A message appears in the display confirming your security code has been changed.

The PIN code

The PIN code protects the SIM card from unauthorized access. The PIN code 11 can be 4 to 8 digits in length. After three successive incorrect entries the

PIN code is blocked and you’ll be asked to enter the personal unblocking key (PUK) code.

Note: Get the original PIN code from your wireless provider.

PIN CODE REQUEST

Enable your phone to request the PIN code upon power-up. This provides extra security in case your phone is lost or stolen.

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

2After a brief pause, you’re prompted to enter the current PIN code. Enter the PIN code and press OK.

3Scroll to On and press OK. A message appears in the display confirming your selection.

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