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SIM
The SIM tab provides settings and information about the modem’s Subscriber Identity Module
(SIM) card. The SIM card inside your modem can be locked with a PIN code for additional security. If
locked, the PIN code must be entered before the modem can connect to the Internet.
USB8 Settings - SIM
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Status
— Indicates the current status of the SIM card. Possible values include:
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Ready
— This is the normal state. The SIM PIN is not used.
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PIN Locked
— The SIM PIN must be entered before you can use the mobile network.
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PUK Locked
— The PUK for the SIM must be entered in order to continue. The PUK can be
obtained from your service provider.
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Unlocked
— The SIM PIN is needed, but has already been entered.
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No SIM
— No SIM was detected. If you do have a SIM, check that it is inserted correctly.
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SIM Error
— A SIM was detected, but it did not respond as expected, and cannot be used.
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Change SIM PIN
— Allows you to assign a new PIN.
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Turn on SIM PIN Lock
— Indicates whether or not the PIN lock feature is in use. If ON, the PIN
lock has been turned on, and the SIM PIN must be entered in order to connect to the mobile
network. If OFF, the PIN lock feature is not turned on, and the SIM PIN is not required.
