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Apple iPad mini 4

iOS 11.0
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Turn use of PIN on or off

The PIN protects your SIM from unauthorised use if your tablet should get stolen. If use of PIN is turned on, it needs to be keyed in when you turn on your tablet.

Press Settings.
Press Mobile Data.
Press Mobile Data Options.
Press SIM PIN.
Press the indicator next to
Key in your PIN and press Done.
Press the Home key to return to the home screen.
  • 1
    Find "SIM PIN"
    • Press Settings.
    • Press Mobile Data.
    • Press Mobile Data Options.
    • Press SIM PIN.
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    Turn use of PIN on or off
    • Press the indicator next to "SIM PIN" to turn the function on or off.
    • Key in your PIN and press Done.
      If the wrong PIN is entered three times in a row, your SIM is blocked. To unblock your SIM, you'll need to key in your PUK. The PUK can be obtained by contacting Customer Service. Please note: If an incorrect PUK is entered ten times in a row, your SIM is blocked permanently. In this case, you need a new SIM from Telstra.
  • 3
    Return to the home screen
    • Press the Home key to return to the home screen.