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3 SIM card and battery
Before you begin, you need to prepare your phone by installing the SIM card and 
charging the battery. This chapter covers these topics, as well as instructions on 
how to attach the optional headset. Always switch off the phone before installing 
the SIM card and battery.
 • SIM CARD INSTALLATION
Warning: Keep all SIM cards out of the reach of small children. For 
availability and information on using SIM card services, contact your SIM card 
vendor. This may be the service provider, network operator, or other vendor.
Remove the back cover and battery
1 With the back of the phone facing you, press and hold the back cover 
release button.
2 Slide the cover up; then lift it off the phone. 
3 Lift out the battery. 
Install the SIM card
The SIM card and its contacts can easily be damaged by scratches or bending, so 
be careful when handling, inserting, or removing the card.
1 With the phone positioned as shown in the illustration below, locate the SIM 
card slot.
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