How to install the SIM or USIM card on Single SIM model

Last Update date : 2024-04-17

With your smartphone, a single-SIM tray will be provided. Depending on your Galaxy device, it might be able to accept both SIM cards and memory cards.

The location of the SIM and memory card slots will change depending on your model but can be easily located by carefully looking at the sides of your device.

SIM and USIM

Note: Before you try out the recommendations below, be sure to check if your device's software and related apps are updated to the latest version. To update your mobile device's software, follow these steps: 

Step 1. Go to Settings > Software update.

Step 2. Tap on Download and install.

Step 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Note: Before you insert a SIM or memory card you should make sure you are inserting the right size card to ensure it does not get damaged or get stuck in your device.

1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
inserting an ejection pin
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-colored contacts facing downwards.
4 Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.

Note: If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.

5 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

Note: Your device could be harmed if you put the tray into it while it's still wet. Make sure the tray is always dry.

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