Inserting and removing the SIM card
Samsung Galaxy Note8 on Android 9.0.0
Learn how to insert and remove a SIM card from your device. Your cellular service is activated through your SIM card; without it you cannot use cellular features. Note that a SIM card tray removal tool may be needed.
Note: Don't touch the gold contacts on your SIM card. That could damage the card. If you’re using a new SIM card, you can activate it by calling your carrier.
- Step 1 of 5:
With the device powered off, press the card insertion/removal tool into the combined nano SIM / microSD card tray pinhole and push in until the tray releases.
Note: You must have a nano SIM card inserted in your phone to place calls, access the internet, download apps and share pictures over your carrier's network.
- Step 2 of 5:
Slide the combined nano SIM / microSD card tray out of its slot.
Note: A nano SIM card may already be inserted in your phone.
- Step 3 of 5:
Insert or remove the nano SIM card into or from the tray with the gold contacts facing the back of the phone.
- Step 4 of 5:
Press the combined nano SIM / microSD card tray back into its slot until it clicks, making sure it's secure.
- Step 5 of 5:
You've completed the steps!
