Insert a SIM card into a Nexus device

To connect your device to a mobile network, you need to insert a SIM card. If no card is installed, you’ll see a message that says “No SIM card.”

How to get a SIM card

If you don’t have a SIM card for your device, contact your mobile service provider. In addition to providing you a SIM card, they should activate your SIM card so that you can start using it right away. To find out what kind of SIM card you need, see the directions for your device below.

Install a SIM card

IMPORTANT: Be careful not to bend or scratch the SIM card and avoid exposing it to static electricity, water, or dirt. Keep SIM cards out of the reach of small children.

Choose your device below for directions:

Phones

Tablets

Keep track of your IMEI number 

If you contact customer service, you may need to share your phone’s IMEI identification number.

Your phone’s IMEI identification number is located on the SIM card tray and the box your phone comes in. Write the IMEI number down in your Quick Start Guide or take a photo of the number.

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