Securing Your Phone - Siemens SX66 User Manual

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3.8 Securing Your Phone

You can customize the level of security you want to have on your SX66 by locking the keypad,
the entire device, or the
Locking the keypad
The keypad lock turns off the keypad functionality. This is a helpful feature if, for example,
your SX66 is turned off and in your pocket, and you want to prevent accidental keypress.
1. Tap
2. Select
3. To unlock your keypad, tap
Locking your SX66
Locking your SX66 prevents access to personal data. When you enable this feature, your
SX66 will automatically lock after a specified time of inactivity. A screen will be displayed
requiring your SX66 "lock password" to be entered before access is granted.
1. Tap
2. To enable this function, select how long your mobile device must be turned off before the
password is required for using the device, by tapping
3. Select the type of password you would like to use:
A strong password must have at least
and lowercase letters, numerals, and punctuation.
4. Enter the password, and if necessary, confirm the password.
Locking the SIM card
You can protect your SX66 from unauthorized use by assigning a
Number). Your first
1. On the
2. Select
3. To change the
SIM card.
the Start menu > Settings > System
Lock all buttons except Power
Do not lock
the Start menu > Settings > Personal >
PIN is assigned by your mobile service provider.
Phone keypad, tap Tools > Options > Phone
Require PIN when phone is
PIN at any time, tap
tab > Button Lock.
button.
buttons.
Password.
Prompt if device unused
Simple 4 digit
7 characters that are a combination of uppercase
tab.
used.
Change PIN.
for.
or Strong alphanumeric.
PIN (Personal Identification