Security; Device Security - Nokia RM-227 User Manual

Security

Device security

Select Menu Tools Settings Security
> > >
SIM.
You can modify the security settings for the PIN code,
automatic lock, and SIM card change, and change codes
and passwords.
Avoid using codes that are similar to emergency
numbers to prevent accidental dialing of the
emergency number.
Codes are shown as asterisks. When you change a code,
enter the current code, then the new code twice.
Define security settings
To define device and SIM card settings, select a setting
and Options > Change.
When calls are limited to closed user groups, calls may
be possible to the official emergency number
programmed into your device.
Define the following settings:
PIN code request — Select On to request that the PIN
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code is entered each time the device is switched on.
This setting cannot be changed if the device is
switched off. Some SIM cards do not allow turning
off the PIN code request.
PIN code — Change the PIN code. The PIN code must
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be 4 to 8 numbers long. The PIN code protects your
SIM card against unauthorized use and is provided
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with the SIM card. After three consecutive incorrect
PIN code entries, the PIN code is blocked, and you
need to use the PUK code to unblock it before you
can use the SIM card again.
PIN2 code — Change the PIN2 code. The PIN2 code
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must be 4 to 8 numbers long. The PIN2 code is
required to access some functions of the device and
is provided with the SIM card. After three consecutive
incorrect PIN2 code entries, the PIN2 code is blocked,
and you need to use the PUK2 code to unblock it
before you can use the SIM card again.
Autolock period
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device is automatically locked and can be used only
if the correct lock code is entered. Enter a number for
the time-out in minutes, or select
the autolock period. When the device is locked, you
can still answer incoming calls and calls may still be
possible to the official emergency number
programmed into your device.
Lock code — Change the lock code. The new code can
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be 4-255 characters long. Both alphabets and digits
can be used, and both uppercase and lowercase
alphabets are possible. The device notifies you if the
lock code is not properly formatted. The preset code
is 12345. To avoid unauthorized use of your device,
change the lock code. Keep the new code secret and
in a safe place separate from your device.
— Set a time-out after which the
None to turn off
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