Locking And Protecting Your Phone; Imei Number; Encrypted Data; Sim Protection - Sony Ericsson Xperia X2a Extended User Manual

Locking and protecting your phone

IMEI number

Keep a copy of your IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number in case your
phone is stolen.
To view your IMEI number
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You can find the IMEI number under the battery.
To view your IMEI number in the phone
1 Tap > Settings > the System folder.
2 Tap Device Information > the Identity tab.

Encrypted data

Encrypted files can be read only on the phone that you encrypt them on. To be able to
access the files after a Clear phone memory, or after an update of the ROM system
software, you need to back up the files and transfer them back to your phone after the reset
or update procedure. Use Microsoft® ActiveSync® or Windows Mobile® Device Center
to transfer files between your storage card and computer.
To encrypt data on your storage card
1 Tap > Settings > the System tab > Encryption.
2
Mark the Encrypt files placed on a storage card checkbox.

SIM protection

This lock only protects your subscription. Your phone will work with a new SIM card. If the
lock is on, you have to enter a PIN (Personal Identity Number).
If you enter your PIN incorrectly three times in a row, the SIM card is blocked and you need
to enter your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key). Your PIN and PUK are supplied by your
network operator.
To activate SIM protection
1 Press .
2
Select Menu > Tools > Options > the Security tab.
3 Mark the Require PIN when phone is used check box.
4 Tap OK.
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