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Turn tablet on and off
See how to turn your tablet on or off. To use mobile network services on your tablet, you need to insert your SIM into your tablet.
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Turn on your tablet
Tap and hold On/Off until your tablet is turned on.
Tap the Home key.
Enter PIN
If your SIM is locked, key in your PIN and tap OK. The default PIN is 0000.
If an incorrect PIN is entered three times in a row, your SIM will be blocked. To unblock your SIM, you'll need to key in your PUK. The PUK can be obtained by contacting Customer Service. Please note: If an incorrect PUK is entered ten times in a row, your SIM is blocked permanently. In this case, you'll need a new SIM from Optus.
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Tap the Home key.
Turn off your tablet
Tap and hold On/Off.
Tap and drag the power off icon right.
Tap the Home key.
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If your SIM is locked, key in your PIN and tap OK. The default PIN is 0000.
If an incorrect PIN is entered three times in a row, your SIM will be blocked. To unblock your SIM, you'll need to key in your PUK. The PUK can be obtained by contacting Customer Service. Please note: If an incorrect PUK is entered ten times in a row, your SIM is blocked permanently. In this case, you'll need a new SIM from Optus.
Tap the Home key.
Tap and drag the power off icon right.
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