Changing the ZenFone Max M2 PIN is important if you’d like to secure your smartphone. Actually, the PIN code is a 4-digit security code that will allow you to restrict access to the SIM card. Thus, in case of theft or loss of your ZenFone Max M2, the person who has your cellphone is not going to be able to use the phone credit. Since the original PIN code for SIM cards is typically the same, we advise you to change the PIN code of your ZenFone Max M2. We will see at first ways to change the PIN code of your ZenFone Max M2. We’ll see in a second time why it can be advisable to change the PIN code. Finally, we’ll learn about ways to activate the PIN if you have not put it on your mobile phone.
How to change the PIN code of your ZenFone Max M2
To change the PIN code on your ZenFone Max M2, it can be fairly simple. You will first have to go to the settings menu of your ZenFone Max M2. When there, go to the Security tab, then Configure SIM block or Set SIM card lock . When there, simply click Change PIN . The mobile phone will then ask you to enter the phone’s current PIN. Once done, all you should do is enter your new PIN and confirm. It is actually good, the PIN code is changed! If you want to know how to insert the SIM card into the mobile phone, see our guide to put the SIM card in the ZenFone Max M2.
Why put a PIN on your ZenFone Max M2
The PIN is a security for your ZenFone Max M2. Actually, its main purpose is to restrict access to the SIM card. So, in case you receive your ZenFone Max M2 stolen, or in case you lose it, the person who has it will not be able to call with it. This permits you to not lose the package in circumstance of theft or loss.
How to put a PIN code on your ZenFone Max M2
If you do not have a PIN code on your ZenFone Max M2 and want to put 1, it’s fairly simple. For this you will have to go to Settings / Security / Configure SIM blocking . Once you are there, you will need to check the Locking SIM card. You’ll then be asked to enter a 4-digit code that may be your new PIN. Remember to remember or write it down somewhere.
