Overview
Putting a SIM card into your Samsung Galaxy A04s is a quick and simple process that will allow you to activate mobile network connectivity on the device. The A04s uses a nano-SIM card, which is the smallest of the major SIM card sizes available.
In order to insert the SIM card, you will need to locate the SIM card tray along the top edge of the phone. This tray holds the SIM card in place. All you need to do is eject the tray, properly orient and insert your nano-SIM card, and slide the tray back into the phone. The whole process should only take a minute or two.
Things You’ll Need
Before you get started, make sure you have the following:
- A Samsung Galaxy A04s
- A nano-SIM card obtained from your mobile network carrier
- A SIM card tray ejection tool (one should have come with your phone)
If your phone did not come with an ejection tool, a paper clip can also be used to eject the SIM card tray.
Finding the SIM Card Tray
The SIM card tray on the Galaxy A04s is located along the top edge of the phone, on the left side if you are facing the screen. There is a tiny hole next to the tray which allows the ejection tool to pop the tray out.
| Step | Image |
|---|---|
| 1. Locate the SIM card slot – it is the small oval hole on the left side of the top edge of your Galaxy A04s. |
Ejecting the SIM Card Tray
Once you have located the SIM card tray, follow these steps to eject it:
| 1. Take the ejection tool that came with your phone and insert it into the small hole next to the SIM card tray. If you don’t have the ejection tool, you can use a straightened paper clip instead. | |
| 2. Firmly press the ejection tool into the hole until the SIM card tray pops out. | |
| 3. Pull the SIM card tray fully out of its slot. |
Be careful not to lose the ejection tool or SIM card tray after removing it. It is very small and can easily be misplaced.
Inserting the Nano-SIM Card
With the SIM card tray removed, you can now slide your nano-SIM card into the proper orientation:
| 1. Hold your nano-SIM card with the gold contacts facing down and the angled corner facing the open end of the tray. | |
| 2. Gently slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot in the tray. It should click securely into place. | |
| 3. Check to ensure your SIM card sits flush within the tray and is locked in place. Be careful not to touch the gold contacts. |
As long as your nano-SIM slides smoothly into the card tray and locks in place, it is installed correctly.
Inserting the SIM Card Tray Back Into Your Phone
Once you have properly positioned your SIM card in the tray, simply slide it carefully back into your phone:
| 1. With the tray positioned at an angle, insert the end without the SIM card into the SIM card slot. | |
| 2. Gently press the SIM card tray back into your Galaxy A04s until it clicks securely into place and sits flush with the edge of the phone again. |
When it is in correctly, the tray should not jut out or appear crooked along the phone’s edge. The SIM card and tray are now securely inserted.
Verifying the SIM Card Detection
To make sure your Galaxy A04s properly detects and reads your new SIM card:
| 1. Power on your phone if it is not already on. | |
| 2. Unlock the phone if necessary by swiping the lock icon up from the bottom of the screen. | |
| 3. Pull down the Notification Panel by dragging your finger downwards starting near the top center of the screen. | |
| 4. You should see an icon indicating the signal strength of your mobile network with your service provider’s name below it. |
If you do not see the network icon and name displayed, remove the SIM card tray and ensure your SIM is inserted correctly, then try again. Contact your mobile carrier if your network connectivity still does not display properly.
You can now make calls, send text messages, access mobile data services and take advantage of all the connectivity options supported by your mobile network carrier. Enjoy your new Samsung Galaxy A04s!
Conclusion
Inserting a nano-SIM card into your Samsung Galaxy A04s is quick and convenient. Simply locate the SIM card slot, use the ejection tool to pop out the card tray, properly orient and insert your nano-SIM, slide the tray containing the SIM card back into your phone, and power on your device to ensure proper SIM detection. Taking a minute to swap SIM cards makes it easy to switch device ownership or mobile network carriers at any time while using your Galaxy phone. Feel free to contact technical support if you run into any issues getting your SIM setup properly.
