Tablet computers, which are becoming increasingly popular among mobile and other devices, are primarily created by development companies to satisfy the user’s need for web surfing. Naturally, in addition to this, they have a large number of capabilities, are able to satisfy the most diverse desires of their owners in the field of games and entertainment, and can perform the functions of many other mobile gadgets, such as phones, navigators, and media players. You can set up the Internet on a tablet in different ways, but users are often interested in the question: how to set up a tablet to access the Internet via a SIM card?
This type of connection, compared to others, is considered the most difficult and complex, but, nevertheless, is popular among Internet surfers. Regarding options such as setting up the Internet using Wi-Fi or using 3G modems, this method has both advantages and disadvantages. And also not the least role in this matter is played by the telecom operator chosen by the owner of the device.
Using a SIM card in a tablet
SIM card formats
Currently, equipment manufacturers equip devices with slots for different SIM formats. There are three types in total.
Before inserting a SIM card into the tablet, you need to make sure that its size matches the supported format. You can find it out from the documentation for the device. If the card is old, then it can be cut using a special device. You should not do this with ordinary scissors, as there is a possibility of damaging the chip.
If the card is purchased for the first time, it is universal - you just need to squeeze your format out of the plastic shell. When you have a small card and the connector is designed for a large one, it is best to buy an adapter for all options.
Button
Another ubiquitous object in every home and office is the thumbtack. There are many shapes and sizes, but almost all of them are capable of opening the SIM card tray. If you're thinking outside the box, you've probably realized that you can also use a pin.
Of course, there are many other alternatives, including a toothpick or any other sharp object you have.
Installing a SIM card
Important! To install a SIM card in the tablet, it must be turned off. Some devices can operate in hot mode, that is, they will detect it without turning it off, but most often the tablet does not see the SIM card without rebooting.
After turning off, you need to find a place for the Sim. Options may vary. On modern Huawei tablets it is inserted into a special slot. To open it, you need to use the small paper clip included in the kit. The carriage is pulled out of the tablet and the card is placed on it. Regardless of the manufacturer, the appearance of the SIM card is the same - rectangular in shape with a cropped corner. Essentially, it is difficult to place the card on the carriage incorrectly, since there is only one position in which it will fit.
The second option is an open slot. This connector is installed in Asus equipment.
Here the Sim is simply inserted into the housing. In order to correctly insert a SIM card into the tablet, you need to look at the icon next to the slot. It shows which side you need to place it in the device. When installed correctly, a click will be heard. To remove the card, you need to lightly press on it with your fingernail - it will pop out, as if pushed out by a spring.
The third option is that the slot is closed with a plastic plug. In this case, there will be a small gap on it, which can be easily picked up with a fingernail. In this case, the installation side of the SIM card will again be indicated on the case. This type of slot is found on Samsung tablets.
The last option is a removable cover. Often the owners of Prestigio and Digma are interested in where the SIM card is inserted into the tablet. These brands are one of the few that allow the use of two cards at the same time. To install the device, you must turn it over. At the top of the device there is a removable panel of small width. In the central part above the camera there is a gap that should be picked up with a fingernail. After removing the cover, the user will see space for SIM and microSD. In this case, the card is placed with the chip inside, the cut corner should be at the top.
Connection technology
Connection procedure
Connecting to the Internet via a SIM card is based on the same principle as when working with mobile phones. A SIM card of any telecom operator is inserted into the gadget into the appropriate slot.
It is important to make sure that mobile Internet is connected to the SIM card, and that your account is topped up. To check your account, you can call the call center of your mobile operator.
Next, turn on the tablet, and select “Data transfer” in the settings. Here you need to click “More” and then “Mobile network”.
Wireless network settings window
In the window that appears next, you need to check whether the “Data transfer” section is checked, and then select “Access points (APN)”.
Many telecom operators immediately send SMS messages with Internet settings. But, besides this, all these instructions can be found on the official websites of telecom operators. Almost all of them look the same - you need to register an access point. For example, it can be done like this:
- APN (access point): internet.life.com.by.
Setting up an access point
In the window you must enter the APN connection data; they depend on the operator the user has chosen. In this case, you can enter any name for the card. For example, this data must be entered for the most popular operators:
MTS:
- APN: internet.mts.ru
- Username: mts
- Password: mts
Beeline:
- APN: internet.beeline.ru
- Username: Ivan
- Password: 123456
Megaphone:
- APN: megafon
- Username: Supermen
- Password: Supermen123
Tele2:
- APN: internet.tele2.ru
- Username: Not needed
- Password: Not needed.
Possible connection problems
The first option that should immediately be considered is the correct operation of the SIM card itself. That is, the owner of the tablet device needs to make sure that the card works correctly and is active. To do this, you can do the following:
- Install a SIM card in some other device to check the location of the network
- If another device has mobile Internet, you need to track its operation with this particular card
- Check with your mobile operator that the Internet is actually connected to the card and there are funds in your account.
SIM cards from different mobile operators
If everything is in order with these points, then the user must make sure that he installed the card correctly in the slot. For successful installation you need to follow some rules:
- When installing the card, refer to the diagram located next to the slot or the instructions for the tablet
- It is important to keep in mind that on most tablets the SIM card is inserted all the way, and you can hear a soft click
- Regardless of the success of installing the card, be sure to restart your gadget, perhaps only then will it detect it.
Installing a SIM card in a tablet device
If these steps do not help, it’s a good idea to make sure that the device on which you need to configure Internet access has a built-in 3G module. After this, you can try the above settings again.
It is important to know that if you cannot set up the Internet after everything, then the owner of the device needs to seek help from a sales consultant who helped him in this choice.
Fast and expensive 3G
Using 3G communication is convenient, especially since the 3G network covers much more coverage than Wi-Fi, the use of which is not possible everywhere.
Regularly, all well-known mobile operators provide their customers with various convenient offers and tariffs for communication services, including wireless access to the Internet. even highlighted in a separate category. More and more users are choosing this particular Internet option for a tablet, because... it does not need constant contact with a power source. This means there is no need to constantly carry cords or cables to connect the tablet to the network.
Tariff plans for mobile devices
3G communication has recently enjoyed increasing success among users of tablet gadgets, due to the fact that it is capable of providing a stable connection and decent speed. 3G will work perfectly even in a moving car or train. On the territory of the Russian Federation, 3G coverage service is provided by Yota, a wireless Internet provider. A huge number of towers in all cities provide good coverage, but, unfortunately, only in cities and their closest suburbs. As soon as the user and his device travel several kilometers from the city, the connection may be interrupted.
To use 3G Internet, the tablet must have a specially built-in module for this purpose. Typically, all top configurations have two solutions - with and without 3G. The price difference between them can reach several thousand rubles, it depends on the developer. To this you can add communication costs, which can vary from several hundred to one and a half thousand rubles, depending on what tariff the user chooses for his device.
Mobile Internet
Most tablet models have a module for a SIM card, and you can use it for its intended purpose. In this situation, the tablet is used as a phone, but you can use the Internet service only with the help of one operator.
Using mobile internet on a tablet
It also has its positive and negative sides. The towers of the selected telecom operator will be located throughout the country and even in hard-to-reach places you can indulge in web surfing. But a lot of money can be spent on this pleasure. The main tariffs are reduced to the following figures: 1 Megabyte of traffic – 1 ruble. With such a pricing policy, it will be difficult for the user not to limit himself on the mobile Internet. But still, this is a good solution for a tablet gadget.
Problems with the SIM card
What to do if the tablet does not see the SIM card? In this situation, there may be several options.
So, to check all the reasons why the equipment does not read the SIM card, we perform a simple sequence of actions:
Important point! There is no need to try to repair the SIM card or its connector yourself. Some users try to clean the chip and contacts with alcohol and a cotton swab and perform other incorrect actions. This will not help, but will only make the problem worse. If none of the above helps, then it is better to contact a specialist.
Lenovo Tab 4 Plus TB-8704X 64 GB 3G LTE
Lenovo Tab 4 Plus TB-8704X 64 GB 3G LTE
Another representative of compact options, the diameter of which is 8 inches with a resolution of 1920 * 1200 pixels. The Tab 4 Plus tablet has 2 SIM card slots and a Snapdragon 625 processor, which has a frequency of exactly 2 GHz. 8 cores and 4 GB of RAM make this tablet quite fast and performs almost all tasks of the average user.
The biggest disappointment with the Lenovo purchase may be its autonomy. The low battery capacity (not much more than the Supra M84A) and high performance results in a not very good result. As a result, when using the tablet’s capabilities at full capacity, the charge may not be enough for a couple of hours.
The cost is 19,500 rubles.
Pros:
- support for two SIM cards;
- high performance;
- light weight;
- design;
- image quality.
Minuses:
- small battery (4,850 mAh);
- front camera 8 MP.
How to correctly insert a SIM card into a tablet and how to remove it
Many who buy a new tablet face one problem. It lies in the fact that not everyone knows how to correctly insert a SIM card into a device and, conversely, remove it from it. At the same time, at first glance, everything seems simple and obvious. However, it is not. An awkward movement and you can even break your tablet computer. Therefore, it is not worth the risk. Moreover, we will talk in detail about how the SIM card in the tablet is changed.
Types
Tablet computers can support MiniSIM or MicroSIM. The first type is SIM cards used in cell phones. Their dimensions are 25x15x0.76 mm, i.e. those used by cellular operators. The second type of SIM cards is less known. They are 15x12x0.76 mm. It is almost impossible to find them on sale, but they are easy to obtain from MiniSIM. For this you only need scissors.
You can also contact your cellular operator, where this procedure will be performed by a company employee.
How to remove a SIM card from a tablet?
Sometimes it is necessary to carry out the reverse procedure. What should you know about her? Essentially, if the SIM card was installed correctly, then removing it from the tablet will not be difficult. You just need to repeat all the steps described above in reverse order. But if an error was made during installation of the SIM card into the tablet (for example, it was placed on the wrong side), then problems may arise.
In addition, sometimes the latches of the tray itself break. Or on some tablets, due to the rather large connector, the SIM card falls deep inside. What to do in this case? Try to carefully pry the SIM card or the part itself holding it with tweezers. If nothing works, then it is best to contact a service center.
Do not try to force the SIM card out of the tablet. Do not pick with a screwdriver or sharp object. So, you can cause mechanical damage to the device, which will put the gadget out of action for a long time.
Software failures and methods for eliminating them
A rather difficult situation is when, for example, a Lenovo tablet does not see a SIM card that is known to be working. What to do in this case?
- Contact the store with a reasoned complaint about a malfunction of the device.
- Check the firmware version yourself for compatibility with your device.
- Uninstall third-party software.
- Perform a hard reset of the device, first saving the necessary data to the memory card.
If there are no positive results, seek help from a specialized workshop. Calm down, the flashing process is a fairly quick and relatively inexpensive procedure for this type of electronics such as a tablet.
Under the cover on the back of the case
Relevant for Digma, Explay tablets, and also the only way to insert a SIM card into an Irbis tablet - even in the 2018 model.
Here, not the entire back cover is removed, as was done in older models of smartphones and phones, but only part of it - a narrow panel along the upper or lower edge of the back of the case.
The same instructions are suitable for inserting a SIM card into a Prestigio tablet.
For Lenovo Yoga
To insert a SIM card into the Lenovo Yoga tablet, you also need to remove a special panel. However, it is located on the left (as if we were looking at the spine of a book) and unfastens differently.
Here's what to do:
If you are not used to using a tablet, but most often you use a phone - read our other article about how to insert a SIM card into an iPhone or, for example, into a Samsung!
To remove a SIM card from such a slot, use the instructions below, from the subsection “How to remove...”.
Please note: the cover, which is removed to insert a SIM card into the Digma tablet, covers the entire upper end of the device and the space where the camera eye is located. The panel itself is soft and easily separates from the body.
External slot, with cover and without tray
This is a transitional option - here, to get to the slot, you no longer need to remove the panel covering it, but the SIM card tray is not yet included in the design.
How to insert a SIM card into a Samsung tablet or other device of a similar design:
By the way, some models of Lenovo tablets do not have a regular slot under the plug, but with a pull-out tray. Its side is slightly convex and is easy to grab onto. The chip in this tray on the Prestigio is placed according to the picture on the plug.
If you want to choose the right 4g tablet, read our article with a review of the top models!
How to remove a SIM card from such a slot?
Perhaps the above instructions on how to insert a SIM card into a tablet seemed familiar to you, but a guess arose in your head on how to remove the card.
Yes, the same principle that is used for SD cards in cameras and laptops really works here:
Please note: you should move the plug carefully, do not pull it to the side too much. The “leg” that attaches the plug to the body is made of a thin piece of silicone and can come off.
Earrings or piercings
The right tool for the job may be closer than you think—on your body, for example. Traditional earrings with thinner hooks work best. On others, you may need to unscrew the ball/spike at the end. More extreme piercings may be too large to open the SIM tray.
