Cell phone users often text others in extreme circumstances, or use texting simply to say "hello," and they receive important calls that they may need to access later. Being able to retrieve texts and information about previous calls will allow you to access information that you, at one point, thought was lost. A few inexpensive, yet basic pieces of equipment will assist you in retrieving data from your SIM card.
Instructions
1. Purchase a memory card reader from your local office supply store. Memory card readers connect to your computer and allow you to view content on cards that attach to various devices. Make sure your memory card reader states that it reads SIM (subscriber identity module) cards.
2. Connect your memory card reader to your computer via a USB port.
3. Reboot your PC. Most memory card readers have plug-and-play technology. Rebooting the computer, however, will allow your hardware to function properly and ensures the computer will recognize your new external equipment.
4. Turn your phone off. Remove the back case and battery to find your SIM card. Carefully remove the SIM card and place it into your memory card reader.
5. If you are using Windows, click on "My Computer" to access the newly added external drive. Click on the SIM card within its sub-folder. (External drives on your computer are usually labeled by a letter "F" or "G.") If you are using a Mac, click on your hard drive icon (usually labeled "Macintosh HD" ) on your main screen and you will see your memory card reader and its sub-directories.
6. Attempt to access the SIM card and its contents.
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