Novatel MiFi 2 4G LTE Hotspot SIM Card Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show you step by step how to remove a dead SIM Card from your Novatel Hotspot device. This requires the removal of the black plastic battery cover and the battery.

Step 1 Battery Cover

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Unplug the charger from your Novatel Hotspot device.
Place the Novatel Hotspot device face down on a flat, clean surface.
Place your thumb under the latch of the black plastic battery cover as shown.
Remove the battery cover. This will require some force.

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Step 2 Battery

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Gently place your thumb on the right side of the battery as shown.
Remove the battery from its socket by lifting it up and out.

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Step 3 SIM Card

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Once the battery has been removed, the SIM Card slot can be accessed.
Carefully take out the dead SIM Card by lifting it from its position with your fingers.

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