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How to Replace the SIM & Memory Card in a Samsung Galaxy S7/Edge

Open the SIM/micoSD card tray on your Samsung Galaxy S7 phone

By Jason Hidalgo Jason Hidalgo Writer University of Nevada, Reno Jason Hidalgo is an award-winning technology and business journalist whose writing has also appeared in Engadget, USA Today, and the Reno Gazette-Journal. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on September 11, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Samsung Samsung Quick Tips

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S7 Edge: Turn off the device. Open the SIM/memory card tray and insert the ejection pin to pop out the tray. Gently pull to remove it.Then, place the new SIM/memory card on the tray. Match the shape with your SIM card or microSD card. Replace the tray and reinsert it.S7: Use the ejection pin to release the SIM and memory card tray. Replace the SIM/MicroSD card and then reinsert the tray. This article explains how to take apart your phone to replace the SIM and memory cards for your Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge devices.

How to Replace the SIM and Memory Card in a Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

The SIM and memory cards are located in the same spot on both devices: the top edge of the phone, which is marked by a thin rectangular slot with a tiny pinhole. Make sure your phone is turned off before you begin: Find your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge ejection pin. If you bought your Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge brand new, you will find a small metal key in the box, which you can use to access the SIM and memory cards. If you don't have the ejection pin, you can use a straightened paper clip. Lifewire / Jason Hidalgo Open the SIM/memory card tray. Insert the ejection pin (or paperclip) into the pinhole to make the tray pop out. Gently pull on the edges of the tray to remove it. Lifewire / Jason Hidalgo Place the SIM/memory card on the tray. Match the shape of the recessed areas with your SIM card and/or microSD card. The name and brand on both cards should be facing up, and the gold part of the SIM card should be facing down. For devices that do not have a SIM or memory card installed yet, you’ll notice two rectangular openings. The larger one is for the memory card, and the smaller inner recess is for the SIM card. Lifewire / Jason Hidalgo Replace the tray. Gently insert the tray back into the phone and push until it is securely in place. Lifewire / Jason Hidalgo

How to Replace the SIM and Memory Card in a Samsung Galaxy S7

For those who own the regular Samsung Galaxy S7, the procedure is basically the same: Open the SIM/memory card tray. Use the ejection pin or a straightened paperclip to press into the pinhole for the SIM and memory card tray. The tray should pop out after using the requisite amount of force. Lifewire / Jason Hidalgo Replace the SIM/MicroSD card and then replace the tray. Align your SIM or memory card into the tray, then carefully slide the tray back into the slot opening. Press on it until the tray is securely sealed. Lifewire / Jason Hidalgo Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Swap SIM Cards on Your Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge 8 Solutions for When Your iPhone Says No SIM How to Remove the SIM Card From Your iPhone Samsung Galaxy A Phones: What You Need to Know How to Insert a SIM Card Into a Smartphone How to Remove Motorola Droid 2 Back Cover How to Check if an iPhone Is Unlocked How to Open an iPhone SIM Card Without an Ejector Tool How to Set an SD Card as Default Storage in Android Everything You Need to Know About iPhone SIM Cards How to Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S7 How to Move Apps to an SD Card for Your Android Devices How to Fix a 'Not Registered on Network' Error on Samsung Galaxy How to Fix It When an Apple TV Remote Isn't Working What is a SIM Card? How to Transfer Your Contacts From Android to iPhone Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies