Originally Posted by
snailrunner Thanks, did what hootyhoo suggested and this is what I see:
SIM disabled (there isn't one in it)
Network Inactive
Network subset Disabled
Service Provider Disabled
Corporate Disabled
So what now? If I put my T-Mobile SIM in it (and have tried both ways as it isn't at all clear which end goes in first!) it still says Insert SIM Card, with wireless on there is no signal and although it was only £15, I am wondering if I have wasted my money. The seller says she bought it from someone else on Ebay (that old chestnut...)
Your phone is unlocked. Looks like the phone might not be reading the SIM card. Try taking out the battery and then put a piece of paper between SIM and back cover to make pressure on SIM. Metal contacts of the sim should face the inside of the phone.
Then go to Options/Mobile Network and make sure the phone is on 2G only.