How to Activate an iPhone with AT&T
Go to https://www.att.com/activations/.,Click on Activate your device.,Enter your wireless number.,Enter your billing zip code., Click on Continue., Locate your iPhone's IMEI number., Enter and verify your IMEI number., Restart your iPhone.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Go to https://www.att.com/activations/.
Follow the on-screen prompts to proceed with activation., The IMEI number is usually printed on the back of the iPhone's packaging.
It's printed on a white sticker with barcodes and is often labeled "IMEI/MEID." You can also access the IMEI number by dialing *#06#.
It's also available via your iPhone's settings:
Tap the Settings app .
Tap General.
Tap About. , When asked, input your IMEI number and verify that it matches the one listed on the AT&T site associated with your account., Once finished with the online activation prompts, hold down the Sleep/Wake button until you see "slide to power off" on your screen, then slide the power button to the right.
Wait 5 minutes and then press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until you see the Apple logo.
Your iPhone should be activated on the AT&T network.
If you could not complete the activation online, you will need to call AT&T's customer support or visit an AT&T store to talk with an AT&T representative to finish activating your iPhone. -
Step 2: Click on Activate your device.
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Step 3: Enter your wireless number.
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Step 4: Enter your billing zip code.
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Step 5: Click on Continue.
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Step 6: Locate your iPhone's IMEI number.
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Step 7: Enter and verify your IMEI number.
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Step 8: Restart your iPhone.
Detailed Guide
Follow the on-screen prompts to proceed with activation., The IMEI number is usually printed on the back of the iPhone's packaging.
It's printed on a white sticker with barcodes and is often labeled "IMEI/MEID." You can also access the IMEI number by dialing *#06#.
It's also available via your iPhone's settings:
Tap the Settings app .
Tap General.
Tap About. , When asked, input your IMEI number and verify that it matches the one listed on the AT&T site associated with your account., Once finished with the online activation prompts, hold down the Sleep/Wake button until you see "slide to power off" on your screen, then slide the power button to the right.
Wait 5 minutes and then press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until you see the Apple logo.
Your iPhone should be activated on the AT&T network.
If you could not complete the activation online, you will need to call AT&T's customer support or visit an AT&T store to talk with an AT&T representative to finish activating your iPhone.
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