How can I use my old iPhone 3GS as just an iPod.

I updated my old iphone 3GS to iOS 5.1 and now I can't use it as just an ipod. It won't sync without a SIM card. I don't need one. Can someone help me out?

See http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3406.
Edit:  You'll need a SIM card from the carrier it is locked to.  Doesn't have to be an activated SIM card but needs to be in the phone to re-activate it.  If you don't have one, ask you carrier if they have a deactivated one you can use.

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