Using the blackberry with PC modem

• May 6, 2008

• #2

jpaf

MIS

Sep 26, 2002

313

GB

Some of the BlackBerry devices can be used as modems. But the cost is prohibitive to most people; especially roaming abroad, it can rack up huge bills.

 

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• May 6, 2008

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telcodog

Technical User

Jan 1, 2007

1,443

CA

I appreciatre the heads up jpaf. This is a company device and that's what they want me to be able to do so cost is not an issue at this time.
What I need though is how to set it up and what, if anything, I need to set up on the PC as well. Blackberry documents aren't much help on this one.

 

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• May 6, 2008

• #4

GLComputing

IS-IT--Management

Dec 30, 2006

1,312

AU

Most people would use the BB as a tethered modem (broadband).

But for your purpose, this looks good -

http://www.blackberryforums.com/blackberry-guides/2019-user-howto-use-blackberry-modem-laptop.html

Regards,
Mike Lazarus
ACT! Evangelist
GL Computing, Aust

http://www.GLComputing.com.au

 

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• May 6, 2008

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telcodog

Technical User

Jan 1, 2007

1,443

CA

Just looked through the info on that link and I think that's exactly what I need.

I'll try to set it up and let you know if it works.

Thanks again for your help.

 

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• May 10, 2008

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Zelandakh

MIS

Mar 12, 1999

12,173

GB

I've not read that link but I've used a BB as a modem many times and it works well. Especially when doing company business if the bill is picked up!!

 

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