Blackberry 3980228 About roaming, Switch wireless networks manually

User Guide Wireless network coverage

About roaming

In most cases, your BlackBerry® device automatically connects to an appropriate wireless network when you travel outside your wireless service provider's wireless coverage area. If your device requires a SIM card, your wireless service provider might have to set up your SIM card for roaming services before you can use a different wireless network.

An indicator appears on your device to let you know that you are roaming outside of your wireless service provider's wireless coverage area. You might also have to provide login information before you can access the wireless network. For more information about roaming, contact your wireless service provider.

Switch wireless networks manually

To perform this task, your wireless service plan must include this service and your BlackBerry® device must be connected to a GSM® or UMTS network.

Your device is designed to switch to an appropriate wireless network automatically when you travel.

1.On the Home screen, click the Options icon.

2.Click Mobile Network.

3.Change the Network Selection Mode field to Manual.

4.Click Scan for Available Networks.

5.Click a wireless network.

6.Click Select Network.

7.Press the Menu key.

8.Click Save.

To connect to your wireless service provider's wireless network again, change the Network Selection Mode field to Automatic.

Verify the status of network connections and services

1.On the Home screen, click the Manage Connections icon.

2.Click Services Status.

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