Installing the BlackBerry Desktop Software

Install the BlackBerry Desktop Software on a computer to perform any of the following actions:

Synchronize personal information management (PIM) data, such as contacts, tasks, and appointments.

Backup and restore your BlackBerry 8703e data.

Load new programs on your BlackBerry 8703e, such as updated system software, games, and third-party personal information management programs.

Charge your BlackBerry 8703e using your computer.

To install the BlackBerry Desktop Software, the following system requirements apply:

Intel®-compatible 486 or higher computer that is compliant with USB 1.1 or later.

Windows® 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, or Windows XP.

CD-ROM drive.

Available USB port.

If you use Windows 98 (not Windows 98 Second Edition), you must download the DCOM 98 version 1.3 update from www.microsoft.com/default.mspx for the USB driver to operate as expected.

To install the BlackBerry Desktop Software:

1.Insert the BlackBerry Desktop Software Installation CD into your CD drive.

2.Complete the onscreen instructions.

Select BlackBerry Internet Service as your account integration option.

3.When the installation is complete, connect the smaller end of the USB cable to your BlackBerry 8703e.

4.Connect the larger end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

5.On the Windows taskbar, click Start.

6.Click Programs > BlackBerry > Desktop Manager.

Note: To find more information about the features of the BlackBerry Desktop Software, click Help > Desktop Help Contents.

Setting Up Your BlackBerry 8703e

Setting Up Your BlackBerry 8703e

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