Thanks SR. Re-installed everything, started the Desktop Manager, then connect the handheld and it seems to work now. I also noted that the "Use IP header compression" keeps resetting to enabled.

Scott

Just to report that I make the modem connection works in France
on a SFR/Vodafone 8700f blackberry.

Here are the setting I use :

Extra initialization commands: +cgdcont=1,"IP","websfr"
Phone number: *99# (it's a GSM network)
Username: (blank)
Password: (blank)

So, it looks like (to me) that this is an actual supported service from -in my case- Cingular?

We have a number of folks that are looking at a Salesforce.com deployment, and state that the BB integration isn't enough, so they need cellular cards for their laptops. I think this would be a much better solution, considering we're already paying for an unlimited data plan.

The question for us would be is this indeed a supported solution...? If so, then we can offer it to our users instead of setting up a new cellular contract for each person.

I followed your instructions on setting up my Blackberry as a modem. I have a 7130c. I thought I had things set up but once I dial the number, things looked like they were going to work, but once it attempts to register with the network, I get the following error message:

TCP/IP CP reported error 736 The remote computer terminated the control protocol.


Any ideas?

Thanks
cjmacari

Hi,
I'm new to this forum. I have a company issued Blackberry 7250 on a BES server with a unlimited data plan. The carrier is Verizon. I get the error message 691: Access was denied becaouse the username and/or password was invalid on the domain. I called Verizon they told me I need to get the tethered solution package at a cost of $15.00. I checked with my company they said no, I even offered to pay the $15.00 they still said no. Got any ideas. My BB has a internet icon on the desktop and I can serf the net with it if you call it that. Is there a way to get XP pro to see the BB as something other than a modem to access the internet?

Thanks for the walkthrough. I have a new 8700g from T-Mobile, and followed the steps and it connected the first time and works like a charm.
Again, Thanks for the walkthrough.
Jess

Has anybody had any success with connecting as a modem to Windows 98 SE? I have 4.1 BDM & a 7100, but can't get windows to see the modem.

Thanks for your help.

any thoughts on the COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED? 8700c, just trying this for the first time.

AT+GMM - BlackBerry IP Modem
AT+FCLASS=? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
AT#CLS=? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
AT+GCI? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
AT+GCI=? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
ATI1 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI2 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI3 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI4 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI5 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI6 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI7 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATQ0V1E0 - OK

no ideas...anyone? drats, my verizon broadband is AWESOME except when I'm at the boat, and then it's pretty pathetic...but I have a cingular antenna about 250 feet away and 5 bars on the 8700c....hmmmmm

Hi,

I just followed the instructions as outlined on page 1 of this thread, and it works great. I can now connect my laptop to the internet from anywhere using EDGE.

I use T-Mobile with the BlackBerry 8700G phone

Thanks for this great article.

Robert

Has anyone tried this with cellular one? I tried the steps listed but could't establish a connection.

Any ideas would be very much appreiciated.

Duane

I am having the same issue. I get to the exact same point and I cannot connect. I thought this was an inclusive data plan. Is anyone else having the same issue????

Thanks

ATQ0V1E0 - OK
AT+GMM - BlackBerry IP Modem
AT+FCLASS=? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
AT#CLS=? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
AT+GCI? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
AT+GCI=? - COMMAND NOT SUPPORTED
ATI1 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI2 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI3 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI4 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI5 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI6 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem
ATI7 - Research in Motion / BlackBerry IP Modem

so this is where i think im stuck, it reads this after the query and i get error 633 - something like its not working properly or something else is using the port. can someone PLEASE help me. btw i have the zen theme installed on my 8700g if that matters at all.

It worked for me! I'm on a 7105t with T-Mobile, connecting from my XP laptop. I followed the instructions exactly & it worked.

I mustve missed something because it didn't work for me and I have the 8700g with T-Mobile.

yea it didnt work for me either.

Hi,

I also have an 8700g and couldn't get it to work until I blanked out the +cdgcont=1,"IP","wap.voicestream.com" string from my Control Panel > Modem > Properties > Advanced "Extra initialization commands".

Try leaving that blank and then it should work!

If that doesn't work then...
you might want to be sure your Desktop Manager is the very latest version (as of today it's 4.1.1.19 - Feb 24 2006) - To download it, do a Google.com search for "Blackberry Desktop Manager" and you'll be able to find it. Get "Service Pack 1 (English)"

Hope that helps!

Check out our Video Tutorials and eBooks at BlackBerryMadeSimple.com : The Best BlackBerry Learning Tools - Video Tutorials, Custom Videos, Books and Training. when you get a chance!

Martin

Nextel told me to download 4.1 blackberry desktop and the servicepack for blackberry and it automatically has the modem in it. Of course they did say you have to configure your browser and messenger proxies. Modem service is only for dial up use, so you'd use phone minutes and need a dial up provider as well.

Just go to blackberry.com, hit personal life at bottom, then software and desktop or internet solutions icon should take you right to it.

I just went to internet options, connections, dial up and set proxies to localhost and 3128 I think. I did not try it out, because I wasnt going to waste money on dial up or my phone minutes when I have data package on my phone.

Nextel has a portable modem for car, home, office for 249.00 and plans starting at 50.00 (am sure thats very limited) but I will try that. Sprint is with Nextel, but their wireless pc card would require me to go through another credit check, pay 99.00 for the pccard and then pay like 80.00 to get an unlimited service.

I am looking to replace my cable internet as they are being taken over by AOL Time Warner which means all prices will rise and they might restrict freedoms we have now on cable (my opinion) so I am not dealing with that, lol

I wish they would make an anywhere unlimited data plan for the laptop costing about 50.00 a month?

Thanks,
Crissy

Check out the data card with T-Mobile!! Their data card service is inexpensive and includes hot spot access as well as use nationally and internationally (if you travel). Data card is $149.99. Service is $49.99 if you don't already have T-Mobile service.

By the way, that's for unlimited internet service on your laptop with hotspot access as well, which is included in that $49.99.

Hi,

we have found the following,

The double quote was not recognized by the modem. the corrcet one is on the right side.

The following example is for Luxgsm in Luxembourg.

AT+CGDCONT=1,”IP”,”web.pt.lu” <> AT+CGDCONT=1,"IP", "web.pt.lu"

I tried this with the Verizon 7130e and couldn't get it to work. Do i have to change anything on my Blackberry or not?

i tried with a verizon 7130e and couldn't get it to work. do i have to change anything on my blackberry?

I believe with Verizon that you have to pay for additional services in order to use the BlackBerry as a modem. Any VZW customers around to verify that?

Thanks. I tried the Shark Modem and it works but it is very slow. Do you know anything about that and if you do, what is the advantages of actually buying the software instead of just using the trial version?

Good Day I have a BB8700G but I am unable to detect the modem on it.

I am trying to install it on a HP NC4010. If someone can kindly give some advice I will be really grateful. I can be contact on MSN at .

Thank you

I have followed the instructions and all went well. UNTIL I tried to use it. The #777 for verizon (in the houston,TX area) did not work. can someone please advise?

I have read all of the posts and I am still not too clear on the charge to the data plan. Is there going to be extra charges for data if the user do not have the Blackberry connect unlimited either thought they have unlimited blackberry Data.

Does anyone get extra data charges on the Cingular network without the Blackberry connect plan?

I was able to configure a 8700c Cingular Blue(AT&T) sim card and it got connect without any of the WIX items.

I am just afraid that there are extra charges.

What about using Shark Modem via the BES MDS server? Will that by-pass the Cingular data network restrictions? If the Shark Modem using direct TCP IP, then will that get extra charges as well?

Please clarify before my shocking bill show up. Thanks.

I tried the same within Germany with the following config and setups and it works great:
The environment:
Device: 8700
Provider: T-Mobile
Mail via BES 4.0
LapTop XP Prof SP1

Just follow the settings for T-Mobile USA
Only difference is item 8. Special config steps enter:
+cgdcont=1,"IP","internet.t-mobile"

Its working. Thanks a lot.

Does anyone know how to export the RAS connection out easily to other users? Back in the NT days, it used to be rasphone.ini, but I think it is all registry based now. Has anyone tried this?

I use Verizon Wireless and a 7130e. I successfully installed the Shark Modem. I got it to dial VZW as well. The BB displays "Modem Mode Enabled" and the phone switches to 1x from 1XEV. However, I keep getting Error 691 username or password is invalid on the domain. I have tried both vzw and my 10 digit phone number as my password. I am provisioned through a B2B account with unlimited data. Any advice?

Also, is VZW still offering tether for one month free? I am just trying it out to see if I use it often.

Does anyone know if I use Shark Modem and have the Blackberry configure to use MDS--will bypass the extra data charge? Since all data is going via the BES network? Does anyone know?

I was on the Blackberry Tech Support with T-Mobile and this is what i got and it works. i can load webpages and everyhting. connected at 115.2 Kbps

This came fron the T-Mobile Tech him self he sent me to the website with all the info on it to tell me how to do this......

1. On the PC, connect the USB cable from the USB port to the side of the handset.
Windows will detect the handset and install the drivers.
2. Double click on the Desktop Manager icon.
3. Click on Options and then Connection Settings.
4. Click on Detect.
5. When the Warning dialog box appears, click on OK.
6. The dialog box should display: USB handheld found, then click on OK.
7. Ensure that the Connection field displays USB-PIN: XXXX and click on OK.
8. Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel and then double click on the System icon.
9. Click on the Hardware tab and then click on the Device Manager button.
10. Click the + next to Ports (COM & LPT) and make a note of which COM port is assigned
to the RIM Virtual Serial Port.
11. Return to the Control Panel and double click on the Phone and Modem Options icon.
12. Click on the Modems tab and click on Add....
13. Check Don't detect my modem; and click on Next.
14. Click to select Standard Modem Types from the Manufacturer list.
15. Click to select Standard 56000 bps Modem from the Models list.
16. Click on Next.
17. Click to select the COM port assigned to the RIM Virtual Serial Port and click on Next.
18. Click on Finish.
19. Click once on the Standard 56000 bps Modem and click on Properties.
20. Click on the Advanced tab.
21. Type +cgdcont=1,"IP","wap.voicestream","",0,0 in the Extra initialization commands field.
22. Click on OK to complete the setup.



Setting up the connection

1. On the PC, click on Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double click on Network Connections.
2. Click on the link to Create a new connection.
3. This will open a New Connection Wizard. Click on Next to begin the setup.
4. Click to select Connect to the Internet.
5. Click on Next.
6. Click to select Set up my connection manually.
7. Click on Next.
8. Click to select Connect using a dial-up modem.
9. Click on Next.
10. Check the box to select the Standard 56000 bps Modem.
11. Ensure it is the only modem checked, and click on Next.
12. For the ISP Name, type T-Mobile GPRS.
13. Click on Next.
14. For the Phone number type *99#
15. Click on Next.
16. If prompted, click to select whether you would like this connection available for Anyone’s use, or My use only.
17. Click on Next.
18. Ensure the User name, Password, and Confirm password fields are blank.
19. Check to select from the available options below, and then click on Next.
20. Click on Finish to complete the setup.



Making the connection

1. On the PC, return to the Network Connections folder, and double click on the T-Mobile GPRS icon.
2. Ensure that the Username and Password fields are blank.
3. Ensure the number to Dial is *99#
4. Click on Dial .

You will now be connected to the T-Mobile GPRS service.

Hi, Your info is truly very helpful.

However i need your help, In India, only AIRTEL is offering BB services. Do you konw the login and pswd fro AIRTEL?

Thanks

dumb question, anyone got this to work with a mac and OS X?

I have the same problem with 8700g, tcp/ip error 736, anybody could help, i've looked all over the places....... Please.......

What process did you follow to make this work, I have the same setup with a 7250 with Alltel. What was the codes you put in and dialing number?

Is the desktop manager software a MUST for me to make this work????

Because my IT department has threatened my life if I install it

Can I avoid it by using Sharkmodem?

I have a cingular 8700c

Hi,

I am based in India and subscribe to Blackberry using Airtel. I have a 8700g and wish to use it as a modem to connect to internet on my laptop.

Please help me with the step by step procedure.

Thanks
Mukesh

I've installed several VZAccess managers to use tethered modem. Today I spent over an hour with support. Can't completed VZAccess install. I receive the following error message, 'Unable to create new connection - Error 711', after entering the mobile number in the VZAccess Wizard.

Verizon TSupport said it was a registry problem, and I should review some Microsoft document....seems like an odd response to me.

Perhaps I need to dig into the dialup settings?