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Default 12-04-2007, 02:46 AM

the first post says the latest desktop software is 4.2 sp2...is that true? i have 4.3 (just got my bb so im out of the loop)
   
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Default 12-04-2007, 12:51 PM

4.3 is more than 4.2. So what do you think?
   
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Default 12-10-2007, 08:39 AM

This one seemed to fix the lowercase/uppercase "EDGE" issue I was having with my BB, I also haven't had to resend any messages....... yet. We'll see if that issue is fixed.


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Default 12-12-2007, 12:40 PM

Hello again John. Thanks for your help yesterday.
I checked my Desktop manager and found I have:
Device manager 4.2.2.10
BB Manager 3.2.0.1
Application Loader 4.2.2.14
RIM Program 1.0.0.35
Should I change to what you list below? I am trying to get the internal modem to work with Blackberry Maps

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This OS can be loaded on ANY carrier's GSM 8700 Blackberry.

Package Version: 4.2.1.180
App Version: 4.2.1.108
Platform: 2.3.0.86

File Name: 8700M_PBr4[1].2.1_rel180_PL2.3.0.86_A4.2.1.108.exe

Direct links to download (Release Notes Included):

TMobile Europe


Instructions for installing:

This OS will work on any GSM/GPRS/EDGE 8700c/g/v/f/r
1. Make sure you have the latest version of Desktop Manager installed. It's 4.2 SP2 and can be downloaded from the link above or Click Here.
2. Download the above file to the PC then install it to the PC by running the file you downloaded.
3. Locate the vendor.xml file and delete it. It's located in c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader
4. Plug in BB and Open Desktop Manager. You should be prompted to upgrade.
The process takes about 45 minutes to an hour depending on how much data you have to backup and restore during the process. Once it's done loading the new OS it will reboot (it may do this twice during the entire process.) You will see a white screen with an hourglass for up to 20 minutes at a time while the DM says "waiting for initialization."
If you end up with a white screen with small icons and the number 507, simply connect to DM again and run application loader again and it should load the OS to the device.


(Link to Previous OS thread 4.2.1.107 Click Here)
   
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Default 12-12-2007, 12:51 PM

You're fine with what you have.
   
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Default 12-12-2007, 12:57 PM

Bell Mobility told me that the GPS I have will not work with BBMaps unless I purchase a plan from them. When I pressed them they dsaid I may be able to find software somewhere that will make it work. Do you know of any carriers software that does allow the internal GPS to work with BBMaps so I dont have to pay for a plan?
   
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Default 12-15-2007, 11:40 AM

will this work fine without any errors on the bb 8700r???
   
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Default 12-15-2007, 11:49 AM

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will this work fine without any errors on the bb 8700r???
Yes; follow the instructions carefully (do not miss the step about locating and deleting VENDOR.XML on your PC C: drive) and it will work.
   
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Default 12-15-2007, 11:59 AM

ok thanks ill try it now, and will it work on rogers and fido in canada also??

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Default 12-15-2007, 01:24 PM

Yes, it works just fine with Rogers and Fido.


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Default 12-15-2007, 04:03 PM

Thanks
   
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Default 12-19-2007, 05:19 AM

Hello, don't download from first post...
   
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Default 12-20-2007, 10:56 AM

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Hello, don't download from first post...
why not? I'm downloading from it right now ... plan on putting it on an 8700 as soon as it comes in.
   
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Default 12-20-2007, 11:04 AM

Just an update: This release (at least since the previous release I was running, which was the one Rogers adopted) COMPLETELY eliminated the having to re-send a message/message failed issue.

Also isn't doing the uppercase/lowercase EDGE thing like the previous release I was running either.

All-in-all, VERY happy with this release.


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Default 12-20-2007, 12:40 PM

Is there any news about a newer upgrade? Sorry for bumping... It has been a boring day


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Default How do you get the upgrade to the BB? - 12-24-2007, 02:56 AM

I followed the instructions in the first thread and successfully downloaded the new O/S to the desktop manager which is now at 4.2.2.14. Then nothing. How do I get my BB upgraded? It is still at 4.1.0.351.

Should I skip 4.2 and go to 4.3 now?

Why do RIM make how to do all this so obscure?

Thanks for your help.
   
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Default 12-24-2007, 03:14 AM

It's not obscure. Please follow ALL of the instructions in the first post.

No need for Desktop Manager 4.3.
   
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Default 12-28-2007, 11:56 AM

Works great!
   
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Default 12-31-2007, 07:55 PM

Just installed the update. After doing so I can't seem to find my internet browser. Any suggestions?
   
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Default 12-31-2007, 08:12 PM

Go to Options >Advanced Options >Host Routing Table. Hit trackwheel and select "Register Now."
   
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Default 12-31-2007, 08:16 PM

thanks John! Appreciate it.
   
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