[carrieb1]

Ok i have a blackberry 8700C

i am new to bb.

I want to upgrade it to be able to bluetooth files and mp3's.

I need some sort of walthrough...


OH, and my blackberry didnt come with a CD to put in the computer.... or a wallcharger...but i got one. but everything els i got.

[aiharkness]

Wirelessly posted (8700g: BlackBerry8700/4.2.1 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/100)

See http://blackberryfaq.com/index.php/H..._BlackBerry%3F. Don't know if you'll get everything you want from blackberry, though. (Or get what you want with an 8700)

[carrieb1]

yeah ummm i dont speak genious..... i need a walkthrough for idiots....

[ltj13]

I dont know if the 8700 was the right device for you... Im pretty sure that it doesnt have BT file transfers or a media player... The 8100 and 8300 series may be more what you are looking for... i could be wrong.

[JSanders]

Easy answer, Carrie: On the 8700, you can't send files and mp3 music via bluetooth. An upgrade won't do you much good.

And you're not an idiot.

[paulbblc]

Originally Posted by JSanders

And you're not an idiot.

Exactly, you got a BlackBerry, you've obviously got some brains.

[carrieb1]

ok, ok. Well thats ok.

What do i do about my software?
inever got it with my blackberry. Can i download it somewhere?

[ltj13]

Try your carriers website (I know Tmo has it) or blackberry.com

[Thatzmister2u]

Originally Posted by carrieb1

ok, ok. Well thats ok.

What do i do about my software?
inever got it with my blackberry. Can i download it somewhere?

Sure! Right here! Great for synching Calendar, Contacts, Transferring things and most of all Backups!

BlackBerry Desktop Manager Downloads - BlackBerryFAQ.com

Enjoy!

E-

[JSanders]

Carrie, the link to upgrade instructions and to download your Operating System was posted just above if you looked and will read it through, you will see it is a step by step guide of how to do so.

[Thatzmister2u]

Oh! My bad! I didn't realize that she still wanted to upgrade. I thought she wanted to manage the device, hence the link to DM. And I am not sure on the device capabilities but can't she transfer using DM and a USB?

E-

[JSanders]

Well, I think she needs both... what you posted as well.

[DerlinStiles]

Yes- to upgrade the OS (Operating System) on your phone, start by downloading the Blackberry Desktop Manager software to your home computer. Just click on the link from aiharkness' first post and follow the 1-2-3 directions.
Also- I think you'll need a data cable- i think the 8700c uses a standard type of USB cable, so if you didn't get one with your phone, you might have one from a camera or other device that will fit with your phone.

[carrieb1]

do i download the newest software download?

[carrieb1]

Originally Posted by DerlinStiles

Yes- to upgrade the OS (Operating System) on your phone, start by downloading the Blackberry Desktop Manager software to your home computer. Just click on the link from aiharkness' first post and follow the 1-2-3 directions.
Also- I think you'll need a data cable- i think the 8700c uses a standard type of USB cable, so if you didn't get one with your phone, you might have one from a camera or other device that will fit with your phone.

yes i got one

[JSanders]

For the Desktop Manager, you need the one labeled Version 4.2, Service Pack 2, withOUT Roxio Media Manager.

If you are CERTAIN that you need to upgrade the OS...
For the handheld Operating System, you need this, and follow the instructions as posted EXACTLY.
http://www.blackberryforums.com/gene...le-europe.html

[carrieb1]

Ok well im in the process of doing that now.

[dhollins]

Originally Posted by JSanders

Easy answer, Carrie: On the 8700, you can't send files and mp3 music via bluetooth. An upgrade won't do you much good.

And you're not an idiot.

I have a BB 8700 with 4.2 OS and I can send files, pictures and MP3's through bluetooth with no problems.

[JSanders]

Dang you, dhollins!!!!


With OS 4.2, yes. That was gonna be to Carrie's surprise!

[carrieb1]

hahahahahaha. well it all went very successfull. Thank you everyone for your help i appriciate it

When i go to options and about it says i have an 8700 now. so i hope thats something better.

I havnt noticed any diferance just a tad bit of lag when opening some applications. but thats not a problem at all.
THANKS