Configuring a Blackberry to receive email from the Law School email server is easy. You can find configuration, purchasing information, and instructions on the Blackberry 7250/7750 models and the Treo 650/ 700s models below:
The IT department can also help you configure your PDA. We operate a Blackberry Enterprise Server (BES). The Blackberry server synchronizes your Lotus Notes email, calendar, To-Do list, etc...with your Blackberry device. At the moment, there are only plans for the Blackberry server service.
Unfortunately, the Law School IT department is not in a position to support the hardware and software on your PDA, but we will be happy to take a look, assist you in the configuration, and point you in the right direction. At present, if you have a device failure or severe data mismatch on your PDA you'll have to contact Verizon www.verizonwireless.com, if that's your carrier of choice, for support.
IT and the University has worked with Verizon to offer bundle plans and competitive pricing. When you are ready to purchase your Blackberry or Treo, you can contact the Columbia Verizon Wireless Sales representative directly. Our representative's information is listed below: Verizon Wireless Sales Representative: John Mester 914-844-5122 John.Mester@verizonwireless.com.
To reduce the risk of unauthorized access to the data on your device, please remember to:
set the device to auto-lock or security timeout after approximately 20 minutes of inactivity
create a password to unlock the device
immediately call the CLS-IT Helpdesk at 212-854-1370 to suspend service on a lost or stolen mobile device.
Automatic Protection and Help
The following links to instructions outline the easy steps to secure BlackBerry, Treo and iPhone devices.
If you would like additional help, please call the CLS-IT Helpdesk at 212-854-1370 and a Helpdesk Service Technician will be happy to assist you with this process.
Please report a lost or stolen Blackberry to the Helpdesk, prior to disconnecting cell phone service. If your Blackberry is connected to our Blackberry Enterprise Server (BES) ; we may be able to issue a password on the device or wipe the device clean.
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Using your Blackberry as a Modem..a.k.a. "Tethered Mode"
With Mobile Broadband Connect, you can use your Verizon Wireless phone, Smartphone or BlackBerry® device as a modem for your notebook when you connect the two using a USB cable, enabling you to access the Internet or your company intranet.
The tethered modem capability is ideal when you’re traveling and need to use your notebook to check email, access corporate networks, or download large files like presentations and reports. And with Mobile Broadband Connect, you won’t have to buy an extra PC Card or other devices. Please click here for more details.
Creating a tethered modem - BlackBerry
To utilize the wireless device as a tethered modem, the Mobile Broadband Connect feature is required. Please refer to the Mobile Broadband Connect Overview for more information.
3. From the VZAccess Manager main screen, click Connect. If the VZAccess Manager application does not launch after installation, click Start > Programs (All Programs) > VZAccess Manager.
