Blackberry 8700g Getting Started - Page 15

• Utilize SSL: Turn on Secure Sockets Layer encryption for retrieving messages from this account, if SSL is supported by your Internet service provider. Note: If you add a corporate Microsoft Outlook or IBM Lotus Notes email account, you might be prompted to install the BlackBerry Mail Connector application on your computer. Complete the on-screen instructions. See "What is the BlackBerry Mail Connector?" on page 21 for more information. 8. Click Submit. Set account options Set additional account and message options by logging into your account using a desktop browser. To access your account using a desktop browser, the following system requirements apply: • Internet browser: Microsoft® Internet Explorer version 5.01, 5.5, or 6.0 (or later) or Netscape® Communicator version 4.08 to 4.58 with JavaScript™ enabled Note: Netscape Communicator version 6 (or later) is not supported. • Operating system: Microsoft® Windows® 95, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT® (version 4), Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Mac OS® 9.0 or 10.0 1. In your desktop browser, type the web address provided by your wireless service provider. 2. Log in to your account. 3. Use this web site to set additional account options, which include • reactivating your account • changing your password • creating an auto signature • setting options for sent messages • switching to a new device See the BlackBerry Internet Service Online Help for more information about setting these options. Install the BlackBerry Desktop Software Install the BlackBerry Desktop Software to perform any of the following actions: • synchronize personal information management (PIM) data such as contacts, tasks, and appointments • backup and restore device data • load new device programs such as updated system software, games, and third-party personal information management programs • charge your device using your computer To install the 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 • 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/com/default.mspx for the USB driver to operate as expected. 1. Insert the BlackBerry Desktop Software Installation CD into your CD drive. 2. Complete the on-screen instructions. • Select BlackBerry Internet Service as your account integration option. 11