BlackBerry Scheme
A BlackBerry is a mobile phone and email device connected to the GSM/GPRS network. It allows your email messages to be delivered to your handheld without needing to download, to make phone calls, send and receive SMS messages and browse the Internet.
BlackBerry offer the following key features:
- Accessand manage GroupWise Email
- Synchronise GroupWise contacts and calendar features
- View email attachments on the move (.doc, .ppt, .pdf)
- Use wireless networks, such as eduroam , in addition to the mobile phone
- Fast network connectivity
- Long lasting battery and high resolution display
- Cost-effective roaming data bundles
Purchasing Blackberry through IT Services
Staff can purchase and use the Blackberry Enterprise Server to manage synchronisation of email, calendar and contacts. In order to have a Blackberry you must have a Grant Code which the bills can be assigned to. You will need to fill the Blackberry Request Form (DOC 0.04 MB) , have it signed by your grant holder authorized signatory and RGCO and return it to IT Services by internal post or email alice.curham@lshtm.ac.uk. The device usually takes about a week to arrive.
Please NOTE that personally owned Blackberry which uses Blackberry Internet Service will NOT be supported on our Blackberry Enterprise Server.
- Blackberry Cost and Tariff
- Blackberry Handheld User Guide
- Blackberry Troubleshooting and Useful Tips
- Blackberry Help and Support
- UK and International Information Coverage
For any further details or troubleshooting please email: itshelpdesk@lshtm.ac.uk or Ring +44 (0) 20 7927 2186
