[bryanhilton]

Anyone ever figure out what the difference was between handheld 4.1 and previous versions (4.1 requires $15 tethering option add on where previous versions do not). This is the only thing preventing me from upgrading my handheld to 4.1.

[the_craigster]

I downloaded the firmware and am now running my 7250 at 4.0.2.41, and have broadband access. However ever since the upgrade my blue tooth headseat doesn't connect like it used to. I know have to force the headset to connect after placing and recieving calls by pressing the button on my Jabra headset.

Just wondering if anyone else experienced any quirks like this after upgrading their firmware.

Thanks,
Craig

[brunson]

rootdr, two of my coworkers have 8700's on Cingular here in Denver and they are constantly falling off the data network and when they are on it, Edge seems considerably slower than evdo. The hardware is faster and the screen is nicer, but I think I'm sticking with my 7250.

Ninjatek, thank for the advice. I was doing well, no DCR for almost two days, but I had to reboot today and now I can't get back on the network. >:-[ Calling VZW support right now.

[bryanhilton]

Originally Posted by brunson

rootdr, two of my coworkers have 8700's on Cingular here in Denver and they are constantly falling off the data network and when they are on it, Edge seems considerably slower than evdo. The hardware is faster and the screen is nicer, but I think I'm sticking with my 7250.

Ninjatek, thank for the advice. I was doing well, no DCR for almost two days, but I had to reboot today and now I can't get back on the network. >:-[ Calling VZW support right now.

Just remove your battery for ~15 minutes and it will fix your DCR issue on the VZW.

[RickaG]

Originally Posted by Ninjatek

Yes, that is correct.

The EVDO Upgrade to the device all that needs to be added is the ability to Access the EVDO Network and of course the handheld upgrade, to Tether it requires the $15 mo charge and is the BBA Connect Feature (Aka, BroadBand Access Connect)

There is an intended release of 4.1 (Consumer and B2B) for the 7250, however the ETA was first quarter of 2k6 and it has yet to be seen, which is rather frustrating

I just upgraded yesterday, and the tech told me that 4.1 will be released within the next 10-30 days.

Ricka

[amaiman]

Originally Posted by brunson

I did the upgrade thanks to this howto yesterday. The new bandwidth is awesome, but I've got seriously annoying glitch.

After the upgrade it worked for about 3 or 4 hours, then I got a notice "Data Connection Refused". Reset; re *228 option 1 and 2; *22899... no dice. Called Verizon, Teir 1 had me redo all those steps, got bumped to Teir 2, he had me try reregistering then had to leave for 5 minutes to ask a higher up. When he came back he had me do a manual programming in the CDMA service profile screen (##000000). The only thing I did there was re-enter my SIP password ('vzw') and the device reset and I was back on EV-DO. Since then I've had that message 5 more times (six times, since I just did it again) 5 times I simply re-entered the SIP password and it worked.

That sounds familiar, I had the same problem. Here's the fix:
http://www.blackberryforums.com/showthread.php?t=21826

That post says it's for a different model, but the same fix applies here. I had to be escalated through several levels of Verizon support when it happened to me, and the instructions in that post are exactly what the Verizon tech told me to do which resolved my issues. I still can't tether with the new firmware, though, hopefully the Verizon official 4.1 that's supposed to be released this week (yeah right...) will resolve that.

[mookdog]

Can anybody still get the download? I keep getting "server not found" error for download.vzwshop.com. Is the download posted on web anyplace else?
thanks.

[Dusty Saddle]

Originally Posted by mookdog

Can anybody still get the download? I keep getting "server not found" error for download.vzwshop.com. Is the download posted on web anyplace else?
thanks.

Try this site: http://vzw.smithmicro.com/blackberry/

[scottd34]

the 5 digit feature code is only if you are in certain markets. Some markets use a different code. The Northeast and Northwest areas mostly.

The tethering option is $15 on top of the unlimited data, and EVDO is no extra charge.. your device uses whatever the fastest signal it picks up. You just need the "BroadbandAccess Connect" feature. You are better off asking for it by name, not code since the codes differ in some parts of the country.

the 4.0.2 with evdo was launched for "customer requests only", so they will not be advertising it until the 4.1 software is ready soon. 4.1 keeps getting pushed back, i just don't know what the reasoning is. Once 4.1 is officially released, you should be getting a TXT message letting you know about the update, at least that is the plan as I know it so far.

The reason most reps do not know the 7250 supports evdo is exactly that, the 4.0.2 was a "customer request only" release and not something that was publicised. We get updates weekly-ish on the status of evdo tethering and the 4.1 release, so most reps go with that since our email gets pretty full quite quickly, on top of our customer responsibilities.

[stonent]

The new OS 4.1 for 7250 instructions do not require you to call verizon to activate EVDO, just update the PRL.

http://vzw.smithmicro.com/blackberry...tructions.html

[bryangarcia]

Yeah, I read this forum and went to the smithmicro/verizon website and downloaded 4.1.0. Then you just dial *22899 and it activates EVDO Verizon already provisioned all users for High Speed there's nothing else to be done that according to the Verizon Wireless service tech.

[pb2]

I just updated my VZN 7250. I called the rep, but he said the EVDO code was already on my account. I downloaded the relevant files for upgrading my desktop software/device software and followed the instructions to the letter. I'm on EVDO now without any issues!

[HumanHunter]

I found with 4.0.2 I was evdo and could tether for free with 4.1 I cant (username and pass fail) Verizon said I needed to ad the $15 a mo to get tethering. I backdated to 4.0.2 and I could tether again with evdo.

[slapt]

do you still have the 4.02 software and can you send it to me please?

my device cycles between 1XEV with 4 bars then goes to EV and 2 bars and occasionally goes to 1XEV and 0 bars

[MarkHolbrook]

Anybody tried tethering 7250 with either of these firmware updates to a Mac? Is it possible to use the 7250 as a modem for a MacBook pro?

[KonTiki]

Download from here:

https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads...149E92A551338E

Edited with new link, once you get to the page choose 7250 and do next, go down the page and you will find it.

Originally Posted by slapt

do you still have the 4.02 software and can you send it to me please?

my device cycles between 1XEV with 4 bars then goes to EV and 2 bars and occasionally goes to 1XEV and 0 bars

[slapt]

Originally Posted by KonTiki

Download from here:

https://www.blackberry.com/Downloads...c20c7b2b6b45TR

that link was dead and the only software i found on the bb site was for the desktop

[tafische]

So how does teathering your BB compare to a dedicated data card speed wise?

[puska]

I have 7510 and would like to know if I can use it as a modem for my laptop.
I am with Telus. Any answer will be wellcome. Thnks.

[rjw3000]

Ok, I am wondering if someone could post an update here, most the posts seem to be made before Verizon updated to 4.1. What is needed to get up and running on this? Just add the $15 plan? The device 7250 with 4.1, do you need to download the VZAccessManager software to use it as a tether once the plan is activated? How are the speeds? Any updated info appreciated.