connect blackberry to exchange through wifi

wysguys · #1 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 12:14 PM

hello

I am wondering is it possible to sync a blackberry to exchange server 2003 through a wifi connection rather then using a mobile wireless internet.

this is for a blackberry 8100, mail can be access via OWA.

I did some research was unable to find anything soild.

Cheers

Wysguy Callum

supabrudda · #2 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 03:36 PM

Basically you need a Blackberry plan to get emails stored on the device (wap/webmail is possible). If you have a plan, then yes you can use WiFi. (handy of you're travelling OS)

btw I think you'll find the 8100 doesn't have wifi.

wysguys · #3 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 04:32 PM

would there be any instructions for this online?

supabrudda · #4 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 04:52 PM

yep.

How do I set up Wifi on the BlackBerry? - BlackBerryFAQ

or the RIM doco
View Document

I believe the only Pearl with Wifi is the 8220 flip. the 8100 doesn't

GaryCutri · #5 (**permalink**) 02-07-2009, 10:37 PM

Hi,

As Supabrudda mentioned the 8100 doesn't have Wi-Fi and you will require a BlackBerry Data Plan. Once you have the data plan log onto your carriers BlackBerry Web Client and perform the following:

1. Add your work email account
2. When it fails to detect your email server select to manually configure the settings
3. Select the work email option
4. Select the Outlook Web Access (OWA) option
5. Enter the users OWA details

Thanks,

Gary