BlackBerry Classic PRD-59715-028 User Manual

Sharing your mobile network connection using Internet tethering

Additional charges might apply for using Internet tethering. On some networks you can't use some services on your 

BlackBerry device, such as email and BlackBerry Messenger, while you use Internet tethering.

Use Internet tethering to share your Internet connection

You can tether your BlackBerry device using either a USB cable or a Bluetooth connection.

1.

On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.

2.

Tap 

 Settings > Networks and Connections > Internet Tethering.

3.

If you've never used Internet tethering before, complete the instructions on the screen. Read the setup screens 

carefully as they provide important information about the Internet tethering feature.

4.

In the Connect using drop-down list, tap USB or Bluetooth.

5.

Turn on the Internet Tethering switch.

6.

Connect your BlackBerry device to a laptop or tablet using a USB cable or Bluetooth connection.

Troubleshooting: Internet tethering
I can't use Internet tethering

• Check that your BlackBerry device is connected to the mobile network. If 

 appears in the upper-right corner of the 

home screen, then your device is connected to the mobile network.

• Check that your wireless service plan is set up to use Internet tethering. If not, you need to change your service plan 

before you can use Internet tethering.

• If your wireless service plan supports Internet tethering while roaming, on the Settings > Networks and Connections > 

Mobile Network settings screen, check that the Data Services switch is on and the option in the Data services while 
roaming drop-down list is set to On.

• If you're using your device for work, your organization might not allow the use of Internet tethering. For more 

information, check with your administrator.

Connect your device to an external display

You can connect your BlackBerry device to an external device, such as a monitor, projector, or TV, by using a VGA, 
DisplayPort, DVI, or HDMI connector.

1.

Using a SlimPort adapter and the appropriate cable, connect your BlackBerry device to an external display.

2.

Your device automatically detects the resolution of the HDMI display that your device is connected to. However, if 
you must change the resolution, on the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen. Tap 

 Settings > 

Display. In the HDMI Display Mode drop-down list, tap the display mode that you want to use.

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