For today’s mobile business professionals a hand-held wireless communications device is essential for optimal productivity. Rim Blackberry 7230, introduced in 2003, still fits the bill if while on the go you need to:

1. Manage telephone calls

2. Check and send emails, including email with attachments

3. Surf the Internet

The BlackBerry 7230 cell phone has a high resolution, full color screen, built-in keyboard and is small enough to fit in a pants or shirt pocket. One of the few drawbacks is its lack of a speakerphone.

If your company has installed BlackBerry Enterprise Server, you can wireless sync BlackBerry 7230 to your desktop to seamlessly manage your calendar and to do tasks. Add an appointment to your BlackBerry 7230 cell phone calendar, and your desktop calendar is also updated. Without the BlackBerry Enterprise Server, sync your BlackBerry mobile phone with the provided USB cable or purchase wireless sync software for the 7230.

While the BlackBerry 7230 mobile phone has been discontinued, you can purchase a factory refurbished BlackBerry 7230 for under $100, compared to the $400 retail price when introduced. This makes the 7230 an affordable option for your mobile communications needs.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Master your refurbished BlackBerry 7230 cell phone to get the most out of your investment

BlackBerry 7230 info is available online including step by step instructions for the address book, browser and calendar features.

I recommend: AT&T Wireless offers a BlackBerry 7230 demo and a free online tutorial for BlackBerry 7230. For more intense learning, on-demand webcasts and podcasts are available for download at the BlackBerry resource center or try People-OnTheGo, which offers several self-paced “tips and techniques” workshops for BlackBerry owners.

Enhance your BlackBerry 7230 software with downloads

Establish a true mobile office with software that allows you to access, manage and edit MS office programs on your 7230.

I recommend: RepliGo Professional's reflow technology allows fast document viewing. A free trial version of the software is available. EOffice - Document Production & Attachment Editing from Dynoplex also provides online document storage and viewing and allows you to upload documents from your PC to your BlackBerry.

Join a BlackBerry web community

Join an online BlackBerry community to stay connected to the latest BlackBerry 7230 info.

I recommend: The BlackBerry owners lounge - for a small monthly fee, lounge members enjoy free software downloads, share tips and tricks and get the latest product updates.

Transfer contacts to your BlackBerry 7230

Don't spend time manually entering all your contact information from your old mobile phone to your refurbished BlackBerry 7230 cell phone; instead, transfer contacts from your old cell phone to the 7230 in a zip with sync software.

I recommend: FutureDial's SnapSync II software allows you to download your address book and calendar from your old phone to your PC and then upload and synchronize the data to your mobile BlackBerry 7230.

Add Extras to your BlackBerry 7230

Download extra software to your BlackBerry 7230 and add more convenience to your life.

I recommend: Google maps allows you to navigate easily through town with the BlackBerry 7230 mobile phone. A free BlackBerry 7230 demo for Google maps is available. Get stock quotes and movie times sent directly to your BlackBerry 7230 mobile phone with Maufait's free downloads.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Stand a part from the crowd with BlackBerry 7230 accessories. Try a colorful case or bluetooth device.
• •  You can upgrade. If you are ready for the latest BlackBerry features, trade your BlackBerry 7230 for a new BlackBerry smart phone. BlackBerry maker Research In Motion will give you a check for the market value of your old device after purchasing a new smart phone.