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Switch wireless networks manually

Your device is designed to switch to an appropriate wireless network automatically when you travel.
Before you begin: To perform this task, your wireless service plan must include this service and your BlackBerry® device must be connected to a GSM® or UMTS® network.
  1. On the Home screen, click the Manage Connections icon.
  2. Click Mobile Network Options.
  3. Change the Network Selection Mode field to Manual.
  4. Click Scan for Available Networks.
  5. Click a wireless network.
  6. Click Select Network.
  7. Press the Menu key.
  8. Click Save.
To connect to your wireless service provider's wireless network again, change the Network Selection Mode field to Automatic.
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