Mobile network, Connect to the mobile network, Connect to your vpn automatically – Blackberry Passport User Manual

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Mobile network

A mobile network connection allows your BlackBerry device to make calls and, if you have a data plan, use data services

such as Internet browsing. In some locations, such as in a hospital or on an airplane, you might need to turn off your mobile

network connection, but usually you can just leave your mobile network connection turned on.
In most cases your device automatically connects to the appropriate wireless network when you travel outside of your

wireless service provider's coverage area. If you're not sure if your device is set up for roaming, or what roaming fees will

apply, it's a good idea to check with your wireless service provider before you travel.

Connect to the mobile network

To turn on your mobile network connection, airplane mode must be turned off.

1.

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

2.

Tap

Settings > Networks and Connections > Mobile Network.

3.

Turn on the Mobile Network switch.

To turn off your mobile network connection, turn off the Mobile Network switch.

Change the APN settings for your default Internet connection

Your BlackBerry device uses Access Point Name (APN) settings to open a data connection with your service provider's
wireless network. Apps on your device that require Internet access can use this connection.
You might need to change your APN settings if you change your wireless service plan or if the default settings don't apply to
your service provider. Depending on your service provider, you might not be able to change the APN settings.

1.

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

2.

Tap

Settings > Networks and Connections > Mobile Network.

3.

If the Mobile Network or Data Services switches are off, turn them on.

4.

Tap

.

5.

Complete the fields. If you don't have the required information, contact your service provider.

To reset the default APN settings, tap

.

Connect to your VPN automatically

You can set your BlackBerry device to automatically connect to a virtual private network (VPN) whenever you have mobile
network coverage.

1.

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

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