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Software For BlackBerry� Bold� 9930 smartphone

BlackBerry Handheld Software v7.1.0.921 (All Languages)

Package Version: 7.1.0.921
Consisting of:

Applications: 7.1.0.267
Software Platform: 5.1.0.230
File name: 9930jAllLang_PBr7.1.0_rel921_PL5.1.0.230_A7.1.0.26 7_Sprint_L.P.exe
File size: 261MB

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Originally Posted by elite1 View Post
Here's my updated OS install guide if anyone needs a refresher...

ELITE1's OS UPGRADE GUIDE

(Optional) Uninstall any previous OS from PC.
Download OS to PC. Use Internet Explorer, not Firefox or Chrome. (For leaked versions, browser is irrelevant.)
*If 100% certain you've previously used FF or Chrome on same PC to DL an OS successfully, feel free to use FF or Chrome again.
Following successful DL, run OS file to install OS on PC.
On BB, go to BBM Options, scroll down to Backup section. Ensure Remote Backup is enabled AND also conduct a Local Backup to media card.
Go through any 3rd party apps with option to save settings to media card. Conduct Backup to media card within each of these apps. (Examples: Bellshare apps like BerryBuzz & BerryWeather; QuickLaunch; Shao's apps like Wallpaper Changer & SixTools; etc).
Connect BB to PC. Open DM and backup device. Close DM.
(Optional) Use desktop app like BBSAK or BBMCP to backup 3rd party apps.
On PC, delete Vendor file located here:
�64-bit: Computer/C:/Program Files (x86)/Common Files/Research In Motion/AppLoader
�32-bit: Computer/C:/Program Files/Common Files/Research In Motion/AppLoader
(Optional/Recommended) Run BB Boss v2.2 or BBH Tool (formerly Shrink-A-OS).
In same AppLoader file where you deleted Vendor, double-click Loader to load OS to BB. Follow onscreen instructions.
After loading OS, perform several physical battery pulls over first 1-2 days for OS to "settle in." Perform first batt pull very soon after OS is loaded.


TROUBLESHOOTING
How to Fix OS not Appearing as Available
There are 2 common reasons:

A. HIDDEN VENDOR FILE
Consider trying this new desktop app to remove Vendor from several common locations:
Vendor XML Remover V1.0

If manually deleting Vendor, always hold down SHIFT and press DELETE to permanently delete.
Check here first:
�64-bit: Computer\C:\Users\{USER NAME}\AppData\Roaming\Research In Motion\BlackBerry\Loader XML
�32-bit: Computer\C:\Documents and Settings\{USER NAME}\Application Data\Research In Motion\BlackBerry\Loader XML
If Loader still doesn't make new OS available, search PC for "Vendor".

If Vendor is not found anywhere, see below to delete contents of AppLoader folder. (Folder where you found Loader & Vendor.)

B. APPLOADER FOLDER ITEMS

Uninstall the OS: Control Panel\Programs and Features, highlight this BlackBerry Device Software, click Uninstall at top.
Delete AppLoader folder contents: Highlight any item, CTRL+A to select all, SHIFT+DELETE to permanently delete.
�64-bit: Computer/C:/Program Files (x86)/Common Files/Research In Motion/AppLoader
�32-bit: Computer/C:/Program Files/Common Files/Research In Motion/AppLoader
Restart PC.
Re-install OS on PC: Go to your browser's downloads section, double-click OS to start InstallShield Wizard.
Delete Vendor: Return to AppLoader folder, highlight Vendor, SHIFT+DELETE.
Load OS to BB: Attach BB to PC, double-click Loader (in AppLoader folder, where you deleted Vendor).


PS I've posted this before in other threads, but there always seems to be some people that appreciate a step-by-step each time.

[TheRealRoland]

Normally there would be a thread with the problems of the particular software version, did not see a specific one.

Happy with the battery usage - better than previous versions.

One missing functionality: when viewing your text message inbox swiping left to right would in previous versions switch between the addresses; no longer in this. 267 version.

[mikejr723]

OK I will be the first to post a problem...... When I downloaded this via the cell, i lost BBM and the options icon (wrench).....i wasnt able to access the options via tapping the top of the screen either......on DM now downgrading to the prior version to see if that fixes it and then will try the upgrade again via the DM.

[fusioncal]

Upgraded this from 7.0.0.254 and installed this Sprint version on Verizon branded device. Huge problem is data arrows on top left of the screen is always there pulling/pushing data all the time slowing/lagging the device itself badly. Anyone experiencing this? Is there a fix?