ITS BlackBerry Enterprise Services - Technical Information
This page provides technical information and specifications for RIT ITS BlackBerry Service.
Client Access License
Your wireless service provider may mention that a Client Access License (CAL) is required to
access the BlackBerry Enterprise Server. ITS BlackBerry Service includes
an activation fee and a CAL, and the cost is $70.00.
How Services Are Integrated
ITS BlackBerry Service is based on Research In Motion's (RIM) BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES). The BES
server integrates with the RIT Exchange Messaging Server, which provides e-mail, calendar, contacts,
task lists, and other personal management information. The BES server pushes
Exchange
data to BlackBerry devices via the user's wireless service provider.
BlackBerry Simulator
For individuals who provide technical support for BlackBerry devices but do not have a device
themselves, the BlackBerry Simulator
may be a useful tool. In addition to simulating BlackBerry features and functions, including connectivity, you
can choose a variety of BlackBerry devices to simulate, allowing you to support many of the devices your clients might use. You must also download the BlackBerry JDE to use the simulator to its fullest extent.
