How to Install a Memory Card in a Blackberry Pearl

Blackberry Pearl 8100 series.

If you would like to install more ring tones, and store more pictures and applications on your Blackberry Pearl, installing additional MicroSD memory is quick and easy. As of 2009, there are two major styles of Blackberry Pearl: the candy bar-shaped 8100 series, and the clam shell 8200 series. Both have easily-accessible expansion ports.

Instructions

Installing Memory on a Blackberry Pearl 8100 Series

1. Remove your Blackberry's battery cover. On some models, it is necessary to remove the battery as well.

2. Unlock the MicroSD card hatch by sliding the clasp to the left. When open, the hatch will swing out 90 degrees.

3. Align the MicroSD card pins to the slot pins and slide the card into the retainer. When the card is fully inserted, close the hatch and slide it to the right to lock.

4. Reinsert the battery, if necessary, and replace the back cover.

5. Turn your Blackberry on and navigate to the "Options" screen. Click "Media Card" and "Adjust your Media Card Settings." Make sure that "Media Card Support" and "Mass Storage Mode Support" are on. For the "Auto Enable Mass Storage Mode When Connected" setting, change from "Prompt" to "Yes."

Installing Memory on a Blackberry Pearl 8200 Series

1. 

   Find and open the MicroSD expansion port, located on the right side, near the volume buttons.

2. Align the MicroSD card, logo facing up, in the expansion port and insert gently.

3. Wait while your Blackberry Pearl formats the memory card.

4. To remove the card, press gently to release it from its spring-loaded slot.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not force the card or hatches. If gentle pressure is insufficient, remove the card and double-check the alignment.

• On Blackberry 8100 models, the MicroSD card must be fully inserted into the hatch before it can be closed. Closing the hatch with a partially-inserted card may irreparably damage the media card. Any existing data on a MicroSD card will be erased during formatting. Make sure to back up important data before inserting the card for the first time.

Resources

• Video: Installing Memory on a Blackberry Pearl 8100 Series