Click each step to see the action. You can also click the picture or use the arrow keys.

  • You can use BlackBerry® Link to perform regular backups of your BlackBerry Q5. Should you lose the data on your BlackBerry Q5, it can be easily restored.

    In this example, we've used Windows® 7 and BlackBerry Link 1.0.0.76.
  • 1. Connect the BlackBerry Q5 to the computer using the USB cable. BlackBerry Link should start automatically; if it doesn't, launch the program manually.
  • 2. On the BlackBerry tab at the bottom of the screen, click the Blue arrow icon.
  • 3. Click Backup.
  • 4. Wait for the backup to complete.
  • 5. The backup is complete.
  • 6. To restore your BlackBerry, click the Blue arrow icon.
  • 7. Click Restore…
  • 8. Select the backup you require, then click Restore.
  • 9. Click Yes.
  • 10. Wait for your data to be restored.
  • 11. Your BlackBerry has been restored.