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Installing Blackberry Simulators

Blackberry Simulators

Installing Blackberry Simulators is a bit of a nightmare. Here are some findings to make the process a little smoother.

Install Java JDK IMPORTANT

  • IMPORTANT: Use the Sun JDK, not any other distribution.
  • IMPORTANT: Install JDK 1.6 or higher,
  • IMPORTANT: Install the 32-bit version even if you are running a 64bit Machine.

Set up JAVA environment

  • Create a JAVA_HOME environment variable.

    • Open System Properties -> Advanced -> Environment Variables
    • Create a new system variable
    • Variable name: JAVA_HOME
    • Example value: C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jdk1.6.0_21
    • Add %JAVA_HOME%\bin directory to the PATH system variable

  • Add Java bin to PATH

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