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User Manual Creative Network Blaster W ireless L AN USB Adapter 2030 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creativ e T e chnology Ltd.
-iii Contents Safety Precautions General Safety .........................................................................................vii FCC Radiation Exposure Statement ........................................................... viii Introduction Before You Begin .
-iv 3 Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility Installing Drivers and Configuration Utility ................................................ 3-2 In Windows 98SE......................................................................
-v Appendixes AS p e c i f i c a t i o n s Wireless Interface .................................................................. A-1 USB Interface ....................................................................... A-1 Antenna ....................
-vi C Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) DG l o s s a r y E Service and Warranty Information The Americas ........................................................................................ E-1 Product Return ......................................
Safety Precautions.
vii Safety Precautions General Safety T o avoid the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury , read the following before operating the product: ❑ Do not expose Wireless LAN USB Adapter to direct sunlight or excessive heat. ❑ K eep Wireless LAN USB Adapter in a place where there is minimum risk of liquid spillage on it.
viii FCC Radiation Exposur e Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and oper ated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between the in-built antennas and your body .
Introduction.
Introduction x Introduction W elcome to Creative Wireless W orld! Connect the Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 to your computer , and your computer becomes a wireless networking station.
Introduction xi Befor e Y ou Begin This section contains information you should know about before using this manual. Read the information carefully before proceeding further . Package Contents ❑ Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 ❑ USB cable ❑ Quick Installation Guide ❑ CD-ROM containing drivers, utility , and User Manual.
Introduction xii Document Con v entions This manual uses the following conventions to help y ou locate and identify the information that you need. T able i: Document con ventions Text Element Use This notepad icon indicates information that is of particular importance and should be considered before continuing.
1 About Wireless LAN.
About Wireless LAN 1-1 About Wireless LAN Wir eless LAN Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), compared to a traditional wired LAN, is easy to setup and manage, so it saves y ou time and money .
About Wireless LAN 1-2 Ad-hoc mode In an Ad-hoc network, also known as a P eer- to-Peer network, each workstation in the network is both a server and a wireless client. Users on the network can share files, printers, drives and other peripher als, and access the Internet using a shared modem, as shown in Figure 1-1.
2 Installing Hardware.
Installing Hardware 2-1 Installing Hardware Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 is equipped with a USB port that allows you to connect it to a computer . This chapter guides you through the process of setting up your Wireless LAN USB Adapter to the USB port of a desktop computer .
Installing Hardware 2-2 The Wireless LAN USB Adapter is shown in Figure 2-2. It has a built- in antenna for the transmission and reception of the radio frequency (RF) wav es. Y our Wireless LAN USB Adapter comes with a USB cable that has different types of USB connectors at both ends (see Figure 2-3).
3 Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-1 Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configur ation Utility Before you begin to install the drivers for your Creativ e Network Blas.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-2 Installing Driv ers and Configuration Utility In Windows 98SE 1. T urn on your computer . 2. With the USB cable provided, connect Wireless LAN USB Adapter to your computer . Windows automatically detects the USB device.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-3 4. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-2, click the Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended) option, and click the Next button. 5. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-3, click the CD-ROM drive check box to select it.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-4 6. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-4, click the Next button. 7. If the message box similar to Figure 3-5 appears, insert the Windows 98SE CD into the CD-ROM drive, then click the OK button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-5 9. In the next dialog box similar to Figure 3-6, click the Finish button. 10.When prompted, restart your computer . Make sure the installation CD is in the CD-ROM drive. 11.After restarting your computer , the Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box similar to Figure 3-7 appears.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-6 13.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-8 appears, click the Next button. 14.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-9 appears, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-7 15.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-10 appears, click the Next button. 16.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-11 appears, click the Finish button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-8 Congratulations! Y ou have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s drivers and Configur ation Utility . The Configuration Utility icon (see Figure 3-12) appears on the taskbar near the clock.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-9 4. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-14 appears, click the Search for a suitable driver for your device (recommended) option, and click the Next button. 5. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-15, click the CD-ROM drives check box to select it.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-10 6. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-16, click the Next button. 7. If the dialog box similar to Figure 3-17 appears, click the Yes button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-11 8. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-18, click the Finish button. 9. In the Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box similar to Figure 3-19, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-12 10.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-20 appears, click the Next button. 11.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-21 appears, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-13 12.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-22 appears, click the Next button. 13.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-23 appears, click the Finish button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-14 Congratulations! Y ou have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s drivers and Configur ation Utility . The Configuration Utility icon (see Figure 3-24) appears on the taskbar near the clock.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-15 4. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-26, click the Finish button. 5. When prompted, restart your computer .
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-16 6. After restarting your computer , the Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box similar to Figure 3-27 appears. 7. Click the Next button. 8. When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-28 appears, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-17 9. When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-29 appears, click the Next button. 10.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-30 appears, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-18 11.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-31 appears, click the Finish button. If prompted, restart your computer . Congratulations! Y ou have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s drivers and Configur ation Utility .
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-19 In Windows XP 1. T urn on your computer . 2. With the USB cable provided, connect Wireless LAN USB Adapter to your computer . Windows automatically detects the USB device. The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box similar to Figure 3-33 appears.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-20 5. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-34, click the Finish button. Figure 3-34:Microsoft warning message Figure 3-34: Found New Ha.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-21 6. In the Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box similar to Figure 3-35, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-22 8. After the dialog box similar to Figure 3-37 appears, click the Next button. 9. When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-38 appears, click the Next button.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-23 10.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-39 appears, click the Finish button. Figure 3-39: Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-24 Congratulations! Y ou have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s drivers and Configur ation Utility . The Configuration Utility icon (see Figure 3-40) appears on the taskbar near the clock.
Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-25 Uninstalling Driv ers and Configuration Utility At times, you ma y need to uninstall, and then reinstall the drivers to correct problems, or make version upgr ades. The following instructions tell you how to uninstall the applications in all Windows operating systems: 1.
4 Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-1 Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter Before you use the Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030, y ou may want to configure the card in the Configur ation Utility .
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-2 Configuring Settings 1. If the Configuration Utility icon does not appear on the taskbar , click Start -> Programs (or All Programs ) -> Network Blaster 2030-01 -> Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter utility .
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-3 Configuration Settings 1. Click the Configuration tab (see F i g u r e 4 - 3 ) . I n t h i s t a b , y o u c a n c h a n g e t h e default configuration settings below . 2. T o create a new profile, click the Profile box, and then type a name in the box.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-4 12.T o set the Wireless LAN USB Adapter to power saving mode, click the Power Saving Mode box, and then click Enabled . In Ad-hoc mode, the Power Sa ving Mode is not supported. 13.Click the Apply Changes button to save the settings.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-5 Encr yption Settings 1. Click the Encryption tab (see Figure 4-5). T o enable WEP , click the Encryption (WEP) box, and then click the number of bits that you want. 2. The type of encryption option depends on your access point encryption settings.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-6 Advanced Settings 1. Click the Advanced tab (see Figure 4-6). 2. Click and drag the Fragmentation Threshold and RTS/CTS Threshold sliders to the rate yo u want. 3. The Security box will only be highlighted when WEP is enabled.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-7 Utility Information 1. Click the About tab (see Figure 4-7). This displays the driver , configuration utility and firmware versions.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-8 Configuring Settings In Windows XP Y ou can choose to configure your Wireless LAN USB Adapter using the Wireless Network Connection in Windows XP , or the Configuration Utility provided in the installation CD .
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-9 Encr yption settings 1. Right-click the Wireless Network Configuration icon on the taskbar , and then click View Available Networks . 2. When the Connect to Wireless Network dialog box similar to Figure 4-9 appears, click the Advanced button.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-10 4. When the Wireless Network Properties dialog box similar to Figure 4-11 appears, click the Data Encryption (WEP enabled) check box to select it. 5. Click the The key is provided for me automatically check box to deselect it.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-11 Netw ork Status 1. Double-click the Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar . 2. When the Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box similar to Figure 4-12 appears, click the General tab. This displays the connection status, duration, speed and signal strength.
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-12 Using the Configuration Utility 1. Right-click the Configuration Utility icon (Figure 4-1) on the taskbar , and then click Exit . 2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon (Figure 4-8) on the taskbar , and then click View Available Wireless Networks .
Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-13 Notes on Wir eless LAN Configuration When configuring a wireless LAN (WLAN), take note of the following points: ❑ Start by determining the areas to be networked, the number of users and the type of devices to be used.
5 Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings.
Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-2 Configuring Y our Computer ’ s Network Settings This chapter explains how to configure your computer’s network settings in Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP .
Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-3 5. When the dialog box similar to Figure 5-2 appears, click the IP Address tab. If you are using a Dynamic IP address, proceed to step 6. For users with a Static IP address, go to step 8. 6. Click the Obtain an IP address automatically option to select it and click the OK button.
Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-4 13. When the dialog box similar to Figure 5-4 appears, click the Enable DNS option to select it. 14. T ype the relevant information in the Host , Domain and DNS Server Search Order boxes and then click the Add button.
Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-5 Netw ork Configuration in Windows 2000 1. Start -> Settings -> Control Panel . 2. Double-click the Network icon. 3. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and then click Properties from the list to select it.
Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-6 Netw ork Configuration in Windows XP 1. Start -> Control Panel . 2. Double-click the Network Connections icon. 3. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and then click Properties from the list to select it.
Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-7 5. When the dialog box similar to Figure 5-8 appears, click the Obtain an IP address automatically option and proceed to step 7 If you are using a Dynamic IP Address. Continue with step 6 if you are using a static IP address.
A General Specifications.
Specifications A-1 Specifications This appendix lists the general specifications of y our wireless LAN USB adapter . Wir eless Interface ❑ IEEE 802.11b compliant ❑ WEP security support (64-bit or 128-bit encryption) USB Interface ❑ Compliant to 1.
Specifications A-2 Indicator LEDs ❑ Pow e r LE D ❑ Link LED Safety and Regulator y ❑ FCC Part 15 Class B , CE Ph ysical Dimensions ❑ 4.6 inches (117 mm) x 2.
B Troubleshooting.
Troubleshooting B-1 T roubleshooting This appendix provides tips and solutions for resolving some of the problems you might encounter with the Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 either during installation or normal use.
Troubleshooting B-2 In Windows XP 1. Click Start -> Control Panel . 2. Double-click the System icon. The System Properties dialog box appears. 3. Click the Hardware tab. 4. Click the Device Manager button. 5. Click the plus sign next to Universal Serial Bus controllers .
Troubleshooting B-3 My computer is unable to establish a link with an access point. Do the following: ❑ Make sure that the access point is connected and turned on. Observe the status LEDs to make sure that the access point is properly connected. ❑ Make sure that your PC (wireless client) is set to Infr astructure mode.
Troubleshooting B-4 In Windows 2000/XP 1. Click the Start button and click Run .The Run dialog box appears. 2. In the Open box, type command . 3. At the command prompt, t ype ipconfig . 4. Press the Enter key . 5. R estart your computer . Radio Interference.
C Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) C-1 Frequently Asked Questions (F AQs) This appendix provides frequently asked questions y ou might have about Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 either during installation or normal use.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) C-2 What is a Wireless Access Point? Wireless Access Point (AP) is a network bridge that pro vides an easy and quick solution for the wireless stations to access an existing wired local area network. An Access Point extends the reach and usefulness of the wired network resources.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) C-3 Windows 2000 and Windows Me have a few security features. Windows 98SE users can download security related patches from Microsoft’ s web site. However , it is recommended that you develop safe computing habits: ❑ Protect your passwords.
D Glossary.
Glossary D-1 Glossary This appendix explains the technical terms used in this manual. Access P oint A networking device that transparently bridges wireless computers and laptops to a wired local network.
Glossary D-2 Br oadband A transmission media that can handle the transmission of multiple messages, at different frequencies at one time. Broadband signals use analog carriers. Cable modem A modem that sends and receives digital data on the same cable that brings television broadcast signals to your home.
Glossary D-3 pattern called a chip. The chipping code is known only to the sending and receiving stations, making it difficult for an intruder to intercept and decipher the encoded wireless data.
Glossary D-4 Fast Ethernet An Ethernet specification with a speed of 100 Mbps (10 times faster than 10Base T). Fir ewall pr otection Creative’ s built-in router provides firewall protection to all the computers on its LAN.
Glossary D-5 IEEE 802.11b A high-bit wireless LAN standard that works on the 2.4 GHz band and utilizes DSS S (direct sequence spread spectrum) technology . It offers data bit rates of up to 11 Mbps and the range is from 61 to 91 meters (200 to 300 feet) for maximum speed.
Glossary D-6 Light Emitting Diode (LED) An electric component that emits light (turns ON) when current flows through it. Kilobits per second (Kbps) A measure of data transfer speed. Kilobytes (KB) 1,024 bytes. Megabits per second (Mbps) A measure of data transfer speed.
Glossary D-7 P ersonal Computer Memor y Card International Association (PCMCIA) An industry group organized in 1989 to promote standards for a card-size memory or I/O device that would fit into a personal computer , usually a notebook or laptop computer .
Glossary D-8 RJ-45 A connector/socket for four pairs (either wires) of twisted pair cable that is used commonly to connect computers onto a local-area network, especially to the Ethernet. The only difference between an RJ-45 and RJ-11 connector is that the RJ- 45 connector is slightly wider .
Glossary D-9 T ransmission Contr ol Pr otocol/Internet Pr otocol (TCP/IP) A suite of communication protocols that are used by computers or networking devices on the Internet so that they can communicate with each other . TCP/IP uses sever al protocols, the two main being TCP and IP .
E Service and Warranty Information.
Service and Warranty Information E-1 Service and W arr anty Information This chapter provides T echnical Support and W a rrant y information for the following geographic regions: ❑ The Americas ❑ Asia The Americas Visit our online help website at www.
Service and Warranty Information E-2 T ech Suppor t BEFORE YOU CONTACT US Please fill out the following information and be seated at your computer . • Model #: _____________Serial # _____________(bo.
Service and Warranty Information E-3 W arranty Information CREA TIVE (“the manufacturer”) warrants that equipment furnished will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the confirmed date of purchase of the product new from the retail location.
Service and Warranty Information E-4 Asia Our company is happy to assist and support our customers. If you hav e trouble or questions relating to any purchased equipment, follow the steps below: 1. Duplicate the problem. Once a problem occurs, try to restart your hardware and software from the beginning and see if the problem happens again.
Service and Warranty Information E-5 • Please send the package postage paid. W e will not accept packages sent COD. • Ship the well-packed equipment to: Creative T echnology Ltd.
Service and Warranty Information E-6 For South Africa Creative Labs Africa (Pty) Ltd, 1F North East Wing, Corner K101 & Old Pretoria R oad, Midrand, JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA Mailing Address: P O Box 76761, WENDYWOOD 2144, R epublic of SOUTH AFRICA Operating Hours: 8:00 a.
Service and Warranty Information E-7 For Hong K ong & Macau Creative Labs (Hong K ong) Ltd, Unit 31, 9/F , Hong K ong International T rade & Exhibition Centre, No 1 T rademart Driv e, Kowloon Ba y , KOWLOON, HONG KONG Operating Hours:9:15 a.m.
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