Creative 2030 User Manual

Introduction

Introduction xIntroductionWelcome to Creative Wireless World! Connect the Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 to your computer, and

Introduction xiBefore You BeginThis section contains information you should know about before using this manual. Read the information carefully before

Introduction xiiDocument ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions to help you locate and identify the information that you need.Table i:

1About Wireless LAN

About Wireless LAN 1-1About Wireless LANWireless LANWireless Local Area Network (WLAN), compared to a traditional wired LAN, is easy to setup and mana

About Wireless LAN 1-2Ad-hoc modeIn an Ad-hoc network, also known as a Peer-to-Peer network, each workstation in the network is both a server and a wi

2Installing Hardware

Installing Hardware 2-1Installing HardwareCreative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapter 2030 is equipped with a USB port that allows you to connec

Installing Hardware 2-2The Wireless LAN USB Adapter is shown in Figure 2-2. It has a built-in antenna for the transmission and reception of the radio

User ManualCreative Network BlasterWireless LAN USB Adapter 2030Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represen

3Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-1Installing and Uninstalling Drivers andConfiguration UtilityBefore you begin to insta

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-2Installing Drivers and Configuration UtilityIn Windows 98SE1. Turn on your computer.2

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-34. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-2, click the Search for the best driver for

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-46. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-4, click the Next button.7. If the message b

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-59. In the next dialog box similar to Figure 3-6, click the Finish button.10.When prom

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-613.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-8 appears, click the Next button.14.When t

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-715.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-10 appears, click the Next button.16.When

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-8Congratulations! You have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s drive

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-94. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-14 appears, click the Search for a suitable

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Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-106. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-16, click the Next button.7. If the dialog

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-118. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-18, click the Finish button.9. In the Netwo

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-1210.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-20 appears, click the Next button.11.When

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-1312.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-22 appears, click the Next button.13.When

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-14Congratulations! You have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s driv

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-154. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-26, click the Finish button.5. When prompte

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-166. After restarting your computer, the Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box simi

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-179. When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-29 appears, click the Next button.10.When

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-1811.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-31 appears, click the Finish button. If p

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-19In Windows XP1. Turn on your computer.2. With the USB cable provided, connect Wirele

-iv3 Installing and Uninstalling Drivers andConfiguration UtilityInstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility ...

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-205. In the dialog box similar to Figure 3-34, click the Finish button.Figure 3-34:Mic

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-216. In the Network Blaster 2030-01 Setup dialog box similar to Figure 3-35, click the

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-228. After the dialog box similar to Figure 3-37 appears, click the Next button.9. Whe

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-2310.When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-39 appears, click the Finish button.Figur

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-24Congratulations! You have successfully installed the Wireless LAN USB Adapter’s driv

Installing and Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration Utility 3-25Uninstalling Drivers and Configuration UtilityAt times, you may need to uninstall, a

4Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-1Configuring the Wireless LAN USB AdapterBefore you use the Creative Network Blaster Wireless LAN USB Adapt

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-2Configuring Settings1. If the Configuration Utility icon does not appear on the taskbar, click Start ->

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-3Configuration Settings1. Click the Configuration tab (see Figure 4-3). In this tab, you can change the def

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Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-412.To set the Wireless LAN USB Adapter to power saving mode, click the Power Saving Mode box, and then cli

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-5Encryption Settings1. Click the Encryption tab (see Figure 4-5). To enable WEP, click the Encryption (WEP)

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-6Advanced Settings1. Click the Advanced tab (see Figure 4-6).2. Click and drag the Fragmentation Threshold

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-7Utility Information1. Click the About tab (see Figure 4-7). This displays the driver, configuration utilit

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-8Configuring Settings In Windows XPYou can choose to configure your Wireless LAN USB Adapter using the Wire

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-9Encryption settings1. Right-click the Wireless Network Configuration icon on the taskbar, and then click V

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-104. When the Wireless Network Properties dialog box similar to Figure 4-11 appears, click the Data Encrypt

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-11Network Status1. Double-click the Wireless Network Connection icon on the taskbar.2. When the Wireless Ne

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-12Using the Configuration Utility1. Right-click the Configuration Utility icon (Figure 4-1) on the taskbar,

Configuring the Wireless LAN USB Adapter 4-13Notes on Wireless LAN ConfigurationWhen configuring a wireless LAN (WLAN), take note of the following poi

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5Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings

Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-2Configuring Your Computer’s Network SettingsThis chapter explains how to configure your computer’s net

Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-35. When the dialog box similar to Figure 5-2 appears, click the IP Address tab. If you are using a Dyn

Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-413.When the dialog box similar to Figure 5-4 appears, click the Enable DNS option to select it.14.Type

Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-5Network Configuration in Windows 20001. Start -> Settings -> Control Panel.2. Double-click the N

Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-6Network Configuration in Windows XP1. Start -> Control Panel.2. Double-click the Network Connection

Configuring Your Computer’s Network Settings 5-75. When the dialog box similar to Figure 5-8 appears, click the Obtain an IP address automatically opt

AGeneral Specifications

Specifications A-1SpecificationsThis appendix lists the general specifications of your wireless LAN USB adapter.Wireless Interface❑ IEEE 802.11b compl

Specifications A-2Indicator LEDs❑ Power LED❑ Link LEDSafety and Regulatory❑ FCC Part 15 Class B, CEPhysical Dimensions❑ 4.6 inches (117 mm) x 2.1 inch

Safety Precautions

BTroubleshooting

Troubleshooting B-1TroubleshootingThis appendix provides tips and solutions for resolving some of the problems you might encounter with the Creative N

Troubleshooting B-2In Windows XP1. Click Start -> Control Panel.2. Double-click the System icon. The System Properties dialog box appears.3. Click

Troubleshooting B-3My computer is unable to establish a link with an access point.Do the following:❑ Make sure that the access point is connected and

Troubleshooting B-4In Windows 2000/XP1. Click the Start button and click Run.The Run dialog box appears.2. In the Open box, type command.3. At the com

CFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) C-1Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)This appendix provides frequently asked questions you might have about Creative

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) C-2What is a Wireless Access Point?Wireless Access Point (AP) is a network bridge that provides an easy and quick so

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) C-3Windows 2000 and Windows Me have a few security features. Windows 98SE users can download security related patche

DGlossary

viiSafety PrecautionsGeneral SafetyTo avoid the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury, read the following before operating the product:❑ Do

Glossary D-1GlossaryThis appendix explains the technical terms used in this manual.Access PointA networking device that transparently bridges wireless

Glossary D-2BroadbandA transmission media that can handle the transmission of multiple messages, at different frequencies at one time. Broadband signa

Glossary D-3pattern called a chip. The chipping code is known only to the sending and receiving stations, making it difficult for an intruder to inter

Glossary D-4Fast EthernetAn Ethernet specification with a speed of 100 Mbps (10 times faster than 10BaseT).Firewall protectionCreative’s built-in rout

Glossary D-5IEEE 802.11bA high-bit wireless LAN standard that works on the 2.4 GHz band and utilizes DSSS (direct sequence spread spectrum) technology

Glossary D-6Light Emitting Diode (LED)An electric component that emits light (turns ON) when current flows through it.Kilobits per second (Kbps)A meas

Glossary D-7Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA)An industry group organized in 1989 to promote standards for a card-size m

Glossary D-8RJ-45A connector/socket for four pairs (either wires) of twisted pair cable that is used commonly to connect computers onto a local-area n

Glossary D-9Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)A suite of communication protocols that are used by computers or networking device

EService and Warranty Information

viiiFCC Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipme

Service and Warranty Information E-1Service and Warranty InformationThis chapter provides Technical Support and Warranty information for the following

Service and Warranty Information E-2Tech SupportBEFORE YOU CONTACT USPlease fill out the following information and be seated at your computer.• Model

Service and Warranty Information E-3Warranty InformationCREATIVE (“the manufacturer”) warrants that equipment furnished will be free from defects in m

Service and Warranty Information E-4AsiaOur company is happy to assist and support our customers. If you have trouble or questions relating to any pur

Service and Warranty Information E-5• Please send the package postage paid. We will not accept packages sent COD.• Ship the well-packed equipment to:C

Service and Warranty Information E-6For South AfricaCreative Labs Africa (Pty) Ltd, 1F North East Wing, Corner K101 & Old Pretoria Road, Midrand,

Service and Warranty Information E-7For Hong Kong & MacauCreative Labs (Hong Kong) Ltd, Unit 31, 9/F, Hong Kong International Trade & Exhibiti