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Creative Broadband Blaster 8015U User Manual

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  • Page 2 Creative Broadband Blaster DSL Router 8015U Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Creative Technology Ltd. The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the license agreement.
  • Page 3 Contents...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction DSL Router information........................... 1-v Package Contents............................1-v System requirements..........................1-vi Using Ethernet connection ......................1-vi Using USB connection........................1-vi Using this document..........................1-vii 1 About your DSL Router 2 Setting up your DSL Router using Ethernet connection Setting up your DSL Router........................2-2 Using the Ethernet port.........................
  • Page 5 Setting up your DSL Router......................... 3-12 Using the USB port ........................3-12 4 Configuring your DSL Router Understanding DSL Router configurations..................4-1 Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page ................4-1 Configuring your DSL Router........................ 4-3 PPPoA/PPPoE Configuration......................4-3 RFC 1483 Routed IP Configuration..................4-5 RFC 1483 Bridged IP Configuration ..................
  • Page 6 IP Address Filtering ......................... 5-6 MAC Address Filtering ........................5-7 Change Password ............................5-8 Restore Factory Default Settings......................5-8 Firmware Upgrade ............................ 5-9 Appendixes A Technical Specifications B Troubleshooting Connection to your DSL Router’s home page................B-1 Connection to the Internet........................B-2 LED Status..............................
  • Page 7 Introduction...

  • Page 8: Dsl Router Information

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing Creative Broadband Blaster DSL Router 8015U. Developed with the most advanced Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) today, the DSL Router provides you with high-speed broadband Internet connection using an existing phone line. Enjoy speedy file transfers, watch Internet movies, video- conference, and view videos without any long waits.

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    ❑ Microfilter In order for your DSL Router to operate properly, be sure that your computer System meets the following minimum system requirements: requirements You will need a hub if you wish to connect more than 2 computers to your DSL Router. ❑...

  • Page 10: Using This Document

    Using this These icons highlight useful or urgent information: document ❍ Tip. This tells you about shortcuts or hints relating to a feature. ❍ Note. This highlights additional or important information about a feature. ❍ Caution! This highlights proper usage of your device. Use this information to avoid situations involving risk.

  • Page 11: About Your Dsl Router

    About your DSL Router...

  • Page 12: Led Indication

    About your DSL Router This manual will guide you through the process of setting up your DSL Router. Place your DSL Router in front of you as you go through this section to help you to identify the various components of your modem. Power Ready Link...
  • Page 13 Ethernet Power Phone DSL LINE port connector port port port Reset button Figure 1-2: Back view of your DSL Router Port/Connector Indication Connects to the telephone via a microfilter. PHONE PORT Connects to the telephone wall outlet using the DSL LINE PORT provided RJ-11 phone cable.

  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Dsl Router Using Ethernet Connection

    Setting up your DSL Router using Ethernet connection...
  • Page 15 Setting up your DSL Router using Ethernet connection Depending on your computer’s configurations, you can choose to install your DSL Router using the Ethernet or USB port on the same computer. Do not install your DSL Router using both connections on the same computer. If you are connecting your DSL Router using the USB port, skip this chapter and go to "Setting up your DSL Router using USB connection"...

  • Page 16: Setting Up Your Dsl Router

    Setting up your DSL Router Before setting up your DSL Router, be sure that the Network Interface Card in your Using the Ethernet computer is installed and functioning properly. port Use Figure 2-1 as a reference when following these instructions to set up your DSL Router.
  • Page 17 Connect one end of the RJ-11 phone cable provided into the telephone wall outlet. Connect the other end into the DSL LINE port of your DSL Router. Connect the small round plug of the power adapter provided to the DSL Router’s power connector and plug your power adapter into a power outlet.

  • Page 18: Configuring Your Network Interface Card

    Before using your DSL Router, you need to configure your Network Interface Card. Configuring your Network Interface Card If you are connecting your DSL Router using the USB port, skip this chapter and go to "Setting up your DSL Router using USB connection"...
  • Page 19 When the dialog box similar to Figure 2-4 appears, be sure that the name of your network card is displayed in the first box. In the list below the box, click the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) check box to select it. Click the Properties button.
  • Page 20 When the dialog box similar to Figure 2-5 appears, click Obtain an IP address automatically option, and then click the OK button. When the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears, click the OK button. Before using your DSL Router, you will need to configure your DSL Router.

  • Page 21: In Windows Me/Windows 98 Se

    After setting up your DSL Router, turn on your computer. In Windows Me/ Click Start -> Settings -> Control Windows 98 SE Panel. When the dialog box similar to Figure 2-6 appears, double-click the Network icon. Figure 2-6 Setting up your DSL Router using Ethernet connection 2-7...
  • Page 22 When the dialog box similar to Figure 2-7 appears, click the Configuration tab. Click the adapter that has the name of your Ethernet card, for example, TCP/IP->Intel 8255x-based PCI Ethernet Adapter (10/100). Click the Properties button. Figure 2-7 Setting up your DSL Router using Ethernet connection 2-8...
  • Page 23 When the dialog box similar to Figure 2-8 appears, click the IP Address tab. Click the Obtain an IP address automatically option, and then click the OK button. In the Network window, click the OK button. 10. Restart your computer to let the changes take effect.

  • Page 24: Setting Up Your Dsl Router Using Usb Connection

    Setting up your DSL Router using USB connection...

  • Page 25: Installing The Usb Driver

    Setting up your DSL Router using USB connection Depending on your computer’s configurations, you can choose to install your DSL Router using the Ethernet or USB port on the same computer. Do not install your DSL Router using both connections on the same computer. Before using your DSL Router, you need to install the USB driver.
  • Page 26 When the Installshield Wizard dialog box (Figure 3-1) appears, click the Next button. Figure 3-1 When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-2 appears, click the Install button. Figure 3-2 Setting up your DSL Router using USB connection 3-2...
  • Page 27 If the dialog box similar to Figure 3-3 appears, click the Continue Anyway button. For more information, refer to "Difficulties In Windows XP" on page B-5. Click the Finish button. Connect the USB cable to the USB ports on your computer and DSL Router. See "Setting up your DSL Router"...
  • Page 28 10. If the dialog box similar to Figure 3-5 appears, click the Continue Anyway button. For more information, refer to "Difficulties In Windows XP" on page B-5. Figure 3-5 11. Click the Finish button (Figure 3- Before using your DSL Router, you will need to configure your DSL Router.

  • Page 29: In Windows 2000

    Insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The disc supports Windows In Windows 2000 Autoplay mode and starts running automatically. If the Autoplay window appears, select the applications that you want to install, and then click the OK button. If you want to install Follow the onscreen instructions.
  • Page 30 When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-8 appears, click the Install button. Figure 3-8 If the Digital Signature Not Found dialog box (Figure 3-9) appears, click the Yes button. Click the Finish button. Connect the USB cable to the USB ports on your computer and DSL Router.

  • Page 31: In Windows Me

    If the Digital Signature Not Found dialog box (Figure 3-10) appears, click the Yes button. Before using your DSL Router, you will need to configure your DSL Router. See "Configuring your DSL Router" on page 4-1. Figure 3-10 Insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The disc supports Windows In Windows Me Autoplay mode and starts running automatically.
  • Page 32 When the Installshield Wizard dialog box (Figure 3-11) appears, click the Next button. Figure 3-11 When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-12 appears, click the Install button. Click the Finish button to restart the system if prompted. Connect the USB cable to the USB ports on your computer and DSL Router.

  • Page 33: In Windows 98 Se

    Insert the Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The disc supports Windows In Windows 98 SE Autoplay mode and starts running automatically. If the Autoplay window appears, select the applications that you want to install, and then click the OK button.
  • Page 34 When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-14 appears, click the Next button. Figure 3-14 When the dialog box similar to Figure 3-15 appears, click the Install button. Figure 3-15 Setting up your DSL Router using USB connection 3-10...
  • Page 35 When the dialog box similar to Figure 3- 16 appears, click the Finish button to restart the system. Connect the USB cable to the USB ports on your computer and DSL Router. See "Setting up your DSL Router" on page 3- Before using your DSL Router, you will need to configure your DSL Router.

  • Page 36: Setting Up Your Dsl Router

    Setting up your DSL Router Use Figure 3-17 as a reference when following these instructions to set up your Using the USB DSL Router. port Do not connect the USB cable to the USB ports on your computer and DSL Router until after you have installed the USB drivers.
  • Page 37 Connect one end of the RJ-11 phone cable provided into the telephone wall outlet. Connect the other end into the DSL LINE port of your DSL Router. Connect the small round plug of the power adapter provided to the DSL Router’s power connector and plug your power adapter into a power outlet.

  • Page 38: Configuring Your Dsl Router

    Configuring your DSL Router...

  • Page 39: Understanding Dsl Router Configurations

    Configuring your DSL Router Your DSL Router can be configured in several ways. Consult your Internet Service Understanding Provider for the configuration that best suits you. DSL Router You need to configure your DSL Router just once, unless your Internet Service configurations Provider changes the configuration settings.
  • Page 40 If your DSL Router is connected using the Ethernet or USB port, the Link LED will light up. Start Internet Explorer. In the Address box, type http:// 192.168.1.1. Press the Enter key on your keyboard. In the dialog box similar to Figure 4- 1 appears, type admin in the User name box and admin in the Password box.

  • Page 41: Configuring Your Dsl Router

    Configuring your DSL Router After connecting to your DSL PPPoA/PPPoE Router’s home page, move your Configuration mouse over Configuration on the left pane and select WAN Settings. When the window similar to Figure 4-2 appears, select PPPoA or PPPoE in the encapsulation mode. If your DSL connection Type in the VPI and VCI values is charged on the basis...
  • Page 42 When the window similar to Figure 4-3 appears, type in the user name and password provided by your DSL service provider. Click the Next button. Figure 4-3 When the window similar to Figure 4-4 appears, check that all settings are correct. Click the Finish button. Figure 4-4 Configuring your DSL Router 4-4...

  • Page 43: Rfc 1483 Routed Ip Configuration

    When the window similar to Figure 4-5 appears, click the OK button. Wait for your DSL Router to connect to the Internet. You can now start surfing the Internet at high speed! Figure 4-5 After connecting to your DSL RFC 1483 Routed Router’s home page, click IP Configuration Configuration on the left pane and...
  • Page 44 Click the WAN DHCP Client option if your ISP provider provides you with a Dynamic WAN IP address. If you are using a Click the Next button and proceed Static WAN IP address, to step 7. you must configure the WAN IP address, Do not click the WAN DHCP Client subnet mask, gateway...

  • Page 45: Rfc 1483 Bridged Ip Configuration

    After connecting to your DSL Router’s home page, click Configuration on the RFC 1483 Bridged left pane and select WAN Settings. IP Configuration When the window similar to Figure 4-9 appears, select Bridge in Encapsulation Mode. Type in the VPI and VCI values DO NOT turn off the provided by your Internet Service computer or DSL...

  • Page 46: Disabling The Proxy Server

    In the web page that appears (Figure 4-11), click the Finish button. Click the OK button. Wait for your DSL Router to connect to the Internet. You can now start surfing the Internet at high speed! Figure 4-11 You need to disable any proxy server in use before accessing the DSL Router home Disabling the page.

  • Page 47: Using Internet Explorer

    Start Internet Explorer. Using Internet From the Tools menu, click Internet Explorer Options. When the dialog box similar to Figure 4-12 appears, click the Connections tab. Click the Never dial a connection option to select it and click the LAN Settings button. Figure 4-12 When the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings dialog box similar to Figure 4-13...

  • Page 48: Disconnecting From The Internet

    When you reconnect your DSL Router to the Internet, always make sure that you Disconnecting turn on your DSL Router before you turn on your computer. Wait at least 30 - 60 from the seconds for your DSL Router to connect to the Internet. Internet If you are using PPPoA or PPPoE configurations for your DSL router, you can In PPPoA and...

  • Page 49: Restoring Factory Default Settings

    To reset your DSL Router to the factory default settings Restoring Make sure your DSL Router is turned on. Factory Push the end of a thin object (for example, a straightened paperclip) into the Default Reset hole, and hold for approximately 10 seconds until all the LEDs light up. Settings You can also reset your DSL Router using your...

  • Page 50: Configuring Advanced Features

    Configuring Advanced Features...

  • Page 51: Lan Settings

    Configuring Advanced Features This chapter tells you how to configure your DSL Router’s advanced settings. This allows you to change your DSL Router’s IP address. LAN Settings Connect to your DSL Router’s home page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click Configuration ->...

  • Page 52: Lan Client

    Connect to your DSL Router’s home page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click Configuration -> LAN Settings -> DHCP Server Settings. When the web page similar to Figure 5- 2 appears, select your DHCP configuration.

  • Page 53: Diagnostic Tests

    Diagnostic Tests This feature allows you to test the physical connection between your DSL Router Loopback Test and ISP. Connect to your DSL Router’s home page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click Diagnostic Test -> Loopback Test.

  • Page 54: Dmz Settings

    Connect to your DSL Router’s home page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click Diagnostic Test -> Ping Test. When a web page similar to Figure 5-5 appears, type your IP Address. Click the Begin button. Figure 5-5 Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a computer host or small network inserted as a DMZ Settings...

  • Page 55: Port Forwarding

    Port forwarding, also known as port mapping, allows you to direct TCP/UDP ports Port to computers on your LAN. This allows access from the Internet to your LAN. Forwarding Connect to your DSL Router’s home page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page"...

  • Page 56: Filtering

    Connect to your DSL Router’s home page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click Configuration -> Advanced Settings -> UPnP. When a web page similar to Figure 5-8 appears, select the Enable UPnP check box. Click the Submit button.

  • Page 57: Mac Address Filtering

    Media Access Control (MAC) filtering is used to block data transfer on your LAN. MAC Address The MAC address of a Network Interface device is a 12 digit hexadecimal number Filtering that is unique. Connect to your DSL Router’s home page.

  • Page 58: Change Password

    Connect to your DSL Router’s home Change page. See "Connecting to your DSL Password Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click Configuration -> Advanced Settings -> Change Password. When a web page similar to Figure 5-11 appears, type in your new password, and then click the Submit button.

  • Page 59: Firmware Upgrade

    To upgrade your DSL Router firmware, do the following: Firmware Connect to your DSL Router’s home Upgrade page. See "Connecting to your DSL Router’s Home Page" on page 4-1. Click the Firmware Upgrade link on the left pane. When a web page similar to Figure 5-13 appears, click the Browse button.

  • Page 60: A Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications...
  • Page 61 Technical Specifications This section provides certain technical specifications for your Creative Broadband Blaster DSL Router 8015U. ❑ RFC 2684/1483 Bridge/Routed, PPPoA LLC/VC MUX, PPPoE LLC Data Encapsulation Protocol ❑ ADSL Line Interface ANSI T1.413 issue 2 ❑ ITU-T G.992.1 (G.DMT) ❑...
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 63: Connection To Your Dsl Router's Home Page

    If you have a technical problem with this product, you may wish to consult our self-help tool "Knowledge Base" for online troubleshooting and solutions. Go to www.creative.com and select your region. The Web browser does not connect to the DSL Router home page.

  • Page 64: Connection To The Internet

    My DSL Router does not connect to the Internet. Connection to You did not set up your DSL Router correctly. the Internet Try the following: ❑ Be sure that if your DSL Router is connected to your computer through a hub, you are using a crossed Ethernet cable.

  • Page 65: Led Status

    LED Status Observe the LEDs on your DSL Router to check if the device is functioning properly. When your DSL Router is turned on, all the LED lights up. After several seconds, all Normal Setup the LEDs will go into their correct states. See "About your DSL Router" on page 1- Status 1 for more information.
  • Page 66 The Ready LED on the DSL Router keeps flashing. There is no DSL service subscription. There is too much noise on your telephone line. Your Internet Service Provider may be experiencing problems. Check on the following: ❑ Be sure that the telephone cable is connected correctly to your DSL Router. ❑...

  • Page 67: Difficulties In Windows Xp

    You may see this message when installing this driver or update. If you do, you may choose to click the Continue Anyway button. Creative has tested this driver on Windows XP, and it does not impair or destablize your computer.

  • Page 68: C Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions...
  • Page 69 Frequently Asked Questions Can my DSL Router work with Operating Systems other than Windows? Yes, if you are connecting your DSL Router using the Ethernet port. Ethernet port connection is operating system independant. Currently, Technical Support only provides support for Windows-based operating systems. If you are, however, connecting your DSL Router using the USB port, your DSL Router will only work with Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me and Windows 98 SE.
  • Page 70 Glossary...
  • Page 71 Glossary This section offers a short explanation of some of the common networking and DSL terminologies. Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line — A Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) technology ADSL that allows digital data to be sent over existing telephone lines. Though many different DSL technologies have been developed, ADSL is the most popular among individuals and small businesses because it offers higher downstream (or download) than upstream (or upload) data rates.
  • Page 72 Digital Subscriber Line — A technology that transforms ordinary telephone lines into high-speed digital lines for fast Internet access. This technology uses a digital coding technique to get large capacity out of existing phone lines without interfering with regular services — one can use the phone and surf the Internet at the same time.
  • Page 73 The address for a computer on a TCP/IP network. An IP address identifies a IP Address particular machine on a network. The format of an IP address is a 32-bit numeric address written as four numbers separated by periods. Each number can be 0 to 255, for example, 11.160.10.240 is an IP address.
  • Page 74 A standard method for linking different devices across networks and which assures RFC 1483 “interoperability”. A connector/socket for two pairs (four wires) of twisted pair cables that is used RJ-11 primarily to connect telephone equipment. A hardware device connecting two separately functional networks that use the Router same or different protocols.

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