Nokia Internet Stick CS-18 User manual

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Nokia Internet Stick CS-18
Quick Start Guide
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Contents
SAFETY...................................... 5
1. Introduction ......................... 7
Read the user guide for the Nokia
Internet Modem application............... 8
Supported hardware and software ... 8
2. Get started ........................... 9
Parts........................................................... 9
Antenna locations .............................. 9
Insert the SIM card............................. 10
First time setup.................................... 11
Microsoft Windows......................... 11
Apple Mac OS................................... 13
Indicator light for a network
connection ............................................ 14
Insert a microSD card ........................ 15
3. Set up a connection........... 17
Microsoft Windows ............................ 17
Apple Mac OS....................................... 18
Edit and manage connection
settings ............................................... 19
View details about previous
connections ....................................... 19
Taking care of your device.... 21
Additional safety information 23

SAFETY
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SAFETY
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal.
Read the complete guide for further information.
SWITCH ON SAFELY
Do not switch the device on when wireless phone use is prohibited or
when it may cause interference or danger.
INTERFERENCE
All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could
affect performance.
SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS
Follow any restrictions. Switch the device off in aircraft, near medical
equipment, fuel, chemicals, or blasting areas.
QUALIFIED SERVICE
Only qualified personnel may repair this product.
WATER-RESISTANCE
Your device is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.
■About your device
The wireless device described in this guide is approved for use on the (E)GSM 850,
900, 1800, and 1900, and UMTS 850/1900/2100 HSPA networks. Contact your
service provider for more information about networks.

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During extended operation, such as a high speed data connection, the device may
feel warm. In most cases, this condition is normal. If you suspect the device is not
working properly, take it to the nearest authorised service facility.
When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety
instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
■Network services
To use the device you must have service from a wireless service provider. Some
features are not available on all networks; other features may require that you
make specific arrangements with your service provider to use them. Network
services involve transmission of data. Check with your service provider for details
about fees in your home network and when roaming in other networks. Your
service provider can explain what charges will apply. Some networks may have
limitations that affect how you can use some features of this device requiring
network support.

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1. Introduction
The Nokia Internet Stick CS-18 is a wireless modem that lets you transfer
data in cellular networks.
To use the device with your computer, you need the Nokia Internet
Modem application that is automatically installed when you connect the
device to the computer for the first time.
When the device is connected to a compatible computer and a cellular
network, you can, for example, browse web pages, use e-mail, transfer
files, or stream videos.
The device includes a microSD card reader that you can use to save files to
your compatible memory card.
Read this guide carefully before using the device. Also read the user
guides for the Nokia Internet Modem application, your computer,
operating system, and any software that you use with the internet
connection set up through the device.
For the latest guides, additional information, downloads, and services
related to your Nokia product, see www.nokia.com/support or your local
Nokia website.
This product may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small
children.
The operating temperature of this device is -15°C to 35°C (5°F to 95°F),
and the storage temperature is -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F).

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Note: The plug of this device may contain a small amount of
nickel. Persons who are sensitised to nickel may have symptoms
from prolonged skin contact with the plug.
■Read the user guide for the Nokia Internet
Modem application
To read the user guide for the Windows version of the Nokia Internet
Modem application, you must have a PDF reader application installed on
your computer. You can download the application, for example, from the
Adobe website.
To access the user guide, select Help in the main view of the Nokia
Internet Modem application. The user guide is displayed in the language
that you selected during the installation of the application.
■Supported hardware and software
The USB plug on the device supports the data transfer rates defined in the
USB specification version 2.0.
To use the device for data transfer with your computer, the computer
must have a 500 MHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor or faster, a
compatible USB port, and 350 megabytes of free space on the hard disk.
You also need one of the following operating systems: Microsoft Windows
XP (Service Pack 2 with Hotfix KB943198, or Service Pack 3 or newer),
Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Apple Mac OS 10.4, 10.5, or 10.6.
Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit Edition is not supported.

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2. Get started
■Parts
The device contains the following parts:
1. Indicator light
2. Cover of the memory
card slot
3. USB plug, covered
with a protection cap
4. Cover of the SIM card
slot
Antenna locations
Your device has internal antennas. Avoid touching
the antenna area unnecessarily while the antenna
is transmitting or receiving. Contact with antennas
affects the communication quality and may cause
a higher power level during operation and may
reduce the computer battery life.
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■Insert the SIM card
Warning: Keep the cap out of the reach of small children.
1. Remove the protection cap (1).
2. Lift the cover of the SIM card slot (2).
3. Insert the SIM card (3).
Ensure that the contact surface on the
card is facing down, and the bevelled
corner is on the right.
4. To close the cover, press it against the
device (4), and slide it into place.
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■First time setup
To set up the device for your computer, you may need the administrator
rights for the operating system. You may also need to change the firewall
settings of your operating system to let the device access the internet.
Microsoft Windows
If you have a supported version of the Microsoft Windows operating
system (see “Supported hardware and software”, p. 8), do the following:
1. Ensure that a SIM card is inserted in the device.
2. Remove the protection cap from the USB plug.
3. Switch on your computer, and connect the device to the USB port on
the computer so that the Nokia logo is facing up.
Tip: The device can also be connected to a compatible computer
using the Nokia Connectivity Cable CA-150D. Connect one end
of the cable to the USB plug and the other end to the USB port
on the computer.
If you have enabled the autorun feature in Windows, the device
installs the Nokia Internet Modem application and the needed drivers
on the computer. When the operating system finds the device, let it
install the device software automatically. The installation may take
several minutes.
4. When prompted, select the desired language from the list and OK.
Follow the displayed instructions.

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When prompted, carefully read through the end-user licence
agreement. To accept the agreement and use the device, select the box
and Next >.
5. Based on your SIM card, the device automatically tries to define the
settings for the cellular network of your service provider (operator).
The device includes predefined settings for many service providers. If
the device cannot detect your service provider, you can define the
settings manually in the Nokia Internet Modem application. For
details, see the user guide for the application.
6. When prompted, enter the personal identification number (PIN) code
or the universal personal identification number (UPIN) of your SIM
card. The main view of the Nokia Internet Modem application is
displayed.
The (U)PIN code helps to protect your SIM card and is usually supplied
with the card.
7. To exit the Nokia Internet Modem application, select the application
icon in the Windows system tray, and select Exit.
8. To disconnect the device from the computer, unplug the device from
the USB port. You may need to stop the device in the operating system
before disconnecting it. For details, see the user guide of your
operating system.
To connect to the internet, see “Set up a connection”, p. 17.
To define settings related to the device (such as the PIN code request),
network connections, and the Nokia Internet Modem application, select
Help in the main view of the application.

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Apple Mac OS
If you have a supported version of the Apple Mac OS operating system, do
the following:
1. Ensure that a SIM card is inserted in the device.
2. Remove the protection cap from the USB plug.
3. Switch on your computer, and connect the device to the USB port on
the computer so that the Nokia logo is facing up.
Tip: The device can also be connected to a compatible computer
using the Nokia Connectivity Cable CA-150D. Connect one end
of the cable to the USB plug and the other end to the USB port
on the computer.
4. Double-click the Nokia Internet Stick CS-18 setup icon that is
displayed in the desktop, and double-click the Nokia Internet Modem
icon.
The installer opens and installs the Nokia Internet Modem application
and the needed drivers on the computer. Follow the displayed
instructions. The installation may take several minutes.
When prompted, carefully read through the end-user licence
agreement and accept it if you want to use the application and the
device.
5. When prompted, select the detect icon so that the installer can
recognise the device and SIM card. Based on the SIM card, the device
automatically tries to define the settings for the cellular network of
your service provider (operator).

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The device includes predefined settings for many service providers. If
the device cannot detect your service provider, you can define the
settings manually. See “Edit and manage connection settings”, p. 19.
6. When the Nokia Internet Modem application opens, enter the personal
identification number (PIN) code or the universal personal
identification number (UPIN) of your SIM card when prompted.
The code helps to protect your SIM card and is usually supplied with
the card.
7. To exit the application, select the red icon.
8. To disconnect the device from the computer, unplug the device from
the USB port after exiting the application.
To connect to the internet, see “Set up a connection”, p. 17.
If you want to uninstall the Nokia Internet Modem application, select the
uninstall icon in the Nokia folder.
■Indicator light for a network connection
If the indicator light is red, the device cannot register to a cellular
network because the SIM card is not valid or properly inserted. Check that
the SIM card is valid and properly in place. If the red light flashes, the
device is not registered to a cellular network because you have not
entered the PIN or UPIN code, if the PIN code request is enabled in the
Nokia Internet Modem application (available only in the Windows
version).

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If the indicator light is green, the device is registered to a GSM network
and transferring data. If the green light flashes, the device is registered to
a GSM network but the data connection is not active.
If the indicator light is blue, the device is registered to a UMTS network
and is transferring data. If the blue light flashes, the device is registered to
a UMTS network but the data connection is not active.
■Insert a microSD card
The device includes a microSD card reader that you can use to save files to
your compatible memory card. The memory card is shown as a removable
disk in your operating system.
Keep all microSD memory cards out of the reach of small children.
Use only compatible microSD cards approved by Nokia for use with this device.
Nokia uses approved industry standards for memory cards, but some brands may
not be fully compatible with this device. Incompatible cards may damage the card
and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
To insert a microSD card:
1. Open the cover of the memory card slot
(1).
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2. When the Nokia text is facing up, insert the card
into the slot with the contact surface facing down
(2).
3. Close the cover (3).
To remove the card, open the cover (1), press the card gently (2) and pull it
out, and close the cover (3).
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3. Set up a connection
For the availability of data services, pricing, and tariffs, contact your
service provider.
■Microsoft Windows
To connect to the internet if you have a supported version of the
Microsoft Windows operating system (see “Supported hardware and
software”, p. 8):
1. When a SIM card is inserted in the device, switch on the computer, and
connect the device to the computer.
If the Nokia Internet Modem application does not open automatically,
start the application in the normal way in your operating system (for
example, in Microsoft Windows XP, select Start > Programs > Nokia
Internet Modem > Nokia Internet Modem).
2. If prompted, enter the PIN or UPIN code of your SIM card.
The main view of the Nokia Internet Modem application is displayed.
3. Check the network indicator light to see whether a network
connection is available. For details, see “Indicator light for a network
connection”, p. 14.
4. To connect to the internet using the default connection profile, in the
Nokia Internet Modem application, select . Start using the
connection with the software you want.

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If the computer enters standby or hibernation mode, data transfer may
stop. Using the device for data transfer increases the demand on
computer battery power and reduces the battery life.
5. To view details about the connection, select Statistics in the pop-up
window that is displayed during data transfer.
6. To end the connection, select in the Nokia Internet Modem
application or Disconnect in the pop-up window.
To exit the Nokia Internet Modem application, select the application
icon in the Windows system tray, and select Exit.
■Apple Mac OS
To connect to the internet if you have a supported version of the Apple
Mac OS operating system:
1. When a SIM card is inserted in the device, switch on the computer, and
connect the device to the computer.
If the Nokia Internet Modem application does not open automatically,
select the application from the Finder, or select the Nokia folder and
Nokia Internet Modem.
2. If prompted, enter the PIN or UPIN code of your SIM card.
The main view of the Nokia Internet Modem application is displayed.
3. Check the network indicator light to see whether a network
connection is available. For details, see “Indicator light for a network
connection”, p. 14.

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4. To connect to the internet, select the connect icon. Start using the
connection with the software you want.
If the computer enters standby or hibernation mode, data transfer may
stop. Using the device for data transfer increases the demand on
computer battery power and reduces the battery life.
The amount of data sent and received during the current session is
shown during data transfer.
5. To end the connection, select the disconnect icon.
To exit the Nokia Internet Modem application, select the red icon.
To minimise the application without ending the active connection, select
the yellow icon. To open the application window, select the application
icon at the bottom of the screen.
Edit and manage connection settings
The connection settings are grouped in operator profiles. To edit or add a
profile or manage the profiles, select the wheel icon in the main view of
the Nokia Internet Modem application, and select the desired option.
Follow the displayed instructions. For the correct settings, contact your
service provider.
View details about previous connections
To view information about previous connections, select the clock icon in
the main view of the Nokia Internet Modem application. To delete the

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entire history, select the clear icon. To save the history as a file on your
computer, select the export icon.