Option Globesurfer X1

Globesurfer X1 Features

Hardware specifications

Compact form factor with a width and length of 10cm, and a depth of 4cm.

This makes the Globesurfer X.1 a pocket size device that can easily travel with you. It is made of sturdy plastics that are robust enough to take the knocks commonly associated with travel and packing of computer equipment. The USB connector is adjustable, so when not in use, retracts into the casing of the device, leaving a perfectly flush, rounded surface, aesthetically pleasing and stylishly designed.


Unlocked to support all primary USB Modem providers

In this world of constant technological change people will buy USB Modem devices from many different tier 1, 2 or 3 manufacturers. Option realises that not everyone is going to find our portfolio of high quality, reliable USB Modems to their liking, and will buy from other suppliers. It is for this reason we have ‘unlocked’ the device, thereby ensuring whosever USB device you decide to use, will be supported by the cradle. It is the ideal Go Anywhere, Connect Anyone scenario.

For a full list of compatible USB Modems, please consult the documents tab.


Wi-Fi 802.11b,g and n (MIMO, 160Mbs) supported

With an 802.11n router you will find a wireless experience that outpaces all previous wireless technologies. It has real world throughput that clocks in at 160 Mbps or faster—seven times faster than 802.11g networks.

At 300 feet, 802.11g performance plummets to 1 Mbps. 802.11n networks operate at up to 70 Mbps - 70 times faster than 802.11g.

The key to this speed is MIMO (multiple input/multiple output) which uses multiple antennas to send and receive digital data in multiple simultaneous radio streams, thus multiplying total performance.

The bottom line: with 802.11n, you can share data, photos and music among multiple devices in the home faster and at greater distances than ever before.


2 Ethernet Ports (1xLAN and 1xWAN)

Two RJ45 Ethernet ports extend the reach of the Globesurfer X.1. By plugging in to the LAN port, clients not having Wi-Fi. get direct access the LAN, WAN and Internet. An Ethernet hub device can be plugged in to extend the number of available ports. The WAN port allows the X.1 to be connected to an Ethernet network or ADSL modem to provide WiFi AP functionality. This gives you the option to switch between networks for increased resiliance.


2 USB Ports (File Server and Printer Server compatible)

As well as the USB port for the USB Modem device, a secondary USB port provides File Server and Print Server functionality, allowing clients to use the cradle as a centralised LAN storage facility (also known as ‘network attached storage, or NAS’), or centralised Printer location. This ‘always available’ solution is ideal for nomadic users who want the ease of backing up their notebook or netbook computers, ensuring if they lose or damage their PC’s, they always have a disaster recovery solution available. It also allows for multiple users to print to the same device, without having to have it connected to their PC’s.


Hidden LEDs displaying status

Hidden beneath the glossy black veneer lie 4 LED’s that indicate the activities of the cradle device. Each icon is only illuminated when in use, and is completely hidden when not. The LED behaviour informs the client of: Power availability, Physical Device Connection (RJ45), Wi-Fi activity and USB Internet Connection established.


Plug and Play, no Software installation required

In keeping with the Router gateway portfolio, the Globesurfer X.1 does not require any software installation to work. By launching any supported browser, and typing in the URL for the cradle, the graphical user interface will then allow client to set up the LAN. Once a USB Modem is inserted into the cradle device, it will detect the device present, and then present the client with the setup options (API etc), and finally present them with the ‘Connect’ button, thereby opening the gateway to the internet.

Globesurfer X1 Compatibility

The Option Globesurfer X1 is compatible with most mainstream 3G USB Modems - we have listed below some of the most common units that have been tried and tested with the Globesurfer X1.

3: Mi-Fi

BT: E180

BT Huawei: E170

Huawei: E1550, E156G, E160, E160G, E166, E169, E170, E172, E1750, E176, E180, E216, E219, E220, E230, E270, E510, E5830, E620

Novatel: U630, X950D

O2: 875U, Compass 597, E169, USB Stick

Option: 225, 510, GT Max

Option : Icon

Orange: 515m, E160, E1752, GT Max, Icon, MF330, Option 225

T Mobile: 510, 530, E110, E160, E170, E220, USB Stick 120, USB Stick 150, USB Stick 620

Three: MF622, E1550, E156G, E160G, E169, E169G, E1750, E220, MF627

Virgin: E160

Vodafone: E172, E270, E620, U630, USB Stick, X950D

Vodafone : USB Stick Lite

ZTE: MF112, MF330, MF622, MF627