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Option Audio GlobeSurfer X-1 User Manual

High speed wi-fi router for wireless usb modems
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High speed Wi-Fi router for Wireless USB modems
Easy-to-use networking for shared connectivity

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  • Page 1 ® GlobeSurfer 1 User Guide ● High speed Wi-Fi router for Wireless USB modems Easy-to-use networking for shared connectivity...
  • Page 2 Option TRADEMARK Copyright 2009©. Option nv. All rights reserved. Option, GlobeTrotter, Zero-CD and the Option logo are registered trademarks of Option. All third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Version: v003ext...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide CONTENTS WELCOME WARNING FEATURES SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ® GLOBESURFER X.1 PACKAGE CONTENT GETTING STARTED GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE ® POSITIONING THE GLOBESURFER FIRST TIME USE 5.3.1 Step 1: Connect the power adapter 5.3.2 Step 2: Connect the USB Modem Stick 5.3.3 Step 3: Connect your computer ®...

  • Page 4: Welcome

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 1 WELCOME ® The GlobeSurfer X.1 is a high performance 300MBs Wi-Fi device that enables you to connect workgroups of individuals to the internet (Wide Area Network) or your private LAN (Local Area Network) using a single USB Modem. ®...

  • Page 5: Warning

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide However, it is advised to follow the setup procedure described below to verify that all communication parameters are valid and that the physical cable connections are correct. The setup procedure consists of three consecutive stages: 1.
  • Page 6 ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide Applicable power supplies Power supply Manufacturer Model GS2 AC/DC adapter PHIHONG PSA15R-050P Equipment interconnection points Interconnection Category Type DC input connector SELV 5.5/1.2mm DC jack LAN connector SELV RJ45 Rated Input Voltage Maximum Input Voltage 5 VDC Version: v003ext Page: 6 of 30...

  • Page 7: Features

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 2 FEATURES 1. USB Modem Port Connect your USB Modem into the flip up port on your cradle in order to establish the WAN access to the internet for group/collaborative access via the single gateway USB device. 2.

  • Page 8: System Requirements

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ® ® ® ® ® ® Windows Vista , Windows XP, Windows XP Pro, Windows XP Home Edition, Window 2000 SP4 or Mac OS 10.4, 10.5 ® 4 GLOBESURFER X.1 PACKAGE CONTENT ®...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 5 GETTING STARTED 5.1 GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE ® GlobeSurfer X.1 contains sensitive electronic components as used in wireless routers. For safe and efficient use, please follow these guidelines: • Handle the unit carefully and store it in a clean and dust-free place. •...

  • Page 10: Step 1: Connect The Power Adapter

    ® GlobeSurfer 5.3.2 Step 2: Connect the USB Modem Stick A full list of compatible modem sticks can be sourced from your Operator, or by visiting http://www.option.com 5.3.3 Step 3: Connect your computer ® Connect your computer to GlobeSurfer X.1 using the supplied RJ45 Ethernet based LAN cable.

  • Page 11: Step 5: Use The 'Installation Wizard

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide Tip: Save the link (URL) to this page as a bookmark in your Browser (follow the instructions in your web browser). ® Then you can easily access the GlobeSurfer X.1 Management Console in future by using the bookmark. The ‘User name’...
  • Page 12 ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide ® ® Use the following instructions to connect your computer to GlobeSurfer X.1 if you are using Windows Turn on your computer and enable the WLAN adapter, if necessary. ® From the Windows ‘Start’ menu, select ‘Control Panel’. Click ‘Network Connections’.

  • Page 13: Using Your Globesurfer

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 6 USING YOUR GLOBESURFER X.1 6.1 STAYING CONNECTED ® You can use GlobeSurfer X.1 to surf the Internet and use e-mail just as if your computer is always connected. ® There is no need to login to the GlobeSurfer X.1 Graphical User Interface (within the Web Browser) to use those features.

  • Page 14: Changing Your User Name And Password

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 6.2 CHANGING YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD ® The password is your security code for the GlobeSurfer X.1 Graphical User Interface. When logging in to the Graphical User Interface for the first time you have to use the default user name and password of “admin” and “admin”.

  • Page 15: Upgrading From A Local Computer

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 6.2.3 Upgrading From a Local Computer ® To upgrade GlobeSurfer X.1 using a locally stored file: ® Login to the GlobeSurfer X.1 Graphical User Interface, if you have not done so already. Enter the “Advanced mode” Select the ‘System’...

  • Page 16: Administration Basics

    ® Configure the encryption of the GlobeSurfer X.1 wireless network. The ‘None’ option should only be used during installation of your network to simplify the set-up procedure. Add encryption to your wireless network to prevent unauthorised traffic monitoring and access, as soon as your local wireless network has been set up.

  • Page 17: Shared Printers

    LAN. ® Steps on How to use GlobeSurfer X.1’s Print Server ® ® To use the print server on the Option GlobeSurfer X.1, you need to accomplish the following tasks: Install the printer drivers on the computer ® ®...

  • Page 18: For Windows Vista

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 7.3.2 For Windows Vista ® Click on the Start Button> Control Panel. Click Printer under the Hardware and Sound category. Click on Add a Printer. Click on Add a local printer then click Next. Select Create a new port, on the drop down box choose Standard TCP/IP port then click Next. ®...

  • Page 19: File Server (Attached Storage)

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 8 FILE SERVER (ATTACHED STORAGE) ® GlobeSurfer X.1 includes a file server function that allows external hard disk drives to be attached to the device via the secondary USB port. Once the external disk drive is connected, it can be shared by all computers on the LAN. Please note that the external hard disk drives must be formatted as “FAT”...
  • Page 20 ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide In order to view the contents of the storage device over the LAN, follow the steps below: Expand “My Network Places” > “Entire Network” > “Microsoft Windows Network” and you will notice a workgroup entitled ‘Wgcradle’ Open ‘Wgcradle’...
  • Page 21 ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide Please note that external hard disk drives must be formatted as “FAT” (File Allocation Table) format in order to read and write to the disk. NTFS (New Technology File System) format is supported for ‘read’ only, and will not enable you to write to the disk.

  • Page 22: Detailed Technical Specifications

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide 9 DETAILED TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General features • Fully compliant IEE 802.11b/g standards and IEE802.11n draft (MIMO) router • Compatible with all commercially available USB style 3.5G cellular modems • Works on HSDPA, HSUPA and GPRS networks •...
  • Page 23 ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide Wireless Security Support WEP (64/128 bit) WPA-PSK Personal / WPA2-PSK Personal TKIP, AES Stealth AP (Hidden ESSID, Deny any Access) MAC Address Filtering Hardware • Power Requirement Input Power : 5V @ 2A Power Consumption : 10 Watt (max) Power Adaptor : 5V @ 3A DC (Phihong PSA15R-050P)

  • Page 24: Glossary

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide GLOSSARY 802.11b WLAN standard. Provides a transmission speed of up to 11Mbps in the 2.4GHz band. 802.11g WLAN standard. Provides transmission speeds of up to 54Mbps (typically 22Mbps) in the 2.4GHz band. 802.11n WLAN standard. Provides transmission speeds of up to 300Mbps (typically 160Mbps) in the 2.4GHz band.

  • Page 25: Product Support And Additional Help

    10 PRODUCT SUPPORT AND ADDITIONAL HELP ® ® GlobeSurfer X.1 updates will be made available on the Option support website. Here you will also find the latest firmware releases, and the User Guide, complete with information about compatible USB Modems from both ®...

  • Page 26: Appendix A: Limited Warranty

    SOFTWARE: Option warrants that the software programs licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance ® to the program specifications therefore for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Option ® its Authorized Reseller. Option warrants the magnetic media containing software against failure during the ®...

  • Page 27: Appendix B: Health, Safety And Certification Info

    1.7 Do not use in hospitals: Please ensure you follow any local regulations or rules. People are often asked to switch ® off all electronic devices in some areas of a hospital. This is a recommendation that Option fully supports. Using the ®...
  • Page 28 ® radio frequency equipment and the implant. Option operating companies reflect the advice given by their relevant health authority or national advisory service, and as a minimum recommend a separation distance of at least 20cm ®...
  • Page 29 The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Option could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2.3 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 30: Version: V003Ext

    ® GlobeSurfer X.1 User Guide Option nv – Gaston Geenslaan 14 – 3001 Leuven Belgium – T +32 16 317 411 – F +32 16 207 164 www.option.com Version: v003ext Page: 30 of 30...

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