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GlobeSurfer

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1 User Guide

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

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Page 1: ...GlobeSurfer X 1 User Guide High speed Wi Fi router for Wireless USB modems Easy to use networking for shared connectivity ...

Page 2: ... implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are made in relation to the accuracy reliability or contents of this document COPYRIGHT Reproduction transfer distribution or storage of part or all of the contents of this User Guide in any form is prohibited without the prior written permission of Option nv TRADEMARK Copyright 200...

Page 3: ...URFER X 1 13 6 1 STAYING CONNECTED 13 6 1 1 The Connection Status page is displayed 13 6 1 2 Using the Graphical User Interface 13 6 2 CHANGING YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD 14 6 2 1 Restoring the factory default settings 14 6 2 2 Firmware Upgrade 14 6 2 3 Upgrading From a Local Computer 15 6 2 4 Managing SMS text messages 15 6 3 ADMINISTRATION BASICS 16 6 3 1 Wireless Encryption 16 7 SHARED PRINTER...

Page 4: ...the computers in your network so they cannot be found or directly accessed from outside your network A firewall is also included which by default blocks incoming traffic and allows outgoing traffic Additional security GlobeSurfer X 1 supports both Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP and Wi Fi Protected Access WPA and WPA2 to protect your network data Security logs keep you aware of potential security ris...

Page 5: ... prior to purchase LAN Connection Your computer can connect to the gateway in two ways either through Ethernet or through the use of Wireless The most common type of connection is Ethernet Use an Ethernet cable to connect between an Ethernet port on your gateway and your computer WARNING The GlobeSurfer X 1 is intended for use only when powered by the external power supply shipped together with th...

Page 6: ...ble 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 ...

Page 7: ...er and Print Server functionality any other USB device connected to the GlobeSurfer X 1 may not work and is not supported Please also note any external hard disk drive must be formatted in FAT32 or FAT16 file format for read and write access NTFS file format is only supported in read only mode 4 Ethernet Ports Local Area Network LAN and Wide Area Network WAN Ports for Ethernet cables to be connect...

Page 8: ...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 GlobeSurfer X 1 device Quick Start Guide Power Supply Unit International Power Adaptor RJ45 Ethernet Cable ...

Page 9: ...urfer X 1 to ensure the following A good mobile signal when USB Modem stick has been inserted you may find that placing the unit near a window provides the best reception however DO NOT place or leave the GlobeSurfer X 1 in direct sunlight as the heat build up due to the sun will damage the device A good wireless signal centrally located and quite high up or close to a window to optimise wireless ...

Page 10: ...ble 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 Note If you want to use a wireless WLAN connection to perform the initial set up WLAN must be installed and activated on your computer 5 3 4 Step 4 Log in to GlobeSurfer X 1 Start your web ...

Page 11: ...Finish to accept settings and confirm with OK 5 3 6 Step 6 Connect to the Internet From the Browser Basic Mode screen click Connect The status shows Connecting and then Connected Open a new browser window and go to a page on the Internet 5 4 CONFIGURE YOUR COMPUTERS 5 4 1 Using Ethernet LAN Once GlobeSurfer X 1 is configured as above it is ready to be used If you are only using the Ethernet LAN co...

Page 12: ... wireless networks is displayed 5 Select the device with the SSID that you entered in the Installation Wizard and click Connect If encryption is set on your GlobeSurfer X 1 a dialog box is displayed that requests a Network key Type in the same password or encryption key that was entered in the Installation Wizard 6 Enter the password or encryption key in both fields and click Connect After short t...

Page 13: ...er X 1 using either LAN or WLAN If you are uncertain check the Network Connections in My Network Places or in the Windows Control Panel Step 3 Enter the USB Modem PIN code if requested and click OK 6 1 1 The Connection Status page is displayed Click Connect or press the connect button on the top of your GlobeSurfer X 1 to connect to the Internet When the connection is established Connected shows o...

Page 14: ... name or password you will have to restore GlobeSurfer X 1 to the factory default settings This allows you to accept the default user name and provide a new password in the Welcome page 6 2 1 Restoring the factory default settings You can restore the factory default configuration for GlobeSurfer X1 when you want to build a new network from scratch or when changes to the network have become unclear...

Page 15: ...ade to confirm The upgrade process should take between one to five minutes depending on the size and scope of the firmware changes WARNING DO NOT TURN OFF THE POWER OR DISCONNECT THE GLOBESURFER X 1 DURING THE FIRMWARE UPGRADE PROCESS OR YOU MAY RISK UNRECOVERABLE DAMAGE TO THE DEVICE GlobeSurfer X 1 will automatically reboot and the new firmware version will run 6 2 4 Managing SMS text messages T...

Page 16: ...s soon as your local wireless network has been set up Configure your wireless PC clients to use the same encryption type and keys otherwise the devices will not understand each other Select from the drop down list No encryption not recommended except during installation of your network WEP Wireless Equivalent Privacy is a 64 bit or 128 bit encryption method with user configurable fixed keys 128 bi...

Page 17: ...rs on this computer and the printer is attached to the GlobeSurfer X 1 1 Click on the Start Button Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Printers and Faxes 2 Click on the File Menu Add Printer 3 Click on Next on the Add Printer Wizard page 4 Choose Local Printer attached to this computer and click Next on the Local or Network Printer page 5 Choose Create a new port and on the drop down box cho...

Page 18: ...formation Required window select Custom then click Next 8 Once the computer detects the printer on the Print Server it will ask for the printer manufacturer and model a list of printers will be shown select the your printer from the list and click OK 9 Select Use the driver that is currently installed then click Next 10 To print a test page click on Print a test page on the confirmation screen cli...

Page 19: ...may cause the GlobeSurfer X 1 to hang USB memory stick storage devices can be connected to the GlobeSurfer X 1 at any point i e while the GlobeSurfer X 1 is turned on or off Please note Ideally the power supply unit provided with the GlobeSurfer X 1 should be used when external drives are connected The Y Cable power accessory should not be used to power the GlobeSurfer X 1 if an external hard driv...

Page 20: ...t Windows Network and you will notice a workgroup entitled Wgcradle 2 Open Wgcradle and the contents of the attached storage device will be present Please note by right clicking over the primary storage folder and selecting Mount Network Drive you will then be able to assign a drive label eg E F G etc to the storage device so it will mount automatically next time it is inserted see image below ...

Page 21: ...h the GlobeSurfer X 1 device if you require read write functionality Please note It is highly recommended that external hard drives be separately powered For external hard drives that require power over their USB cable it is highly recommended that the hard drive be connected to the GlobeSurfer X 1 device while the GlobeSurfer X 1 is turned off In the event an external hard drive is connected to t...

Page 22: ...Translation NAT o Stateful Packet Inspection SPI protects against DoS attacks Access Control to prevent unauthorized usage UPnP Universal Plug Play and ALGs support for Internet applications such as Email FTP Gaming Remote Desktop Net Meeting Telnet and more Provides additional security of Enable Disable SSID Internet Access Control Services URL and MAC Filtering Supports multiple and concurrent I...

Page 23: ...WAN Link ACT Status LED o 1 x Wireless LAN Link Status LED o 1 x 3 5G Link ACT Status LED o 2 x LAN WAN Link Status LED Integrated in RJ45 o 2 x LAN WAN ACT Status LED Integrated in RJ45 External Connectors o 1 x DC Jack for Power Input o 1 x RJ45 for LAN port o 1 x RJ45 for WAN port o 2 x USB type A 1 USB Port for USB Modem 1 USB Port for extending functionality Printer Hard Drive Physical Dimens...

Page 24: ...lar phone technology that is the predominant system in Europe but is also used around the world Operating in the 900MHz and 1 8GHz bands in Europe and the 1 9GHz PCS band in the US HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol is a service protocol to transmit documents between servers or from a server to a client Is mainly used on the Internet or the World Wide Web IP address The IP address identifies every d...

Page 25: ...ade 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 Option and competitive manufacturers 10 1 Technical Support Questions and answers regarding GlobeSurfer X 1 can be found on the Option support website ...

Page 26: ...TY SERVICE Standard warranty service for hardware products may be obtained by delivering the defective product accompanied by a copy of the dated proof a purchase to Option s Corporate Service Center or to an Authorized Option Reseller during the applicable warranty period Standard warranty service for software products may be obtained by calling Option s Corporate Service Center or an Authorized ...

Page 27: ...PC could generate sparks which could cause an explosion or fire Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are not always clearly marked They include fuelling areas petrol filling stations below deck on boats fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Do not transport or store your PC and accessorie...

Page 28: ...er X 1 contains small parts with sharp edges that may cause an injury or which could become detached and create a choking hazard 1 13 Driving Do NOT use the GlobeSurfer X 1 while driving Park the vehicle first 1 14 SIM cards To protect against damage from electrostatic discharge ESD do not touch the SIM card connectors As a precaution always make sure that the GlobeSurfer X 1 is already in your ha...

Page 29: ...rt 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 2 4 Exposure Information to Radio Frequency Energy This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equi...

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

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