Nova media’s new router connects to DSL and 3G networks

Wireless and Networking - Tuesday, September 1st, 2009

Nova media’s new router connects to DSL and 3G networks Novamedia GlobeSurferX1 a

Euro-based mobile data solutions provider Nova media has just launched the GlobeSurfer X.1, a tiny Wi-fi router that shares an internet connection from both DSL and 3G modems. It’s a very compact 100 x 100 x 25 mm, 45-gram router that only features two LAN ports (compared to the usual five, including the WAN port), but adds two USB ports for attaching a USB 3G modem as well as for adding printers and storage devices to the network.

Like any other Wi-fi router, the GlobeSurfer X.1 primarily connects to a DSL modem for sharing an internet connection via Wi-fi, but it can also activate a 3G/ HSPA/ HSDPA data connection as soon as it detects that the DSL connection drops. Thankfully, it saves you 3G costs by reverting back to DSL when the signal returns.

The router also adds a built-in firewall and supports the usual WEP, WPA and WPA2 protocols for security, and connects to 802.11 b/g/n networks.

The GlobeSurfer X.1 is now available for €130, or around US$185.

Nova media’s new router connects to DSL and 3G networks Novamedia GlobeSurferX1