GlobeSurfer ICON is a self-contained wireless access device, offering the simplest Internet access method, ever. It attaches to any PC through the USB connector and provides instant Internet access at DSL-speed using the latest HSDPA wireless network technology.

GlobeSurfer ICON, combines the convenience of high speed wireless connectivity (up to 1.8 Mbps downlink) with extreme ease of use.

Automatic drivers installation, built-in control applet, and one-button connect, all contribute to maximum user-friendliness.

There is no need for installing SW from discs, connecting DSL wires and filters, setting parameters ... It therefore appeals to the broadest market of PC-owners looking for simple access to Internet and associated services like E-mail, Instant messaging, on-line gaming, or media download.

GlobeSurfer ICON connects to the Internet at data speeds of up to 1.8 Mbps using HSDPA and up to 384 kbps using UMTS. And in areas beyond 3G coverage, GlobeSurfer ICON still enables reliable and secure data connections over EDGE at up to 247 kbps.

FEATURES

Plug 'n' Play zero configuration. Auto-installed drivers and connect tool (for MS Windows)
Powered via USB interface
Multimode HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE/GPRS/GSM USB access device
Provides HSDPA and UMTS High-speed data (up to 1.8 Mbps)
Provides EDGE/GPRS/GSM data (up to 247 kbps) connectivity
Transparent handover between UMTS and GSM/EDGE networks
Compatible with nearly all modern Desktop and laptop PCs equipped with Microsoft Windows
Securely access corporate resources with its transparent support for IPSec and VPN technology
Supports third party applications that provide Video Telephony (3GPP 3G-324M, H.324, H264 Baseline Video), SIP, SMS, IM, MMS,
Internet and Email.
Comprehensively tested on infrastructures and networks worldwide.
Future proofing through Flash Memory technology
SPECIFICATIONS

HSDPA/UMTS Air Interface:
2100 MHz
3GPP FDD compliant - 3GPP Release 5, June 2004-06
UE Category 12, QPSK, - 120Kbps+ n*120Kbps up to 1.8Mbps Peak Rate
UE Power Class 3 (+24 dBm)
UMTS: 384kbps operation in downlink, 384kbps in uplink
1.8Mbps downlink
Support for UMTS QoS traffic classes
Support for PPP, IP transparent and non-transparent modes
EGPRS/GSM Air Interface:
Bands: 850/900/1800, 1900 MHz (US-Cellular, EGSM, DCS and US-PCS bands)
3GPP Release 99, September 2003 + Change Requests - compliant
3GPP Release 4: GERAN Feature Package 1 (NACC, Extended UL TBF, Delayed TBF)
EDGE Power Class E2, GSM Power Class 1 at 1800/1900 MHz and Power Class 4 at 850/900 MHz; coding schemes UL & DL - CS 1-4, MCS 1-9
Packet-switched data:
Multislot (E)GPRS Class 10, (E)GPRS Class B Type 1 MT
Streaming, Background & Interactive QoS Classes Supported
Terminal Equipment Interfaces:
Drivers: Windows™ 2000 Pro, Personal and XP Pro and Home
SIM-ME interface as specified in 3GPP Rel. '99 GSM TS11.11 and GSM 11.12 and with compliance to ISO 7816.