Wireless USB broadband modems are the new "in" thing, offering truly mobile computing at decent speeds. But most devices in the market are tied to a particular service provider, which can be a hassle if you want to switch lines, find yourself in an area outside your network provider’s coverage, or even go overseas.
Which is where VigSys HSDPA USB Modem VM10 (model HUSBM-1) comes in. This handy white lil’ beauty offers true plug-and-play solutions for instant broadband access via your 3G SIM card practically anywhere, worldwide.
With a connection data rate up to 7.2.Mbps over HSDPA (3.5G), all you have to do is plug it in to your laptop or PC and you are good to go. Powered solely through the USB interface, this 60g USB modem frees you from battery worries.
The VM10 also allows connection via UMTS (3G), Edge and GPRS network (but these are at lower speeds).
Connection is fairly straightforward – just install the software provided, fill in the network details and click on Connect (or Auto Connect) once you’re done. I had some trouble with the settings, which required a quick call to my network provider to straighten out.
In real use, the download speed is far lower than what the device is capable of supporting – it really depends on your network service provider and SIM card, and mine had a maximum download rate of 384Kbps (which is the maximum uplink rate supported by the device).
Mind you, it was still faster than dial-up, with pages downloading within a reasonable timeframe. Let’s just say you won’t fall asleep waiting for the Yahoo! home page to load.
The connection stability was good, even on the move (I tried it out on a taxi ride to KLIA), though the speed tends to drop to Edge or even GPRS (pah!) levels outside the city centre.
The VigSys USB Data Gateway (VM10), which is made in Malaysia, comes with a one-year warranty and is priced at RM699.
If you need to connect several computers to one gateway, VigSys Wireless Data Gateway Model VR20 is a good bet.
This HSDPA (downlink at 7.2Mbps, uplink at 384Kbps), 3G, Edge and GPRS-supported device offers easy connection with no untidy wires in your home or office. It can link several computers to a single wireless Internet connection, in essence creating your own Hotspot, thanks to its built-in Wireless (802.11b/g) Access Point and router.
It also has a built-in 10/100 Ethernet switch to set up your own wired LAN, to share files, printers, hard drive space and other resources.
Setting up is also straightforward, especially if you’ve experience configuring your home router – slot in your data SIM card, connect the RJ45 cable from the router’s LAN port to your PC or laptop (for setup only), pop in the provided CD, plug router to your power outlet, go through the setup (there’s a step-by-step guide to help you along), save the changes and you’re about done. No phone lines needed!
Worried about your line being hijacked or someone hacking into your computer? The VR20, which is priced at RM1,250, offers both hardware and software (encryption) protection, which is pretty standard for routers.
The manufacturer is touting this WiFi gateway as a backup to your existing fixed-line connection, and it really does what it says on the box. But remember, connection speeds are subject to your mobile phone network provider, and line stability is also dependent on this regard.
For more information, go to www.vigsys.net
Which is where VigSys HSDPA USB Modem VM10 (model HUSBM-1) comes in. This handy white lil’ beauty offers true plug-and-play solutions for instant broadband access via your 3G SIM card practically anywhere, worldwide.
With a connection data rate up to 7.2.Mbps over HSDPA (3.5G), all you have to do is plug it in to your laptop or PC and you are good to go. Powered solely through the USB interface, this 60g USB modem frees you from battery worries.
The VM10 also allows connection via UMTS (3G), Edge and GPRS network (but these are at lower speeds).
Connection is fairly straightforward – just install the software provided, fill in the network details and click on Connect (or Auto Connect) once you’re done. I had some trouble with the settings, which required a quick call to my network provider to straighten out.
In real use, the download speed is far lower than what the device is capable of supporting – it really depends on your network service provider and SIM card, and mine had a maximum download rate of 384Kbps (which is the maximum uplink rate supported by the device).
Mind you, it was still faster than dial-up, with pages downloading within a reasonable timeframe. Let’s just say you won’t fall asleep waiting for the Yahoo! home page to load.
The connection stability was good, even on the move (I tried it out on a taxi ride to KLIA), though the speed tends to drop to Edge or even GPRS (pah!) levels outside the city centre.
The VigSys USB Data Gateway (VM10), which is made in Malaysia, comes with a one-year warranty and is priced at RM699.
If you need to connect several computers to one gateway, VigSys Wireless Data Gateway Model VR20 is a good bet.
This HSDPA (downlink at 7.2Mbps, uplink at 384Kbps), 3G, Edge and GPRS-supported device offers easy connection with no untidy wires in your home or office. It can link several computers to a single wireless Internet connection, in essence creating your own Hotspot, thanks to its built-in Wireless (802.11b/g) Access Point and router.
It also has a built-in 10/100 Ethernet switch to set up your own wired LAN, to share files, printers, hard drive space and other resources.
Setting up is also straightforward, especially if you’ve experience configuring your home router – slot in your data SIM card, connect the RJ45 cable from the router’s LAN port to your PC or laptop (for setup only), pop in the provided CD, plug router to your power outlet, go through the setup (there’s a step-by-step guide to help you along), save the changes and you’re about done. No phone lines needed!
Worried about your line being hijacked or someone hacking into your computer? The VR20, which is priced at RM1,250, offers both hardware and software (encryption) protection, which is pretty standard for routers.
The manufacturer is touting this WiFi gateway as a backup to your existing fixed-line connection, and it really does what it says on the box. But remember, connection speeds are subject to your mobile phone network provider, and line stability is also dependent on this regard.
For more information, go to www.vigsys.net
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