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Mobile Broadband USB modem stick

We have two kinds of Mobile Broadband USB modem stick: the 100 range gives you everything you need for surfing on the move, while the 500 range gives you faster uploading and downloading where possible. So if you send and receive lots of photos or other files, this is probably for you..

Plug and play - it's that simple to get up and running with superfast internet on the move.

Plus our Mobile Broadband USB sticks have a high-capacity micro SD memory card slot so you can keep all your files with you.

Our USB modem sticks are Mac and PC compatible and use clever technology (called Receive Diversity) to bounce signals off hills and buildings to give you a stronger signal in poorer reception areas.

With our Mobile Broadband USB modem sticks, getting online couldn't be easier. Just plug in and our simple software installs automatically - you just hit the big 'Connect' button to start surfing right away.

How do I get started?

Its easy to get started with mobile broadband, just follow these steps…

  1. Sign up for mobile broadband
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  2. Put your new SIM card into your USB modem
  3. Plug the USB modem into your laptop
  4. Start surfing

Our USB modem stick

It may look like a memory stick, but after putting your SIM card into it and then plugging it into your laptop, you'll be able to connect to the internet at broadband speeds, if you're in coverage of course.

Why choose the USB modem stick?

  • Neat and compact
  • Super-fast upload speed
  • Leave it plugged in your laptop

 Set-up guides

USB modem stick Quick start guide
Tells you how to:

  • insert your SIM card into the USB modem stick
  • get started with PC and Windows
  • get started with Apple Macs

USB modem stick Manual
Tells you how to:

  • use the web'n'walk Manager software
  • use the text message service
  • update settings and profile

 Minimum system requirements

Processor: 400MHz 32bit or above
Memory: 256MB RAM or above
Hard Disk: 25MB free disk space
Operating system: Windows Vista - Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Enterprise and Ultimate editions (32 bit & 64 bit) Windows XP - Home, Professional, Tablet and Media Centre editions (SP1 & SP2). Windows 2000 (SP4). Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher.
Internet Explorer: 5.5 or higher
Other: USB 2.0 port required