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Networks & Equipments - Inmarsat - BGAN

Introduction

The BGAN is the first service of satellite communication to offer broadband data and voice accessible simultaneously through a simple compact terminal, with on demand garanteed data rates. A large range of value-added services is also available.

It is a single and complete Inmarsat service. With the BGAN, you set up a broadband mobile office in a few minutes.

The BGAN is available in all the world terrestrial territory.

Characteristics

The BGAN is the first satellite communications service to offer broadband data plus voice accessible simultaneously through a compact device. All equipments composing the BGAN range are portable, flexible and easy to use. The BGAN service is also totally secure, guaranteed by the Inmarsat reliability.

Simultaneous voice and broadband data

With the BGAN, you can access data applications at speeds up to 492 Kbps, in shared bandwith, and make a phone call at the same time. You can also select guaranteed data rates on demand up to 384+ Kbps, with a choice of data rates to suit your application requirements, or SMS fonctionalities. And to ensure bandwith availability, network capacity can be re-directed to areas of heavy usage.

Portable

BGAN terminals are compact, lightweight and can be carried easily as a laptop. A fully fonctional broadband mobile office can be set up in minutes. Each terminal has been designed to suit specific requirements, for specific users.

Flexible

BGAN supports the latest IP services, as well as circuit-switched voice and data. Integrating seamlessly with your corporate networks, it will support legacy applications while providing a smooth upgrade path to IP. There are terminals for single users and small teams, which can be connected to a laptop via a wired or wireless connection. And teh user interface can be customized according to your requirements.

Secure

BGAN has been designed to provide secure communications to military and government customers. It meets these exacting requirements and supports all major VPN products and encryption standards.

Easy to use

BGAN is designed for simplicity and ease of use. No technical expertise is required to set it up and use it. It is easy to manage costs, because you can track service usage in real time. You can use the same device worldwide and the user interface is standard across all terminals. And there are never any compatibility issues with local telecoms networks, because you connect direct to the satellite.

Inmarsat reliability

Inmarsat's name is synonymous with reliable communications, given its responsabilities in providing maritime safety services. Inmarsat also selected the best suppliers to design the BGAN terminals. BGAN provides reliability and security everywhere.

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