The Portable Satellite Modem -
Worldwide Communications To Go!

Communicate on the go with an Inmarsat BGAN portable satellite modem. It's compact, lightweight, and wireless!

 And here's the best part...
 it provides instant, 2-way, high speed internet access and  simultaneous telephone capability worldwide - all from a powerful  device the size of a laptop computer. Perfect for today's on the  move professionals.


 Most important...
 BGAN, or Broadband Global Area Network is a cost effective,  versatile communications tool that provides seamless access to  popular applications, and it's compatible with both PC and Mac  platforms.


 Connection to the Internet or a private network via built-in satellite link can be kept 'always  on', and you only pay for the amount of data                                                      you send or receive, rather than the time spent online - making it an extremely effective business tool. You can further control operational expense with an available prepaid service option, and you can track service usage and charges in real-time! Also ...


This portable satellite modem provides remote LAN and intranet access, and enables dedicated, secure links to be set up over a virtual private network (VPN). Additionally, it's suitable for FTP, instant messaging, video streaming, e-commerce and transferring or sharing all kinds of data files.


Several models are available to meet your specific service requirements from noted manufacturers - Thrane, Nera, and Hughes. Currently, the Nera WorldPro 1000 is the lightest and most compact, portable satellite modem available weighing less than 1kg. (2.2lbs.).


The WorldPro is a perfect travel companion for those who need email and internet access only without realtime video. It offers download speeds of 384 Kbps and uploads up to 240 Kbps with simultaneous voice calling capability.


For more intensive applications, such as VPN, video and secure communications, the Hughes HNS-9201 is a good choice because it can handle all of these services quite handily. All BGAN modem units are designed with weatherproofing technology which makes them equally effective in arid, humid or dusty locations. Set-up and operation is simple whenever you need service, on land or at sea. So...


Whether you are traveling by ship, rail, bus, automobile, or on foot, connecting to the  Internet is simple and quick! The BGAN portable satellite modem can be used with a single PC or connected to a local area network (LAN) through which it can be accessed by multiple devices. You can set up a broadband mobile office in minutes - wherever you are on the planet. Access your data applications and make a phone call at the same time!


What's more...
connections can be made using USB, Ethernet or Bluetooth technology. This exciting high-speed Internet Protocol (IP) data service provides fast, reliable access to the Internet and corporate computer networks, especially where the local telecom infrastructure is either poor, non-existent or expensive.


And, get this ...
The connectivity offered by BGAN, at speeds from 144 kbps to 492 kbps(actual download speed varies according to BGAN model selected), runs at more than twice the speed of current terrestrial GPRS mobile phone networks. The portable broadband equipment pictured above is just one of several models available. Each one is lightweight, compact and ready for travel.

Utilizing four strategicaly placed satellites, you will be able to get portable broadband service wherever you go worldwide, not just in major cities or airports. Satellite internet and telephone access via the BGAN portable satellite modem is currently available in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, as well as, all of North and South America!


Regarding reliability ...
The BGAN portable satellite modem can be used worldwide. Service is accessed via software interface which is standard across all terminals. Direct connections to the satellite means there are never any compatibility issues like those encountered with local telecom networks.

Inmarsat's name is synonymous with reliable communications, built on a proven track record in the provision of maritime safety services. The network capacity of the new Inmarsat-4 satellites is 16 times greater than the previous generation of satellites, delivering a massive boost to an already highly available network. In addition, the entire system is backed by 24/7 customer support.


A word about security...
Inmarsat has vast experience in providing secure communications to military and government customers. BGAN meets these exacting requirements and supports all major VPN products and encryption standards.