Delivering simultaneous voice and broadband data, BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network) brings satellite communications to new levels of mobility, performance and reach
The world's first truly mobile broadband solution, BGAN uses a small, lightweight device to deliver a powerful array of services capable of processing bandwidth-intense and other applications. For high-demand users on-the-go, BGAN sets a new standard in communications via satellite.
This innovative Inmarsat service, now available from Marlink, offers network access at broadband speeds up to 492kbps.
BGAN enables customers to communicate as they would back at the office. Users can access the Internet and corporate networks, send and receive e-mail with large attachments - in a high-speed, easy-to-use, secure environment that is above all, reliable. Users can simultaneously make a voice call and send and receive IP data.
Services
- Standard IP service offering background class IP data at variable rates up to 492 kbps over a shared channel
- Streaming IP service with guaranteed data rates of 32, 64, 128, or 256 kbps (symmetrically for uplink and downlink)
- ISDN data service at 64 kbps
- Landline quality direct dial voice service
- Short Messaging Service (SMS)
- Voice Mail Service
Global Coverage
Delivered over the Inmarsat-4 (I-4) network, BGAN services is available in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, with service in the Americas to follow in early 2006. Each satellite in the I-4 Network, the most advanced satellite network available in the world today, has over two hundred spot beams and a global beam covering 85% of the world's land mass.
Click here to view the BGAN coverage map.
Equipment
BGAN services are compatible with all Inmarsat-approved BGAN devices. BGAN devices range in size, weight, performance and features designed to meet the specific needs of a variety of user groups. BGAN devices are highly portable and able to withstand challenging user environments.
BGAN devices come with a BGAN SIM card and a comprehensive user interface called the BGAN Launch Pad. The BGAN Launch Pad simplifies set-up and offers access to all BGAN services and support features making BGAN simple to operate. The BGAN Launch Pad is uniform across all BGAN manufacturer devices.
Getting started:
For more information, please contact your closest Marlink Sales Representative.
