Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) is a form of Satellite internet and telephony provided by INMARSAT. The system uses three geostationary satellites that covers all parts of the world except for polar regions.
Downlink speeds are up to 492kb/s and upload speeds slightly lower at 300-400kb/s means that BGAN allows you to access data applications at broadband speed and make phone calls at the same time - wherever you are on the planet.
There are some quirks to the BGAN (like all satellite based communication), the main one being need for a view of the satellite. Since BGAN works on geostationary satellites - as long as users know the general direction, they can get on the network. The terminals help connect easily as well, with most giving a beep tone and sliding scale power bar to find the satellite and get a strong signal. Then usually with the touch of one button, the terminal auto-negotiates with the satellite and connects. The average pointing time for a BGAN unit is 2 minutes, under a minute with an experienced user and a good signal. BGAN is being used in the world today for disaster response, telemedicine, business continuity, military use, and recreational use.
If your job takes you away from the office - even off the beaten track - BGAN can help you stay as productive as if you were back at base. Choose from a range of devices, for personal use or to network a team.
Please contact the Sales team at Lily Systems - 01858 450440, info@lily-systems.co.ukfor more information.