Chapter 1: Introduction
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Overview of the BGAN system
A complete BGAN system may include the EXPLORER 527 with antenna and connected
peripherals, the BGAN satellite, and the Satellite Access Station (SAS). The satellites are the
connection between your EXPLORER 527 and the SAS, which is the gateway to the worldwide
networks (Internet, telephone network, cellular network, etc.).
Satellite
IP Router
PC
Satellite Access Station
(SAS)
Switch
Voice and ISDN
Standard phone
Circuit Switched Network
Packet Switched Network
Fax machine
EXPLORER
527
TT-3053A antenna
Laptop
