Complete System Includes: Hughes 9211 BGAN terminal, rechargeable Li-Ion battery, AC/DC charger with international power adapters (UK, EU, and US), 6' of Ethernet cable, user manuals on a USB flash drive. A powerful global WiFi hotspot - Contents picture
We ship everywhere worldwide!
Special Pricing
Price $4,198 USD
With BGAN Service Plan
(Normally $4,696 USD)
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External Antenna for Hughes 9211
In-motion Antenna - Attach an in-motion Antenna to the 9211 external antenna port for Internet and phone while driving any vehicle. Includes Mag-Mount kit and antenna cable - more
The Most Portable Class 1 HDR Capable Wi-Fi BGAN Terminal
The Hughes 9211 is a High-Performance BGAN terminal that matches the capabilities of the fastest BGAN terminals on the market today. The 9211 not only provides fast Internet speeds with standard BGAN service, but is used by live streaming professionals for a steady 650 Kbps upload data connection for crisp clean feeds. The 9211 is an outstanding mobile office that can be used by anyone anywhere in the world.
► Very compact 9" x 11.5" with 802.11 Wi-Fi for any in-range device
► Fastest standard Internet speeds of any BGAN... 492 Kbps
► HDR Capable - Speeds of 650 x 64 Kbps.. For live video streaming
► Easy to point, no laptop required. Can be operated by anyone
► One-Button Internet connection. Be online in a few seconds
► Works with any standard phone. SMS texting, iPhone friendly
► Rugged construction, all weather, & sleek appearance
► Link to BGAN Service Plans ► Rent a Hughes 9211 here
The Most Powerful & Compact BGAN for a Mobile Office
The engineers at Hughes have done it again! The Hughes 9211 integrates the amazing features and sleek looks we love with the Hughes 9202, and supercharges it for class 1 performance, tying it with the fastest BGAN terminal on the market with standard BGAN Internet service of up to 492 Kbps! And for live video broadcasters, the 9211 supports BGAN HDR streaming speeds of 650 Kbps. Add an optional in-motion antenna and keep turn the 9211 into a moving hotspot on a vehicle, truck or boat.
The Hughes 9211 Easy-Use Display The display and controls on top of the Hughes 9211 make pointing this BGAN terminal easy:
1. Turn power on by pressing the red power button.
2. Press the signal tone button (far right) to get an audible beeping of signal strength.
3. Aim the terminal face toward the sky (beeping sound will increase in speed when a signal is found).
4. Get the highest signal strength reading possible, and then press the "X" register button.
5. If the system is to be used as a wireless access point, press the Wi-Fi enable button.
That is it! Nothing else is required for operation. Any in-range device such as tables, smartphones, and laptops may
connect via Wi-Fi, or with an Ethernet cable.
No software is is
required to establish a full use standard Internet connection. Also, any standard analog phone may connect
to the RJ-11 port on the side to make or receive calls from anyone in the world.
Comparably Compact
Below is a side-by-side comparison of the 9211 (9.1"H x 11.5"W x 2"D) with the 9202 (8.5" x 8.5" x 1.8"). It's slightly taller, and about 3.5" inches wider, and weighs 4.2 lbs. The older Hughes 9201 (not shown) is 13.6" x 10.8" x 2.0" in size and weight 6.2 lbs. The Explorer 710's dimensions are 11"H x 13"W x 2.13"D and it weight 7 lbs.
Built For Extreme Environments The Hughes 9211 has been ruggedized to operate in frozen, or blazing hot of environments. It has an
environmental Ingress rating of IP 55, which means it is dust protected as well as staying operational
with water jets spraying on it from any direction.
Mobile In-Motion Antenna Option The Hughes 9211 has an external antenna port that will allow it to connect to a mobile in-motion satellite antenna. This add-on option allows the 9211 users to be online with phone and Internet while traveling in a vehicle, anywhere on the globe - more
Hughes 9211 HDR BGAN Features One-Button Auto-Connect to the Internet (after pointing). Easy to use by anyone. Operates with all BGAN Internet Service Plans, Monthly, Prepaid, or Streaming. Delivers high-speed Internet of 492 Kbps. A Class 1 BGAN Terminal BGAN HDR Streaming - Capable of streaming at 650 Kbps x 64 Kbps, excellent for live video broadcasters. Lightweight - the 9211 weighs just 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg). Portable size - the 9211 dimensions are 9.1"H x 11.5"W x 2" inches (232 mm x 292 mm x 51 mm). Outdoor Use - Superior Ingress rating of IP55 - Built for extreme weather. Operates in +23° F to +131° F degrees (-5° to +55° C), or -25° to +55° C with external power source. Wireless Hotspot allows any wireless device to connect up to 100' away. Stay warm indoors. Optional In-Motion antenna. Let the 9211 also connection while traveling in a vehicle/truck - more Directly connect any standard corded or cordless phone into the RJ-11 phone jack. Calls are $0.99 cents per minute to any standard phone worldwide. Free incoming calls. SMS messages are $0.50 cents w/free incoming messages (iPhone texts are not charged). Supports approved Group 3 fax machines. Night friendly LCD backlit display with 4 button controls. Intuitive browser interface screens for advanced controls. Remote Terminal Manager Capable - Control 9211 from any location - More Li-Ion battery will last 36 hours in idle mode.
BGAN Service Area
The Inmarsat Constellation of Geostationary Satellites - More info on the BGAN coverage map
If you are within the colored regions, you have coverage with the Ground Control BGAN network
Any of our BGAN service plans will work globally without any configuration changes
Ground Control ships the Hughes 9211 terminal with service to any country
Hughes 9211 Complete Package Contents ► Hughes 9211 BGAN Terminal
► Rechargeable Li-Ion battery (not shown)
► AC/DC Power Supply (120-240 VAC)
► International Power Plugs (UK, EU, and US)
► 6' of Ethernet cable ► User manuals on a USB flash drive
or online here.
The Hughes 9211 is the newest BGAN terminal from Hughes that uses both the Standard BGAN Service (charged by the Megabyte) and the new BGAN HDR Streaming Service for live video broadcasters. This terminal replaces the very popular Hughes 9201 which has been a popular workhorse for many industry for over a decade.
The Hughes 9211, like any Hughes BGAN terminal, is designed to be outside in rain, snow, sand, or most other extreme environments.
The digital display on the Hughes 9211 makes pointing a breeze. Simply press the "X" register button after pointing for full connectivity. The whole pointing process takes just a few seconds.
The 9211 WiFi capable is a self-contained terminal and no cables are need excepted to recharge the system. International plug types include US, EU and UK. A 6 meter Ethernet cable is provided for those that do not wish to use the wireless connection. Please click for larger image.
The rear view of the Hughes 9211 BGAN terminal. Note that there is a compass to help in pointing the terminal. These terminals point at stationary satellites, and once the compass heading is known, pointing a terminal is a no-guess event.
Under the Hughes 9211 battery is the BGAN SIM card slot. BGAN terminals are "dumb" in that any BGAN SIM card may be used to provide service to that BGAN terminal. It is the SIM card that hold account information and not the BGAN terminal itself.
Here are the 4 ports on the Hughes 9211. They are (from top left to bottom right), External Antenna Port, RJ11 Phone Port (for any standard corded or cordless phone), RJ45 Ethernet Port, and a power port.
Since the 9211 is Wi-Fi Capable, there is no cables required to the laptop, tablet, or smartphone after connecting to the satellite.
The portability of the Hughes 9211 gives live video broadcasters the ability to transmit from any location. The BGAN HDR streaming service allows for speeds of 650 Kbps upload (and 64Kbps download).
Many broadcasters can also upload images and stories at a later time (store and forward) using the standard BGAN Internet service provided by Ground Control.
Ground Control offers the Hughes 9211 in a hardened "Ready Case". These cases are excellent for taking terminals into harsh environments, or just for long term storage. Shown above is the medium sized case with analogue phone and cabling. more
The Hughes 9211 can also be configured to fit inside of our "Large Ready Case". This case is good for adding additional accessories, such as computers, foldable solar panels, Vehicle DC adapters, and other equipment. We customized each to any requirement. more
The Hughes 9211 has an easy-access external antenna port that can connect to an optional fixed external antenna or an in-motion vehicle top antenna. more
The 9211 In-Motion antenna is auto-acquire and does not need to be manually pointed.. and can work while the vehicle is in motion.
BGAN Service - SIM Cards - Global Use - All Terminals Global Use - No Restrictions - All SIM Cards are Reloadable / Renewable - Free Shipping Worldwide
Pricing in U.S. Dollars
BGAN Standard+ Monthly Plan- 12 month minimum term Our most popular BGAN plan that reduces the cost per Megabyte down to under $0.10 cents if transferring Gigabytes of data in a month. This is the plan to get if you may need to transfer a lot of data some months, and not so much data (or nothing) in other months. Includes 20 Megabytes each month at no additional cost - Click for details
Standard+
$63 a month Includes 20MB monthly
12 month minimum term Details of Standard+
BGAN Streaming Plans- For Live Video Broadcasting The Hughes 9211 can stream a live video signal with a speed of 650 Kilobit per second using the BGAN HDR streaming service. These streaming plans are used by news organizations worldwide for a crisp video image. Note that BGAN Streaming plans are charged by the minute of use and not per Megabyte transferred - Click for details
Low-Cost High-Usage BGAN Plans - Standard+ These BGAN Internet plans have the same priority level as the popular IsatHub service.
Where High-Priority plans below cost about $5.00 USD per Megabyte, Standard+ plan can offer a per Megabyte cost of below $0.15 cents.
Service is for all BGAN terminals world wide. Available now! Click for details
100 Megabytes Prepaid SIM Plan - High Priority Routing - Valid 90 days 100 Megabytes at $525 = $5.25 per Megabyte - TopUp Megabytes Anytime.
SIM card includes 100 Megabytes that may be used at any time during a 90 day period.
Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls. SMS texting billed $0.50 per outgoing text, free incoming texts.
SIM can be renewed with any plan at any time. SKU: BGANBW100QRT Mouse Over For Card Cost Details
$525 USD Prepaid 100 MBs valid for 90 days
High Priority Routing
200 Megabytes Prepaid SIM Plan - High Priority Routing - Valid 90 days 200 Megabytes at $995 = $4.97 per Megabyte - TopUp Megabytes Anytime.
SIM card includes 200 Megabytes that may be used at any time during a 90 day period.
Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls.
SMS texting billed $0.50 per outgoing text, free incoming texts.
SIM can be renewed with any plan at any time. SKU: BGANBW200QRT Mouse Over For Card Cost Details
$995 USD 200 MBs valid for 90 days High Priority Routing
300 Megabytes Prepaid - High Priority Routing - Valid 1 year from activation 300 Megabytes at $1,467 = $4.89 per Megabyte - TopUp Megabytes Anytime.
SIM card includes 300 Megabytes that may be used at any time during a 1 year period.
Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls. SMS texting billed $0.50 per outgoing text, free incoming texts.
SIM can be renewed with any plan at any time. SKU: BGANBW300ANN Mouse Over For Card Cost Details
$1,467 USD 300 MBs valid for 365 days High Priority Routing
600 Megabytes Prepaid - High Priority Routing - Valid 1 year from activation 600 Megabytes at $2,820 = $4.70 per Megabyte - TopUp Megabytes Anytime.
SIM card includes 600 Megabytes that may be used at any time during a 1 year period. Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls. SMS texting billed $0.50 per outgoing text, free incoming texts.
SIM can be renewed with any plan at any time. SKU: BGANBW600ANN Mouse Over For Card Cost Details
$2,820 USD 600 MBs valid for 365 days High Priority Routing
1,200 Megabytes Prepaid - High Priority Routing - - Valid 1 year from activation 1,200 Megabytes at $5,639 = $4.70 per Megabyte - TopUp Megabytes Anytime.
SIM card includes 1,200 Megabytes that may be used at any time during a 1 year period.
Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls.
SMS texting billed $0.50 per outing text, free incoming texts.
SIM can be renewed with any plan at any time. SKU: BGANBW1200ANN Mouse Over For Card Cost Details
$5,639 USD 1,200 MBs valid for 365 days High Priority Routing
High Priority Routing
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Unlimited Internet Use Standard+ These Standard+ plans provide Unlimited Internet over any BGAN terminal globally for monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual calendar months (A calendar month is Jan, Feb, March) Plans end on the last day of valid period calendar month. Please note that Inmarsat does reserve the right to slow speeds up to 128 Kbps if over 30,000 Megabytes are used in a month.
Phone calls are post use billed at $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls.
SMS texting billed $0.50 per outing text, free incoming texts. SKU: BGANBWLP30K, BGANBWLP3MO, BGANBWLP6MO, BGANBWLPMAX Mouse Over or Click For Card Cost Details
1 Gigabyte Standard+ Consumer Grade - 1 Month 1,000 Megabytes at $1,660 = $1.66 per Megabyte
This plan provides 1,000 Megabytes of Internet service during the current calendar month (Jan, Feb, Mar, etc...). May purchase additional months for an extended usage period. Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls.
SMS texting billed $0.50 per outing text, free incoming texts. SKU: BGANBWLP1K Mouse Over or Click For Card Cost Details
1,000 MBs Standard+
Current Month
$1,660 USD
Valid from the 1st of any month to the last day of the month.
5 Gigabytes Standard+ Consumer Grade - 1 Month 5,000 Megabytes at $2,652 = $0.53 per Megabyte... A great deal.
This plan provides 5,000 Megabytes of Internet service during the current calendar month (Jan, Feb, Mar, etc...). May purchase additional months for an extended usage period. Phone calls billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls.
SMS texting billed $0.50 per outing text, free incoming texts. SKU: BGANBWLP1K Mouse Over or Click For Card Cost Details
5,000 MBs Standard+
Current Month
$2,652 USD
Valid from the 1st of any month to the last day of the month.
Usage Only BGAN Service - High Priority Routing - 1 year term A usage-only Internet service - Pay for only what you use each month at $6.99 per Megabyte transferred.
Like our other BGAN plans, phone calls are billed $0.99/min to any landline or cellphone worldwide, free incoming calls.
SMS texting billed $0.60 per outgoing text, free incoming texts.
Requires credit card for monthly subscription and usage fees.
SKU: BGANBWUSAGE Mouse Over For Card Cost Details
$74 USD/month
1 Year Term
High Priority Routing
Emergency Responder - Public Safety BGAN Service Unlimited Use Affordable usage-based BGAN service specifically designed for public safety organizations. Internet usage is billed monthly at these rates: $4 per MB for the first 100 MBs transferred. $3 per MB for the next 400 MBs transferred. $2 per MB for the next 500 MBs transferred. $1 per MB for the next 3,000 MBs transferred (3 Gigabytes or GB). $0.10 cents per MB for over 4 Gigabytes for Unlimited Use ($100 per GB) click for details SKU: BGANBWEMER
$60/month + Usage 12 month minimum term
($650 USD if paid annually) Click to Purchase
Covid-19 Special For All Aid and NGO Workers Globally
Unlimited Use Internet For 90 Days For $4,000 USD Ground Control is offering all Aid workers from any location on the globe a special unlimited use BGAN Internet package valid for 90 days for a one time cost of $4,000 USD. Please email us at sales@groundcontrol.com for details on this exceptional offering.
Unlimited Use Internet for 90 days - $4000 USD Please email for details
BGAN Service Plan Details BGAN service can be expensive. These techniques can help reduce data usage over BGAN. We also offer these low-cost plans for high data use. BGAN SIM cards are forever and do not need to be replaced. A deactivated SIM/Plan can be reactivated with any BGAN plan we offer. Unused Megabytes/Gigabytes purchased from any plan above do not rollover if the plan is renewed. Purchase is of BGAN SIM Card that is activated, installed and fully tested with purchased equipment (if equipment is purchased). Consumer grade routing services are for those comfortable with possible network congestion that may impact Internet speeds. BGAN Standard + plans and some other plans may require credit approval, credit card or deposit. *Incoming voice calls are free, however the calling party will be charged at their provider's rates to call to your satellite phone. Voice calls over BGAN service do not use available Megabytes, meaning there is no extra charge other than standard BGAN Calling Rates. All BGAN SIM Cards / Plans may be upgraded, renewed, refilled, reactivated to any plan anytime... Just email us or use this online form. Please request voicemail services be activated. Activation of voicemail is free. BGAN Voicemail Instructions. BGAN Benefits - Free usage reports, daily/weekly/monthly thresholds and free firewall controls. You may purchase just the BGAN SIM Card(s) from Ground Control for ANY existing BGAN terminal(s). We ship SIMs free worldwide. BGAN terminals operate in any country with the 4 Inmarsat satellites without any plan changes. No licence or certification required. There is a one-time activation fee of $40 with most accounts. There is no activation cost for renewing, or upgrading an active BGAN SIM. All annual prepaid BGAN plans may auto-renew each year unless requested otherwise. Excellent for long-term use. BGAN consumer grade Standard + plans are for land based subscribers only. Standard + Plan tiers reset on the last day of the month at 11:59:59 PM GMT time. Usage after that time counts toward a new month. BGAN Prepaid Voucher Service Plans are available from Ground Control. A higher cost per MB service using voucher units. BGAN Firewall - BGAN VPN - Streaming - SMS - FAX - Standard & Non-standard calling.
Hughes
9211 BGAN Terminal Accessories & BGAN Service
All BGAN Terminals require an active account, or "SIM Card" in order to operate. Ground Control offers usage only or Pre-Paid plans with your purchased BGAN equipment.
For those that require Auto-Pointing systems for phone and Internet connectivity while on the road (or parked), the 10" diameter Class 11 in-motion mag-mount antenna can quickly mount to any vehicle and connect to the Hughes 9211 via the external antenna port. Includes 10 meter antenna cable designed for the Hughes 9211. SKU: BGANAHC11KIT
9211 External Antenna Kit
Price$3,445 USD Please Call or Email To Order
Hughes 9211 Class 10 Auto-Acquire Antenna
The larger antenna for the 9202M allows for speeds up to 492 Kbps. This kit includes the larger C10 19.5" inch (495mm) antenna. This kit also includes rubberized mag-mount for any vehicle roof, an RF antenna cable with pigtail connector. SKU: BGANAHC10KIT
9211 External Antenna Kit
Price$6,995 USD Please Call or Email To Order
DC Power Vehicle Adapter for Hughes 9211
Run or recharge the Hughes 9211 from a vehicle power port. Plug-and-play easy. Highly recommended for the C10 or C11 external antenna kits above if powering from a vehicle. SKU-BGANAH010
Charge your Hughes 9211 BGAN terminal with this 80 watt foldable solar panel that provides power in no-power locations. May connect/charge other devices to it as well. Rated at 18 volts. Folds up to a compact 12 x 8.5 x 3.5 inches (5 lbs). A very necessary item if power is not readily available.
SKU: BGANSOLARX1
Protect your 9211 in a waterproof, dustproof, crushproof hardened Pelican case. This medium sized all-weather case includes a no-key combination lock. A complete mobile office package that includes the Hughes 9211, an analog phone, DC vehicle adapter (a $185 value) and all manuals and documentation on a USB flash drive. Great for traveling into extreme environments or long term storage. SKU: BGANT9211CASE
While you may use any standard 2-wire phone with the 9211, this handset phone from Cobham Satcom doesn't require a cradle, and has been designed for use with any BGAN terminal. Brochure MPN-403625B BGANAE004
Hughes 9211 Li-Ion Battery (additional or replacement)
We recommend having a 2nd battery if recharging is not always available. The 9211 battery is rated at 7.5 Volts, 6400 mAh, 48 Wh (watt hours).
MPN:3500800-0007 SKU-BGANAH9211BAT
This cable is useful when your 9211 needs to run longer than battery power can provide. This 30 meter cable simply extends the reach of the included AC/DC charger cable.
MPN-3500411-0002 SKU-BGANAH003
Carry a spare BGAN SIM Card as a backup to your primary account. Card may be be swapped with primary card in any BGAN terminal. Separate accounts, or just have in case you need to recharge your suspended primary account. More on BGAN SIM Cards
Control usage with a high-performance optimized laptop. This Windows 10 machine has been designed from the ground up to limit background data transferring unknown in the background, like Microsoft telemetry and updates. This laptop also has no bloatware and places the owner back in control of what is being transferred over their expensive and limited Internet connection. SKU: LAPTOPGCX Information on the BGAN Optimized Laptop
Long-Range Cordless Phone(s) with Watertight Base Case
These rugged cordless phones stay connected up to 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the BGAN terminal. Simply plug the phone cord from the watertight base-station/case into the BGAN phone jack and turn it on... no other configuration is required. Handsets are perfect for working indoors or anything that requires phone connectivity at distance from the BGAN terminal. SKU: BGANDURAFON
3 year (18 month extension), and 5 year (42 month extension) extended warranties are available for the Hughes 9211 BGAN terminal. SKU: BGANAH9211WAR3
SKU: BGANAH9211WAR5
3 Year $587USD 5 Year $981USD Please Call or Email To Order
The Hughes 9211 BGAN Terminal Specifications
Hughes 9211 Contents
Hughes 9211 BGAN Terminal
Rechargeable Li-Ion battery
AC/DC Recharger with Universal (International) Power Adapters
6' of Ethernet cable
User Manuals, Quickstart Guide, Software on USB USB flash drive
Why Choose Ground Control? While there are other resellers you could choose to purchase your BGAN equipment and service from... with Ground Control, you are working with a BGAN Internet Service Provider. We also provide a no-cost BGAN Firewall option for high-security, and Auto-Registration pre-configuration for one-button activations... and many many other benefits. Please speak with a Ground Control sales representative to help you find the most cost effective satellite communications solution for any situation.
One-Button Auto-Connect to the Internet (after pointing). Easy to use by anyone
BGAN service can be expensive. 
