Chapter 1: Satellite Modem Overview; Figure 1: Hn9200 Satellite Modem - Hughes HN9200 Installation Manual

Chapter
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Satellite modem overview
Topics:
Scope of this installation guide
Satellite modem specifications
The HN9200 satellite modem connects to a satellite network to provide Internet
or intranet service or both to a host—typically a computer—or to multiple hosts
on a wired (Ethernet) or wireless LAN. The modem has an Ethernet port so it
can be connected to a computer or LAN.
The HN9200 can be used in either a Ka-band or Ku-band bent-pipe satellite
network. This installation guide includes instructions for both Ka-band and
Ku-band installations.

Figure 1: HN9200 satellite modem

Terminology
In this installation guide:
• Satellite modem and modem both refer to the HN9200 satellite modem.
• Installer Support refers to organizations that provide assistance to
professional installers of Hughes satellite equipment. If you do not know
who provides your support, contact your program manager.
• Acronyms are identified in
HN9200 Satellite Modem Installation Guide
Acronyms used in this guide
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