XGate Overview: Easy-to-Use, Fast and Reliable

Easy-to-Use

• XGate automatically sets up your computer to work with your satellite phone. You will be up and running in minutes.
• Works with Windows, Linux and Mac OS.
• Certified for Iridium, Iridium OpenPort, Globalstar, Inmarsat BGAN & Fleet Broadband, Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro data service, or any TCP/IP service.
• Works with any email program, via web mail, or with the included Mozilla Thunderbird or iScribe email clients.
• SmartRestart™ If your satellite signal drops, XGate automatically restarts where it left off, saving time and frustration.
• Satellite SMS notification of new emails via Iridium or Globalstar.
• Works as a full email server for installations with local area networks.

Fast

• Designed specifically for satellite email. Only XGate eliminates the back and forth of Email protocols before using precious airtime.
• Send/Receive email simultaneously saving time and money.
• SmartFilter™ Server-side filtering keeps huge files out of the inbox, safely saved on a server for future access.
• BigMail™ Client-side filtering lets users preview headers and download just what is needed, saving the rest for later.

Reliable & Secure

• Virus Scanning and Spam Filtering keeps a clean inbox.
• Full DES/PGP Encryption for optimum security.

 

For more technical information on XGate, visit: XGate - How It Works

 

XGate Premium Services

Xweb

Xweb lets you surf the web over satellite connections. Loads pages up to 10 times faster while zapping pop-ups and compressing pictures and text on the fly. For more information, visit: Xweb

File Transfer

This add-on feature to XGate allows the automatic transfer of files to/from the local computer via email. Used by many fleets for transferring fuel reports, etc. anything that must be sent regularly to the home office or elsewhere.

SailBlogs

Share the adventure live. One button updates your blog with text and pictures. SailBlogs shares posts with friends and family right from the boat deck, campsite or jobsite. For more information, visit: SailBlogs

Crew Accounts

Crew Accounts lets the administrator create, modify and delete temporary email addresses right on site; easily providing customized and controlled email accounts for temporary crew members or passengers. For more information; visit: Crew Accounts

eMail Forwarding

XGate will fetch and forward email from multiple addresses so you can access your email accounts with the same speed and efficiency as XGate. For more information, visit: eMail Forwarding

Vessel Tracking

Automatically report and update location. No additional hardware needs to be purchased or integrated when there is already GPS connected to your computer. XGate is the reliable way to post locations whether for business or pleasure. For more information, visit: Vessel Tracking

File Transfer

XGate File Transfer handling provides automatic inventory control, regular reporting, and logging of data. Once set up, XGate will take local information from a computer and send it as an email attachment automatically.

 

Who Uses XGate Satellite Email?

XGate is perfect for anyone who uses a satellite phone. It works on any system, and lets you get more done in less time, all while saving airtime costs. Whether staying in touch outside of cellular coverage areas, or accessing email for business continuity after a hurricane, earthquake or other natural disaster, XGate has thousands of satisfied users in the following applications:

Recreational Maritime

• Sailing, Blue-water Cruising, Salt-water fishing, Powerboating, Live aboard, Offshore racing, Coastal cruising and Regattas.

  

Commercial Maritime

• Commercial Fishing, Maritime Transport, Crew Morale Email, Workboat Email, Cruise Ship Internet Cafe, Cruise Ship Internet Access, Ship to Shore Communications, Maritime IT Services, Offshore Oil Rigs, Oil Tankers.

  

Government, Business Continuity and First Responders

• Department of Interior, Police and First Responders, Hospitals, Ambulance Groups, Insurance Adjsuters, Senior Executives.

   

Natural Resources

• Forestry, Logging, Oil & Gas Exploration, Mining, Hunting Lodges, Fishing Lodges, Outfitters, Hiking and Camping, Remote Cabins.