Introduction to the Raven XE
Figure 1-5: IPSec Architecture
GRE
GRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation) tunnel is used to carry non‐IP packets through an IP Network. Non ‐IP packets, that are send over the GRE tunnel, need to be first encapsulated. Hence, ALEOS is used to configure and encapsulate non‐IP packets and transmit over IP through the GRE tunnel.
Applications
Events Reporting
Events Reporting is Sierra Wireless AirLink’s modem’s new software feature provided via ACEmanager, that allows the users to generate reports from the events that take place. Event Reporting Protocol is an intuitive embedded protocol, which automatically formats the messages based on an event trigger. The messages generated are then reported to the remote server.
Software
The Raven XE modem comes with the following software:
•ACEview, the software for the Raven XE which allows you to monitor your connections.
•The driver that forms the interface between the Raven XE and your Windows operating system when using USB virtual Ethernet or USB virtual serial.
•The firmware that is stored in non‐volatile memory and includes ACEmanager.
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