Sierra Wireless 20080605 manual Introduction to the Raven XE, Aleos

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1: Introduction to the Raven XE

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ALEOS™

ACEware™

Connecting to your cellular provider

Communication

Connection methods

Networking

Applications

Software

Documentation

The Raven XE is an intelligent wireless gateway, powered by ALEOS™, and optimal for providing primary or backup network connectivity for any high‐reliability/ high‐availability applications.

The Raven XE is the perfect solution for any device with an Ethernet connection that requires pervasive connectivity including PCs, routers, network equipment and POS/ATMs as well as commercial automation equipment.

Powered by ALEOS™, Raven XE modems are designed to maintain a reliable, consistent network connection. Class I Divison 2 certified as nonincendive equipment, the Raven Series is ideally suited for use in hazardous environments.

Key applications include utilities, manufacturing, automation, oil and gas, ethernet‐based SCADA, telemetry, Homeland Security and asset monitoring.

Figure 1-1: Sierra Wireless AirLink Raven XE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents User Guide Contents Contents Important Notice Safety and Hazards Limitation Liability Patents Copyright Trademarks Revision History Contact InformationAleos Introduction to the Raven XEACEware AleosMonitor and Control Simplified DeploymentModem Doctor Connecting to your cellular providerSteps of a connection Dynamic vs. Static IP Addresses Connection methods CommunicationVirtual serial port NetworkingIPSec Software ApplicationsEvents Reporting Tools and Reference Documents DocumentationSpecifications Host Interfaces DimensionsLED Indicators Standards/ApprovalsPower Reset Button Power Connector not to scale Power ConnectorCellular Account Required Installing the SIMActivating Raven XE on your Cellular provider Before you startRemove the SIM from the card Opening the CaseTools Required Insert the SIM Finishing the SIM installationConfiguring the APN Dust, etc Hardware Installation of the RavenDigital 1/0 Port Connecting to PowerEthernet Connecting to a Computer or other DeviceUSB Indicator LightsLight Patterns Rssi LED Ranges RSSI/Signal LED Ranges of Rssi dBm StatusOptional Mounting Bracket MountingMounting bracket installation Hardware Installation of the Raven XE Rev 1.0 Oct.09 Choose a name and icon for your connection Connecting the Raven XEUsing a Terminal Application with AT Commands ACEmanagerConnect To Connect ToConnected Type AT and press Enter. You should get a reply of OK or AT Command