2: Introduction
Comprehensive troubleshooting tools
Web-Based Configuration and Troubleshooting
Built upon popular Internet-based standards, the EDS enables users to configure, manage, and troubleshoot efficiently through a simplified browser-based interface that can be accessed anytime from anywhere. All configuration and troubleshooting options are launched from a well-organized, multi-page interface. Users can access all functionality via a Web browser, allowing them flexibility and remote access. As a result, users can enjoy the twin advantages of decreased downtime (based on the troubleshooting tools) and the ability to implement configuration changes easily (based on the configuration tools).
In addition, users can load their own Web pages onto the EDS to facilitate monitoring and control of their own serial devices that are attached to the EDS.
Command-Line Interface (CLI)
Making the edge-to-enterprise vision a reality, the EDS with the Evolution OS™ uses industry-standard tools for configuration, communication, and control. For example, the Evolution OS™ uses a Cisco®-like command line interface (CLI) whose syntax is very similar to that used by data center equipment such as routers and hubs.
SNMP Management
The EDS supports full SNMP management, making it ideal for applications where device management and monitoring are critical. These features allow networks with SNMP capabilities to correctly diagnose and monitor EDS device servers.
XML-Based Architecture and Device Control
XML is a fundamental building block for the future growth of M2M networks. The EDS supports XML-based configuration setup records that makes device configuration transparent to users and administrators. The XML is easily editable with a standard text or XML editor.
Really Simple Syndication (RSS)
The EDS supports Really Simple Syndication (RSS), a rapidly emerging technology for streaming and managing on-line content. RSS feeds all the configuration changes that occur on the device. The feed is then read (polled) by an RSS aggregator. More powerful than simple email alerts, RSS uses XML as an underlying Web page transport and adds intelligence to the networked device while not taxing already overloaded email systems.
Enterprise-Grade Security
Without the need to disable any features or functionality, the Evolution OS™ provides the EDS the highest level of security possible. This ‘data center grade’ protection ensures that each device on the M2M network carries the same level of security as traditional IT networking equipment in the corporate data center.
With built-in SSH and SSL, secure communications can be established between the EDS serial ports and the remote end device or application. By protecting the privacy of serial data being transmitted across public networks, users can maintain their existing
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