Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION
CiM-25
IP-Enabled
M&C Interface
1.1INTRODUCTION
The CiM-25 is a low-cost solution for providing an Internet Protocol (IP) Monitor and Control (M&C) interface for existing Comtech EF Data satellite modems, RF frequency converters and solid-state power amplifiers. The CiM-25 provides a custom proxy interface between the IP world and the equipment’s existing serial remote control interface.
The CiM-25 provides powerful equipment management tools via the uses of HTTP protocol, SNMP v2c Protocol, and Telnet Protocol. Wrapped around these industry standard protocols is a system of account access and IP security control features to safeguard equipment from unwanted intrusions. The CiM-25 brings customer support to a new level by providing SMTP Protocol to facilitate automated, direct E-mail to Comtech EF Data’s Customer Support Center.
The CiM-25 is packaged in a very compact 4.3” x 1.7” x 0.8”. The unit can be powered directly by the attached equipment or via an external AC/DC adapter. The CiM-25 requires less than 1 of watt power.
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