The MDS entraNET™ is an ultra long range, industrial, wireless IP/Ethernet solution, with a high level of cyber-security. It allows the connection of Ethernet and/or serial devices to an IP network. This includes mission-critical, revenue-generating remote devices monitoring and controlling fixed assets such as oil and gas wells, compressor stations, pipelines, fluid storage tanks and utility meters. The entraNET has also been optimized for mobility allowing it to be used in vehicles when applications require mobile network access.
Ø Exceptional range of distances up to 30 miles in 900 MHz band and 15 miles in 2.4 GHz band
ØCombine IP/Ethernet and transparent serial communication on the same network
ØOperate multiple users, multiple applications and multiple protocols on the same network simultaneously
ØSleep and shutdown modes reduce power load for solar and battery powered applications
Industrially Hardened
Ø Operation between –40°C to 70°C
ØCSA Class 1 Division 2 Groups A,B,C,D approved – ANSI/UL equivalent
ØDie-cast aluminum housing
Application Flexibility
Ø Robust long range communication for coverage up to 30 miles
ØLow power modes reduce collateral costs for solar panel and battery equipment
ØIP/Ethernet and serial interfaces allow migration of serial devices to IP networks
ØFast – Up to 106 Kbps data rate over the air
ØRecognizes DNP3 addressing allowing serial and Ethernet devices to communicate in peer-to-peer mode
ØGlobal unlicensed operation in 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz and 2.4 GHz-ETSI
Reliable & Scalable
Ø Designed and built for low failure rates and reduced maintenance costs
Ø Protected access point option enhances network availability with redundant radios in a warm-standby configuration
Secure
Ø RC4 Encryption with dynamic key rotation
ØApproved access point and remote lists
ØPassword protected access and lockdown
ØCompatible with off-the-shelf SNMP network management systems