Upgrading a Machine-to-Machine (M2M) remote connectivity solution to cope with the high data rates being sent.
The old solution used GPRS/EDGE technology to connect remote sites. Despite having the ability to handle good data rates, this solution did not suit the application and created a need to be upgraded.
The new installed system should:
• Support 3G or higher
• Ensure data security in addition to reliability
• Provide network redundancy
• 4 ports built in switch
After a number of site visits, Xceltra provided a M2M remote connectivity solution to be installed for SEC. This solution was a 3G gateway + a M2M Gateway. This solution was picked as:
• Offer network redundancy with the possibility to use dual SIM card
• Support for HSPA+ in 3G network
• Mobile operator independent static IP addressing with M2M Gateway
• Secure communication with VPN and firewall
• Support for several encryption protocols for secure communication
• Flexibility through supporting Ethernet in addition to serial ports
• Reliable operation in harsh environments thanks to an operating temperature ranging from –25 to +70 °C