Specifications

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2 System Components
The system consists of an application optimized version of Dataprobe’s iBoot-G2 Network Enabled
Power Switch. The iBoot is designed for automatic and user control of A/C power via network
protocols (Web, Telnet, ICMP etc.). It is designed for worldwide power mains 100 – 240 VAC 50/60
Hz.
The standard iBoot-G2 has been optimized for BGAN terminal verification. These modifications
allow a minimum of data traffic to be used for link verification and allow scheduling of verification
tests to a wider range of time parameters. These changes are designed to minimize the data costs
of link verification while still providing timely reboot for restoral when required.
3 Key Features
3.1 Link Verification and Restoral
The iBoot uses ICMP ‘ping’ tests for link verification. Two IP addresses can be tested, each with its
own parameters as to frequency of tests. Typically one IP address would be across the satellite
link and another to the local terminal. Ping testing is the ideal way to provide link verification for
satellite systems, as it only requires 74 bytes in each direction.
Ping parameters set both the frequency of the pings from 1 second to 999 hours and the number of
tests to perform during each cycle. Any one valid response verifies the link availability to minimize
data traffic on good links.
Should the local or remote link be determined unavailable, the iBoot will power cycle the terminal,
wait for a user selectable time then re-test the system to insure rest oral.
3.2 Local Terminal Verification and Restoral
The second Ping test can be pointed to the local terminal for service availability. The frequency of
this test can be much higher, as there are no data charges associated with this connection.