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FlexNet SmartPoint Radio Overview A-7
SmartPoint Module for the Elster A3 Meter ECMTM40000
A.4.3 RNI Data Security
The meter data stream is terminated at the RNI, where it is received via a secure, encrypted tunnel
from the TGB. The actual meter readings are decrypted at this point using the WEP keys, and inserted
into the utility customer-controlled meter-read database.
A.4.4 Separation of Customer Data
Another unique feature of the FlexNet system is the separation of customer data from network
telemetry. This separation, which occurs at the RNI, ensures that customer data is directed to the utility
database, and network telemetry and housekeeping data is directed to the network operations
database. Personal customer data, such as names and street addresses, are never mixed into the
network operations database, ensuring that utilities control the access to information that can
personally identify customers.