User guide

Introduction to the AirLink GX400
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1: Introduction to the AirLink GX400
• ACEware™
• Connecting to
Verizon
• EV-DO
• Connection
Methods
• Networking
• Applications
• Software
• Documentation
The AirLink GX400 is a compact, intelligent, and fully-featured mobile
communications platform with multiple peripheral connections including serial,
Ethernet, and USB. Expanded I/O functionality in the power connector includes
one digital I/O and one low power timer enable input allowing remote
instrumentation possibilities.
Its high-precision GPS receiver, coupled with the rich embedded intelligence
provided by ALEOS™ technology, make AirLink GX400 the perfect choice for a
broad set of applications requiring superior remote management capabilities.
Figure 1-1: AirLink GX400
ALEOS, the embedded core technology of the Sierra Wireless AirLink product,
simplifies installation, operation and maintenance of any deployment, and
provides an always-on, always-aware intelligent connection for mission-critical
applications. ALEOS enables:
• Persistent Network Connectivity
• Over-The-Air (OTA) Upgrades
• Wireless Optimized TCP/IP
• Real-Time Notification
• Real-Time GPS Reporting
• GPS Store and Forward
• Packet Level Diagnostics
• Device Management & Control
• Protocol Spoofing