Routing Mode; Figure 3-6 Working Mode Page - Comtech EF Data Vipersat SLM-5650A User Manual

M e n u D e s c r i p t i o n s
The choice that is made here will determine the role that this SLM-5650A will
perform in the network, and what type of commands and functions it will
receive from the VMS. Refer to table 2-1 for a breakdown of network roles and
related functions and features.
Note: If Vipersat Mode does not appear in the menu, the Vipersat FAST Code
NOTE
Selecting the modem to be an Expansion device, either as a Hub (switched) or
as a Remote (mesh), sets the demod of the SLM-5650A to operate in dSCPC
mode, available as a resource for dedicated communications with the other end
of a satellite link.

Routing Mode

The Routing Mode defaults to Router. Another option for Vipersat networks is
the BPM routing (brouter) mode that offers additional flexibility and scalability
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has not yet been installed in this unit. The FAST Code for the Vipersat
option must first be re-entered as described in the next section.
Figure 3-6 Working Mode Page
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