CDM-570A/570AL Satellite Modem with Optional Packet Processor
FAST Activation Procedure
5.2
FAST Activation Procedure
5.2.1 FAST Activation via the Modem Front Panel
See Chapter 6. FRONT PANEL OPERATION for complete information about using this
interface.
Do these steps:
1. Before you contact Comtech EF Data Product Support to order FAST feature upgrades, you
must retrieve the modem's motherboard serial number:
a) From the front panel main menu, SELECT: FAST, and then press ENTER.
The modem's 9-digit "Baseboard S/N" is displayed on the bottom line, to the left, as
shown in this example:
b) Write down the Serial Number: ______________________________________
2. View the currently installed FAST features:
a) From the front panel main menu (shown in Step 1A), use the
View, and then press ENTER.
b) Use the ▲▼arrow keys to scroll through the list of available FAST options. Options are
identified as 'Y' (Installed) or 'N' (not installed) as shown in the following example:
Any option labeled "
3. Contact Comtech EF Data Product Support to order features:
a) Provide the unit Serial Number to the Product Support representative.
b) Identify and purchase the desired FAST option(s).
c) Obtain the invoice, the register-specific 20-digit FAST Access Code(s), and the FAST
option activation instructions.
FAST:Cnfg View (HW0.XXX)
MainBoard S/N: 123456789
The MainBoard S/N (Serial Number) is a unique identifier for the FAST
upgrade process and is different from the Chassis Serial Number.
View Options: 06
TPC 0.95 Card Present
N
" may be purchased as a FAST upgrade.
(▲ ▼)
Y
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