Differences Between Inet And Inet-Ii Models; Ge Mds P21 Protected Network (Redundant) Configuration - GE MDS iNET 900 Reference Manual

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Table 1-1. Transceiver Models and Data Interface Services
Model
3
Access Point
Remote...
NOTES
1. Provides access to the embedded Management System on all units.
2. Can be upgraded to Dual Gateway with an Authorization Key.
3. Can be configured as an Access Point or Dual Gateway through the
embedded Management System.

1.2.2 Differences Between iNET and iNET-II Models

The iNET and iNET-II Transceivers, while similar in many respects, do
have some important differences. The main differences are summarized
in Table 1-2:
Table 1-2. Transceiver Differences (iNET vs. iNET-II)
Characteristic
Data Rate
FCC Certification
Type
Encryption
Channel size
Channel operation
Firmware
NOTE: The MDS iNET and MDS iNET-II transceivers are not
over-the-air compatible.
1.2.3 MDS P21 Protected Network (Redundant)
Configuration
For mission-critical applications, GE MDS also offers the Protected
Network Station. This radio incorporates two iNET Series transceivers,
two power supplies, and a switchover logic board that automatically
selects between Transceiver A and Transceiver B as the active radio.
Figure 1-2 shows a view of the protected chassis. For system-level
information on this product, see publication 05-4161A01.
iNET Series Reference Manual
Type 1
LAN
N/A Yes
Ethernet Yes
2
Bridge
Serial No
2
Gateway
Yes
3
Dual Gateway
iNET
256/512 kbps
FHSS
RC4-128
316.5 kHz
Zones
Specific for iNET
1 COM2
COM1
Yes Yes
No No
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
iNET-II
512 kbps/1 Mbps
DTS
AES-128
600 kHz
Channels
Specific for iNET-II
05-2806A01, Rev. J