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The XGM (XRoads Global Manager) provides a method for monitoring, configuration backup, syslog logging, and global configuration updates for multiple EdgeXOS units. Currently XRoads Networks is updating the XGM system to utilize our new dynamic SNMP engine.

Geographic DNS Failover

Our ActiveDNS technology is built-in to every EdgeXOS appliance and provides dynamic DNS services for inbound server balancing and failover. In some cases, additional DNS services are required to ensure full redundancy between multiple geographically diverse datacenters.

ActiveDNS-Geo Failover - This service provides automated DNS failover between two geographically diverse sites, and does not require the EdgeXOS platform to be deployed.

ActiveDNS-Geo Load Balancing - This service provides DNS server load balancing between two geographically diverse sites, and does not require the EdgeXOS platform to be deployed.

ActiveDNS-Geo Monitoring - This service monitors all active servers configured with the ActiveDNS-Geo service and provides updates to the failover and load balancing modules. This service also does not require the EdgeXOS platform to be deployed.

3G Wireless Add-On Module

What Is It? - XRoads Networks 3G wireless add-on works in conjunction with our Vector Routing technology to link land line and fixed wireless services with new 3G data services. This add-on works with any EdgeXOS platform to provide:

• Provide WAN Link Failover - This is a great backup solution for existing DSL, cable, or T1 connections where 3G service provides a reliable backup connection.
• WAN Balancing - Use 3G to increase overall throughput by combining either multiple 3G data cards or balance with existing Internet connectivity.
• Reduce Cost - In many instances utilizing a 3G data connection is less expensive than other forms of Internet connectivity.
• Temporary Sites - At times connectivity is only needed for short periods, such as special events, conventions, or emergencies. In these cases a 3G data connection (or multiple connections) provide an excellent method for obtaining Internet access.
• Banking Transactions - Many of our customers only need temporary connectivity for handling financial transactions. In these cases a 3G data connection makes sense, it is mobile and inexpensive.

How Does It Work? - With our 3G wireless add-on any EdgeXOS platform can be connected to the cloud from just about anywhere. Service will still need to be obtained from a 3G service provider, along with that service providers PCMCIA (express card) cellular modem. Simply plug the card in to the 3G add-on module, and the module in to the EdgeXOS platform and the Internet link will come up automatically.

The performance of the cellular connection varies based on the provider selected and the service area. Additional options are also available for USB cards. Please contact an XRoads Networks sales representative for more information.