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Rainbow Electronics DS1957 User Manual

Ds1957 cryptographic java-powered ibutton, Security features, General features

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SECURITY FEATURES

Single-chip, physically secure coprocessor
for non-secure host

Arithmetic accelerator executes 1024-bit
public key cryptography in less than
1 second

Unresettable True Time Clock self-imposes
expiration dates and date/time stamping

Durable stainless steel case clearly shows
visual evidence of physical tampering

134 kbytes NV SRAM zeroes itself in
response to tampering or cooling below
-50°C

64 kbytes of ROM stores unalterable
validated firmware as Software ICs

Unique, factory-lasered 64-bit registration
number (8-bit family code + 48-bit serial
number + 8-bit CRC tester) assures absolute
traceability because no two parts are alike

Multi-drop controller supports multiple
iButtons on the same signal line for n-factor
security

Signal path to the chip is limited to the lid of
the iButton to enhance security

Communication protocol includes 16-bit
CRCs to insure error free packet transfers to
the buffer memory even with intermittent
connection

The iButton can be accessed while affixed to
a wearable accessory to lower the chance of
being lost or stolen

Only an authorized service provider can
install a transaction file which programs the
iButton for a specific application

The transaction file contains scripts that call
on tested pre-fabricated cryptographic
functions

Each file can be locked after installation so
that additional transaction files for new
services may be installed without
interference

GENERAL FEATURES

Overdrive mode boosts communication
speed from 16.3 kbits to 142 kbits per second

Operating temperature range from -20°C to
+70°C

Over 5 years of data retention

Timing accuracy better than ± 4
minutes/month at 25°C

Button shape is insensitive to angular
orientation and self-aligning with the Dot
receptor

The iButton is easily affixed with self-stick
adhesive backing, latched by its flange, or
locked with a ring pressed onto its rim

Mechanical specification and 1-Wire

®

communication follow the iButton Book Of
Standards

SUPPORT

Script tool kit speeds the development of
applications such as micro cash meters or
stored value purses

Adapters for LPT port (parallel), COM Port
(serial), ETHERNET (10-base-T), or USB
connectivity

F5 MICROCAN

All dimensions are shown in millimeters.

6.25

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16.25

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DS1957

Cryptographic Java-Powered iButton

TM

www.iButton.com