Alpha Technologies AlphaNet DSM Series DOCSIS - Manual (Page 8)

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1.0 Introduction
The AlphaNet DSM Series Embedded DOCSIS Transponder (XP-DSM) allows monitoring of Alpha
XM2 and GMX power supplies through existing cable network infrastructure. Advanced networking
services provide quick reporting and access to critical powering information.
The XP-DSM utilizes Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and standard Management
Information Bases (MIBs) to provide network status monitoring and diagnostics. A Web interface
enables authorized personnel direct access to advanced diagnostics using a common Web browser.
No custom software is required.
Primary Features:
• 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiating standard interface
• Supports SNMPv1, v2c
• Extensive power supply diagnostic MIBs
• Embedded Web server for direct diagnostics
• Directly monitors up to two 36V or 48V battery strings
• Environmentally hardened DOCSIS cable modem and transponder
• Supports both Single IP and Dual IP applications
• Single XP-DSM supports communications and system control for up to three XM2 power supplies
and an AlphaGen™ backup generator system
• Automatic firmware upgrades
• Configuration cloning
• Local port provides technician access to extensive power supply diagnostics
Fig. 1-1, AlphaNet XP-DSM
Cable Modem
Transponder