Comtech EF Data CDM-570A - Manual (Page 100)

CDM-570A/570AL Satellite Modem with Optional Packet Processor MN-CDM570A
FAST Activation Procedure Revision 2
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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:
FAST:Cnfg View (HW0.XXX)
MainBoard S/N: 123456789
b) Write down the Serial Number: ______________________________________
The MainBoard S/N (Serial Number) is a unique identifier for the FAST
upgrade process and is different from the Chassis Serial Number.
2. View the currently installed FAST features:
a) From the front panel main menu (shown in Step 1A), use the ◄ ► arrow keys to select
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:
View Options: 06 (▲ ▼)
TPC 0.95 Card Present Y
Any option labeled “ N ” may be purchased as a FAST upgrade.
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.