Comtech EF Data CDM-750 - Manual (Page 223)

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Appendix A. FAST OPTIONS
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ACTIVATION PROCEDURE
A.1 FAST System Overview
The CDM‐750 Advanced High‐Speed Trunking Modem incorporates a number of optional
features. In order to permit a lower initial cost, you may purchase the unit enabled with only the
desired features.
If you wish to upgrade the functionality of a unit at a later date, Comtech EF Data provides Fully
Accessible System Topology (FAST), which permits the purchase and installation of options
through special authorization codes. You may purchase these unique Fast Access Codes from
Comtech EF Data during normal business hours, and then load these codes into the unit using
the CDM‐750 Front Panel.
FAST System Theory: FAST facilitates on‐location upgrade of the operating feature set without
removing a unit from the setup. FAST technology allows you to order a unit precisely tailored for
the initial application. When your service requirements change, you can upgrade the topology of
the unit to meet these requirements within minutes. This accelerated upgrade can be
accomplished because of FAST’s extensive use of the programmable logic devices incorporated
into Comtech EF Data products.
FAST Implementation: Comtech EF Data’s FAST system is factory‐implemented in the unit. All
FAST options are available through the basic platform unit at the time of order – FAST allows
immediate activation of available options, after confirmation by Comtech EF Data, through the
Web Server Interface.
FAST Accessible Options: Hardware options can be ordered and installed either at the factory or
in the field. Depending on the current hardware configuration of the unit, you can select options
that can be easily activated on‐site. The FAST Access Code that is purchased from Comtech EF
Data enables configuration of the available hardware.
See Table 1‐1 in Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION or Sect. 5.2.9.1 FAST: Options in Chapter 5.
FRONT PANEL OPERATION for listings of the FAST and FAST‐accessible hardware options
available for the CDM‐750.