Introduction To Access Server - Bluegiga Technologies WRAP User’s And Developer’s Manual

Chapter 1. Introduction to Access Server
Bluegiga's WRAP™ product family offers for device manufacturers, integrators, companies and
developers a simple and fast way to set-up wireless communication systems between standard
or proprietary devices, networks, machines and instruments.
Access Server is a cutting edge wireless Bluetooth router. It supports multiple communication
standards including Ethernet, WiFi, and GSM/GPRS enabling full media-independent TCP/IP
connectivity. Access Server is easy to deploy and manage in existing wired and wireless net-
works without compromising speed or security. For rapid deployment, Access Server config-
urations can easily be copied from one device to another by using USB memory dongles. The
device can be fully managed and upgraded remotely over SSH secured links. Large numbers of
Access Servers can easily be controlled using Bluegiga Solution Manager (BSM), a web-based
remote management and monitoring platform.
Access Server usage scenarios and applications:
Point-of-sales systems
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Logistics and transportation systems
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Telemetry and machine-to-machine systems
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Medical and healthcare systems
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Fitness and sport telemetry systems
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Cable replacement
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Content and application distribution to mobile phones and PDAs
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Access Server key features:
Enables Bluetooth networking between multiple devices and networks
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Serves up to 21 simultaneous Bluetooth connections
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Offers an open platform for adding local applications
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Acts as a transparent router or bridge
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Supports all key communication medias:
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Bluetooth
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Ethernet
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WiFi, GSM and GPRS with a Compact Flash card
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USB and RS232
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Incorporates a packet filtering firewall
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Is fast and easy to install
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Supports all relevant Bluetooth profiles and APIs
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100 meter range / Software configurable to support 10 meter range
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DHCP support for plug-and-play installation
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Uncompromised security: SSH, firewall, and 128 bit Bluetooth encryption
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