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SuprOS

Communication network management system

SuprOS is a purpose-built, comprehensive communica- −− Complete historical data is available at the management
tion network management system that streamlines the server for detailed drill-down analysis and trending
deployment, optimization, maintenance, and control of
ABB communication networks. Utilizing an intuitive web- Detailed endpoint analysis
based interface, SuprOS optimizes network performance SuprOS offers rich performance statistics on a per-endpoint
and reliability while minimizing the costs associated with basis. Network administrators have immediate access to a
planning, deployment, and ongoing management of the complete endpoint history, including performance data, con-
network. nection events, time of use, and endpoint-mesh interactions.

Features and benefits −− Continuous data collection provides minute-by-minute


−− Network-wide visibility provides insight into performance, historical data on endpoint activity, including connection
usage, and RF environment history and send/receive data rates
−− Simple, powerful search retrieves information on any −− Drill-down access to granular endpoint data facilitates
device, anywhere in the network detailed troubleshooting
−− Seamless integration with Google maps offers real-time
views of router locations and visibility into operational data Network provisioning
−− Auto-discovery reduces the need for extensive pre-plan- Configuration changes and code upgrades must be per-
ning and streamlines deployments formed with care to keep network devices in sync and avoid
−− Network analytics accelerate introduction of new services mismatched configurations. SuprOS features built-in checks,
through access to historical trending data smart retries, and knowledge of the network topology to make
upgrades and reconfigurations of thousands of devices as
SuprOS is powerful, standards-compliant software that maxi- easy as managing a single local device.
mizes the efficiency of IT personnel by simplifying complex
tasks such as network performance analysis and system −− Automated upgrades of large networks conserve valuable
optimization. A web-based application, SuprOS monitors and IT resources, freeing personnel to focus on other tasks
manages ABB communication networks as a system and −− Intelligent, sequenced, provisioning ensures that connectiv-
provides device management services. At the network edge, ity is maintained and costly truck rolls are prevented
SuprOS collects and processes extensive amounts of net-
work and client statistics. On-board intelligence enables each Network planning and deployment
router to pre-process data gathered as close to endpoints as One of the key advantages of SuprOS is the ease with which
possible, then forward it to the SuprOS management station initial network deployments, expansions, and reconfigurations
for analysis. The result is a complete profile of network and can take place. Through use of advanced auto-discovery,
endpoint activity with negligible impact on available network routers are able to automatically find one another to create
capacity. the network, reducing the need for extensive pre-planning,
and streamlining network deployment.
At the network core, management data is received and
analyzed by the SuprOS management server. From the man- During network roll-out, SuprOS continuously analyzes the
agement console, IT personnel can view the network as a network and automatically determines strategies for optimiz-
system and perform critical analytics, including performance ing performance. Areas experiencing unanticipated coverage
monitoring, statistical capture, trend analysis, and drill-down dropouts caused by RF interference, new construction, or
monitoring of client connectivity. The combination of rich data foliage growth can benefit from additional routers to provide
collection at the edge and powerful analytics at the core fill-in coverage. SuprOS provides the guidance required for
deliver unprecedented visibility into network operation. trouble-free deployments, and simplifies creative customized
router profiles to optimize performance.
Intelligent statistical pre-processing −− Sophisticated network self-configuration capabilities enable
Intelligent pre-processing of data collected from devices managers to easily plan network roll-outs and expansions
across the network enables SuprOS to capture highly detailed −− Router provisioning is streamlined by using pre-configured
information on network behavior at the management server or customized files and applying them to targeted devices
without flooding the network with excess traffic. −− Individual routers can be specifically identified and profiles
−− Continuously examines network traffic, compiling a com- customized on an as-needed basis
plete record of activity and performance
−− Collected data undergoes pre-processing at the router
before it is sent to the SuprOS server, preserving network
performance by minimizing management traffic
Network optimization −− Enables managers to identify, view, and diagnose problems
SuprOS provides an innovative and intuitive approach to with comprehensive alarm and event monitoring tools and
performance monitoring and optimization. IT management is root cause diagnostics
presented with a comprehensive summary view, and can drill −− Provides performance measurement tools to track network
down for more detailed performance data to plan optimization usage, overall capacity, and the correlated impact on client,
strategies. By consulting current and historical data on key mesh and backhaul performance
thresholds, managers can ensure high levels of performance −− Supports remote access to all SuprOS network manage-
through proactive responses during network expansions, ment via secure web interface
reconfigurations, or remedial actions. Relevant thresholds −− Provides an XML-based northbound interface to business
include network throughput, latency, RF environment, and and network management applications
traffic levels at specific nodes and gateways.

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−− Supplies a high-level view of every aspect of network per- Network analytics
formance, and highlights potential areas for optimization SuprOS generates detailed historical trend information
−− Automatically tracks key network, mesh, and backhaul through continuous data collection. Essential to network opti-
performance thresholds to provide managers with clear mization and troubleshooting, trend analysis enables manag-
notification of optimization opportunities ers to assess changes in network performance and reliability
−− Offers access to detailed per-router performance data in over time. As a result, problems can be addressed before they
hourly, daily, and weekly time periods adversely affect performance, and additional capacity or net-
−− Provides granular detail on client link and connection his- work configuration changes can be implemented proactively.
tory, offering context for performance optimization −− Determines whether the network is adequately provisioned
−− Provides insight into performance levels from client devic- or if additional capacity is required for optimal operation
es, enabling managers to determine optimization strategies −− Extends detailed analysis and mapping capabilities to facili-
to ensure subscriber satisfaction tate introduction of new services
−− Enables managers to monitor heavy users and determine if
Network monitoring and troubleshooting they should be black-listed or rate-limited
IT personnel need quick access to critical fault, performance −− Determine impact of network updates and configurations
and statistical data about the network. SuprOS provides
high-level and granular visibility into network operation and Minimum system requirements – SuprOS
health. The network can be monitored from a variety of views, Linux-based server requirements
including a map view of TropOS routers, MicrOS client nodes, −− 2.6GHz (or greater) dual processor
TeleOS and ArcheOS narrowband PTP/PTMP radios, and AFS −− 4GB RAM - 8GB RAM
routers and Ethernet switches, as well as selected Cambium −− 200GB minimum disk space
and Redline broadband PTP/PTMP radios. Alarm and event −− External DB requirements
thresholds can be set so that fault notifications are sent and −− Oracle DB: 10 GB and 11GB
acted upon before network performance is compromised. −− MySQL DB: 5.6 GB
External DB minimum RAM:
−− Full integration with Google maps supports the creation of −− Oracle: 16 GB
network maps with multiple zoom levels and terrain views. −− MySQL: 8 GB
Status updates, and performance data can all be accessed Linux versions supported
directly from the map −− CentOS 6 - CentOS 6.4
−− Offers a complete, unified network view to provide visibility −− Red Hat Enterprise version 6
into an entire network of interdependent devices

For more information please contact:

ABB Wireless
3055 Orchard Drive
San Jose, CA 95134, USA
Phone: +1 408 331 6800
E-Mail: [email protected]

www.abb.com/unwired

SuprOS network health dashboard

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