M2M Gateway's Tamper Detection Capability Deters Threats To Kiosks And Other Remote Devices

Systech introduces a new cellular M2M gateway with security and general purpose interfaces.

Systech Corp. has added the SL-500, an IP to Cellular M2M Gateway, to the SysLINK line of products. According to the company, this communication tool allows vendors to install kiosks or secure vending in any site (convention centers, malls, bars or convenience stores) where the vendor may not have economical access to the Internet.

The SL-500 connects "things" to the cloud, as part of the growing "Internet of Things," also known as a Machine-to-Machine (M2M) network. Support is included for Ethernet, Wi-Fi or USB "things." Connectivity to the Internet is provided through a built-in cellular modem, or through a conventional wired or wireless IP network.

The SL-500 is the smallest member of the SysLINK family of gateways. It is intended for applications requiring small size, and low cost. It also includes a unique interface to sense tampering, motion or other events via a simple GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) interface.

According to the company, installation of the SL-500 is easy — especially when using the optional integrated cellular modem: 1) Plug the kiosk's (or other device's) network interface into the SL-500; 2) Identify the device to the cellular network carrier, and immediate access via the cellular network is available.

The SL-500 also provides PA-DSS certified security, if desired, to support PCI compliance for payment processing transactions.

"The SL-500 really hits the mark as a small, powerful solution for remote access and monitoring," said Robert Lutz, marketing director for San Diego-based Systech. "Even beyond kiosks, there is a driving need to remotely monitor and detect tampering at many unmanned buildings and equipment locations such as pumping stations, phone switches and power substations. The integrated cellular modem truly makes this a plug-and play solution without need of local Internet access."