I. Introduction
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Everything you need for full
NAFEM protocol compliance
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Translates and organizes your
legacy equipment's data into the
NAFEM Data Protocol framework
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Supports all of the MIBs defined
by the NAFEM Data Protocol
Group
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Built-In Web Server
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Optional Modem for installations
without a network infrastructure
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Connect up to 253 equipment with
one MicroGate™
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Firmware Upgradeable in the field
as protocol standards change
E-Control Systems MicroGate™ is one of the most cost-effective and versatile gateways
for adding the NAFEM (North America Association of Food Equipment Manufactures)
Data Protocol and Ethernet connectivity into any equipment. Whether you're an
equipment manufacturer, systems integrator, or IT manager, the cost, functionality, and
flexibility of the MicroGate™ makes it the ideal product for any Online Kitchen™
application.
The MicroGate™ incorporates all essential networking functions including a full-featured
TCP/IP stack, 10Base-T Ethernet connection, real-time operating system, embedded Web
Server, optional modem, and battery-backed memory.
Feature-Rich Cost-Effective Solution
The MicroGate™ incorporates the latest in Flash and SDRAM technology to give the
best feature/price/performance ratio on the market. Using the latest in memory
technologies allows up to 253 pieces of equipment to be connected to one MicroGate,
further reducing the cost of the overall system. Complex menu recipe changes, firmware
updates, or set point changes can be done without disrupting any of the other services
running on the MicroGate™.
Flexibility
As the demand for updates and new features arise, the MicroGate™ can be updated from
any location on the Ethernet network. This eliminates the need to call for service or
replace the hardware itself. All updates and features are added using a standard Web
Browser, like Microsoft® Internet Explorer, or through bulk transfer facilities specified
in the NAFEM data protocol.
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