AP-251 Edge Router
The CCX Technologies AP-251 Edge Router is a compact and lightweight networking appliance that can simultaneously serve as a cybersecurity appliance, a router, and an applications server in the most demanding environments.
The router supports the latest in wireless network technology, with an integrated 5G cellular modem and two high-capacity dual-band WiFi-6 radios, in addition to six Gigabit Ethernet interfaces.
Software applications are provided by the integrated SystemX Operating System which includes dozens of networking, cybersecurity, data collection, configuration management, and application hosting features.
As a Transport Canada Approved Manufacturing Organization CCX Technologies can provide all documentation required to obtain relevant certifications so that the AP-251 to be installed on any aircraft.
Applications
The AP-251 is a configurable multi-mission platform that is suitable for a multitude of different applications. With a complete version of the SystemX Operating System the AP-251 supports all of the networking, security, data collection and management, and application hosting features provided by SystemX.
Cabin Routing
The AP-251 is a feature complete world-class Cabin Router suitable for Business and Commercial Aviation.
The AP-251 WiFi Radios and IK-200 external antennas are specifically designed to support dozens of concurrent, connections ensuring a seamless user experience within the cabin.
As a cabin router the AP-251 can manage multiple SATCOM systems , routing cabin traffic based on availability and network state depending on system configuration. It can also be used to monitor the state of and to configure connected SATCOM terminals from a common GUI.
Device and User Managers can be used to manage user specific access to connectivity solutions and to monitor and limit access for individual devices or users.
The AP-251 contains an integrated SIP-based PBX that can be used to route voice calls within the cabin, or to external numbers over a fully encrypted trunk to a SystemX Server, and then on to the public telephone system. To simplify the user experience it is possible to configure multiple external phone numbers per cabin, so that each handset or set of handsets can have a unique number that is the same regardless of the connectivity solution in use.
Cybersecurity Appliance
The AP-251 can provide Cybersecurity features for IP and Databus based networks. The integrated Intrusion Detection Systems can monitor traffic for anomalies and generate alerts which can be presented to local and remote operators.
Traffic for the IDS can be collected from the Ethernet Interfaces, the WiFi Radios, the ARINC-429 Receivers, or from Databus recorders, like the CCX Technologies DataPHY Data Collection Pods.
The AP-251 has a next-generation stateful firewall and an Intrusion Prevention System that can be used to block and route IP traffics based on traffic contents or patterns.
The AP-251 also includes a Certificate Manager and Certificate Proxy that can be used to collect, create, verify, and distribute certificates across a system which can be used for encrypting data and verify the authenticity of software and configuration update files.
Application Hosting
The AP-251 is capable of hosting and managing third-party applications in secure containers. Applications can create custom pages in the SystemX GUI so that administrators can intact with these applications from a central location.
Applications can also make use of the integrated SystemX API to get access to all SystemX configuration settings, status info, and collected data.
Interfaces
| QTY | Interface | Standards |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Ethernet | 1000/100/10BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab/u/i) |
| 2 | WiFi | IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/b/a (2.4GHz/5GHz) |
| 1 | Cellular | 5G/4G |
| 2 | Databus Receivers | ARINC-429 |
| 3 | Radio Disable Discrete Inputs | ARINC-628 |
| 4 | Bidirectional Discretes | ARINC-628 |
| 1 | Power | 12V and 28V DC |
Specifications
| Dimensions | 5.18"L x 4.64"W x 1.90"H |
| Weight | 2.4lb |
| Mounting Provisions |
4 mounting holes for #8 bolts or screws; flange mount. Option to install in 2 or 4 MCU form factor with an IK-350 |
| Connectors |
MIL-DTL-24308G 62-pin Male HD D-sub MIL-DTL-24308G 24W7 Coax Female D-sub |
| Operating Voltage | 28VDC or 12VDC |
| Typical Power Consumption | 14W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 20W |
| WiFi | IEEE802.11ax/ac/n/a/b (WiFi 6), 2.4GHz/5GHz, 2x2 MuMIMO radios with radio enable discrete input |
| Mobile Broadband |
5G bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40,
n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79 with radio enable discrete input |
| Supported Antennas | CCX Technologies IK-201 (5G) and IK-200 (WiFi) |
| Ethernet |
10/100/1000 BASE-T IEEE 802.3 Compliant Ethernet Ports
with: ACS, Automatic MDI/MDIX crossover, Automatic polarity correction, and IEEE 802.3u compliant auto negotiation |
| ARINC-429 | ARINC-429 RX Only |
| Discrete GPIO | ARINC-628 GND/Open and High/Low Sensing Discrete Inputs/Outputs |
| Data Storage | 1TB NVMe |
| Environmental Qualifications | RTCA DO-160G |
Outer Dimensions
Architecture
