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Connected Grid Module - IEEE 802.15.4e/g WPAN 900 MHz
Connected Grid Module - IEEE 802.15.4e/g/v WPAN 900 MHz
Data Sheet
Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module for the Cisco
1000 Series Connected Grid Router
The Cisco® Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) Connected Grid Module is an
IEEE 802.15.4g/e radio-frequency (RF) connection for Cisco 1000 Series Connected
Grid Routers (CGR 1000 Series). It delivers 900 MHz RF mesh connectivity to a
diverse set of endpoints.
The WPAN module allows utilities to converge multiple applications supported by the
CGR 1000 across a single RF mesh network. Among these applications are
Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Distribution Automation (DA), Integration of
Distributed Energy Resources (DER), and Remote Workforce Automation.
Together, the ruggedized WPAN module and the CGR 1000 routers provide a
versatile platform for diverse field area network (FAN) and Internet of things (IoT)
communications deployments aligned with Wi-SUN alliance objectives for smart utility
grids.
Product Overview
The Cisco IEEE 802.15.4g/e/v-compliant WPAN Connected Grid Module for CGR 1000 routers gives utilities highly
secure IPv6-based, over-the-air network connectivity. These modules are ideal for high-scale deployments to smart
meters, distribution sensors, distribution automation devices, gateways (such as the Cisco 500 Series WPAN
Industrial Routers [IR500]), and other endpoints. They are also suited for use in multi-hop mesh networks and longreach solutions. Figure 1 displays a Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module.
Figure 1. Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module
Table 1 provides SKUs and description information about the Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module.
Table 1. Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module for CGR 1000 Series

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Single Connected Grid Module
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Single Connected Grid Module
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1.50” x 4.24” x 5.25”
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3.81 cm x 10.77 cm x 13.34 cm
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1.50” x 4.24” x 5.25”
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3.81 cm x 10.77 cm x 13.34 cm
Worldwide Frequency
Support
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North America- ISM: 902-928 MHz
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Australia: 915-928 MHz
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Brazil: 902-907.5, 915-928 MHz
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Hong Kong: 920-924 MHz
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China: 920- 925 MHz
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North America- ISM: 902-928 MHz
Frequency Hopping Spread
Spectrum
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64 channels (depending on regulatory domain), 400
KHz per channel
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31 channels , 800 KHz Channel spacing for OFDM
Modes
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1 antenna port - QMA connector
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1 antenna port - QMA connector
Output Transmit Power
(Average Power)
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25 – 30 dBm (36dBm EIRP), vary on datarate
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Over 136 dB (up to 148 dB depending on antenna
gain)
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Over 136 dB (up to 148 dB depending on antenna
gain)
Utilities looking to deploy standards-based communications to millions of endpoints should consider the Cisco CGR
1000 Series with the WPAN module. The module provides dynamic, automated network discovery and selfhealing. And its multi-hop mesh networking delivers a high endpoint-to-collector ratio of up to 5000 endpoints per
CGR 1000.
Connected Grid WPAN Modules are tightly integrated with the network services of CGR 1000 routers. For
example, the CGR 1000 provides Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Route Policy Language (RPL)-based
routing for high availability and network reliability to endpoints connected to the wireless mesh. RPL is the standard
for IPv6 Routing Protocol for Low Power and Lossy Networks.
The WPAN module, along with CGR 1000 software, also provides robust security features for access control,
device identity, key management, and encryption. It offers four levels of quality of service (QoS). Together, the
WPAN module and CGR 1000 routers provide comprehensive network statistics that help network operators
quickly identify and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
The Connected Grid WPAN Modules and CGR 1000 routers can be deployed in numerous utility environments
worldwide. The product thus comes with an array of antenna and cabling options to match the utility’s own
environment. Refer to the antenna specifications (Table 4), cable specifications (Table 5), and accessories
specifications (Table 6) for more details.
Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module Specifications
Table 2 shows the hardware specifications for the Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module, plus a partial listing of
regulatory compliance and safety data.
Table 2. Hardware Specifications
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−40º F to 158º F (−40 to +70º C) continuous
operating temperature range with IEEE 1613 type, for
up to +85 C for 16 hours
−40º F to 158º F (−40 to +70º C) continuous operating
temperature range with IEEE 1613 type, for up to +85
C for 16 hours
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30G at 6 ms, Class Cm
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IEEE 1613 Class VS3
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IEC 870-2-2 Class Cm
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30G at 6 ms, Class Cm
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IEEE 1613 Class VS3
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IEC 870-2-2 Class Cm
Operating Seismic
Earthquake
10,000 ft (3,048 m) maximum operating temperature is
derated with increasing altitude per IEEE1613a-2008
10,000 ft (3,048 m) maximum operating temperature is
derated with increasing altitude per IEEE1613a-2008
5 to 95 percent noncondensing
5 to 95 percent noncondensing
−40º to +185º F (−25º C to +85º C)
−40º to +185º F (−25º C to +85º C)
Non-Operating Relative
Humidity
5 to 95 percent noncondensing
5 to 95 percent noncondensing
10,000 ft (3000 m); maximum operating temperature is
derated with increasing altitude per IEEE 1613a-2008
10,000 ft (3000 m); maximum operating temperature is
derated with increasing altitude per IEEE 1613a-2008
Non-Operating Free-Fall
Drop
4 in. (100 mm) per ENG-339611
4 in. (100 mm) per ENG-339611
Non-Operating Shock and
Vibration
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50-60 G (3.76 m/s minimum)
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3-500 Hz at 1.12 GRMS (BP at 10 and 100 Hz)
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50-60 G (3.76 m/s minimum)
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3-500 Hz at 1.12 GRMS (BP at 10 and 100 Hz)
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EN61000-6-2
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EN61000-4-2 (ESD)
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EN61000-4-3 (RF)
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EN61000-4-4 (EFT)
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EN61000-4-5 (SURGE)
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EN61000-4-6 (CRF)
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EN61000-4-11 (VDI)
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EN 55024, CISPR 24
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EN50082-1
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EN61000-6-2
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EN61000-4-2 (ESD)
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EN61000-4-3 (RF)
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EN61000-4-4 (EFT)
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EN61000-4-5 (SURGE)
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EN61000-4-6 (CRF)
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EN61000-4-11 (VDI)
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EN 55024, CISPR 24
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EN 55035, CISPR 35
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EN61000-6-1
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USA: UL 60950-1
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Canada: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1
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Europe: EN 60950-1
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China: GB 60950-1
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Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS 60950-1
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Rest of world: IEC 60950-1
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CSA-certified to UL/CSA 60950-1, 2
nd
Ed.
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CB report to IEC60950-1, 2
nd
Ed., covering all group
differences and national deviations
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USA: UL 60950-1
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Canada: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1
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CSA-certified to UL/CSA 60950-1, 2
nd
Ed.
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CB report to IEC60950-1, 2
nd
Ed., covering all group
differences and national deviations
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47 CFR, Part 15
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ICES-003 Class A
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EN55022 Class A
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CISPR22 Class A
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AS/NZS 3548 Class A
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VCCI V-3
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CNS 13438
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EN 300-386
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47 CFR, Part 15
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EN61000-3-3
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EN61000-3-4
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ICES-003 Class A
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EN55032 Class A
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CISPR32 Class A
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AS/NZS 3548 Class A
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VCCI V-3
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CNS 13438
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EN 300-386

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FCC Part 2, FCC Part 15.247, Part 90.210
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Brazil: ANATEL Resolution No. 506
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Australia: AS/NZS 4268:2008
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China: 1049 Issue 1
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FCC Part 2, FCC Part 15.247, Part 90.210
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15.4(1)CG and above
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15.5M(03) and above
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IEEE 802.15.4g/e
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IETF 6LOWPAN (RFC 6282)
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IEEE 802.15.4g/e/v
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IEEE 6LOWPAN (RFC 6282)
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Native IPv6 traffic over IEEE 802.15.4g/e6LoWPAN, including non-IP traffic transported over
Raw Sockets TCP and IPv4 traffic when endpoints
implement MAP-T
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Native IPv6 traffic over IEEE 802.15.4g/e/v6LoWPAN, including non-IP traffic transported over
Raw Sockets TCP and IPv4 traffic when endpoints
implement MAP-T
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IETF RPL: IPv6 Routing Protocol for Low Power
and Lossy Networks (RFC 6550, 6551, 6553,
6554, 6719, 6207)
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Support for endpoints implementing multiple IPv6
addresses; for example, more than one IPv6 WPAN
prefix or IPv6 MAP-T prefix
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IETF RPL: IPv6 Routing Protocol for Low Power
and Lossy Networks (RFC 6550, 6551, 6553,
6554, 6719, 6207)
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Support for endpoints implementing multiple IPv6
addresses; for example, more than one IPv6
WPAN prefix or IPv6 MAP-T prefix
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Access control: IEEE 802.1x
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Device identity: X.509 digital certificates (utility
certificates)
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Encryption: AES-128
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Key management: IEEE 802.11i
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Access control: IEEE 802.1x
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Device identity: X.509 digital certificates (utility
certificates)
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Encryption: AES-128
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Key management: IEEE 802.11i
WPAN Quality of Service
(QoS)
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4 queues
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Priority queuing
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4 queues
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Priority queuing
Network Management and
Diagnostics
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Detailed WPAN diagnostics such as Tx power,
received signal strength indication (RSSI),
frequency (if connected)
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IETF Constrained Application Protocol (CoAP) (draft-
ietf-core-coap-18)
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Detailed WPAN diagnostics such as Tx power,
received signal strength indication (RSSI),
frequency (if connected)
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IETF Constrained Application Protocol (CoAP)
(draft-ietf-core-coap-18)
Management Information
Bases (MIBs)
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WPAN MIB
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ENTITY MIB
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IF MIB
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WPAN MIB
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ENTITY MIB
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IF MIB
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150 Kbps (75 Kbps with FEC enabled)
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800 kbps, 400kbps, 200kbps, 150 kbps, 50 kbps
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Multipurpose integrated antenna
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Outdoor
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Omni antenna for 900 MHz WPAN
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Outdoor
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Omni antenna for 900 MHz WPAN
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Outdoor
Table 3 outlines the software specifications for the Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module.
Table 3. Software Specifications
For more information about CGOS software capability support, consult your local Cisco representative (Cisco.com login required).
Table 4 lists the antenna options for the Connected Grid WPAN Modules.
Table 4. Antenna Options
For an extensive description of antenna options and the potential deployment scenarios, see the following
deployment guide:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/connectedgrid/antennas/installing/cg_antenna_install_guide.html.
Table 5 lists the RF cable options for the Connected Grid WPAN Module.

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Indoor WPAN Cable Options for Cisco 1120 Connected Grid Router (CGR 1120)
10 ft (3 m) Low Loss LMR 240 Cable with QMA and N Connectors
15 ft (4. 5m) Low Loss LMR 240 Cable with QMA and N Connectors
20 ft (6 m) Low Loss LMR 240 Cable with QMA and N Connectors
Outdoor WPAN Cable Options for Cisco CGR 1120 and 1240 Connected Grid Router (CGR1240)
5 ft (1.5 m) Low Loss LMR 400 Cable with N Connectors (straight to right angle)
5 ft (1.5 m) Low Loss LMR 600 Cable with N Connectors (straight to straight)
20 ft (6 m) Low Loss LMR 400 Cable with N Connectors
30 ft (9.14 m) Ultra Low Loss LMR 600 Cable with N Connectors
Lightning arrestor for CGR 1240
N connectors for CGR 1240 for WPAN- ext. antennas
Lightning arrestor for CGR 1120
Connecting adapter for CGR antennas- QMA to TNC for CGR 1120
Table 5. RF Cable Options
Table 6 lists additional accessories available for Connected Grid WPAN Modules.
Table 6. Additional Accessories
For an extensive description of antenna and cable options and deployment scenarios, see the deployment guide:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/connectedgrid/antennas/installing/cg_antenna_install_guide.html.
Ordering Information
The Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module and the Cisco 1000 Series Connected Grid Routers are available to any
Cisco authorized partner. For more information, contact your Cisco representative.
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For More Information
To find out more about the Cisco Connected Grid WPAN Module for the Cisco 1000 Series Connected Grid
Routers, visit http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps12280/index.html.
For more information on the Cisco CGR 1000, visit http://www.cisco.com/go/cgr1000.
For more information on the Cisco Field Area Network (FAN) solution, visit http://www.cisco.com/go/fan.

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