Gateway Management Server

Designed to simplify the management of LoRaWAN® Gateways

The KONA Element OA&M Server is a comprehensive LoRaWAN® Network tool designed to configure, monitor, and optimize the performance of all gateways in the customer’s network. It features an intuitive interface that makes it easy for users (especially beginners) to understand what they need when managing their own gateway operation while being integrated seamlessly into TEKTELIC’s end-to-end solution for implementing long-range communications capabilities on the devices such as IoT sensors.

KONA Element OA&M Server can be used for configuration, monitoring, and performance optimization, designed to simplify the management of LoRaWAN Gateways. It includes a comprehensive set of features to ensure optimum Gateway  performance and extend its lifespan. With its robust feature set, KONA Element Server is the perfect tool for your LoRaWAN deployments.

Available to any operator who has deployed a LoRaWAN® network with TEKTELIC gateways

Enables operators to simply action the update of essential software when needed, including

  • BSP Upgrades
  • File transfers
  • New package installs and patches that can all be remotely managed

Gives operators the ability to easily set, modify or delete a cellular APN

Allows operators to remotely choose their preferred backhaul configuration and change the fallback interface as needed

Allows operators to establish Secure Shell sessions via reverse SSH

  • Q&M Functions
  • Basic Features
Gateway Information Provided
  • Gateway Type
  • Serial Number
  • Gateway ID
  • IP Address
GPS Data Gathered
  • Gateway Location on Map
  • GPS Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude, Altitude)
  • Timestamp
  • Periodic Location Updates (Configurable Interval)
Troubleshooting

KONA Element gives operators the ability to remotely reboot a gateway, which reduces their operating expenses associated with manual maintenance and truck roll. This feature is an effective cost-saving measure because it eliminates the need for physical visits by technicians who would typically be required in order fix issues manually. KONA Element allows you to establish, terminate & execute SSH – Secure Shell sessions on your deployed gateway. This feature gives the operator access in order identify potential issues with their system before they become major problems for business continuity.

Configuration

The KONA Element is the first software tool of its kind to offer remote firewall updates and modem configuration in a user-friendly dashboard. With this innovative approach, operators can individually configure gateways which require specific settings without having any interference or downtime across their entire network.

KONA Element gives operators the ability to easily set, modify or delete a cellular APN. If you are deploying a gateway with both Wi-Fi and ethernet backhaul capabilities then KONA Element allows for remote choosing of your preferred configuration according to what is needed in each situation – optimizing performance while ensuring maximum uptime.

Events / Alarms
  • Startup and Initialization Faults
  • Over Temperature Warnings and Shutdowns
  • Interface alarms:
    • Network Server Connection Alarm- Raised in response to unexpected absence of packet activity
    • Cellular Backhaul Alarm- Raised if no IP address found on all interfaces
    • GPS Hold Over Expiry Alarm
  • Statistics
    • Transmitted Packets
    • Received Packets
    • Dropped Packets
    • Received Packets Error rate
Software Management
  • Backups and Restoration
  • File Transfers
  • System (BSP) Upgrades – Bulk or Individual Gateway
  • New Package Installation (Patches and New Features)
Performance Management
  • Spectral Scan
    • Identifying how much noise or interference is present at each specific frequency channel
  • Spectrum Analyzer
    • Real time analysis of power levels by frequency, giving operators the ability to identify any noise or interference in their environment