SUCCESS STORY

ASUS IoT Tinker System 2 Excels As
Network Analyzer Backbone

An embedded computer plays a key role in a network analyzer•

Remote management: Network analyzers can be remotely
managed and configured. With the embedded computer
serving as a control center, administrators can access andcontrol the analyzer remotely.

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Data storage and logging: Embedded computers can store
all captured network data and logs locally.

•Real-time monitoring and alerts: The embedded computercan process data in real-time and generate alerts ornotifications when predefined conditions are met, such as
excessive bandwidth utilization, security threats, or specificnetwork events.

•Customization and extensibility: If properly configured,embedded systems can be customized and extended tomeet specific network analysis requirements. Additional
hardware modules or software plugins can enhance thenetwork analyzer’s capabilities.

•Energy efficiency: Embedded computers can be designedwith power-efficient components to minimize energy
consumption, making them suitable for deployment inremote or environmentally sensitive locations.

application, as it performs a variety of tasks related to network
monitoring, analysis, and management. Some common tasks
performed by that embedded computer include the following:
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Packet capture and analysis: Network analyzers often needto capture data packets to analyze network traffic. The
embedded computer can be equipped with network
interfaces, typically Ethernet, and specialized software tocapture packets, dissect their contents, and perform
in-depth analysis. This allows network administrators tomonitor traffic, identify issues, and troubleshoot network
problems.
Protocol decoding: Network analyzers need to understandand decode various network protocols, such as TCP/IP,
HTTP, and DNS. The embedded computer interprets these
protocols and provides insights into the data flowing
through the network.
Traffic monitoring: Embedded computers can continuously
monitor network traffic and generate reports on
bandwidth use, traffic patterns, and anomalies. This
information helps network administrators optimize
network performance and detect suspicious or
unauthorized activities.
Security functions: Network analyzers often include
security features to detect and mitigate threats. Embedded
computers can run intrusion detection systems (IDS) andintrusion prevention systems (IPS) to identify and respondto security breaches in real-time.

In a real-world example that happens to be in Korea, one vendor,Soul Systems, deployed an ASUS IoT Tinker System 2 to handle
network performance evaluation. Soul Systems specializes in
network operation and management systems that proposes“one-click solutions.” Typical environments the company works ininclude network virtualization, 5G, cloud, IoT, and edge computing.

In this example, Soul Systems required a real-time response,offers a troubleshooting guide to preempt future failures. For

security, and tech support. To address this demand for data

example, when the Lampad system is connected to a network

security and quality assessment, the vendor developed asection's switch, it instantly measures the section's performancesystem called Lampad, which employs a Tinker System 2 at its

and quality.

core. The Lampad not only collects and scrutinizes network
packets, but also provides a comprehensive evaluation ofnetwork performance and failure triggers.

In this scenario, the Tinker System 2, located in the company’sserver room, is connected to the entire network. If an action isrequired, a system administrator will immediately receive analert. Real-time monitoring grants immediate visibility intobottlenecks and faults over the entire network, and more
importantly, their causes.
The Tinker System 2 is based on Arm’s 64-bit Arm V8architecture, which provides enhanced computing
performance with low power consumption. In this case, it’s asix-core system on a chip (SoC), and a multi-core Mali-T860 GPU.
In addition to the network analyzer, such compute capability
permits an array of AI applications, including facial and object
recognition, and people counting, and countless IoT
applications.
One characteristic that makes the Tinker System 2 stand out is
its vast I/O, including HDMI-CEC, DisplayPort over USB C, andDSI. It’s also designed with three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A ports,

Network downtime can severely disrupt operation and result inand a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C port with data transfer, Power

substantial financial losses. Lampad streamlines theDelivery, and DisplayPort functionality.

troubleshooting and recovery process through its
near-instantaneous root cause analysis. In one deployment, it
has reduced mean time to repair by over 90% when compared
to previous conventional systems. Note that the previous
computer deployed by the customer for this application wasbased on a Raspberry Pi 4, which provided no technicalsupport, no longevity support, and was in the midst of supply

The Tinker System 2 is engineered with a solid aluminumchassis, ensuring stable and efficient thermal performance. The
fanless platform, with pre-installed dust covers on the I/O ports
operates in industrial and commercial environments. It offers
industry-standard EMC and RF certifications, minimizing testingtime and maximizing deployment speed.
The Tinker System 2 is backed up by the reliable technicaldifficulties.
Documenting the root causes and preventive measures iscritical in averting the recurrence of issues. Lampad generates adiagnostic report with a single click to pinpoint causes andsupport offered by ASUS IoT, which provides the peace of mind
that customers look for, and also contributes to the success ofthe deployment.

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