Moxa launched its first integrated industrial computers with 64-bit ARM architecture to help asset owners meet the growing processing demands of new technologies. Built around a 1 GHz dual-core Arm Cortex-A53 processor, Moxa's UC-2200A is a cost-effective and reliable gateway for embedded data acquisition, boasting a wide range of interface options, compact size, and compliance. cybersecurity IEC 62443-4-2 requirements for host devices.
The UC-2200A is available with an open mPCLe socket or with mPCIe membership pre-installed with a Verizon and AT&T carrier-approved CAT 4LTE module. All models ship with Moxa Industrial Linux 3, which is based on Debian 11 and will support bug fixes and security patches through 2031. Optionally, drives can ship with Moxa Industrial Linux 3 Secure for additional security features in compliance with IEC 62443- Cybersecurity Standard 4-2 for Hosting Devices. The UC-2200A is just the first release in a new lineup of 64-bit ARM models that Moxa will introduce throughout 2024, including quad-core models with support for CANbus, 5G LTE, and integrated DI and DO.
Communication devices face unique obstacles in industrial environments, especially when deployed in remote edge-to-cloud applications. Moxa's new UC-2200A overcomes these challenges by offering a wide temperature tolerance of -40 to 70°C and industry certifications including CID2, CE, FCC, ATEX and UL, resulting in an MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) of approximately 1 million hours. Although compact, the UC-2200A features the ideal number of I/O interfaces for flexible configuration, such as two Giga LAN ports, one USB port, and two RS-232/422/485 serial ports.
Hackers are increasingly sophisticated in their ability to disrupt or threaten industrial networks. Connectivity and convergence in industrial networks bring a greater risk of cyber threats, as each system and device represents a potential attack surface.
For this reason, Moxa optionally offers the UC-2200A with Moxa Industrial Linux 3 Secure to meet IEC 62443-4-2 security level 2 (SL2) requirements for host devices. IEC 62443-4-2 provides a security-enabling Linux platform and integrates secure-by-design hardware and software capabilities to protect data and IIoT infrastructure from cyber threats. While SL1 protects against unintentional or accidental misuse, SL2 protects against intentional tampering by a malicious attacker. Without this certification, asset owners and systems integrators would be required to spend significant time testing and validating the security of the computing platform and its components before integrating their applications.
With Moxa Industrial Linux 3 Secure, the UC-2200A is more resistant to cyber attacks. The Secure Boot function protects hardware and software under a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to block unauthorized changes to the device during boot time and prevent malicious updates from being used for malware exploitation. Additionally, the system's failback function supports detection of the last safe working state to which computers can be automatically restored if critical updates fail or unauthorized software changes are detected. Additionally, Moxa provides a security hardening guide and tools to support analysis of potential threats.
Moxa's UC-2200A Series is backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty.
