Monitoring & Configuration

ALPON X4 · ALPON X5 AI · Sixfab Connect · Cloud Management

Learn how to remotely monitor and configure your ALPON device through the Sixfab Connect platform. Manage performance, network settings, and system operations from a single cloud-based interface.

The platform supports monitoring, network configuration, and system management to ensure optimal operation. Features like remote software management and bulk deployment reduce on-site maintenance and support efficient, secure device performance.

Device Management Network Management Device Location App Management

Device Management

Device State

The current state of the device is monitored, including:

Field	Description
Asset Name	Double-click on the asset name to change it.
Active / Inactive Button	Allows the device to be toggled between active and inactive states.

CPU

Field	Description
Total Usage (%)	Displays the percentage of CPU usage.
Temperature (°C)	Shows the temperature of the CPU.

Memory & Disk

Field	Description
Memory Usage (MB / Total MB)	Indicates the used and total memory in megabytes.
Storage Usage (GB / Total GB)	Shows the used and total disk storage in gigabytes.

Power

Field	Description
Input Voltage	Voltage supplied to the device.
Base Voltage	Voltage for main components.
Peripheral Voltage	Voltage for connected peripherals.
Input Current	Current drawn by the device.

Peripheral Management

Field	Description
Add-on Power On/Off In Development	Controls power state of connected add-on modules.
Add-on Fault Status	Displays fault state of connected add-on modules.

Watchdog

The status of the watchdog timer is monitored to ensure the device remains operational and automatically reboots if needed.

Remote Support

The Remote Support feature allows the Sixfab team to securely access your device for troubleshooting. Access must be explicitly granted by the device owner and cannot be enabled by Sixfab staff.

Action	Description
Enable Access	Generates and shares a remote support token with the Sixfab support team. Access remains valid for 10 days from the time it is enabled.
Disable Support Token	Immediately revokes the support token, ending all remote access. The owner can revoke access at any time before the 10-day period expires.

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Owner-Controlled Access Remote support access is always initiated by the device owner from the Asset Detail page. Sixfab staff cannot enable remote access on your behalf. Once enabled, authorized staff can connect through the platform backoffice until the permission expires or is manually revoked.

Identity

Detailed system information is available, including:

Field	Description
Asset Type	Device type.
S/N (Serial Number)	Unique identifier of the device.
MAC Address	Unique identifier of network interfaces.
IMEI No	International Mobile Equipment Identity number for cellular devices.
Architecture	System architecture (e.g., ARM or x86).
OS / Distro	Operating system or distribution version installed on the device.
Cellular Modem	Cellular modem used in the device.
Hostname	Network name assigned to the device.

Remote Terminal

Open a secure shell session directly from the browser — no SSH client or local network configuration required.

Access Point	Description
Edge Device Host Terminal	Single-click access to the edge device host terminal from the Asset Detail page.
Container Terminal	Access a running container's terminal via Application → Containers → Actions.

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Authentication A terminal session is opened when either a valid access code (TOTP derived from the device token) is provided, or the requester has a valid session with the required permissions. Requests that meet neither condition are rejected.

Device Maintenance

Action	Description
Device Version	Displays the version of the software bundle currently installed on the device.
Update Device	Updates the ALPON software to the latest available bundle version. The Update button appears automatically when the device is running an outdated version.
Reboot Device	Reboots the device remotely via the platform.

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How Updates Work The Sixfab Embedded Software team publishes update bundles through the platform. When a newer bundle is available, the Update button appears on the Asset Detail page. Updates are applied asynchronously — progress is streamed to the UI in real time and the platform tracks completion status automatically.

Device Maintenance panel animation — Device Maintenance — Update and Reboot controls

Network Management

Interface Monitoring

Network interface priorities can be adjusted by dragging and dropping them into the desired order. Changes are applied by clicking the Configure button and saved by clicking the Save button.

Interface priority drag-and-drop animation — Drag and drop interfaces to set priority order, then click Configure → Save

Field	Description
Priority	Indicates the priority of each network interface (e.g., 1, 2, 3).
Interface	Specifies the type of interface (e.g., WiFi, Cellular, Ethernet).
Status	Displays whether the interface is "In Use" or "Available".
Details	Provides detailed information about each interface.

Connect to Wi-Fi

To connect your ALPON device to a Wi-Fi network, make sure the device is online in the Connect platform. Click the Connect to Wi-Fi button, choose your Wi-Fi network, and enter the password. Then, click Connect and wait for the device to join the network. You can also manually enter the SSID and password if needed. Ensure the device is online while performing this process.

Uptime

Monitor the device's uptime over the past week to track its reliability and performance. The graph shows the device's operational status in 2-hour intervals.

100% Operational

Partial Outage

Cellular Outage

Offline

Status	Description
100% Operational	Times when the device was fully functional.
Partial Outage	Periods when the device experiences limited functionality.
Cellular Outage	Periods of lost cellular connectivity, preventing network communication.
Offline	Periods when the device was not operational.

Uptime graph — 7-day view — 7-day uptime graph in 2-hour intervals

Cellular Health: Check the health of the device's cellular connection over the last week to ensure stable communication.

Most Used Interface: See which network interface was used the most in the last week.

Modem

Access detailed information about the modem, including its vendor, model, firmware version, and IMEI.

Field	Description
Vendor	Check the modem's vendor information.
Model	Identify the modem's specific model.
FW Version	See the current firmware version installed on the modem.
IMEI	View the modem's unique IMEI number.
Vendor ID	Access the vendor ID for further identification of the modem.

eSIM

Details about the eSIM can be viewed, APN and Network Profile settings can be configured, and new eSIM profiles can be added.

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AXIS GW devices do not support eSIM The eSIM management section is only available for standard ALPON X4 and ALPON X5 AI devices. On AXIS GW devices, this section is hidden from the asset page.

Field	Description
Name	Displays the name of the eSIM profile.
Vendor	Shows the provider of the eSIM.
ICCID	Displays the unique eSIM identifier.
APN	Configure the Access Point Name (APN) for network access.
Network Profile	Set up and manage network profile settings.
Status	Shows the current status of the eSIM profile.

Profile Setup and Management

Ensure Device Accessibility

Before proceeding, ensure that the device is online and accessible. If the device is offline or unreachable, an error may occur.

Add a New Profile

After confirming the device is accessible, click the + Add Profile button. Enter the Activation Code, then click the Download button to download the profile.

Accept Terms and Conditions

To continue, review and Accept the Terms and Conditions, which include restrictions on profile deletion, transfer, and modification.

Download the Profile

Once accepted, a "Status: Preparing" bar appears, followed by "Downloading" as the profile installs. Upon successful download, the status changes to "Success." Click Close to complete the process.

Configure the APN

After successfully adding the profile, configure the APN to enable it. Click the Configure button, enter the required APN and Name details, then click Save to apply.

Switch Between Profiles

Once the APN is configured, profiles can be switched as needed. Click the Switch button in the Status section to switch between available profiles.

Total Data Usage

The graph shows the amount of data used, including both downloaded and uploaded data, on an hourly basis. Data can be viewed for different time periods. This graph shows data usage for the cellular interface only and does not account for data used over Wi-Fi or Ethernet connections.

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Third-Party eSIM Data Usage Data usage metrics and graphs are only available for Sixfab eSIMs. If a third-party eSIM is used, its data consumption will not be displayed or recorded. Only usage associated with Sixfab eSIMs will be shown in the data usage graphs.

Metric	Description
Data Downloaded (MB)	Total downloaded data.
Data Uploaded (MB)	Total uploaded data.
Total Data Usage (MB)	Combined total of downloaded and uploaded data.

Device Location

Track the physical location of your ALPON device through the Sixfab Connect platform. This feature allows you to monitor where your devices are, ensuring they are in the correct locations. The location data is sent every 12 hours.

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Location Accuracy The map shows the device's location based on its GPS signal. If the GPS signal is weak or unavailable, the location is estimated using nearby cell towers, which may not always provide an accurate result. In areas with fewer or more distant towers, the estimated location could be further from the device's actual position. Please use this information as a general guide rather than an exact location.

App Management

For a guide on managing and running applications on your ALPON device, see the Manage & Deploy Applications page. This guide covers deploying your first container, accessing it, and managing it effectively — including deploying containers without a registry, accessing them locally or remotely, and managing them from the cloud.

🐳 Next StepManage & Deploy Applications →