FCC / IC En This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Important note: To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void users authority to operate the device. Fr Cet appareil est conforme au paragraphe 15 des normes FCC et au CNR pour les appareils exempts de licence dIndustrie Canada. Son utilisation est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes : 1) cet appareil ne doit pas occasionner de brouillage prjudiciable et 2) cet appareil doit accepter toutes les interfrences reues, notamment les interfrences qui peuvent provoquer un fonctionnement non dsir. NOTE DE LA FCC : Le fabricant nest pas responsable des interfrences sur les frquences radiolectriques ou tlvisuelles pouvant tre causes par des modifications non autorises de ce matriel. De telles modifications peuvent annuler le droit de lutilisateur utiliser cet appareil. REMARQUE : Cet appareil a t test et certifi conforme aux limites relatives aux appareils numriques de catgorie B dfinies dans le paragraphe 15 des normes FCC. Ces limites ont t dfinies afin de fournir une protection raisonnable contre le brouillage prjudiciable en milieu rsidentiel. Cet appareil produit, utilise et peut mettre des ondes de frquence radio et, sil nest pas install et utilis conformment aux instructions, il peut provoquer un brouillage prjudiciable aux communications radio. Il nexiste toutefois aucune garantie que des interfrences ne se produiront pas au sein dune installation donne. Si cet appareil occasionne un brouillage prjudiciable la rception radiophonique ou tlvisuelle, il suffit dallumer et dteindre lappareil pour dterminer sa responsabilit. Nous encourageons lutilisateur essayer de corriger ces interfrences en appliquant une ou plusieurs des mesures suivantes :
Rorienter ou dplacer lantenne de rception. Augmenter la distance entre lappareil et le rcepteur. Brancher lappareil une prise secteur diffrente de celle du rcepteur. Consulter le revendeur ou un technicien spcialis en postes radio ou tlviseurs. Remarque importante : Pour se conformer aux exigences de conformit de la FCC concernant lexposition aux RF, aucune modification apporte lantenne ou au dispositif nest autorise. Toute modification apporte lantenne ou au dispositif pourrait faire en sorte que le dispositif dpasse les exigences dexposition aux RF et pourrait annuler le droit de lutilisateur utiliser ce dispositif. Es Este dispositivo cumple con las Especificaciones del apartado 15 de las normas de la FCC y con las especificaciones de las normas radioelctricas (RSS) del Ministerio de Industria de Canad aplicables a aparatos exentos de licencia. El funcionamiento est sujeto a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) este dispositivo no debe provocar interferencia perjudicial, y (2) este dispositivo debe aceptar toda interferencia que reciba, incluso la que pudiera causar un funcionamiento no deseado. NOTA DE LA FCC: El fabricante no se hace responsable de ninguna interferencia de radio o TV ocasionada por modificaciones no autorizadas efectuadas a este equipo. Dichas modificaciones podran anular la autoridad del usuario para utilizar el equipo. NOTA: Este equipo ha sido probado y cumple con los lmites para aparatos digitales de Clase B, de conformidad con el apartado 15 de las normas de la FCC. Estos lmites estn diseados para proveer proteccin razonable contra interferencias perjudiciales en una instalacin residencial. Este equipo genera, usa y puede irradiar energa de radiofrecuencias y, si no se instala y usa segn las instrucciones, puede provocar interferencia perjudicial a las radiocomunicaciones. No obstante, no hay garantas de que no ocurrir interferencia en una instalacin en particular. Si este equipo provoca interferencia perjudicial a la recepcin de radio o televisin, lo que puede determinarse encendiendo y apagando el equipo, se recomienda que el usuario intente corregir la interferencia por medio de la implementacin de una o ms de las siguientes medidas:
Reorientar o reubicar la antena receptora. Incrementar la separacin entre el equipo y el receptor. Conectar el equipo a un tomacorriente de un circuito diferente del circuito al que est conectado el receptor. Consultar al distribuidor o a un tcnico con experiencia en radio/televisin para solicitar asistencia. Nota importante: Para cumplir con los requisitos de cumplimiento de exposicin de radiofrecuencia de la FCC, no se permiten cambios a la antena o el dispositivo. Cualquier cambio a la antena o dispositivo podra hacer que el dispositivo supere los requerimientos de exposicin de radiofrecuencia y anular la autoridad del usuario para operar el dispositivo. FCC U2ZZW6306 | IC: 6924A-ZW6306 FCC U2ZZW6306 | IC: 6924A-ZW6306 Jasco Products Company | Model: ZW6306 CAN ICES-3(B) / NMB-3(B) All brand names shown are trademarks of their respective owners. Tous les noms de marque illustrs sont des marques de commerce de leurs propritaires respectifs. Todas las marcas que aparecen aqu son marcas registradas de sus respectivos dueos. MADE IN CHINA/FABRIQU EN CHINE/HECHO EN CHINA GE IS A TRADEMARK OF GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY AND IS UNDER LICENSE BY JASCO PRODUCTS COMPANY LLC, 10 E. MEMORIAL RD., OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73114. JASCO 2018 | ZW6306 | rev. 06/06/18 PM v1 MANUAL MANUEL MANUAL Portable Smart Flood/Freeze Sensor Dtecteur de mouvement intelligent portatif Sensor de movimiento inteligente porttil READ IT OR WATCH IT FPO Read instructions or watch easy-to-follow video. Scan QR code or visit https://goo.gl/BPCB68. Lea las instrucciones o mire este video sencillo. Escanee el cdigo QR o visite https://goo.gl/BPCB68. Lisez les instructions ou regardez la vido facile comprendre. Balayez le code QR ou visitez https://goo.gl/BPCB68. ezzwave.com Z-Wave Certified Wireless Lighting Control Certifi Z-Wave Commande dclairage sans fil Control inalmbrico para iluminacin certificado por Z-Wave ZW6306 STOP DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE NE RETOURNEZ PAS CE PRODUIT AU MAGASIN NO DEVUELVA ESTE PRODUCTO A LA TIENDA If you have any problems or questions, contact our tech support team at 1-800-654-8483, (option 1) MondayFriday, 7:00am8pm CST. For the most up-to-date product support, accessories, electronic (PDF) format manuals and more, visit www.byjasco.com/support. No user serviceable parts in this unit. Si vous avez des problmes ou des questions, communiquez avec notre quipe de soutien technique au 1-800-654-8483, option 1, du lundi au vendredi, de 7 h 20 h (HNC). Pour le soutien relatif aux produits le plus jour, les accessoires, les manuels en format lectronique (PDF) et plus encore, visitez le site www.byjasco.com/support. Aucune des pices de ce dispositif ne peut tre rpare par lutilisateur. Si tiene problemas o dudas, comunquese con nuestro equipo tcnico al nmero:
1-800-654-8483, opcin 1 de lunes a viernes, de 7 a.m. a 8 p.m., hora estndar del centro (CST). Para recibir el soporte tcnico ms actualizado sobre productos, accesorios, manuales en formato digital (PDF), entre otros, visite www.byjasco.com/support. Esta unidad no contiene piezas que el usuario pueda reparar. WARNING FOR INDOOR USE ONLY BATTERIES MAY LEAK HARMFUL LIQUIDS OR IGNITABLE MATERIALS OR EXPLODE CAUSING INJURY AND PRODUCT DAMAGE DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW OR OTHER BATTERY TYPES REPLACE ALL BATTERIES AT THE SAME TIME REPLACE EXHAUSTED BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY REMOVE BATTERIES IF PRODUCT IS TO BE UNUSED FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME DO NOT USE Z-WAVE DEVICES TO CONTROL ELECTRIC HEATERS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCES WHICH MAY PRESENT A HAZARDOUS CONDITION DUE TO UNATTENDED OR UNINTENTIONAL OR AUTOMATIC POWER ON CONTROL AVERTISSEMENT UTILISATION INTRIEURE UNIQUEMENT LES PILES PEUVENT LIBRER DES PRODUITS NOCIFS OU DES SUBSTANCES INFLAMMABLES ELLES PEUVENT GALEMENT EXPLOSER, CAUSANT DES BLESSURES OU DES DGTS MATRIELS NE MLANGEZ PAS DES PILES NEUVES AVEC DES PILES USAGES OU DE TYPES DIFFRENTS REMPLACEZ TOUTES LES PILES EN MME TEMPS REMPLACEZ IMMDIATEMENT LES PILES DCHARGES RETIREZ LES PILES DANS L'VENTUALIT D'UNE LONGUE PRIODE DE NON-UTILISATION NUTILISEZ PAS LES DISPOSITIFS Z-WAVE POUR COMMANDER LES RADIATEURS LECTRIQUES OU DAUTRES APPAREILS QUI POURRAIENT PRSENTER UN DANGER EN CAS DE COMMANDE DACTIVATION IMPRVUE, INVOLONTAIRE OU AUTOMATIQUE ADVERTENCIA SOLO PARA USO EN INTERIORES LAS PILAS PUEDEN PERDER LQUIDOS PERJUDICIALES O MATERIALES INFLAMABLES, O BIEN EXPLOTAR Y CAUSAR LESIONES CORPORALES Y DAOS EN LOS PRODUCTOS NO COMBINE PILAS VIEJAS Y NUEVAS, NI TIPOS DE PILAS DISTINTAS REEMPLACE TODAS LAS PILAS AL MISMO TIEMPO REEMPLACE LAS PILAS AGOTADAS DE INMEDIATO EXTRAIGA LAS PILAS SI NO UTILIZA EL PRODUCTO DURANTE PERODOS EXTENDIDOS NO USAR LOS DISPOSITIVOS Z-WAVE PARA CONTROLAR CALENTADORES ELCTRICOS U OTROS APARATOS ELECTRODOMSTICOS QUE PUDIERAN IMPLICAR UN PELIGRO DEBIDO A UN ENCENDIDO SIN SUPERVISIN, ACCIDENTAL O AUTOMTICO NOT FOR USE WITH MEDICAL OR LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT Z-WAVE ENABLED DEVICES SHOULD NEVER BE USED TO SUPPLY POWER TO, OR CONTROL THE ON/OFF STATUS OF MEDICAL AND/OR LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT. NE PAS UTILISER AVEC UN QUIPEMENT MDICAL OU DE SURVIE LES DISPOSITIFS COMPATIBLES AVEC LA TECHNOLOGIE Z-WAVE NE DEVRAIENT JAMAIS TRE UTILISS POUR ALIMENTER OU COMMANDER LA MISE EN MARCHE OU LARRT DE LQUIPEMENT MDICAL OU DE SURVIE. SE PROHBE SU EMPLEO EN EQUIPO MDICO O EQUIPO PARA EL MANTENIMIENTO DE LAS FUNCIONES VITALES LOS DISPOSITIVOS Z-WAVE NUNCA SE DEBEN USAR PARA SUMINISTRAR ENERGA ELCTRICA AL EQUIPO MDICO O AL EQUIPO PARA EL MANTENIMIENTO DE FUNCIONES VITALES, NI PARA CONTROLAR EL ESTADO DE ENCENDIDO O APAGADO DE DICHOS EQUIPOS. This Device supports Lifeline and notification (association group 1) supporting 5 nodes. Group 1 must be assigned the Node ID of the primary controller where unsolicited notifications will be sent. The Z-Wave controller should set this association automatically after inclusion. Lifeline association only supports the Device Reset Locally function. Refer to the instructions of your controller for any available details on how this can be set. Cet appareil prend en charge la ligne de scurit et la notification (groupe dassociation 1) pour 5 noeuds. Au groupe 1 doit tre attribu lID de nud du contrleur principal auquel seront envoyes des notifications non sollicites. Le contrleur Z-Wave doit rgler automatiquement cette association aprs linclusion. Lassociation de ligne de scurit prend seulement en charge la fonction Device Reset Locally (appareil rinitialis localement). Reportez-vous aux instructions de votre contrleur pour obtenir tous les dtails disponibles sur la faon de le rgler. Este dispositivo es compatible con el grupo de asociacin 1 de la red vital (Lifeline) y notificacin, compatible con 5 nodos. Es compatible con 1 nodo para comunicacin de la red vital. Al grupo 1 se debe asignar la Id. de nodo del controlador principal a donde se enviarn las notificaciones no solicitadas. El controlador Z-Wave debe configurar esta asociacin automticamente despus de la inclusin La asociacin de red vital solo es compatible con la funcin dispositivo se reinicia a nivel local Consulte las instrucciones de su controlador para obtener detalles sobre cmo realizar la configuracin. WARRANTY JASCO Products warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of two years from the original date of consumer purchase. This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of this product only and does not extend to consequential or incidental damage to other products that may be used with this product. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or permit the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damage, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Please contact Customer Service at 800-654-8483 (option 1) between 7AM 8PM CST or via our website (www.byjasco.com) if the unit should prove defective within the warranty period. GARANTIE JASCO Products garantit que ce produit est exempt de tout dfaut de fabrication pour une priode de deux ans compter de la date de lachat original par lacheteur. Cette garantie se limite exclusivement la rparation ou au remplacement de ce produit et nest pas applicable aux dommages indirects ou accessoires survenus sur dautres produits utiliss avec ce produit. Cette garantie se substitue toute autre garantie expresse ou implicite. Certains tats ne permettent pas de restrictions quant la dure dune garantie implicite ou permettent lexclusion ou la limitation des dommages indirects et accessoires; il se peut, par consquent, que cette garantie ne sapplique pas dans votre cas. Cette garantie vous confre des droits juridiques prcis; vous pouvez jouir dautres droits qui peuvent varier dun tat lautre. Veuillez communiquer avec le service la clientle au 1-800-654-8483 (option 1) entre 7 h et 20 h (heure normale du Centre) ou par lintermdiaire de notre site web
(www.byjasco.com) si lappareil savre dfaillant au cours de la priode de garantie. GARANTA JASCO Products garantiza que este producto est libre de defectos de fabricacin durante un periodo de dos aos a partir de la fecha original de compra por parte del consumidor. Esta garanta se limita a la reparacin o sustitucin de este producto solamente y no se extiende a daos derivados o accidentales causados a otros productos que se usen con esta unidad. Esa garanta remplaza a todas las dems garantas expresas o implcitas. Algunos estados no autorizan limitaciones en cuanto a la duracin de una garanta implcita ni permiten la exclusin o limitacin por daos accidentales o derivados; por lo tanto, puede que las anteriores limitaciones no apliquen en su caso. Esta garanta le da a usted derechos especficos, y otros que usted puede tener y que varan segn el estado en el que usted reside. Si la unidad resultare defectuosa dentro del periodo de garanta, comunquese por favor con Atencin al Cliente en el 800-654-8483 (opcin 1) entre 7 y 20 h, Hora del Centro, o a travs de nuestro sitio de internet (www.byjasco.com). JASCO Products Company LLC, Building B 10 E. Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73114. SPECIFICATIONS Power: (1) CR123A Batteries (included); USB power option 5V/500mA (not included) Signal (Frequency) 908.4 / 916 MHz PIR Range: up to 180 PIR Distance: up to 45 feet Z-Wave Range: Up to 150 feet line of sight between the Wireless Controller and the closest Z-Wave receiver module. Operating Temperature Range: 32104 F (040 C). For indoor use only. Specifications subject to change without notice due to continuing product improvement. SPCIFICATIONS Alimentation : (1) pile CR123A (incluses); option dalimentation par connexion USB 5 V/500 mA (non inclus) Signal (frquence) 908,4 / 916 MHz Porte PAR : Jusqu 180 Distance PAR : Jusqu 45 pi Porte Z-Wave : Distance vue entre la tlcommande et le module de rception Z-Wave le plus proche allant jusqu 150 pi. Plage de tempratures de fonctionnement : De 32 104 F (de 0 40 C). Utilisation intrieure uniquement. En raison damliorations continues du produit, les spcifications peuvent faire lobjet de changements sans pravis. ESPECIFICACIONES:
Alimentacin: una (1) pila CR123A (incluidas); alimentacin por USB 5v/500mA (no incluido) Seal (frecuencia) 908,4/916 MHz Alcance del sensor infrarrojo pasivo: hasta 180 Distancia del sensor infrarrojo pasivo: hasta 45 pies (13,7 m) Alcance de Z-Wave: Hasta 150 pies (45,7 m) en lnea recta entre el controlador inalmbrico y el mdulo receptor Z-Wave ms cercano. Rango de temperatura de funcionamiento: 32-104 F (0-40 C) Para uso en interiores exclusivamente. Las especificaciones estn sujetas a cambios sin previo aviso por las constantes mejoras a las que se someten los productos. Accessories Accessoires Accesorios 13473 37028 USB Power Adapter 9ft. Micro USB Cable To purchase compatible accessories, visit www.byjasco.com/USB Pour acheter des accessoires compatibles, visitez www.byjasco.com/USB Para comprar accesorios compatibles, visite www.byjasco.com/USB 1. 2. Getting to know your new Z-Wave device Z-Wave certified for simple pairing and integrated home automation Transmits notifications to connected controller when leaks or changes in area temperature are detected Dual detection options contacts on the sensor base or separate plug-in detection probe for hard to reach locations Red LED indicates programming changes and status Alarm for separate audible notification of leaks Supports association with up to five devices Easy auto pairing and button-press settings Automatic tamper switch with alarm Regular battery level reports OR Battery Power USB Power NOTE: The Smart Motion Sensor has dual power options it can be powered by batteries (included) or USB (adapter and cable sold separately). When powered by batteries, the signal repeater function is disabled to conserve battery power. When powered by USB, the signal repeater function is active and will help to extend your Z-Wave network. A. LED blue, red and purple behind cover B. Programming button C. Probe port D. Micro USB cable port E. Battery and battery tab F. Top cover locking tab G. Alarm siren H. Top cover I. Detachable probe H F G E B A D C I 3. Installation The Smart Flood/Freeze sensor is designed for indoor use only. Place the sensor (typically in battery power mode) near the area of potential leaks or water source under sinks, behind commodes, dishwashers, washing machines, hot water tanks, etc. the sensor can be placed on the floor, cabinet base, etc. so the three pins on the bottom can come in contact with the water leak. The contact pins are slightly reduced so that they do not come in contact with the surface (see Figure 1). The sensor can be safely place onto a metal surface without activating the sensor. Mounting tape (included) can be applied to the bottom of the sensor to secure it to the floor or cabinet base to prevent it from being accidently moved (see Figure 2). For hard to reach locations (i.e. not enough room for the sensor to be placed on the floor or surface), use the mounting tape to attach the sensor to the wall. Open the port to insert the detachable probe (see Figure 3). Secure into position with the pins pointed down using smaller mounting tape (included) (see Figure 4).The contact pins are slightly reduced so that they do not come in contact with the surface (see Figure 5). Contact pins Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 4 Figure 5 Recessed contact pins Figure 3 For continuous power connect an optional micro USB cable to the power port and plug into any USB 5v power supply (see Figure 6). Optional USB cable and USB power supply available at ezzwave.com Figure 6 4. Adding your sensor in a Z-Wave network The Flood/Freeze sensor can be added to the Z-Wave network automatically or manually, from battery power or USB power. For best results, add the sensor to the network near the intended location (same room or area) to ensure best communication routes are established. Automatic Mode Battery power 1. 2. Once the controller is ready to add your sensor, press one the side buttons, then, press in the opposite side button. Remove the top (see Figure 7). 3. Remove the plastic battery tab (see Figure 8). This activates the sensor and starts the auto add process. 4. The red LED will begin to flash quickly as it searches for a network. The sensor will attempt to search for a network for two minutes, after which it will time out. 5. The red LED will continue to flash quickly when it locates a network the controllers app will indicate if it has discovered the sensor. If prompted by the controller to enter the S2 security code, refer to the QR code/security number on the back Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certified controller to add the sensor in the Z-Wave network. of the box, or the QR code label on the product (see below). Enter the 5-digit code. DSK : XXXXX
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-47752 Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certified controller to add the sensor in the Z-Wave network. 6. The red LED will activate for 3 seconds to confirm the sensor has been added in the network. Secure the top cover into place. USB power 1. 2. Once the controller is ready to add your sensor, open the USB port rubber gasket and insert the micro USB plug into the USB port (see Figure 9). 3. 4. The red LED will continue to flash quickly when it locates a network the controllers app will indicate if it has discovered the sensor. If prompted by the controller to enter the S2 security code, refer to the QR code/S2 security The red LED will begin to flash quickly as it searches for a network. The sensor will attempt to search for a network for two minutes, after which it will time out. number on the back of the box, or the QR code label on the product (see below). Enter the 5-digit code. 5. The red LED will activate for 3 seconds to confirm the sensor has been added in the network. Secure the top cover into place. Manual Mode Battery Power 1. 2. Once the controller is ready to add your sensor, remove the top cover of the sensor. Ensure battery is installed with the correct polarity and the battery tab has been removed. 3. Press and release the programming button (see Figure 10). This starts the manual add process. The red LED will begin to flash quickly as it searches for a network. The sensor will attempt to search for a network for two minutes, Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certified controller to add the sensor in the Z-Wave network. after which it will time out. If it times out, the LED will stop flashing. Press and release the programming button again. 4. The red LED will continue to flash quickly after it locates a network the controllers app will indicate if it has discovered the sensor. If prompted by the controller to enter the S2 security code, refer to the QR code/security number on the back of the box, or the QR code label on the product (see below). Enter the 5-digit code. Figure 7 Figure 8 DSK : XXXXX
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-47752 5. The red LED will activate for 3 seconds to confirm the sensor has been added in the network. Secure the top cover into place. Note: your controller may need to be within 10 feet of the sensor to be added. Now you have complete control to activate groups, scenes, schedules and interactive automations when the sensor detects a leak. Functions may vary depending on gateway or controller. To remove the sensor from the Z-Wave network 1. 2. Once the controller is ready to remove your sensor, press and release the programming button on the sensor (see Figure 10) to Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certified controller to remove the sensor from the Z-Wave network. To return the sensor to factory defaults (will also remove sensor from Z-Wave network) 1. Press the programming button 10 times within 6 seconds (interval between presses of the button remove it from the network. The red LED will blink 5 times to indicate it has been removed. Secure the top cover into place. 3. cannot be longer than 1 second). 2. The red LED will activate for 2 seconds, followed by 3 quick flashes. This confirms the sensor has been reset. Secure the top cover into place. To replace battery 1. Remove the top cover (see Figure 7). 2. Remove old battery and replace with new battery. When installing new battery, ensure proper polarity. 3. Secure top cover. Figure 9 Figure 10 Z-WAVE INTEROPERABILITY This product can be included and operated in any Z-Wave network with other Z-Wave certified devices from other manufacturers and/or other applications. All non-battery operated nodes within the network will act as repeaters regardless of vendor to increase reliability of the network.