The Cisco Connected Grid Device Manager is a network management application designed for industrial environments, particularly in utility and grid infrastructure contexts. It provides tools for configuring and monitoring Cisco's Connected Grid Routers (CGRs) and connected field devices through secure connections.

Key Features

CGR Configuration Management

• Reads and displays router configuration data
• Manages Firmware Audit Reports (FARs) for connected devices

Secure Connectivity

• Supports encrypted Ethernet connections
• Wireless management via WiFi links1

Troubleshooting Tools

• Diagnostic capabilities for field devices
• Deployment testing functionality

Benefits

Operational Efficiency

• Streamlines first-time device deployments1
• Enables remote monitoring of grid infrastructure

Security

• Encrypted communication channels for management

Maintenance Optimization

• Centralized firmware management
• Detailed device status reporting