Unidirectional Gateway - Waterfall Flip
The Waterfall FLIP is a type of Unidirectional Gateway whose orientation can be physically reversed, enabling safe scheduled updates to OT networks without the vulnerabilities firewalls always introduce. The FLIP is deployed to routinely provide safe updates for the OT network such as operating system updates, updating antivirus signatures, uploading batch productions orders, and security updates.
Reversing the FLIP is possible by either physically pushing a button on the device, or by physically connecting to the management port and scheduling reversals.
How it works
Connect
To a wide variety of industrial data sources
Protect
The OT network with hardware-enforced technology
Replicate
OT data, servers and devices to the IT network in real time
Reverse
Orientation periodically for safe updates of OT systems
Benefits
Real-time monitoring with safe updates
Disciplined, scheduled, secure updates to unidirectionally-protected networks
Defeats online cyber attacks
Reducing down-time, equipment damage, environmental & public safety incidents and ensuring operational continuity by preventing cyber attacks
Extensive connector library
Assures compatibility with industrial data sources, even in complex fleet-wide deployments
Self contained
Network appliance with a simple web-based user interface, without the need to install hosts or software on industrial or IT networks
Unlimited connectivity
Enables safe vendor monitoring, secure remote access and real-time enterprise-wide visibility into operations
Safe IT/OT integration
Provides the benefits of IT/OT integration, without the risks of firewalled IT/OT connectivity
Features
Hardware is modular, flexible, and user-serviceable
1Gbps standard throughput
Guaranteed unidirectional – can never send both ways at once
Front panel cabinet connections for clear system visibility
Compatible with Waterfall’s large library of off-the-shelf connectors
Flexible connector hosting supporting all major operating systems
Technical specifications
Dimensions
43.5(W), 76(D), 4.36(H) cm 1U standard rackmount
Power
110-240V AC, 50-60 Hz
Weight
9.2 kg
Network Interfaces
4 x 1Gbps
Temperature
Operating: +23° +113 ° F / -5° +45° C | Storage: -40° +158° F / -40° +70° C
Certification & Compliance
EMC
EN 55032, EN 55035, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, FCC Part 15 Subpart B
Safety
EN/IEC/UL 62368-1
Environmental
ETSI EN 300 019-2-2
