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m2s introduction

The m2s (machine to service) function is an integral part of m2v Plattform and enables secure, worldwide access to machines and systems in the field. It uses the OpenVPN protocol and certificate-based management to ensure a secure connection.

With m2s, the user has access to the machine network as if they were physically on site. Each router generates and manages its own dedicated service network within the m2s environment. This enables the networks to be separated down to process level, thus ensuring a high level of security.

Creation of service networks

Service networks cannot be created separately, but are created automatically when a new router is created. See Creating a router This process takes place in the Settings App

Visibility

The service network is visible:

  • In the portal app: VPN connections can be established here and the status of the VPN connection can be checked.
  • In the Settings app:** Service networks can be managed to a limited extent here.
  • In the m2s app:** Service networks can be fully managed here.
Tree in the m2s app

Workflow

graph LR

  A[create router<br>] --> B[route]
  B --> C[Service network is<br> automatically generated];
  D --> E[Access to machine]
  C -->|Assign user| D[VPN dial-in]