❓ Cogito FAQs
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Cogito FAQs

System Overview


1. Lid Open or Closed

Do the kits work with the lid closed?

Yes. All currently available kits (Sentry, Scout, Wanderer, Wanderer Pro, APEX, ARCS) operate with the lid either open or closed.

Key Benefits:

  • No performance degradation observed during testing
  • No signal obstruction observed for Starlink


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Networking and Connectivity


2. SD-WAN

How does SD-WAN work?

SD-WAN uses software to intelligently route traffic across multiple connections, such as cellular or satellite, automatically selecting the best path to maintain performance and reliability.

Key Capabilities:

  • Works over public and private networks
  • Vendor-agnostic and not locked into a single provider
  • Supports self-hosting
  • Enables edge compute capabilities

Key Benefits:

  • Improves reliability by dynamically routing traffic
  • Optimizes performance across available connections

3. Wi-Fi vs. Wired Connectivity

What’s the difference, and when should each be used?

Wi-Fi enables rapid, flexible deployment, while wired connections provide more stable and consistent performance for critical systems.

Key Capabilities:

  • Wi-Fi supports mobile users and quick setup
  • Wired connections support fixed, high-reliability systems
  • PoE delivers power and data over a single cable

Key Benefits:

  • Enables both mobility and stability within the same deployment
  • Reduces infrastructure requirements with PoE

4. Voice Communications and PoE Capabilities

How are phone systems supported?

Voice communications are supported using Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing devices to receive both power and data through a single cable.

Key Capabilities:

  • Supports SIP phone deployment
  • Enables shared or community phone access points
  • Operates without requiring separate power sources

Key Benefits:

  • Simplifies setup in remote environments
  • Maintains voice capability in limited infrastructure scenarios


Operational Use


5. Applications

How and where is it used?

Our systems are deployed in mission-critical environments including utilities, first responders, emergency management teams, healthcare coalitions, and 911 centers.

Key Capabilities:

  • Rapid deployment in remote or disaster-affected areas
  • Backup and redundant communications
  • Mobile command center support
  • Traffic prioritization based on mission needs

Key Benefits:

  • Ensures continuity of operations in critical scenarios
  • Adapts to different operational requirements

6. “Blue Sky Day” Usage (Non-Emergency Operations)

Can these systems be used outside of emergencies?

Yes. These systems are used for planned operations, training, and day-to-day deployments.

Key Capabilities:

  • Supports training exercises and drills
  • Enables planned field deployments
  • Provides connectivity for temporary or remote use

Key Benefits:

  • Maximizes system utilization
  • Allows teams to train on real-world equipment


Security


7. Security

How is data secured?

Systems are designed with built-in security to protect communications without requiring complex configuration.

Key Capabilities:

  • Out-of-the-box VPN tunnels
  • Bondix encryption for data in transit
  • Secure-by-default configuration

Key Benefits:

  • Protects data from interception
  • Maintains security across public networks
  • Enables rapid, secure deployment


NHC 2026


  1. Mesh integration 

  2. How does it work with volcanic ash - other elements 

    1. graceful degradation 

  3. Firmware updates from summer of 2025 - 

    1. Power on - leave it out and get updates even if you don't have service 

  4. Can you provide custom mounts? 

    1. Yes - fixed solutions, magnetic mount solutions, suction cups.