MCIS Terms Flashcards

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What are the characteristics of GBS?

One-way, Lowest level - BN

What are the 3 segments of GBS?

Transmit (TIP/PIP) (Satellite Broadcast Manager - SBM) (correct)

Space (Ku/Ka) (correct)

Receive (RBM) (correct)

None of the above

What does a GMR provide?

Global Broadcast Mission Requests allow a user to initiate, add, delete, or change a request to use GBS.

What is used to see content with GBS?

IRD (Integrated Receiver Decoder) and Amino (video converter) Signup and view all the answers

What does CPOF stand for?

Command Post of the Future Signup and view all the answers

What is the latest version of CPOF?

MC13 Signup and view all the answers

What type of cable is used for CPOF Backup Server?

Crossover cable Signup and view all the answers

What does CPOF prove?

Situational Awareness at the BN to Corps Signup and view all the answers

What is the DataBridge Server?

It converts the Java language of CPOF to XML. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Mid Tier Server provide?

Caching between workstations and the Master Repository. Signup and view all the answers

How many users can a Master Repository Server support?

300-500 Signup and view all the answers

How many users can a MidTier Server support?

50 Signup and view all the answers

What are the common VLANs?

VLAN 58 - Voice Signup and view all the answers

How many components are in MCIS?

11 Signup and view all the answers

Describe DDS.

Data Dissemination Server, Data Exchange Gateway, Heart of MCIS, Unsolicited Advertisements, Peer to peer, Interoperability service. Signup and view all the answers

Describe GCCS-A.

Global Command & Control System - Army. Signup and view all the answers

Describe FBCB2/JCR.

Provides situational awareness and command and control messages. Signup and view all the answers

Describe CPOF.

Integrates from MCIS to see near real-time collaborative operations. Signup and view all the answers

Describe DCGS-A.

Distributed Common Ground System - Army. Signup and view all the answers

Describe S2MC.

Sustainment Service Mission Command, New name for BCS3, Logical Tool Kit. Signup and view all the answers

Describe AMDWS.

Air and Missile Defense Workstation, command and control for air and missile defense, Mission Planning. Signup and view all the answers

Describe TAIS.

Tactical Airspace Integration System, Airspace command and control. Signup and view all the answers

What is FDS?

Fire Direct Support. Signup and view all the answers

Describe DTSS.

Digital Topographic Support System, provides hard/soft copy maps. Signup and view all the answers

What does IMETS stand for?

Integrated Meteorological System. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two exchange layers of the tactical internet?

Upper Tier Signup and view all the answers

How many active conferences can you have at one time?

8 Signup and view all the answers

What are the 7 major components of CPOF?

Master Repository Server, Backup Server, DataBridge Server, Mid-Tier, VoIP Server, Remote Admin Server, Search Server. Signup and view all the answers

Which CPOF Server would help with remote troubleshooting?

Remote Admin Server. Signup and view all the answers

What is the single point of failure between CPOF and MCIS?

DataBridge Server. Signup and view all the answers

Should the CPOF backup server be started first?

True Signup and view all the answers

What does the KGV-72 PED do on the BFT network?

Encrypts/decrypts data - allowing it to process secret information. Signup and view all the answers

What does FBCB2/JCR stand for?

Force XXI Battle Command, Brigade and Below Joint Capability Release. Signup and view all the answers

Is the RT1981/V interchangeable with the MT 2011?

False Signup and view all the answers

Does the FBCB2 use Databases instead of Datasets?

False Signup and view all the answers

Does the FBCB2 have the ability to send/receive C2?

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

GBS Characteristics and Segments

GBS operates as a one-way communication system.
It is classified as the lowest level in the Battle Network (BN).
Three segments of GBS include Transmit (TIP/PIP), Space (Ku/Ka), and Receive (RBM).

Global Broadcast Mission Requests

GMR allows users to manage broadcast usage requests, including initiation, addition, deletion, or modifications, pending approval by the Satellite Broadcast Manager (SBM).
Key equipment for accessing GBS content includes the Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD) and Amino video converter.

CPOF Overview

CPOF stands for Command Post of the Future.
The latest version of CPOF is MC13.
CPOF enhances situational awareness from Battalion to Corps level and uses a physical backup server connected to a repository via a crossover cable.

DataBridge Server

Serves as a converter between CPOF and DDS, transforming Java to XML data formats.

Mid Tier Server Functions

The Mid Tier Server ensures caching between workstations and the Master Repository, handling load balancing, and bandwidth utilization.

User Capacity for Servers

The Master Repository Server supports 300-500 users.
The Mid Tier Server supports up to 50 users.

Common VLANs

VLAN designations include INC (5), WIN-T (6), Voice (58), Data (59), and Management (222).

MCIS Components

MCIS comprises 11 components including DDS, FBCB2/JCR, CPOF, GCCS-A, DCGS-A, S2MC, TAIS, DTSS, IMETS, FDS, and AMDWS.

Specific System Descriptions

DDS is the Data Dissemination Server, facilitating data exchange and interoperability.
GCCS-A is the Global Command & Control System for the Army, integrating data from multiple military branches.
FBCB2/JCR provides situational awareness and command and control communications.

Additional System Functions

DCGS-A delivers common ground system capabilities; S2MC is now called Sustainment Service Mission Command; AMDWS focuses on air and missile defense command.

Communication Systems

TAIS integrates tactical airspace communication, while FDS supports fire direct missions.
IMETS provides integrated meteorological data.

Tactical Internet Components

ITNE's five functional components include radio platforms, waveform applications, network management systems, ancillary devices, and mission command application management.

IP Address Designation

IP format follows a structure indicating the branch, division, TOC, and node within the TOC.

Lightweight Data Interchange Format (LDIF)

LDIF is crucial for establishing system roles, URNs, and IP addresses within military communication structures.

CPOF Server Architecture

Key servers supporting CPOF include the Master Repository Server, Backup Server, DataBridge Server, and others facilitating data handling and remote troubleshooting.

C2 Processes and Data Security

C2R acts as a central repository for dissemination with TS3 providing security.
NRTS assists in data deconfliction to avoid duplicate entries within DDS, utilizing correlated blue data for efficiency.

Mission Command Support Centers (MCSCs)

MCSCs are located in Aberdeen Proving Ground and Fort Carson, comprising Radiant Mercury, Communications Control Server, Enhanced Information Server, and Inter-Bridge Server.

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Test your knowledge on key MCIS terms related to Global Broadcast Service (GBS) with these flashcards. Each card covers important characteristics, segments, and mission requests of GBS. Perfect for students and professionals looking to enhance their understanding of GBS terminology.