MCIS Terms Flashcards

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.