Newboot is engineered for rapid deployment and scalable industrial integration. Whether you’re starting with a single edge device or orchestrating dozens across facilities worldwide, the platform provides a standardized and secure approach to setting up hardware, configuring data pipelines, and accessing insights in real time.
This section walks you through the deployment of Newboot in an operational environment, from hardware selection to data streaming, with a strong emphasis on standardization, repeatability, and simplicity.
Installation & Deployment #
Newboot supports three deployment architectures based on the scale and constraints of your environment:
- Standalone Mode – On-prem, air-gapped operations with local storage and dashboards
- Hybrid Mode – Edge processing with secure synchronization to cloud or central systems
- Cluster Mode – Multi-node deployment for high availability and distributed orchestration
Deployment Steps #
- Select Edge Hardware Choose from our validated Lenovo hardware catalog (see 2.2)
- Install Newboot OS Flash the OS image to your edge gateway using a USB or remote provisioning
- Power & Network Configuration Connect to the field network and internet (if applicable)
- Register Device Use the Newboot Webapp to identify and assign the device to a scope/site
- Activate IoT Modules Enable protocol modules (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA) for data collection
- Configure Tags Map and normalize variables for downstream applications
- Visualize & Stream Data View values in real time and forward data to AI pipelines or dashboards
All edge nodes include automatic update mechanisms, encrypted communication, failover recovery, and real-time observability tools.
Edge Hardware Reference: Lenovo Partnership #
Through our partnership with Lenovo, Newboot supports a wide range of rugged and scalable edge devices, from lightweight gateways to AI-ready servers. These devices are tested under harsh industrial conditions and optimized for long-term deployments.
| Model | CPU | RAM | Storage | Ideal Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ThinkEdge SE10 | Intel Atom | 4GB | 64GB eMMC | Lightweight gateway for small assets |
| ThinkEdge SE30 | Intel Core i5/i7 | 8–16GB | 256GB–1TB SSD | Medium-load compute and filtering |
| ThinkEdge SE50 | Intel Xeon | 32–64GB | NVMe SSD | AI inference, advanced protocols |
| ThinkEdge SE100 | ||||
| ThinkEdge SE350 | Intel Xeon D | 64–128GB | Dual NVMe + RAID | High-availability edge clusters |
📎 Full Catalog: Lenovo Edge Servers
Webapp Access & Provisioning #
The Newboot Webapp is the user’s main interface for edge configuration, monitoring, and management. It’s a secure, responsive tool built for industrial teams to control all aspects of edge deployments from anywhere.
Device Setup #
When onboarding a new edge device, you will define:
- Device Name – e.g.,
Line2_Assembly_01 - Scope – Defines the function or area (e.g., production, Manufacturing, R&D, Energy, etc.)
- Site – Assigns the device to a facility or global location (e.g., Paris Plant)
This structure supports multi-site governance, remote provisioning, and simplified troubleshooting.
IoT Module Configuration #
Once the device is initialized, you configure its data acquisition modules:
- Choose a protocol (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, Profinet, etc.)
- Enter communication parameters (e.g., IP address, port, COM settings, credentials)
- Define timing behavior (e.g., polling intervals, connection timeouts)
- Apply transformations or unit conversions if needed
Modules are containerized for isolation and resilience. You can stop, restart, or update them independently via the Webapp.
Tag Configuration #
With the protocol connected, define your data tags (variables):
- Tag Name – A clear label (e.g.,
Temperature,PowerPhaseL1, etc.) - Type – e.g., Float, Int, Boolean, String
- Source Address – Modbus register, OPC node ID, or camera feed
- Units – °C, mA, kWh, etc.
- Scaling Formula – For converting raw values to engineering values
- Polling Mode – Periodic, on-change, or event-triggered
- Metadata – Grouping, tags, description, and criticality levels
Tags are auto-synced with digital twins and made available for dashboards, alerts, and ML models.
Real-Time Visualization #
Immediately after tag configuration, the Webapp enables you to:
- View current values and status updates
- Display historical data, trends, and event timelines
- Organize assets by factory or line
- Trigger alarms or visualize output thresholds
- Monitor system uptime, connectivity status, and logs
Visualization widgets include graphs, gauges, digital twins, event counters, and custom KPIs.
Industrial Protocols Guide #
Newboot supports a wide library of industrial protocols, enabling integration with virtually all types of OT equipment. These modules can be deployed individually, chained together, or customized per site.
Available Protocols #
- Modbus TCP / RTU – For meters, HVAC, legacy PLCs
- OPC-UA / OPC-DA – Modern automation platforms and legacy SCADA
- Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT – Real-time machine data from robotic or high-speed controllers
- MQTT – Lightweight, cloud-ready messaging across edge and AI
- Profinet / Profibus / Fieldbus – Seamless connection to Siemens and process systems
- Bluetooth – Proximity-based devices and sensor tags
- Wi-Fi – For flexible or mobile data sources
- NB-IoT / LoRaWAN – Long-range wireless for remote equipment
- UWB – Ultra-wideband for precise indoor tracking
- RFID – Automated identification for materials and assets
- RS232 / RS485 / Analog – Serial communications and analog signal reading
- TCP Socket – Custom low-level data protocols
- Database – Direct SQL from PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, etc.
- Image Protocols – ONVIF, RTSP, WebRTC, H.264 for vision AI and machine cameras
- HTTP/HTTPS – Cloud APIs, webhooks, data scraping
- File Watcher – Real-time monitoring of local or shared file systems
- Custom Drivers – Built per project for specialized machines
All protocol modules support secure authentication, status monitoring, and customizable data models.
