{"id":1544,"date":"2025-08-11T14:36:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T14:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newboot.io\/?post_type=docs&#038;p=1544"},"modified":"2025-08-11T14:43:01","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T14:43:01","password":"","slug":"quickstart-guide","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/newboot.io\/index.php\/documentation\/quickstart-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Quickstart Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Newboot is engineered for rapid deployment and scalable industrial integration. Whether you&#8217;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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installation &amp; Deployment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Newboot supports three deployment architectures based on the scale and constraints of your environment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Standalone Mode<\/strong> \u2013 On-prem, air-gapped operations with local storage and dashboards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hybrid Mode<\/strong> \u2013 Edge processing with secure synchronization to cloud or central systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cluster Mode<\/strong> \u2013 Multi-node deployment for high availability and distributed orchestration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Deployment Steps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Select Edge Hardware<\/strong> Choose from our validated Lenovo hardware catalog (see 2.2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Install Newboot OS<\/strong> Flash the OS image to your edge gateway using a USB or remote provisioning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Power &amp; Network Configuration<\/strong> Connect to the field network and internet (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register Device<\/strong> Use the Newboot Webapp to identify and assign the device to a scope\/site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activate IoT Modules<\/strong> Enable protocol modules (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA) for data collection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Configure Tags<\/strong> Map and normalize variables for downstream applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visualize &amp; Stream Data<\/strong> View values in real time and forward data to AI pipelines or dashboards<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>All edge nodes include automatic update mechanisms, encrypted communication, failover recovery, and real-time observability tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Edge Hardware Reference: Lenovo Partnership<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Through our partnership with <strong>Lenovo<\/strong>, 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Model<\/th><th>CPU<\/th><th>RAM<\/th><th>Storage<\/th><th>Ideal Use Case<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>ThinkEdge SE10<\/strong><\/td><td>Intel Atom<\/td><td>4GB<\/td><td>64GB eMMC<\/td><td>Lightweight gateway for small assets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ThinkEdge SE30<\/strong><\/td><td>Intel Core i5\/i7<\/td><td>8\u201316GB<\/td><td>256GB\u20131TB SSD<\/td><td>Medium-load compute and filtering<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ThinkEdge SE50<\/strong><\/td><td>Intel Xeon<\/td><td>32\u201364GB<\/td><td>NVMe SSD<\/td><td>AI inference, advanced protocols<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ThinkEdge SE100<\/strong><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ThinkEdge SE350<\/strong><\/td><td>Intel Xeon D<\/td><td>64\u2013128GB<\/td><td>Dual NVMe + RAID<\/td><td>High-availability edge clusters<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcce Full Catalog: <a href=\"https:\/\/dcsc.lenovo.com\/#\/categories\/STG%40Servers%40Edge%20Servers\">Lenovo Edge Servers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Webapp Access &amp; Provisioning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Newboot Webapp is the user\u2019s main interface for edge configuration, monitoring, and management. It\u2019s a secure, responsive tool built for industrial teams to control all aspects of edge deployments from anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Device Setup<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When onboarding a new edge device, you will define:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Device Name<\/strong> \u2013 e.g., <code>Line2_Assembly_01<\/code><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scope<\/strong> \u2013 Defines the function or area (e.g., production, Manufacturing, R&amp;D, Energy, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Site<\/strong> \u2013 Assigns the device to a facility or global location (e.g., Paris Plant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This structure supports multi-site governance, remote provisioning, and simplified troubleshooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">IoT Module Configuration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the device is initialized, you configure its data acquisition modules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose a protocol (e.g., Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, Profinet, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter communication parameters (e.g., IP address, port, COM settings, credentials)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Define timing behavior (e.g., polling intervals, connection timeouts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply transformations or unit conversions if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Modules are containerized for isolation and resilience. You can stop, restart, or update them independently via the Webapp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tag Configuration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With the protocol connected, define your data tags (variables):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tag Name<\/strong> \u2013 A clear label (e.g., <code>Temperature<\/code>, <code>PowerPhaseL1<\/code>, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type<\/strong> \u2013 e.g., Float, Int, Boolean, String<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Source Address<\/strong> \u2013 Modbus register, OPC node ID, or camera feed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Units<\/strong> \u2013 \u00b0C, mA, kWh, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scaling Formula<\/strong> \u2013 For converting raw values to engineering values<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Polling Mode<\/strong> \u2013 Periodic, on-change, or event-triggered<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Metadata<\/strong> \u2013 Grouping, tags, description, and criticality levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Tags are auto-synced with digital twins and made available for dashboards, alerts, and ML models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Real-Time Visualization<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Immediately after tag configuration, the Webapp enables you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>View current values and status updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Display historical data, trends, and event timelines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organize assets by factory or line<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trigger alarms or visualize output thresholds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor system uptime, connectivity status, and logs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Visualization widgets include graphs, gauges, digital twins, event counters, and custom KPIs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Industrial Protocols Guide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Available Protocols<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Modbus TCP \/ RTU<\/strong> \u2013 For meters, HVAC, legacy PLCs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>OPC-UA \/ OPC-DA<\/strong> \u2013 Modern automation platforms and legacy SCADA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ethernet\/IP, EtherCAT<\/strong> \u2013 Real-time machine data from robotic or high-speed controllers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MQTT<\/strong> \u2013 Lightweight, cloud-ready messaging across edge and AI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Profinet \/ Profibus \/ Fieldbus<\/strong> \u2013 Seamless connection to Siemens and process systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bluetooth<\/strong> \u2013 Proximity-based devices and sensor tags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wi-Fi<\/strong> \u2013 For flexible or mobile data sources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>NB-IoT \/ LoRaWAN<\/strong> \u2013 Long-range wireless for remote equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>UWB<\/strong> \u2013 Ultra-wideband for precise indoor tracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RFID<\/strong> \u2013 Automated identification for materials and assets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RS232 \/ RS485 \/ Analog<\/strong> \u2013 Serial communications and analog signal reading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>TCP Socket<\/strong> \u2013 Custom low-level data protocols<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Database<\/strong> \u2013 Direct SQL from PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Image Protocols<\/strong> \u2013 ONVIF, RTSP, WebRTC, H.264 for vision AI and machine cameras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>HTTP\/HTTPS<\/strong> \u2013 Cloud APIs, webhooks, data scraping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File Watcher<\/strong> \u2013 Real-time monitoring of local or shared file systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custom Drivers<\/strong> \u2013 Built per project for specialized machines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All protocol modules support secure authentication, status monitoring, and customizable data models.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Newboot is engineered for rapid deployment and scalable industrial integration. 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