Owner's manual

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SECURITY FEATURES
Single-chip, physically secure coprocessor
for non-secure host
Arithmetic accelerator executes 1024-bit
public key cryptography in less than
1 second
Unresettable True Time Clock self-imposes
expiration dates and date/time stamping
Durable stainless steel case clearly shows
visual evidence of physical tampering
134 kbytes NV SRAM zeroes itself in
response to tampering or cooling below
-50°C
64 kbytes of ROM stores unalterable
validated firmware as Software ICs
Unique, factory-lasered 64-bit registration
number (8-bit family code + 48-bit serial
number + 8-bit CRC tester) assures absolute
traceability because no two parts are alike
Multi-drop controller supports multiple
iButtons on the same signal line for n-factor
security
Signal path to the chip is limited to the lid of
the iButton to enhance security
Communication protocol includes 16-bit
CRCs to insure error free packet transfers to
the buffer memory even with intermittent
connection
The iButton can be accessed while affixed to
a wearable accessory to lower the chance of
being lost or stolen
Only an authorized service provider can
install a transaction file which programs the
iButton for a specific application
The transaction file contains scripts that call
on tested pre-fabricated cryptographic
functions
Each file can be locked after installation so
that additional transaction files for new
services may be installed without
interference
GENERAL FEATURES
Overdrive mode boosts communication
speed from 16.3 kbits to 142 kbits per second
Operating temperature range from -20°C to
+70°C
Over 5 years of data retention
Timing accuracy better than ± 4
minutes/month at 25°C
Button shape is insensitive to angular
orientation and self-aligning with the Dot
receptor
The iButton is easily affixed with self-stick
adhesive backing, latched by its flange, or
locked with a ring pressed onto its rim
Mechanical specification and 1-Wire
®
communication follow the iButton Book Of
Standards
SUPPORT
Script tool kit speeds the development of
applications such as micro cash meters or
stored value purses
Adapters for LPT port (parallel), COM Port
(serial), ETHERNET (10-base-T), or USB
connectivity
F5 MICROCAN
All dimensions are shown in millimeters.
6.25
GROUND
DATA
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0.51
16.25
17.27
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DS1957
Cryptographic Java-Powered iButton
TM
www.iButton.com

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