--- title: SX-590-1402 product site - FIPS 140-2 cryptographic module description: SX-590-1402 is a serial device or Ethernet bridge intelligent module provides the easiest method to integrate wireless connectivity into embedded system. --- [![Silex Technology](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/silex/images/logo.svg "Silex Technology")](https://www.silextechnology.com/?hsLang=en-us) - [Connectivity Solutions](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions) - [Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions/software-services) - [Integration Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/de/software-service/integration-services) - [Customization Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/de/software-service/customization-services) - [Certification Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/software-service/global-certification-compliance) - [Applications](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-expertise) - [Medical ](https://www.silextechnology.com/medical) - [Transportation & Logistics](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-expertise/transportation-and-logistics) - [Factory Automation](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-expertise/factory-automation) - [Resources](https://www.silextechnology.com/resources) - [Resource Center](https://www.silextechnology.com/resources) - [Unwired Blog](https://www.silextechnology.com/unwired) - [Support Center](https://www.silextechnology.com/support) - [Security Center](https://www.silextechnology.com/security-center) - [Company](https://www.silextechnology.com/company) - [About Silex](https://www.silextechnology.com/company) - [Why Silex](https://www.silextechnology.com/why-silex) - [Technology Partnerships](https://www.silextechnology.com/why-silex/partner) - [News](https://www.silextechnology.com/unwired/topic/news) - [Careers](https://www.silextechnology.com/company/careers) [ Where to buy ](https://www.silextechnology.com/where-to-purchase?hsLang=en-us) [ Contact sales ](https://www.silextechnology.com/contact-us?hsLang=en-us) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ![Embedded](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/silex/image/Embedded.svg) [ Embedded Wireless Modules ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&hsLang=en-us) - [Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-7-80211be) - [Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-6e-80211ax) - [Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-6-80211ax) - [Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-5-80211ac) ![Copy of Product icons home (40 x 40 px) (2)](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Product%20icons%20home%20(40%20x%2040%20px)%20(2).svg) [ Platform & SOMs ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=platform--soms&hsLang=en-us) - [EP-200Q](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions/platform-and-soms/ep-200q) - [EP-200N](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions-platform-and-som-ep-200n) ![Network System Solutions](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/silex/image/Network%20System.svg) [ Network System Solutions ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&hsLang=en-us) - [Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=ethernet-to-wi-fi-bridge) - [USB/Serial Connectivity](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=usb-serial-connectivity) - [Wi-Fi HaLow Connectivity](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=wi-fi-halow-connectivity) - [Wi-Fi Access Points](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=wi-fi-access-points) - [Industrial Connectivity](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=industrial-connectivity) - [Wireless Monitoring](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=wireless-monitoring) #### NEW: EP-200N AMC Edge SoM. Powered by NXP® i.MX 95, delivering secure, safe and reliable connectivity for industrial and medical applications. ![EP-200N-01](https://www.silextechnology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EP-200N-01.png?width=100&height=100&name=EP-200N-01.png) [ Learn more ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions-platform-and-som-ep-200n?hsLang=en-us) # SX-590-1402 **802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Serial Device Server / Ethernet Wi-Fi bridge** The SX-590-1402 is Silex’s latest FIPS 140-2  high-performance Serial/Ethernet to Wi-Fi module that provides connectivity for low-power portable devices to 802.11 wireless local area networks (WLANS). - [Download product brief](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/141-20165-100%20SX-590-1402_Product_Brief%20(1).pdf?hsLang=en-us)   ![SX-590-1402 1](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Resources_Images/SX-590-220x2201.png) ![sx-590](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Resources_Images/sx-590.png) ### FIPS 140-2 Wi-Fi intelligent module with enterprise security The SX-590-1402 is Silex’s latest FIPS 140-2  high-performance Serial/Ethernet to Wi-Fi module that provides connectivity for low-power portable devices to 802.11 wireless local area networks (WLANS) allowing OEMs to take the "FIPS Inside" approach for FIPS product development.  Eliminating the need for the development of a wireless LAN driver and security supplicant, is ideal for minimizing upfront engineering investment and reducing time to market. The module has modular certifications for North America, Europe, and Japan, thus reducing certification costs. Features/Benefits **Intelligent FIPS Wi-Fi embedded module with RS-232 and ethernet interfaces** The SX-590-1402 is a  FIPS 140-2 cryptographic module. It adds a Wi-Fi interface to products aimed at US governmental facilities and agencies.    **Wireless communication compliant with FIPS 140-2 requirements** In FIPS 140-2 mode, Wi-Fi connection is established only through FIPS 140-2 certified WLAN authentication and WLAN data encryption with WPA2-PSK (AES). In addition, the end-to-end application security is established by TLS encryption. Firmware is securely stored in the device and secure boot protects the device from booting up with unauthorized firmware image.   **Low-power Wi-Fi embedded module** SX-590-1402 uses a low-power CPU, i.MX 6ULL, which reduces the overall system power consumption. It also supports additional power management features which help reduce power usage during periods of inactivity. **Various connectivity models** The SX-590-1402 supports various network connectivity models. **Serial connection over Wireless/Wired LAN** **Wi-Fi infrastructure mode** An embedded serial port can be accessed through a Wi-Fi access point. ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/image-png-Nov-03-2020-03-29-02-01-AM.png) **Wi-Fi access point mode** The SX-590-1402 adds accessibility to an embedded serial port as an access point. ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/image-png-Nov-03-2020-03-33-16-65-AM.png) **Wired LAN mode** The SX-590-1402 supports a 10Base-T / 100Base-T interface to access an embedded serial port. ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/image-png-Nov-03-2020-03-34-44-01-AM.png) **eCable mode** Embedded serial devices communicate with each other through SX-590-1402’s network interface. ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/image-png-Nov-03-2020-03-35-44-22-AM.png) **Wi-Fi adapter utilizing existing ethernet port** An Ethernet port on an SoC (System-on-Chip) can be converted to a Wi-Fi interface by the SX-590-1402 Ethernet to Wi-Fi bridge feature. ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/image-png-Nov-03-2020-03-36-58-79-AM.png) Specifications | **Model Number** | SX-590-1402 | | --- | --- | | **CPU** | NXP i.MX6ULL ARM Cortex-A7, 528MHz | | **Memory** | 32MB ROM/128MB DDR3 RAM | | **Radio Module** | SX-SDMAC (QCA9377-3) | | **Radio Specification** | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (1T x 1R) | | **Operating System** | Linux | | **Wi-Fi Security (in FIPS Mode)** | WPA2-PSK | | **Interfaces** | UART/Ethernet/GPIO/SDIO | | **Connector** | 50 pin connector DF 12-50DS-0.5V (86) (HIROSE) | | **Operating Voltage** | 5V +/- 5% | | **Operating Temperature** | -40 to +85 degrees C | | **Dimensions** | 55mm x 30mm x 9.25mm (W x H x D) | | **Modular Certifications** | FCC / IC / CE / MIC |   Documentation [SX-590-1402 Security Policy](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Resource%20PDF/140-00215-220A_SX-590-1402_Security_Policy_r7.pdf?hsLang=en-us) [SX-590-1402 User Guidance](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Resource%20PDF/140-00215-230A_SX-590-1402_User%20Guidance_r2.pdf?hsLang=en-us) [SX-590-1402 Cryptographic Officer Guidance Manual](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Resource%20PDF/140-00215-210A_SX-590-1402_FIPS140_Cryptographic%20Officer%20Guidance%20Manual_r2.pdf?hsLang=en-us)   Support **Software:** | Name | Revision | | --- | --- | | [SX-Finder](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Resource%20PDF/sx-finder-1-0.zip) | 1.0.0. |   **Warranty and RMA's** [Limited Warranty and RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) Policy](https://www.silextechnology.com/support/warranty-and-return-policy?hsLang=en-us) ### Additional resources ![white-paper-image](https://www.silextechnology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/SD-330AC-1402/white-paper-image.jpg?width=800&name=white-paper-image.jpg) What is FIPS 140-2 and TAA? 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