The X9 Domain I/O Controllers interface with critical components in a tactical cross domain solution, where each domain has different security protection profiles. The Domain I/O Controllers facilitate information sharing across multiple domains: Red, Black, and Landing Zone.

The Domain I/O Controllers leverage all the benefits of GMS’s X9 SPIDER™ platform: the ultra-small, fully rugged, modular and interlocking enclosures with patented cooling technology for extended temperature and long life, as well as distributed computing centered on the 40 Gbps industry-standard Thunderbolt™ 4 technology.

X9 Domain I/O Controllers are part of the GMS SecureDNA™ cyber solution. Modules have (up to) three-stage sanitization and include hardware and software elements. Drives and other smart devices can be sanitized and a “normally closed” intruder daisy chain can initiate SecureDNA™ if a cable is cut or disconnected, or if a drive is removed. With additional elements, SecureDNA™ can operate with no external power supply(ies).

The GMS Domain I/O Controller is an integral part of a cross-domain system consisting of: Landing Zone, Red, and Black. Designed for use with a hardware cross-domain device (such as GD-MS TACDS^®) and Type 1 encryptor (such as GD-MS TACLANE^®), the Domain I/O realizes multiple cyber capabilities. For Ground applications, the push-to-talk (PTT) and MIL STD 1553 interfaces are ideal for armored vehicles. For Airborne, the Starlink™/Starshield™ SATCOM interface and Common Access Card allow data access via Link-16 and JREAP as part of JADC2. In Shipboard installations, long-haul fiber interfaces allow Distributed Computing Architecture X9 Spider connectivity while saving weight. The Domain I/O controller is modular inside and can realize myriad security functions and custom hardware or I/O capabilities.

The X9 Domain I/O Controller is available in three pre-packaged configurations.