ecoNet smart grid gateways: ecoNet SL and ecoNet MSA
ecoNet smart grid gateways: ecoNet SL and ecoNet MSA, from Nexgrid, LLC, holds FIPS 140-2 certificate #1651 at overall level 2. The validation is historical: agencies may keep the module in existing systems but not buy it new. Below are its validation history, algorithm certificates and security policy, drawn from the NIST CMVP entry.
Certificate
| Certificate number | 1651 |
|---|---|
| Standard | FIPS 140-2 |
| Status | historical |
| Overall level | 2 |
| Module type | Hardware |
| Embodiment | Multi-chip standalone |
| Vendor | Nexgrid, LLC · website |
| Hardware versions | ENSL2, ENSL5 and ENMSA2 |
| Firmware versions | 3.1.2-FIPS |
Module description
Quoted from the NIST CMVP entry for this certificate.
ecoNet smart grid gateways provide the central link between intelligent endpoint devices and the Utility's backhaul or WAN enabling real time network control and monitoring.
Approved algorithms (7)
Other algorithms
Diffie-Hellman (key agreement; key establishment methodology provides between 112 and 224 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant less than 112 bits of encryption strength); RSA (key wrapping; key establishment methodology provides between 112 and 256 bits of encryption strength; non-compliant less than 112 bits of encryption strength)
Validation history
| Date | Type | Lab |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-01-05 | Initial | SAIC-VA |
Status timeline
As observed by this tracker's snapshots. NIST publishes no dates for list moves; observation began 2026-08-21, so earlier changes carry no date.
- 2026-08-21: first observed by this tracker, status historical
- Validation dates on record: 2012-01-05