Command Network Module
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The Command Network Module or CNM, is a communication device utilized by the United Nations Space Command, commonly adopted as an external helmet attachment.[1]
Overview[edit]
Design details[edit]
The Command Network Module allows users to communicate and synchronize with the UNSC battle network in real-time.[2] As such, modules tend to be designated with the "BNR" suffix (meaning "battlenet relay"), which implies they also serve a relay for the UNSC battle network.[3] The connection to the battlenet can be further enhanced by integrating a Hardened Uplink to the CNM.[4]
Usage[edit]
Different Command Network Modules have been observed across branches and ranks within the UNSC, including UNSC Army troopers, Orbital Drop Shock Troopers, and Spartans.[5]
After the Human-Covenant War, built-in CNM suites have been integrated to the helmets of the [GEN2] variants of the Commando-class,[2] the MP-class Mjolnir,[6] and the INTRUDER-class Mjolnir.[7] However, certain Command Network Modules are still external attachments, like the fifth-generation AN/PCK-440 FASCINATOR module on the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor [GEN3] armor.[4]
Known modules[edit]
The CNM has multiple observed modules, each with its own distinct physical appearance.
AN/PCK-221 FARNDALE[edit]
The AN/PCK-221 FARNDALE is an uplink co-processor manufactured by the Watershed Division, allowing real-time access to Office of Naval Intelligence Military Intelligence (ONI MILINT) data vaults.[8][Note 1] The FARNDALE module resembles a cube, and can be worn on either side of the helmet.[9] Its adoption is reserved for personnel employing the Recon helmet during sensitive operations.[10] The FARNDALE module is susceptible to corruption from the Flood, which can hijack the module, giving the Flood's distributed intelligence access to real time information from the module.[11]
The FARNDALE module has been observed to be compatible with the following helmets:
- Mjolnir Mark V [B][9]
- CQB[9]
- CQC[9]
- EOD[9]
- EVA[8]
- Grenadier[8]
- HAZOP[12]
- ODST[13]
- Operator[9]
- Recon[10]
- Scout[8]
- Security[9]
- Wrath
AN/PCK-440 FASCINATOR[edit]
The AN/PCK-440 FASCINATOR is a fifth-generation Command Network Module typically employed by members of the UNSC special forces. Manufactured by the Watershed Division, the AN/PCK-440 resembles its predecessor, the AN/PCK-221.[4] The FASCINATOR module has been observed to be compatible with the following helmets:[4]
AN/PZY-6011Y TYPHON[edit]
Manufactured by Beweglichkeitsrüstungsysteme, the AN/PZY-6011Y TYPHON model augments the situational images for upper-echelon command intelligence analysis.[14] The TYPHON module is standard issue to UNSC Special Forces unit commanders.[15] It features two circular sensors, and can be worn on either side of the helmet.[16][17][18] A Command Network Module-Improved (CNM-I) utilizing the TYPHON variant has been observed on the HAZOP-class Mjolnir helmet.[19]
The TYPHON module has been observed to be compatible with the following helmets:
- Air Assault[20]
- CH252 helmet[5]
- Commando[14]
- EOD[15]
- EVA[15]
- EVA [C][14]
- Grenadier[14]
- HAZOP[19]
- Mark V[15]
- Mjolnir Mark V [B][14]
- Mark VI[14]
- Military Police[18]
- Nightfall[21]
- ODST[20]
- Recon[14]
- Scout[14]
- Security[17]
ODST-CNM[edit]
The ODST-CNM is a specialized module of the CNM employed by the ODSTs. One was employed by Edward Buck during the Battle of Mombasa.[22][23]
In-game information[edit]
The CNM serves as a cosmetic option and has no impact on gameplay.
Halo: Reach[edit]
The TAC/RS/STARLIGHT attachment, identified as a CNM in Halo: Reach, and the FARNDALE module are available as attachments on several helmets in the armor permutations of Halo: Reach. The device is priced at different levels of Credits, depending on the base helmets. In Halo: The Master Chief Collection, the same CNM-attached helmets are unlockable in Season 1: Noble.
![The STARLIGHT CNM on the Operator helmet.[Note 3]](https://halo.wiki.gallery/images/thumb/2/28/HR_Operator_CNM_Helmet_Icon.png/120px-HR_Operator_CNM_Helmet_Icon.png)
The STARLIGHT CNM on the Operator helmet.[Note 3]
The TYPHON CNM on the EVA helmet.
![The STARLIGHT CNM on the Operator helmet.[Note 3]](/File:HR_Operator_CNM_Helmet_Icon.png){kind=icon}
Halo Infinite[edit]
CNM attachments are available as customization options in Halo Infinite. The release of Halo Infinite was accompanied by a series of retcons, with a CNM being re-designated into the TAC/RS/STARLIGHT attachment, while the standard HUL module being re-designated into the CNM/BNR/FARNDALE.
Mark VII core[edit]
| Helmet Attachment | Manufacturer | Lore | Compatible Helmets | Rarity | Unlock Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CNM(5)/BNR/FASCINATOR |
Watershed Division | Known to ONI by the codename "FASCINATOR", the AN/PCK-440 "pick four-forty" is a fifth-generation hardened uplink rarely seen outside of UNSC special forces. |
|
Rare | Purchase "Bullet Time" Bundle from the Shop for 500 cR |
Mark V [B] core[edit]
| Helmet Attachment | Manufacturer | Lore | Compatible Helmets | Rarity | Unlock Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CNM/BNR/FARNDALE |
Watershed Division | More formally known as the AN/PCK-221, this uplink co-processor allows real-time access to ONI MILINT data vaults. |
|
Rare | Purchase "Reach Operator Pack" Bundle from the Shop for 1,000 cR |
 CNM/BNR/TYPHON |
Beweglichkeitsrüstungsysteme | The AN/PZY-6011Y TYPHON Command Network Module (CNM) augments the situational "picture" for upper-echelon command intelligence analysis. |
|
Rare | Purchase "Reach Jump Jet Pack" Bundle from the Shop for 700 cR |
 Defiled FARNDALE |
The Flood | Corrupted technology feeding real time information to the Flood's distributed intelligence. |
|
Legendary | Purchase "Blighter" Bundle from the Shop for 2,000 cR |
Production notes[edit]
- During the Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta, the Mark V[B] helmet had a CNM upgrade available, though the CNM resembled a sun visor which extended above the visor. The device cost 2,000 cR, but was cut from the final game.
- During the Halo: Reach Multiplayer Beta, the CNM on the CQC helmet, along with UA attachment on the Mark V[B] helmet, was mislabeled as a HUL. The FARNDALE variant on the Military Police helmet, however, was correctly labelled "CNM".
- In the final release of Halo: Reach, two mislabeled helmet attachments involved the CNM:
- The FARNDALE CNM variant, originally identified as a HUL in Halo: Reach, mislabeled as a CNM on the EVA[C] helmet.
- The TAC/RS/STARLIGHT attachment, originally identified as CNM variant in Halo: Reach, was mislabeled as the UA/HUL-I on the Mark VI helmet.
- Although the ODST armor/HVY armor in the Halo 3 portion of Halo: The Master Chief Collection was based on the armor worn by Victor Ramos in Halo: Fireteam Raven, Ramos's helmet did not employ the UA and CNM attachments in Halo: Fireteam Raven.
Gallery[edit]
An UNSC Army trooper employing the TYPHON CNM on her helmet in Halo: Reach.
The TYPHON CNM on the ODST armor/HVY helmet in Halo 3 component of Halo: The Master Chief Collection.
A CNM-like device on the side of Marcus Hudson's helmet in Halo: Fireteam Raven.
A GEN3 Mark VII-clad Spartan-IV with a CNM(5)/BNR/Fascinator helmet attachment in Halo Infinite.
Concept art of the Defiled Farndale helmet attachment.
List of appearances[edit]
- Halo 3 (Halo: The Master Chief Collection-only)
- Halo 3: ODST (First appearance)
- Remember Reach
- Halo: Reach
- Halo: Fireteam Raven
- Halo 5: Guardians
- Halo Infinite
Notes[edit]
- ^ The FARNDALE module was introduced in Halo: Reach as a HUL module. It was retconned into a CNM and re-designated as "CNM/BNR/FARNDALE" in Halo Infinite Season 01: Heroes of Reach.
- ^ The in-game options in Halo: Reach Armory erroneously refer to the standard HUL attachment on EVA[C] as "CNM" and "HUL[3]".
- ^ The STARLIGHT module was introduced in Halo: Reach as a Command Network Module. It was retconned into a RS module and re-designated as "TAC/RS/STARLIGHT" in Halo Infinite Season 01: Heroes of Reach.
Sources[edit]
- ^ Halo: Reach, Armory
- ^ a b Halo 5: Guardians, Spartan Appearance Customization: Commando Description "COMMANDO armor features an integrated Command Network Module (CNM) for real-time synchronization with the UNSC battlenet."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: HUL[5X]/BNR/ECHELON - Helmet Attachment Description "High-power battlenet relay with the latest in electronic counter-countermeasures (ECCM) to "burn" through active jamming and signal flooding techniques employed by Insurrection and Covenant remnant forces."
- ^ a b c d Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: CNM[5]/BNR/FASCINATOR - Helmet Attachment Description "Known to ONI by the codename "FASCINATOR", the AN/PCK-440 "pick four-forty" is a fifth-generation hardened uplink rarely seen outside of UNSC special forces."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach, Campaign models
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, Spartan Appearance Customization: Military Police Helmet Description "Previously available only to Beta-5 security teams and select Army rapid-reaction forces, Military Police helmets have found a home with Spartan-IV fireteams that require its hardened uplink, command network module, and remote sensor controller."
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, Spartan Appearance Customization: Intruder Description "The INTRUDER helmet features a full-featured Command Network Module and multi-channel drone controller. The drone controller interfaces directly with Unified Ground Command (UNICOM) kill box management and aerospace deconfliction systems."
- ^ a b c d Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: CNM/BNR/FARNDALE - Helmet Attachment Description "More formally known as the AN/PCK-221, this uplink co-processor allows real-time access to ONI MILINT data vaults."
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo: Reach, Armory: Mark V[B], CQC, EOD, Operator, EVA, Security & CQB - UA/HUL Helmet Descriptions "Up-armored variant with hardened uplink module for MILINT acquisition."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: Recon - HUL Helmet Description "External hardened uplink for MILINT acquisition; reserved for sensitive OPs."
- ^ Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: Defiled FARNDALE - Helmet Attachment Description "Corrupted technology feeding real time information to the Flood's distributed intelligence."
- ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: HAZOP - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description "For operations in extremely hazardous environments; hardened uplink module."
- ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: ODST - CBRN/HUL Helmet Description "For operations in hazard zones; hardened uplink module."
- ^ a b c d e f g h Halo Infinite, Armor Hall: CNM/BNR/TYPHON - Helmet Attachment Description "The AN/PZY-6011Y TYPHON Command Network Module (CNM) augments the situational "picture" for upper-echelon command intelligence analysis."
- ^ a b c d Halo: Reach, Armory: EOD, Operator, EVA, and Mark V - CNM Helmet Descriptions "Command network module; standard issue to UNSC Special Forces unit commanders"
- ^ Halo: Reach, Armory: Grenadier - UA/FC Helmet Descriptions "Up-armored variant with command network and external uplink modules."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: Security - CBRN/CNM Helmet Descriptions "For operations in hazard zones; command network module."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: Military Police and CQB - HU/RS/CNM Helmet Descriptions "Hardened uplink/remote sensor package with command network module."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: HAZOP - CNM-I Helmet Description "Command network module-Improved; upgraded variant of the standard issue CNM unit."
- ^ a b Halo: Reach, Armory: ODST and Air Assault - UA/CNM Helmet Descriptions "Up-armored variant with Command network module"
- ^ Halo 5: Guardians, Nightfall in-game model
- ^ Halo 3: ODST, Edward Buck's in-game model
- ^ Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 26
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