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Comprehensive EtherNet/IP gateway linking legacy devices and external networks to EtherNet/IP

The FieldServer EtherNet/IP gateway links legacy devices and systems using other protocols to EtherNet/IP networks. The extensive FieldServer driver library provides a wide range of interfacing EtherNet/IP to protocols for process control and building automation applications. Serial, Ethernet and fieldbus protocols are available such as ControlNet, Modbus, Profibus, LonWorks, BACnet, JCI Metasys and other protocols used on PLCs, fire alarm panels, HVAC devices, process controls, boilers, chillers and more. The FieldServer driver library has over 85 different protocols interfacing to over 300 different devices. Dual redundancy configuration is available for critical applications.

The configuration software provided with the FieldServer EtherNet/IP adapter enables the user to easily configure both the server and client sides of the gateway to meet specific monitoring and operational needs. Custom configuration services are also available from FieldServer. An embedded coprocessor protocol translator using EtherNet/IP is also available.

The EtherNet/IP gateway is available in three different versions depending upon the point count needs, serial ports needs, the number of devices being interfaced, etc. The FS-B20 Series includes one serial port (RS-232 or RS-485) plus the Ethernet (10BaseT) port. A LonWorks port is optional on the FS-B20 Series. The FS-B35 Series provides four serial ports, two Ethernet ports and a LonWorks port, making it ideal for larger applications requiring input from up to 4 different serial devices, each of which could have a different protocol. The 1000 point count capacity enables the integrator to use a single EtherNet/IP gateway for several devices. The FS-B40 Series provides 10 serial ports, 2 Ethernet ports and optionally ports for LonWorks, Profibus, ControlNet, and Modbus Plus. The FS-B40 Series is ideal for applications where the integrator must integrate a higher number of different devices and protocols to EtherNet/IP. The point count for the FS-B40 can be upgraded to 20,000.

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