SMAR ENET-710, User Manual

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ENET-710
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ENET-710 MODULE
(Supports Hot Swap)
Overview
The ENET-710 is a data communications module that bridges Ethernet and Serial communication
networks. With the increasing importance of networking for industrial control/automation, the ENET-
710 module provides Ethernet-networked computers the ability to perform remote monitoring and
control of serial Modbus compatible industrial devices in the field as well as access to LC700 PLC
CPU modules and the CD600 Multi-Loop Controller. Up to seven clients can access the ENET-710
via Ethernet and communicate over one full-duplex RS-232C and four half-duplex RS-485
compatible serial ports to serial field devices. The module can be installed in the LC700
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) to receive power, or it can be operated in a stand-alone
fashion with an ex24VDC power source. There is also a redundant power supply mode
when using both power sources.
Fully compliant with Modbus/TCP, the ENET-710 implements bridging to the LC700 PLC CPU
module serial ports and other Modbus/RTU compatible devices enabling bi-directional
communication between clients on Ethernet and devices on a serial Modbus network. The module
also functions to offer data communications between Ethernet and the CD600 Multi-Loop Controller
with the CD600 configuration software.
The ENET-710 supports 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and serial speeds of up to 115,200 bps. The module
is easily configured over the Ethernet connection via a web page using a web browser. Access to
the configuration web page is username/password protected. The configuration web page gives the
user the ability to set up the serial ports, serial protocols, device addresses and timeouts, module IP
address, and a configuration username and password. All configuration data is stored in non-volatile
memory.
Figure 1 – ENET-710 Module