Overview
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Hardware Reference Guide - NX-Series NetLinx Integrated Controllers
Case Sensitive File System
Unlike the NI-Series controllers, all file names on the X-Series controllers are case sensitive. This includes all
user files created or used within NetLinx or Java code.
USB Program Port
The X-Series controllers utilize a true USB port for configuration and programming via a connected PC.
USB Firmware Upgrade
All X-Series controllers support firmware upgrades via a USB solid-state drive. Selecting the desired .kit file
and initiating the upgrade are done from telnet.
USB Program Download
All X-Series controllers support loading NetLinx program files via a USB solid-state drive. Selecting the
desired .tkn file and initiating the upload are done from telnet.
USB Logging
If a USB storage device is connected via an X-Series controller’s USB port it can be used to store a log of
system status messages.
Copy and Clone Configuration
On any X-Series controller, configuration information can be exported to and imported from a USB storage
device. There are two different levels of configuration export: “COPY” and “CLONE”. See the
NX Series
NetLinx Integrated Controllers WebConsole & Programming Guide
for information on using the EXPORT
CONFIG and EXPORT CLONE telnet commands.
Difference in DEFINE_PROGRAM Program Execution
Due to differences in the underlying architecture of the X-Series masters, changing variables in the
DEFINE_PROGRAM section of code can negatively impact program performance.
External SD Card Slot (NX-3200 and NX-4200 only)
The external SD card slot in the NX-3200 and NX-4200 is for future use. Until firmware is available that
supports the use of an external SD card, it is recommended that the card slot be left empty.
Redundant Power Source (NX-4200 only)
The NX-4200 can be powered either with a connection to the main AC power (110/220VAC) or from an
external 12V DC power supply.
Power Button (NX-4200 only)
The NX-4200 includes a momentary button on the front panel that can be used to turn on and off the unit.
Front Panel LCD Status Display (NX-4200 only)
The NX-4200 includes a 2-line by 20-character display on the front panel to display status information. The
toggle switch next the display scrolls through a fixed list of information about the unit and its current
configuration.
4-Port PoE ICSLAN Switch (NX-4200 only)
The NX-4200 includes four ICSLAN connection ports via a built-in 4-port switch. When powered by an AC
source, the NX-4200 can supply power via PoE to each port on the 4-port switch.
