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3
Networking
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ Network Overview
▪ EDGE Networks (RS485)
▪ Ethernet Ports
▪ Wireless Network (WiFi)
▪ Cellular Network
Network Overview
EDGE 2 Controllers communicate to the EDGE Expansion Boxes and the external modules by RS485
network cabled (Automation link and Safety link). EDGE 2 Controllers use Ethernet ports (Cabled or Wire-
less or Cellular) to reach WAN\LAN\WLAN Network. It is by this way that the EDGE system is controlled
remotely locally or externally.
WAN\LAN\WLAN Network
AP\Cumberland does not provide Ethernet network components. Ensure to purchase network compo-
nents according to the implemented technology: Wireless, Cabled, and Cellular.
Installation Options:
The LAN network can be setup to reach outside Ethernet cables or wirelessly using a Cellular based net-
work to reach an Ethernet service provider (WAN).
Depending on the option you choose, the planning and installation will be different. For an Ethernet setup,
make sure there is access to high speed Internet.
Redundant Controller and LAN\WLAN Network
A redundant Main Controller is used in case the Main Controller Master fails. Use of a redundant Main
Controller will determine its communication scheme:
• Redundant Main Controller using internally wired Ethernet (LAN) network
• Redundant Main Controller using internally wireless Ethernet (WLAN)
• Redundant Main Controller using Cellular network
Redundant Communication between EDGE Devices
EDGE system uses redundant communication between the Expansion Boxes, external modules, and the
main and redundant controllers.
EDGE Networks (RS485)
Introduction
Redundant Communication between EDGE Devices
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