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Allowed network infrastructure
The devices can be integrated in the Ethernet network infrastructures described below if the following safety
instructions are implemented and observed
Operating of the devices in an unprotected Ethernet network structure
Check and restrict access options to the device:
Restrict access to authorized persons.
Do not connect the device to open networks or the internet.
If access from the internet is inevitable:
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choose a safe method to connect with the device (e. g. VPN).
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Use encrypted data transmission (e. g. https / TLS).
If the device is operated in an unprotected network environment, notice that
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unauthorized read or write access to data is possible.
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unauthorized manipulation of the device function is possible.
Linear structure
Ring structure