GE Multinet 4 Instruction Manual
Digital Energy
Multilin
Multinet4 Multi-Port Serial
Server & Managed Switch
Instruction Manual
Manual P/N: 1601-9075-A1 (GEK-113502)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
1: OVERVIEW CONFIGURATION .............................................................................................................................1-1
ONNECTIVITY ...................................................................................................................... 1-1
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OWER AND GROUND ........................................................................................................ 1-2
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NDICATORS ..........................................................................................................................1-2
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OUNTING OPTIONS .......................................................................................................... 1-3
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SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 1-4
HYSICAL .............................................................................................................................. 1-4
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NVIRONMENTAL ................................................................................................................. 1-4
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YPE TESTS ........................................................................................................................... 1-4
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OWER REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................... 1-6
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ORTS AND EXTERNAL CONNECTORS ..............................................................................1-7
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NDICATORS ..........................................................................................................................1-7
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PINOUTS .............................................................................................................................................. 1-9
RJ45 ..................................................................................................................................... 1-9
IBER OPTIC ......................................................................................................................... 1-9
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EMALE) – CONSOLE PORT .....................................................................................1-10
DB9 (F
HOENIX CONNECTOR – ALARM PORT ............................................................................1-10
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HOENIX CONNECTORS – SERIAL PORTS ........................................................................1-11
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS ............................................................................................................ 1-12
ULTINET4 MULTI-PORT SERIAL SERVER & MANAGED SWITCH ................................ 1-12
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EATURES SUMMARY .......................................................................................................... 1-13
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2: GETTING STARTED INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................... 2-1
OOLS ................................................................................................................................... 2-1
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ITE SUITABILITY .................................................................................................................. 2-1
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IRING AND GROUNDING GUIDELINES ........................................................................... 2-2
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IBER OPTIC SAFETY ........................................................................................................... 2-2
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IBER OPTIC HANDLING ..................................................................................................... 2-3
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XTERNAL CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................2-3
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UNPACKING ....................................................................................................................................... 2-4
INSTALLATION OF THE MULTINET4 UNIT .............................................................................. 2-5
OUNTING ........................................................................................................................... 2-5
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Mounting Hardware .................................................................................................2 - 5
Mounting in a 19” Rail System - General ........................................................2 - 5
Mounting in a 19” Rail System - Conventional Mounting .......................2 - 6
Mounting in a 19” Rail System - Reverse Mounting ..................................2 - 7
Mounting on a Panel ................................................................................................2 - 8
Mounting in a DIN Rail System ............................................................................2 - 10
CONNECTING FACILITY POWER ......................................................................................... 2-11
Making the Ground and Power Connections ...............................................2 - 11
CONNECTING TO THE CONSOLE PORT AND THE ALARM PORT .................................... 2-13
Console Port .................................................................................................................2 - 13
Alarm Port .....................................................................................................................2 - 13
CONNECTING NETWORK CABLES ...................................................................................... 2-13
Connecting Serial Cables .......................................................................................2 - 13
Connecting RJ45 Twisted Pair .............................................................................2 - 14
Connecting ST-type Fiber Optics (twist-lock) ................................................2 - 14
Connecting SC-type or LC-type Fiber Optics (snap-in) .............................2 - 15
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Connecting Single-mode Fiber Optics .............................................................2 - 15
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................. 2-16
EMOVING THE MULTINET4 ...............................................................................................2-16
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Disconnecting Power and Ground Lines ........................................................2 - 16
Disconnecting Network Cables ...........................................................................2 - 16
Packing the Multinet4 for Shipment .................................................................2 - 17
CLEANING FIBER OPTIC DEVICES ......................................................................................2-17
Cleaning Connectors ................................................................................................2 - 17
Cleaning Optical Ports .............................................................................................2 - 18
SOFTWARE MANAGEMENT .......................................................................................................... 2-19
ONFIGURING A NEW IP ADDRESS ..................................................................................2-19
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THE ENERVISTA MULTINET4 SETUP SOFTWARE OVERVIEW ......................................... 2-22
THE ADVANCED SETTING - ADMINISTRATOR INTERFACE OVERVIEW ...................... 2-23
OGGING IN FOR THE FIRST TIME ..................................................................................... 2-23
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DMINISTRATOR INTERFACE OVERVIEW ...........................................................................2-25
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HE ADMINISTRATOR INTERFACE NAVIGATION TREE ..................................................... 2-28
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3: ENERVISTA MULTINET4
SETUP SOFTWARE
4: SYSTEM
ADMINISTRATION
PC REQUIREMENTS .........................................................................................................................3-1
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................. 3-2
CONFIGURING ETHERNET COMMUNICATION ..................................................................... 3-3
USING THE QUICK CONNECT FEATURE .................................................................................3-6
CONNECTING TO THE MULTINET4 ........................................................................................... 3-7
PORT SETTING ................................................................................................................................... 3-8
ADVANCED SETTING ....................................................................................................................... 3-10
FIRMWARE UPGRADE ....................................................................................................................3-11
OFF-LINE FEATURE .......................................................................................................................... 3-12
EADING DEVICE SETTINGS ............................................................................................... 3-12
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RITING SETTINGS TO A DEVICE ...................................................................................... 3-13
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CONFIGURE A NEW IP ADDRESS THROUGH CONSOLE PORT ...................................... 3-14
VIRTUAL FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................. 4-1
ADMINISTRATION TASKS .............................................................................................................. 4-2
YSTEM ................................................................................................................................. 4-2
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YSTEM INFORMATION ........................................................................................................ 4-2
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YSTEM STATUS ................................................................................................................... 4-3
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IME ....................................................................................................................................... 4-4
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Time: Time and Date ................................................................................................4 - 4
Time: Zone and DST ..................................................................................................4 - 5
Time: Persistence .......................................................................................................4 - 6
SNTP .................................................................................................................................... 4-7
SNTP: Global Settings ...............................................................................................4 - 7
SNTP: Servers ...............................................................................................................4 - 8
SNMP ................................................................................................................................... 4-9
SNMP: Global Settings .............................................................................................4 - 9
SNMP: Management Stations ..............................................................................4 - 11
SNMP: Trap Stations .................................................................................................4 - 12
SNMP: Users .................................................................................................................4 - 13
SNMP: Statistics ..........................................................................................................4 - 15
AUTHENTICATION ................................................................................................................. 4-19
Authentication: Policies ..........................................................................................4 - 19
Authentication: Accounts ......................................................................................4 - 22
Authentication: Files .................................................................................................4 - 24
SESSIONS .............................................................................................................................. 4-25
Sessions: Policies .......................................................................................................4 - 25
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Sessions: Active Logins ...........................................................................................4 - 25
CHANGE PASSWORD ........................................................................................................... 4-26
OFTWARE UPGRADE ......................................................................................................... 4-27
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ONFIGURATION .................................................................................................................. 4-31
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Configuration: Files ...................................................................................................4 - 31
Configuration: Defaults ...........................................................................................4 - 32
SYSTEM REBOOT .................................................................................................................. 4-34
EVENTS TASKS ................................................................................................................................... 4-35
OGS ..................................................................................................................................... 4-35
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Logs: Global Settings ................................................................................................4 - 40
Logs: Files ......................................................................................................................4 - 41
SYSLOG ................................................................................................................................. 4-42
Syslog: Global Settings ............................................................................................4 - 43
Syslog: Collectors .......................................................................................................4 - 43
ETHERNET TASKS ............................................................................................................................. 4-45
ORTS .................................................................................................................................... 4-45
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Ports: Settings .............................................................................................................4 - 45
Ports: Status .................................................................................................................4 - 48
Ports: Summary Statistics ......................................................................................4 - 49
Ports: Extended Statistics ......................................................................................4 - 50
Ports: Mirroring ...........................................................................................................4 - 54
Ports: Rate Limits .......................................................................................................4 - 55
BRIDGE .................................................................................................................................. 4-56
Bridge: Global Settings ............................................................................................4 - 57
Bridge: Static MACs ...................................................................................................4 - 57
Bridge: Station Cache ..............................................................................................4 - 59
RSTP ..................................................................................................................................... 4-60
RSTP: Bridge Settings ...............................................................................................4 - 60
RSTP: Port Settings ....................................................................................................4 - 62
RSTP: Bridge Status ...................................................................................................4 - 63
RSTP: Port Status ........................................................................................................4 - 64
VLAN .................................................................................................................................... 4-65
VLAN: Global Settings ..............................................................................................4 - 65
VLAN: VIDs .....................................................................................................................4 - 66
VLAN: Port Settings ...................................................................................................4 - 67
SERIAL TASKS .................................................................................................................................... 4-70
ORTS .................................................................................................................................... 4-70
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Ports: Profiles ...............................................................................................................4 - 70
Ports: Settings .............................................................................................................4 - 74
Ports: Statistics ...........................................................................................................4 - 75
TERMINAL SERVER ............................................................................................................... 4-76
Terminal Server: Channel Settings ....................................................................4 - 76
Terminal Server: Channel Status ........................................................................4 - 80
Terminal Server: Connections ..............................................................................4 - 81
MODBUS ...............................................................................................................................4-82
Global Settings ............................................................................................................4 - 82
Fixed Mappings ..........................................................................................................4 - 83
Modbus: Local Masters ...........................................................................................4 - 84
Modbus: Local Slaves ..............................................................................................4 - 85
Modbus: Remote Slaves .........................................................................................4 - 86
Modbus: Connections ..............................................................................................4 - 88
IP TASKS ............................................................................................................................................... 4-89
ETTINGS .............................................................................................................................. 4-89
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ABLE ........................................................................................................................... 4-89
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QOS TASKS .......................................................................................................................................... 4-91
DiffServ ...........................................................................................................................4 - 91
802.1p .............................................................................................................................4 - 92
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Ethernet Port ................................................................................................................4 - 93
IP Flows ..........................................................................................................................4 - 94
SECURITY TASKS ............................................................................................................................... 4-96
ERTIFICATES ....................................................................................................................... 4-96
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Certificates: Local ......................................................................................................4 - 96
Certificates: Trusted ..................................................................................................4 - 97
ETHERNET PORT .................................................................................................................. 4-98
ERIAL/SSL .......................................................................................................................... 4-99
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EB SERVER ........................................................................................................................4-101
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CLI ......................................................................................................................................... 4-102
RADIUS ............................................................................................................................... 4-103
RADIUS: Global Settings ..........................................................................................4 - 103
RADIUS: Servers ..........................................................................................................4 - 104
WIZARDS .............................................................................................................................................. 4-106
HE CERTIFICATE CREATION WIZARD .............................................................................. 4-106
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5: THE CLI AND
PROTOCOL MONITOR
CLI ACCESS ......................................................................................................................................... 5-1
ULTINET4 SUPPORT FOR SFTP ......................................................................................5-2
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CLI FUNCTIONALITY ........................................................................................................................ 5-4
LOBAL COMMANDS .......................................................................................................... 5-4
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ASIC AND SPECIFIC COMMANDS ..................................................................................... 5-5
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The bridge Command ..............................................................................................5 - 6
The config Command ..............................................................................................5 - 7
The Ethernet Command .........................................................................................5 - 8
The ip Command .......................................................................................................5 - 9
The log Command .....................................................................................................5 - 10
The monitor Command ...........................................................................................5 - 11
Protocol Monitor Output Example .....................................................................5 - 14
The ping Command ..................................................................................................5 - 15
The rstp Command ...................................................................................................5 - 15
The session Command ............................................................................................5 - 17
The ssh Command ....................................................................................................5 - 18
The sw command ......................................................................................................5 - 19
The system Command ............................................................................................5 - 23
The terminal Command ..........................................................................................5 - 23
The vlan Command ..................................................................................................5 - 24
The web Command ..................................................................................................5 - 25
6: OPERATIONAL GUIDE QUALITY OF SERVICE ...................................................................................................................... 6-1
OS MODEL ........................................................................................................................6-1
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RIORITY QUEUES ................................................................................................................6-2
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IFFSERV MARKING ............................................................................................................ 6-2
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DiffServ Processing ...................................................................................................6 - 3
DiffServ-to-802.1p Mapping .................................................................................6 - 3
802.1p-to-priority queue Mapping ....................................................................6 - 3
SNMP ..................................................................................................................................................... 6-4
UPPORTED VERSIONS AND FEATURES ............................................................................ 6-4
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RSTP ....................................................................................................................................................... 6-5
ETUP ........................................................................................................................6-5
RSTP S
BPDUs .............................................................................................................................6 - 6
Bridge Roles .................................................................................................................6 - 6
Port Roles ......................................................................................................................6 - 6
Edge Ports and Point-to-Point Links .................................................................6 - 7
Port States .....................................................................................................................6 - 7
RSTP NORMAL OPERATION ..............................................................................................6-8
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DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS ................................................................................................. 6-8
Configuring Bridge Settings ..................................................................................6 - 8
Configuring Port Settings .......................................................................................6 - 9
VLAN ...................................................................................................................................................... 6-10
DDING VLANS ..................................................................................................................6-10
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VLAN IDs ........................................................................................................................6 - 10
CONFIGURING PORTS FOR VLAN MEMBERSHIP ............................................................6-10
Port VLAN IDs ..............................................................................................................6 - 10
Tagging ..........................................................................................................................6 - 10
Filtering ...........................................................................................................................6 - 11
Frame Classification and Forwarding ..............................................................6 - 11
VLANS AND SERIAL PORTS ............................................................................................... 6-12
SECURITY ............................................................................................................................................. 6-13
THERNET PORT SECURITY ................................................................................................ 6-13
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Address Locking .........................................................................................................6 - 13
Link Locking ..................................................................................................................6 - 13
SERIAL PORT SECURITY ...................................................................................................... 6-13
Serial Data Over SSL ................................................................................................6 - 13
Multinet4 SSL Version Support ............................................................................6 - 14
Secure Web Server using HTTP over SSL (https://) .....................................6 - 14
KEYS AND CERTIFICATES ....................................................................................................6-14
RSA Public Key Cryptography ..............................................................................6 - 15
Digital Signatures ......................................................................................................6 - 15
X.509 Certificates .......................................................................................................6 - 15
Certificate Authority .................................................................................................6 - 15
Multinet4 Certificate Files ......................................................................................6 - 15
Multinet4 Key Files ....................................................................................................6 - 16
Key Exchange ..............................................................................................................6 - 18
Peer Authentication ..................................................................................................6 - 18
Certificate and Key File Generation ..................................................................6 - 18
Certificate and Key File Installation ..................................................................6 - 21
RADIUS SUPPORT ..............................................................................................................6-21
ULTINET4 CIPHER SUPPORT ........................................................................................... 6-21
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SSH ......................................................................................................................................................... 6-23
MODBUS .............................................................................................................................................. 6-24
ETWORK TOPOLOGIES ......................................................................................................6-24
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ERIAL PROTOCOL VARIANTS ............................................................................................6-24
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ETWORK PROTOCOL ......................................................................................................... 6-25
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XCEPTION HANDLING ....................................................................................................... 6-25
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ONNECTION HANDLING .......................................................................................... 6-26
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USER ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................ 6-27
SER GROUPS ..................................................................................................................... 6-27
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7: TERMINAL SERVER
WHAT IS A TERMINAL SERVER? ................................................................................................. 7-1
APPLICATION NOTES
BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN SERIAL AND NETWORK COMMUNICATION ..........7-3
TERMINAL SERVER OPERATION ................................................................................................. 7-4
APPLICATION #1: DEVICE CONSOLE ACCESS ...................................................................... 7-6
APPLICATION #2: SERIAL-OVER-TCP/IP TUNNEL .............................................................. 7-8
APPLICATION #3: MULTIPOINT SCADA ................................................................................... 7-10
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ERIAL PROTOCOL STANDARDS ........................................................................................7-1
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ETWORKING STANDARDS ................................................................................................ 7-2
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ASSIVE MODE CHANNELS ................................................................................................ 7-4
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CTIVE MODE CHANNELS .................................................................................................. 7-4
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IXED MODE ....................................................................................................................... 7-5
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ESSION TYPE ...................................................................................................................... 7-5
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USING MULTINET4 SECURE SERIAL PORTS ..........................................................................7-12
APPLICATION #4: SERIAL-OVER-SECURE-TCP TUNNEL .................................................. 7-13
TROUBLESHOOTING TERMINAL SERVER SSL CONNECTIONS ...................................... 7-15
APPENDIX A: PORT AND
TYPE REFERENCE
APPENDIX B: THIRD PARTY
LICENSES
APPENDIX C: MODBUS
MEMORY MAP
GLOSSARY
WELL KNOWN TCP/UDP NETWORK PORTS .........................................................................A-1
ICMP TYPES ......................................................................................................................................... A-5
GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE ............................................................................... B-1
REAMBLE .............................................................................................................................B-1
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION ...B-4
NO WARRANTY ...............................................................................................................B-8
END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS ......................................................................... B-9
How to Apply These Terms to Your New Libraries .....................................B - 9
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Digital Energy
Multilin
1.1 Configuration
Multinet4 Multi-Port Serial Server
& Managed Switch
Chapter 1: Overview
Overview
1.1.1 Connectivity
The following sections describe the features and requirements of the Multinet4.
The Multinet4 is equipped with:
•4 Ethernet Ports
• 2 100FX multi/single mode Fiber, LC, ST, and SC
• 2 10/100 BaseT, RJ45 Auto-negotiation and Auto-MDIX
OR
• 4 10/100 BaseT, RJ45 Auto-negotiation and Auto-MDIX
• 4 programmable RS232/485 serial ports
These ports are all located on the front face of the device, as illustrated in the figure below.
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FIGURE 1–1: Front View
OVERVIEW CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW
1.1.2 Power and Ground
The Multinet4 can be ordered with a high (90 -250 VAC or VDC) or Low (24-48 VDC) voltage
power supply. The connection point for the power supply is located at the rear of the
chassis. The rear face also contains the primary ground stud and labels including serial
number, model number, and port and power specifications, as illustrated in the figure
below.
For detailed power specifications see Table 1–2:: Environmental Specifications.
FIGURE 1–2: Rear View
1.1.3 Indicators
The operational status of the ports of the Multinet4 is indicated by LEDs located near the
physical ports on the front of the Multinet4, as illustrated in FIGURE 1–1: Front View, and a
bank of LEDs on the top of the chassis, as illustrated in FIGURE 1–3: Top View.
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FIGURE 1–3: Top View
CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW OVERVIEW
For 19” rail mounting hardware For DIN rail and panel mounting hardware
FRONT
1.1.4 Mounting Options
There are four mounting options for the Multinet4:
• 19” rack mount (see section 2.3.1.2 Mounting in a 19” Rail System - General2.3.1.2
Mounting in a 19” Rail System - General)
• 19” rack reverse mount (see section 2.3.1.4 Mounting in a 19” Rail System - Reverse
Mounting)
• Panel mount (see section 2.3.1.5 Mounting on a Panel)
• DIN rail mount (see section 2.3.1.6 Mounting in a DIN Rail System)
Each of these options requires specific accessory hardware. Each type of accessory
hardware mates up with a specific set of screw holes on the sides of the chassis, illustrated
in the figure below.
FIGURE 1–4: Side View
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1.2 Specifications
The following sections provide detailed information about the physical, electronic, and
industrial specifications of the Multinet4.
1.2.1 Physical
The physical dimensions and weight of the Multinet4 are defined in the table below.
Table 1–1: Physical Specifications
Height: 1.75 inches (4.45 cm)
Width: 9.5 inches (24.13 cm)
Depth: 9.5 inches (24.13 cm)
Weight: 5.0 lbs (2.3 kg)
1.2.2 Environmental
The environmental specifications of the Multinet4 are defined in the table below.
Table 1–2: Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature:
UL / cUL /CE Safety Rating
Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Operating Humidity: 95% non-condensing
50°C (122°F) maximum
1.2.3 Type Tests
.
Standard Name
Standard Number:Date
code
Electrostatic Discharge: Air and Direct EN/IEC61000-4-2:1995 Level 4 - 8Kv contact,15Kv air
Electrostatic Discharge: Air and Direct IEEE C37.90.3:2001 8Kv contact, 15Kv air
Severity levels Tested
Electrical Fast Transient / Burst Immunity EN/IEC61000-4-4:2004 Level 4 - 4KV @2.5Khz
Electrical Fast Transient / Burst Immunity IEEE C37.90.1:2002 Class 4 - 4KV for all port
Power Transients (high repetition) NEMA TS2 2.1.6.1:2003 300V,2500W
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Standard Name
Standard Number:Date
Severity levels Tested
code
Power Transients (low repetition high
energy)
NEMA TS2 :2003 600V, 1 Ohm impedance
Transients I/O terminals NEMA TS2 2.1.7.1 :2003 300V, 100 Ohms impedance
Serial: 4 kV on shield;
Surge Immunity IEC61000-4-5:2005
DC Power LO: 6kV L-E, 6kV L-L;
AC Power: 6kV L-E, 6kV L-L
Non Destructive transient Immunity NEMA TS2:2003 1000V, 1 Ohm impedance
Damped Oscillatory Burst EN/IEC61000-4-12 :2006
Damped Oscillatory IEEE C37.90.1:2002
Voltage Dip / Voltage Interruption EN/IEC 61000-4-11 :2004
Power Supply Ripple IEC 61000-4-17
Level 2 - 1kV common / 1kV
differential
2.5 kV common mode / 1kV
differential mode @1MHz
0% 5000msec, 40% 120msec,
70% 10msec
Level 3 - 10% & 15% of Rated
Voltage
RF Immunity 80-1000MHz EN/IEC 61000-4-3 :1998 Level 3 - 10V/m
RF Immunity 80-1000MHz IEEE C37.90.2:2004 35V/m
Conducted RF Immunity 150Khz -80 MHz IEC61000-4-6:1996 Level 3 - 10Vrms
Conducted RF Immunity 0-150Khz EN/IEC 61000-4-16:1998
Power Frequency Magnetic Field
Immunity
EN/IEC 61000-4-8:1993,2001
Level 3 - 15Hz-150Khz 1-10V
Level 4 - 15Hz-150KHz 1-30V
Level 5 - 100/200 A/m continuous 1000 A/m for 1s
Damped Magnetic Immunity IEC61000-4-10 Level 3 - 10A/m
Voltage Dips and Interrupts IEC61000-4-29
All test levels and durations Passes Criteria B
Conducted & Radiated Emissions CISPR22 / EN 55022 Class A
Conducted & Radiated Emissions FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
Rated Input Power IEEE C37.90 85% to110% of rated
AC voltage ranges IEC60870-2-1 + / - 10%
DC voltage ranges IEC60870-2-1 + / - 15%
ENVIRONMENTAL TESTS
Relative Humidity Cyclic EN/IEC 60068-2-30:2005 Variant 2 - 6 day @ 95%
Cold Temperature EN/IEC 60068-2-1: 1993/1990 -40 deg startup for 16 hours
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Standard Name
Standard Number:Date
Severity levels Tested
code
Dry Heat Temperature EN/IEC 60068-2-2: 1994,1974 +85 deg startup for 16 hours
Humidity NEMA TS2 2.1.5 -34 to 74C, 10-95%
MECHANICAL TESTS
Sinusoidal Vibration EN/IEC 60255-21-1: 1996,1988 Class 1 - 10-150hz @2G
Shock and Bump EN/IEC 60255-21-2: 1996,1988
Class 2 - 30G bump, 17G
shock
Shock NEMA TS2 2.2.9 10G, x,,y,z axis
Vibration MIL-STD -167-1 0.5G, 5-30 Hz
FUNCTIONAL TESTS
Operating Voltage NEMA TS2 2.1.2 Max nominal rating
Operational frequency NEMA TS2 2.1.3 Nominal +/- 3Hz
SAFETY TESTS
Dielectric IEEE C37.90
2kV on Hi model & 500V on Lo
model
Dielectric IEC60255-5 2kV
H.V Impulse IEEE C37.90 5kV
H.V Impulse IEC60255-5 5kV
OTHERS
IP rating IEC60529 IP20A
1.2.4 Power Requirements
The power requirements of the Multinet4 are defined in the table below.
Table 1–3: Power Requirements
High Voltage AC/DC Low Voltage DC
Voltage Input Range: 90-250 VAC/VDC 24-48 VDC
Max. Power (Watts): 27 27
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Table 1–3: Power Requirements
High Voltage AC/DC Low Voltage DC
Typical Power (Watts): 10 10
Max. Amperage (Amps): 0.3 1.3
1.2.5 Ports and External Connectors
The ports and external connectors of the Multinet4 are defined in the table below.
Table 1–4: Ports and External Connectors
Port Name Connector Description
Ethernet, E1 and E2 LC, SC, ST 100FX multi/single mode option card for fiber
optic Ethernet capable devices or Networks.
Ethernet, E3 and E4 RJ45 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port for connection to
copper Ethernet capable devices.
Serial, S1 through
S4
Phoenix 6-pin
header
Connection to serial async devices.
Configurable to 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, and
19.2, 28.8, 33.6, 38.4, 57.6, 115.2 Kbps.
Power Connection Terminal block Non-polarized power input.
Facility Ground
Lug bolt Facility ground connection point.
Point
Console DB9, female Configured to operate at 38400 Baud, 8 bits,
No parity, one stop bit and is configured as a
DTE.
Alarm Phoenix 3-pin
Reserved for future use.
plug
Note
All copper I/O connections must be made with shielded cables and connectors.
1.2.6 Indicators
The status indicators of the Multinet4 are described in . There are two sets of LEDs so that
you can conveniently monitor activity regardless of the orientation of the device. One set is
on top to the Multinet4 (see FIGURE 1–3: Top View) and one set is on the front (see FIGURE
1–1: Front View).
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Table 1–5: Indicators
LED Name Condition Indication
S1 – S4
(Serial Ports)
Green Port is connected to an active serial device.
Off Port is down.
Flashing Data is passing through the port.
E1 – E4
(Ethernet Ports)
Green Port is connected to an active Ethernet device.
Off Port is down.
Flashing Data is passing through the port.
Console Green Connected to an active local terminal.
Off Not connected.
Flashing Data is passing through the port.
Alarm Off No power is applied to unit.
Red Reset state: System is not loaded
Orange System is being booted.
Green Normal operation.
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1.3 Pinouts
The following subsections describe the pinouts of the connectors used with the Multinet4.
1.3.1 RJ45
Defines the pinout of the RJ45 connector used with the Multinet4. RJ45 connectors are
used on ports E3 and E4 for 10/100 BaseT connections to copper Ethernet-capable
devices.
Table 1–6: RJ45 Pinout
1.3.2 Fiber Optic
Pin Signal
1Tx +
2Tx -
3Rx +
4not used
5not used
6Rx -
7not used
8not used
The figure below defines the pinout of the Fiber connector used with the Multinet4. Fiber
connectors are used on ports E1 and E2 for 100FX multi/single mode for connections to
fiber optic Ethernet-capable devices or networks.
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Table 1–7: LC Pinout
Port Signal
Tx Transmit
Rx Receive
1.3.3 DB9 (Female) – Console Port
The figure below defines the pinout of the DB9 female connector for the console port for
asynchronous or bit-oriented connections.
Pin Name Dir. Description
1 DCD In Data Carrier Detect from DCE.
2 RXD In Receive Data from DCE.
3 TXD Out Transmit Data to DCE.
4 DTR Out Data Terminal Ready to DCE.
5 GND Pwr Signal Ground.
6 DSR In Data Set Ready from DCE.
7 RTS Out Request To Send.
8CTS In Clear To Send.
9 RI In Ring Indicator from DCE.
1.3.4 Phoenix Connector – Alarm Port
The figure below defines the pinout of the Phoenix 3-pin plug used with the alarm port on
the Multinet4.
Table 1–8: DB9 Pinout
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S1/S
Pin Signal
1 NC1 - normally closed 1
2 COM1 - common 1
3 NO1 - normally opened 1
1.3.5 Phoenix Connectors – Serial Ports
The figure below defines the pinout of the Phoenix 6-pin connector used with serial ports
on the Multinet4.
.
Table 1–9: Phoenix 6-pin Pinout
Pin RS232 RS485
S1
1GND COM
2RX1 RTX1-
3 TX1 RTX1+
S2
4GND COM
5RX2 RTX2-
6 TX2 RTX2+
Note
A 3/32” slotted screwdriver is required to connect/disconnect serial cables to/from the
Phoenix 6-pin connector.
Serial ports can be configured as RS232 or RS485 interfaces. Make sure to configure the
correct interface standard before connecting to the device. Improper setup can result in
damage to the unit.
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1.4 Features and Benefits
Multinet4 Multi-Port Serial Server & Managed Switch provides secure multiprotocol
networking in compact, rugged packages purpose-built for power utility substations and
other harsh environments. Cyber-security protection is assured by encrypted perconnection SSL, and port security features.
1.4.1 Multinet4 Multi-Port Serial Server & Managed Switch
The Multinet4 Serial Port Server & Managed Switch combines the capabilities of an
Ethernet Switch, an Async-to-TCP/IP Terminal Server in a single integrated device.
Dual fiber Ethernet connectivity coupled with Rapid Spanning Tree ensure resilient
backbone communications.
The Multinet4 provides full perimeter protection when used as a terminal server at remote
critical facilities. Per-session encrypted SSL capabilities permit fine-grained security
extended to end-point connections when used as a distributed terminal server in larger
installations.
The Multinet4 is a multi-function, multi-protocol networking platform, purpose-built for
distributed industrial automation applications such as Supervisory Control and Data
Acquisition (SCADA) systems.They support a wide range of communications interfaces
used by industrial devices, enabling multiple generations of remote devices and support
systems to be consolidated onto a single integrated network infrastructure. The Multinet4
also operates effectively in extremely harsh environmental conditions such as those within
power utility substations, pumping stations, treatment plants, transportation systems,
pipelines and wind farms. This robustness is primarily due to extended-range
specifications in areas such as electromagnetic interference, temperature and electrical
surges. Most other networking products will fail when facing these conditions.
The Multinet4 has been rigorously tested to extreme industrial specifications for
temperature, electrical surge protection and immunity. It is packaged in a steel or steel
and aluminum case with no fans or moving parts and has been subjected to
manufacturing test and control processes that include temperature cycling and prolonged
product burn-in to ensure reliability delivered to the field. Physical product reliability is
complemented by advanced network resiliency features that enable redundant and dualrouted network designs that protect network availability despite facility/element failures.
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1.4.2 Features Summary
The table below summarizes the hardware features of the Multinet4.
Table 1–10: Hardware Features Summary
Feature Details
Connectivity •4 Ethernet ports
— 2 100FX multi/single mode Fiber, ST, SC, and
LC
— 2 10/100 BaseT, RJ45 Auto-Negotiation and
Auto-MDIX
OR
— 4 10/100 BaseT, RJ45 Auto-Negotiation and
Auto-MDIX
• 4 programmable RS232/485 serial ports
Power Options • High (90 -250 VAC or VDC)
• Low (24-48 VDC)
Mounting Options •Panel
• DIN-rail
• 19” rack
• 19" rack reverse
The table below summarizes the features of the Multinet4.
Table 1–11: Software Features Summary
Feature Details
Serial Port Management • Up to 16 serial profiles
• Serial data statistics
• RS-232 (Full/Half) & RS-485 (Full/Half) supported via software
selection
• Data rates from 1200 baud to 115200 bps
• 7 or 8 data bits
• 1, 1.5, or 2 stop bits
• Even, Odd, or No Parity
• Hardware and Software (XON/XOFF) Flow Control
• Packetization options
— Forward on specific character, idle time, or
packet size
— Turnaround timer
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Feature Details
Terminal Server • Active, passive, and mixed connection modes
• Telnet and raw TCP sessions
• Multiple incoming connections per serial port
Ethernet Port Management • Supported media types include 10/100BaseTX and 100FX
• 10, 100, or Auto speed selections for 10/100BaseTX
Auto-Negotiation and Auto-MDIX
• Half or full duplex operation for 10/100BaseTX
• Ethernet frame statistics
• Port Rate Limiting based on packet type (broadcast,
multicast, flood, all)
• Port Mirroring
Ethernet Switching • Maximum Station Cache capacity of 1,024 random MAC
addresses
• Up to 64 static MAC addresses
• Purge Dynamic Cache Entries
• 802.1D-compliant Learning Bridge
Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol
(RSTP))
•STP
•RSTP
VLANs • Up to 16 different VLANs
• Tagged and untagged operation
• VLAN security (tag-based filtering)
• Optional egress tag stripping
QoS • Flexible flow-based DiffServ marking for all routed packets
• Configurable mapping of DiffServ marking to 802.1p priority
tag for all routed packets
• 4-Level priority queuing for Ethernet switching based on IEEE
802.1p tag, IP DiffServ marking, or ingress port.
Security • Secure Web Server using HTTP over SSL (https://)
• User authentication via RADIUS
• Authenticated and encrypted terminal server connections
over SSL
• RSA public key and X.509 certificate management and
generation
• Web-based upload of new keys and certificates
• Supports a number of SSL and TLS cipher suites that include
support for RSA public keys, 3DES/AES/RC4 encryption, and
MD5/SHA1 hashing
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Feature Details
Embedded Web Server
(HTTP/HTTPS)
•Primary User Interface
• Compatible with standard web browsers (such as Internet
Explorer or Firefox)
User Account Management • Configurable security policies
• Up to 16 user accounts
• Stored passwords are hashed using MD5
Configuration File Management • XML Configuration Files
• Web-based Upload/Download
• Multiple configurations stored in Flash File System
Software Image Management • Software upgrade with revert capability
• Web-based upload of new software images
Time and Date Management • Real-time clock support
• Active or passive-mode SNTP client
• Time offsets, time zone and Daylight Saving T ime support
• Up to 3 SNTP servers can be specified for redundancy
Event Logging • Flexible logging options
• Log files stored in flash file system
• SYSLOG capability
• Up to 5 remote collectors may be specified
SNMP v1/v2c/v3 Agent • Supports User-based Security Model (USM) when v3 is
enabled
• MIB-II and SNMPv2 Traps
• Up to 4 remote management/trap destinations may be
specified
• Proprietary Enterprise MIB
Modbus/TCP • Modbus/TCP to Modbus/RTU or Modbus/ASCII encapsulation
• Support for multiple masters and slaves
• Maps Modbus device addresses to configurable remote IP
addresses
• Enables multi-master access to slaves on a single bus by
serializing Modbus requests at the server, a capability not
possible in normal serial Modbus
Protocol Monitor • Sniffs ingress and egress packets on any port
• Filter by MAC address, IP address, TCP port, or protocol
• Displays frame addresses, ports, protocol identifier, and data
payload
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Getting Started
The Multinet4 Multi-Port Serial Server & Managed Switch provides connectivity to
asynchronous and Ethernet traffic through four programmable serial ports, two 10/100
BaseT Ethernet ports for copper line connections, and two 100FX multimode (MM) or
singlemode (SM) for fiber optic connections.
2.1 Installation
2.1.1 Tools
2.1.2 Site Suitability
The Multinet4 is designed to be installed in standard 19" racks, on a DIN rail system, or on a
panel.
Regardless of the mounting system you are using, you will need the following tools:
• Two screw drivers – one phillips head and one slot.
• A torque wrench (rated for ten and 32 inch pounds, or
• A wrench to connect a ground wire from the device chassis to a ground
The instructions in this chapter cover only the physical installation. System configuration is
handled through a web-based interface and is described in Chapter 4.
Be sure that your installation site meets the following criteria:
• Conforms with the temperature and humidity ranges, detailed in Table 1–2::
Environmental Specifications.
• Can meet the power requirements, detailed in Table 1–3:: Power Requirements.
• Will remain stable after the addition of the 5 lb. Multinet4.
• Permits at least two inches (5.1cm) of space between the Multinet4 and any other
heat-producing device.
1.1 Nm and 3.6 Nm)
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2.1.3 Wiring and Grounding Guidelines
The Multinet4 requires several different types of connectors, cables, and wires.
Requirements and recommendations are listed below:
Fiber The fiber cables connected to the Multinet4 must be:
• non-dispersion shifted, single mode (SM)
or
• multi-mode (MM) fiber cables defined by the Telcordia Technologies
General Recommendation 20-CORE standard
and
• terminated with LC, ST, and SC connectors
Grounding The primary ground stud located on the rear of the chassis must be used to
connect to an approved ground with a wire meeting the following criteria:
• 14 AWG (minimum)
• a maximum of five feet in length
• terminated on the ground lug side with a #10 ring lug
Facility Power The facility power cabling attached to the Multinet4 chassis must meet the
Copper Copper I/O cables and connectors must be shielded.
It is mandatory that an accessible disconnect is provided in the Installation wiring
2.1.4 Fiber Optic Safety
Before installing the Multinet4 you should be aware that devices that employ laser
technology, such as the fiber optical LC ports and associated cabling, can be dangerous.
Do not look directly into a fiber optic port or into the end of a fiber optic line. Doing so
could cause injury to your eye or blindness. Always assume that there is laser activity in the
line or port, even if the device is powered down. As a reminder, whenever this manual calls
for the handling of fiber optic lines, those instructions will be accompanied by a “Laser
Warning,” as follows:
following criteria:
• cabling constructed using 14 AWG stranded wire
• cable firmly attached to the terminal holes of the non-polarized
power unit, as illustrated in FIGURE 2–11:: Non-Polarized Power Input.
• cable routed and strain relieved to the chassis according to good
wiring practices
DO NOT LOOK INTO A FIBER OPTIC CABLE OR PORT! These can produce invisible light that
may do serious eye damage. Always assume that fiber optic cables or ports are actively
radiating light energy.
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2.1.5 Fiber Optic Handling
Contamination from dust, dirt, oils from the hands and other sources can impede the
transmission and reception of optical signals through the optical fibers.When handling the
optical connectors and fiber cables, follow these precautions to minimize the
contamination of the connectors and ports:
• Cover optical connectors and ports with dust caps when they are not in use.
• Do not touch fiber tips or the interior of optical ports when handling fiber cables
and connectors.
• Clean fiber optic connectors as described in 2.4.2.1: Cleaning Connectors, prior to
making any optical connection.
• Clean optical ports as described in 2.4.2.2: Cleaning Optical Ports if contaminants
or degraded performance are noted on the interface.
Fiber optic connectors should be cleaned after each use and optical ports should be
cleaned if you notice contamination or degraded performance.
Fiber optic cables and connectors are fragile and can be easily broken through rough
handling. When handling fiber optic media, take the following precautions:
• Do not strike the fiber cable with tools.
• Do not pinch, crimp, or compress the jacketing of the optical cable.
• Do not use less than the minimum bend radius of 3 inches (7.62 cm) when routing
or coiling cables.
2.1.6 External Connections
You can speed up the installation of the Multinet4 by having the following equipment and
information on hand before beginning:
• A supply of cables and connectors of the required types.
• IP addresses for new devices and any existing devices you will be connecting to.
• Your notes on naming conventions and end point information.
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2.2 Unpacking
Unpack and inspect the Multinet4.
The Multinet4 is shipped with the following items in the box:
• Multinet4 unit
• Appropriate mounting brackets (19’ rail, or DIN rail, or panel), with screws
• Document CD-ROM
• Console Cable - DB9 terminations, 10' long
• Ethernet cable - RJ45 terminations, 10' long
Be sure that all the equipment you have ordered is included in the shipment.
Remove the unit from the styrofoam end caps and inspect the Multinet4 chassis for dents
or other shipping related damage. Report any damage immediately to GE Multilin
Customer Support and DO NOT INSTALL the unit.
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2.3 Installation of the Multinet4 Unit
To install the Multinet4 you must first
• Mount it
• Make the ground and power connections.
• Connect the network cables
2.3.1 Mounting
Before mounting, please note the following:
1. Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the
operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by
the manufacturer.
2. Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
3. Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
4. Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might
have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
5. Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be
maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than
direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips)."
2.3.1.1 Mounting Hardware
Your Multinet4 shipment includes the mounting hardware you have ordered as
appropriate to your site.This hardware is one of:
• A pair of 4.5” brackets for conventional mounting in a 19” rail system (that is, with I/
O connections on the “aisle side” of the rack)
• A pair of 8.75” brackets for reverse mounting in a 19” rail system (that is, with I/O
connections on the “wire side” of the rack)
• A pair of 1.5” brackets for mounting on a panel.
• A DIN rail mounting bracket.
2.3.1.2 Mounting in a 19” Rail System - General
The Multinet4 device can be mounted in a 19” rail system with the I/O connectors on the
aisle side and the power and ground connectors on the wire side (conventional mounting)
or in the reverse configuration.
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FIGURE 2–1: Top View: 19” Rail Conventional and Reverse Mounting
2.3.1.3 Mounting in a 19” Rail System - Conventional Mounting
The brackets for mounting in a 19-inch rail system attach with two screws to the screw
holes located toward the front of the Multinet4. You can adjust the depth of the device
within the mounting system to four positions:
• By your selection of which pair of screw holes on the short side of the bracket (that
is, the side that attaches to the Multinet4) to use.
• By setting the long side of the bracket (that is, the side that attaches to the rail
system) toward the front of the Multinet4 or toward the rear.
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