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MGate 5101-PBM-MN Series
Quick Installation Guide
Version 3.2, January 2021
*1802051010014*

Overview
MGate Manager’s Location function
Steady on: Power is on and the MGate is booting
BOOTP server is not responding properly
Power is off or fault condition exists
Data exchange with all slaves
configured slaves can communicate with gateway)
No PROFIBUS configuration
PROFIBUS configuration OK
PROFIBUS master is offline
PROFIBUS master is in STOP mode
PROFIBUS master is in OPERATE mode
Gateway holds the PROFIBUS token
Gateway is waiting for the PROFIBUS token
The MGate 5101-PBM-MN is an industrial Ethernet gateway for
PROFIBUS-to-Modbus-TCP network communication.
Package Checklist
Before installing the MGate 5101-PBM-MN, verify that the package
contains the follo wing items:
• 1 MGate 5101-PBM-MN gateway
• Quick installation guide (printed)
• Warranty Card
Please notify your sales representative if any of the above items are
missing or damaged.
Optional Accessories (can be purchased separately):
• CBL-F9M9-150: DB9-female-to-DB9-male serial cable, 150 cm
• CBL-F9M9-20: DB9-female-to-DB9-male ser ial cable, 20 cm
• Mini DB9F-to-TB: DB9-female-to-terminal-block connector
• WK-36-01: Wall-mounting kit
Hardware Introduction
LED Indicators
PWR1
PWR2
Steady on: Power is on and the MGate is
Green
functioning normally
Blinking: The MGate has been located by the
Ready
COMM
CFG
PBM
TOK
Green,
up
Red
Blinkin g: Indicates an IP conflict, or the DHCP or
Data exchange with at least one slave (not all
PROFIBUS master is in CLEAR mode
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Amber
Steady: 10Mbps, no data is transmitting
Blinkin g: 10Mbps, data is transmit ting
Steady: 100Mbps, no data is transmitting
Blinkin g: 100Mbps, data is transmitting
Ethernet cable is disconnected
Connect the power adapter. Connect the 12-48 VDC power line
or DIN
device’s terminal block. Make sure the adapter is connected to
an earthed socket.
Use a PROFIBUS cable to connect the unit to a PROFIBUS slave
device.
Connect the unit to the Modbus TCP device.
mounting, push
down the spring and properly attach it to the
rail until it
“snaps” into place. For wall
kit (optiona l) firs
Two metal plates are provided for mounting the
unit on a wall or inside a cabinet. Attach the plates
to the unit’s rear panel with screws. With the plates
attached, use screws to mount the unit on a wall.
The heads of the screws should be 5 to 7 mm in
diameter, the shafts should be 3 to 4 mm in
diameter, and the length of the screws should be
more than 10.5 mm.
Ethernet
Green
Reset Button
The reset button is used to load factory defaults. Use a pointed object
such as a straightened paper clip to hold the reset button down for five
seconds. Release the reset button when the Ready LED stops blinking.
Hardware Installation Procedure
-rail power supply with the MGate 5101-PBM-MN
MGate 5101-PBM-MN series is designed to be
rail or mounted on a wall. For DIN-rail
t and then screw the device onto the wall.
Wall or Cabinet Mounting
For each screw, the head should be 6 mm or less in diameter, and the
shaft should be 3.5 mm or less in diameter.
mounting, install the wall-mount
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DIN-

The following figure illustrates the two mounting options:
Software Installation Information
To install MGate Manager, please download it from Moxa’s website at
http://www.moxa.com. For more detailed information about MGate
Manager, click the Documents button and select the MGate 5101-PBM-MN
User’s Manual.
The MGate 5101 also supports login via a web browser.
Default IP address: 192.168.127.254
Default account: admin
Default password: moxa
Pin Assignments
PROFIBUS Serial Port (Female DB9)
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Power Input and Relay Output Pinouts
Power Consumption
(Input Rating)
12 to 48 VDC, 360 mA (max.)
Standard Models: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Shielded
Ground
V2+ V2-
Power
Power
N.O. Common N.C.
Power
V1+ V1-
Specifications
Wide Temp. Models: -40 to 75°C (-40 to
ATEX and IECEx Information
1. ATE X Certificate number: DEMKO 14 ATEX 1288
2. IECEx number: IECEx UL 14.0023X
3. Certificate string: Ex nA IIC T4 Gc
Ambient range: 0°C ≤ Tamb ≤ 60°C (for suffix without –T)
Ambient range: -40°C ≤ Tamb ≤ 75°C (for suffix without –T)
4. Standards covered:
EN 60079-0: 2012+A11:2013/IEC 60079-0: Ed 6.0
EN 60079-15:2010/IEC 60079-15: Ed 4.0
5. Field-wiring connection:
The device uses a terminal block, solder on the power distribut ion
board, suitable for 12-24 AWG wire size, torque value 4.5 lb-in (0.51
N-m).
6. Battery information: Battery is not user replaceable.
7. Installation instructions:
• A 4 mm
• Conductors suitable for use at an ambient temperature of 84°C
8. Special conditions for safe use:
• The device is to be installed in an IECEx/ATEX Certified IP54
• The device is for use in an area of not more than pollution degree
2
external grounding screw is utilized.
must be used for the power supply termina l.
enclosure and accessible only through the use of a tool.
2 in accordance with IEC 60664-1.
conductor must be used when the connection to the
Power
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These devices are to be installed in an enclosure with a
tool-removable cover or door, suitable for the environment.
The equipment must be suitable for use in Class 1, D ivision 2,
Groups A, B, C, D, or nonhazardous locations only.
Do not disconnect equipment unless the power has been switched
off, or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Substitution of any components may impair suitability for Class 1,
Division 2.
EXPOSURE TO SOME CHEMICALS MAY DEGRADE THE SEALING
PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS USED IN THE FOLLOWING DEVICE:
Sealed Relay Device U21.
Moxa Inc.
No. 1111, Heping Rd., Bade Dist., Taoyuan City 334004, Taiwan
hazardous locations (Class 1, Division 2):
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