
MGate W5108/W5208 Series
Quick Installation Guide
Edition 2.0, May 2017
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Overview
The MGate W5108/W5208 series of gateways come with 1 or 2 serial
ports, making them an ideal choice for connecting Modbus/DNP3 serial
devices to a wireless LAN. With IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n support, you can use
fewer cables in difficult wiring environments, and for secure data
transmission, the MGate W5108/W5208 series gateways support
WEP/WPA/WPA2. The gateways’ rugged design makes them suitable for
industrial applications, including oil & gas, power plant, process
automation, and factory automation.
Package Checklist
Before installing the MGate W5108/W5208 gateway, verify that the
package contains the following items:
• 1 MGate W5108 or W5208 gateway
• 1 antenna
• Documentation and software CD
• Quick installation guide (printed)
• Warranty card
Optional Accessories
• Mini DB9F-to-TB Adapter: DB9 female to terminal block adapter
for RS-422/485 applications
• WK-51-01: Wall mounting kit
• DR-4524: 45W/2A DIN-rail 24 VDC power supply with universal 85
to 264 VAC input
• DR-75-24: 75W/3.2A DIN-rail 24 VDC power supply with universal
85 to 264 VAC input
• DR-120-24: 120W/5A DIN-rail 24 VDC power supply with 88 to 132
VAC or 176 to 264 VAC input, selected by DIP switch
Notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or
damaged.
Hardware Introduction
As shown in the following figures, the MGate W5108 has 1 DB9 port for
transmitting serial data, and the MGate W5208 has 2 DB9 ports for
transmitting serial data. The MGate W5108/W5208 gateways come with 2
kV serial port isolation protection built in.