Communication/Networks

The application example "Read and write process and parameterization data of IO-Link masters, sensors and switching devices" is now available. A practical example illustrates access to the additional information on IO-Link devices.
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Communication networks are the backbone of every automation system. To achieve maximum uniformity and seamless integration into industrial plants, SIMATIC NET offers different Industrial Ethernet switching components: active network components for use direct at the SIMATIC, as stand-alone devices, or as plug-in communications processors with integral switch for PC and SIMATIC.
The revised brochure "Industrial Ethernet Switching" is now available in English and German.
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Simple – space-saving – suitable for industry: The low-cost and compact unmanaged SCALANCE XB-000 and XB-000G Industrial Ethernet switches enable space-saving installation on standard mounting rails in control cabinets, or wall mounting. You can use them to network machinery in the price-sensitive field level market with data transfer rates up to 1000 Mbit/s. The brochure shows the individual device versions on offer.
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The brochure "Markets change quickly" explains how you can structure flexible, efficient and powerful networks with SIMATIC NET. It is available in English and German.
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Communication networks are the backbone of any automation process. In order to achieve a seamless flow of information and maximum integration into your industrial plants, SIMATIC NET offers various Industrial Ethernet switching elements: active network components that can be used together with SIMATIC, as stand-alone devices or pluggable communications processors with integrated switches for PCs and SIMATIC.
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