Ethernet Redundancy - Bosch MPC-xxxx-C Series User Manual

Panel Controller
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Ethernet redundancy

Depending on the topology of the network, it may be necessary to select a redundancy
protocol. The default setting for the redundancy mode is Off.
To specify a redundancy mode, go to the start menu and select:
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The change to the redundancy mode takes effect after restarting the panel.
RSTP settings
In the case of redundancy via RSTP, additional settings need to be made.
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Default settings that are to be used for default configurations are provided for the RSTP
parameters. Changes may only be made by trained specialist personnel. Competent
knowledge of networking and protocols is essential! Permission level 4 is required for
changes to the RSTP parameters of a previously configured panel.
To modify the parameters for redundancy via RSTP or to configure these for the first time:
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Changes to RSTP parameters take effect after restarting the panel.
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Configuration
Network services
Ethernet. The Configure Ethernet screen is displayed.
Activate the checkbox Use Ethernet settings.
Select Ethernet redundancy
Select the redundancy type from: Dual homing, RSTP or Off.
Select OK to apply the change to the redundancy mode or Cancel to discard the changes.
You are returned to the Configure Ethernet screen.
Select OK to confirm application of the Ethernet settings (Use Ethernet settings) or
Cancel to exit the screen without activating the Ethernet settings.
Select RSTP as the redundancy type.
Select Set parameters ... The values for bridge priority, hello time, maximum age and
forward delay are indicated. When you commission the panel controller for the first time,
all values are set to "0".
Select Default settings to overwrite these values with the default settings saved in the
panel controller (recommended!).
If the planned configuration requires a change to the default values:
Touch the field containing the value to be changed. Use the arrow keys on the operating
panel to select the desired numbers and modify the values using the number keys on the
alphanumeric keypad. If the values are outside of the defined minimum or maximum
values, the changes are not applied or a warning is displayed. If the values are
inconsistent, a formula appears indicating the corresponding dependencies of the values
as they relate to one another.
Select OK to apply the changes to the RSTP parameters or Cancel to discard the
changes.
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