Introduction; Feature Highlights - Siemens RUGGEDCOM RS416 Installation Manual

RUGGEDCOM RS416
Installation Guide

Introduction

The RUGGEDCOM RS416 is an industrially hardened serial device server with an integrated, fully managed,
Ethernet switch, designed to operate reliably in electrically harsh and climatically demanding environments.
Featuring a modular design that can support IEEE 1588 and IRIG-B time synchronization, up to 16 serial ports
and up to four Ethernet ports, the RS416 is able to interconnect and synchronize multiple types of intelligent
electronic devices (IEDs).
The time source is provided via IEEE 1588 v2 and converted to IRIG-B for distribution to the IEDs via the serial
ports or dedicated IRIG-B cabling. Each serial port supports standard data communications plus an IRIG-B time-
synchronization output. Using the RS416 results in fewer connectivity devices reducing overall system costs and
extends the useful life of existing legacy IEDs minimizing capital expenditure for new equipment.
The RS416 provides a high level of immunity to electromagnetic interference and heavy electrical surges typical
of environments found in electric utility substations, factory floors or in curb side traffic control cabinets. The
RS416 meets or exceeds a wide range of industry standards including IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, IEC 61000-6-2
and IEC 61800-3. The RS416 also features a wide operating temperature range of -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F)
allowing it to be installed in virtually any location.
The embedded Rugged Operating System (ROS®) within the RS416 provides advanced layer 2 and layer 3
networking functions, advanced cyber security features, and a full array of intelligent functionality for high network
availability and manageability. Coupled with the ruggedized hardware design, the RS416 is ideal for creating
mission-critical, real-time, control applications in any harsh environment.
The following sections provide more information about the RS416:
• Section 1.1, "Feature Highlights"
• Section 1.2, "Ports, Controls and Indicator LEDs"
Section 1.1

Feature Highlights

Serial Device Server
• Modular design allows for 4, 8, 12, or 16 serial ports
• Fully compliant EIA RS422/TIA RS485, RS422, RS232 serial ports (software selectable) with IRIG-B outputs
• Serial fiber interface (ST)
• Transmit serial data over an IP network
• Support for Modbus TCP, DNP 3, TIN serial protocols
• Baud rates up to 230 kbps
• Raw socket mode allows conversion of any serial protocol
• Point-to-point and multi-point modes
• Converts Modbus RTU to Modbus
• Supports multiple Modbus masters
• Converts DNP3.0 to DNP over UDP/TCP
Feature Highlights
Chapter 1
Introduction
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