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Fieldbus Communication
ETHERNET
4.1.2.3 Coupler Modules
There are a number of hardware modules that allow for flexible arrangement
for setting up an ETHERNET network. They also offer important functions,
some of which are very similar.
The following table defines and compares these modules and is intended to
simplify the correct selection and appropriate application of them.
Module
Repeater
Bridge
Switch
Hub
Router
Gateway
Tab. 4-2: Comparison of Coupler Modules for Networks
4.1.2.4 Transmission Mode
Some ETHERNET based WAGO couplers/controllers support both 10Mbit/s
and 100Mbit/s for either full or half duplex operation. To guarantee a safe and
fast transmission, both these couplers/controllers and their link partners must
be configured for the same transmission mode.
Note
A faulty configuration of the transmission mode may result in a link loss
condition, a poor network performance or a faulty behavior of the
coupler/controller.
The IEEE 802.3u ETHERNET standard defines two possibilities for
configuring the transmission modes:
• Static configuration
• Dynamic configuration
Characteristics/application
Amplifier for signal regeneration, connection on a physical level. 1
Segmentation of networks to increase the length.
Multiport bridge, meaning each port has a separate bridge
function.
Logically separates network segments, thereby reducing network
traffic.
Consistent use makes ETHERNET collision-free.
Used to create star topologies, supports various transmission
media, does not prevent any network collisions.
Links two or more data networks.
Matches topology changes and incompatible packet sizes (e.g.
used in industrial and office areas).
Links two manufacturer-specific networks which use different
software and hardware (i.e., ETHERNET and Interbus-Loop).
ISO/OSI
layer
2
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2
3
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WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM 750
ETHERNET TCP/IP
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