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PLX35-NB2
Network Bridge
May 8, 2020
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  • Page 1 PLX35-NB2 Network Bridge May 8, 2020 USER MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Your Feedback Please

    Neither ProSoft Technology nor any of its affiliates or subsidiaries shall be responsible or liable for misuse of the information contained herein. Information in this document including illustrations, specifications and dimensions may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.

  • Page 3: Important Installation Instructions

    WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR THE AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS. Class 2 Power Agency Approvals and Certifications Please visit our website: www.prosoft-technology.com ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 3 of 70...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Cloud-based Management Using ProSoft Connect Login and Activate ProSoft Connect ..............49 Creating and Connecting a new VPN Client ............53 5.2.1 Verifying the VPN Connection ................57 Using ProSoft Connect to Configure the PLX35-NB2 ........... 59 Page 4 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 5 5.4.1 Editing Team Member Access ................62 Changing Firmware ....................63 Ethernet Cable Specifications Ethernet Cable Configuration ................. 67 Support, Service & Warranty Contacting Technical Support ................68 Warranty Information ....................69 Index ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 5 of 70...

  • Page 6: Start Here

     Locally control the VPN connection through an EtherNet/IP® message. The PLX35-NB2 provides 2 Ethernet ports. One port is used for the local network requiring remote access. The second port is used to connect to the internet. ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Ethernet Port Environmental IEC 60068; -22°F to +158°F (-30°C to +70°C) Operating Temperature IEC 60068-30; 5% to 95%, with no condensation Humidity 10 to 30 VDC External Power < 6W Peak Power Consumption ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 7 of 70...

  • Page 8: Plx35-Nb2 Package Contents

    PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge PLX35-NB2 Package Contents The following components are included with the PLX35-NB2 and are required for installation and configuration. Important: Before beginning the installation, please verify all of the following items are present. Part Name Part Number Part Description Qty.

  • Page 9: Failover And Automatic Backup & Factory Reset

    (the FLT LED is solid red and the CFG LED blinks amber). While in this state, the PLX35-NB2 can be accessible using its default configuration. A new upgrade can be performed on the gateway which should fix the serious malfunction that led to the failover state.

  • Page 10: Quick Start

    Network Bridge Quick Start Local Configuration Task Page Install the module Connect to the PLX35-NB2 webpage Set gateway configuration parameters Configure login credentials Update firmware ProSoft Connect Setup and Configuration ProSoft Connect allows you to remotely configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the gateway.

  • Page 11: Installing The Plx35-Nb2

    There is adequate airflow around the gateway, but also protected from direct exposure to the elements, such as sun, rain, and dust. Caution: The PLX35-NB2 is in a hardened case, and is designed for use in industrial and extreme environments; however, unless you are using cables expressly designed for such environments, the cables can fail if exposed to the same conditions the PLX35-NB2 can withstand.

  • Page 12: Led Indicators

    Installing the PLX35-NB2 PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge LED Indicators The following tables describe the diagnostic LEDs on the PLX35-NB2. State Description The module cannot reach the internet and is not managed MGMT by ProSoft Connect (default). The module can reach the internet.
  • Page 13 PLX35-NB2 Installing the PLX35-NB2 Network Bridge User Manual Ethernet Port LEDs State Description No activity on the port 100 Mbit Flashing Amber The Ethernet port is actively transmitting or receiving data. No physical connection is detected. No Ethernet LNK/ACT communication is possible. Check wiring and cables.

  • Page 14: Local Configuration Using The Plx35-Nb2 Configuration Webpage

    Apply power to the module. To log into the PLX35-NB2 configuration webpage through the network, your PC must be able to connect to the PLX35-NB2. The default IP address of the PLX35-NB2 is 192.168.0.250. If your PC is on a different subnet, temporarily set the IP address of your PC to 192.168.0.xxx with a subnet of...

  • Page 15: Using The Overview Tab

    PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual After you successfully log in, the configuration webpage displays the tab. VERVIEW This page allows you to:  View Performance Information  View Device Details  Update Firmware ...

  • Page 16: Setting Gateway Configuration Parameters

    Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Setting Gateway Configuration Parameters Click on the Gateway tab. Use the following tables to enter the appropriate parameters: Gateway Description Parameter Enter a name for this gateway. Gateway Name Enter a description to describe the gateway.
  • Page 17 PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual Local Area Network Description Parameter Enter the IP address of the gateway. This is a static IP address. The default IP address is 192.168.0.250. (The netmask is always 255.255.255.0).
  • Page 18 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Wide Area Network (WAN) Description Parameter This is set to Enabled by default. If your administrator wants to assign a static DHCP Client IP, this should be set to Disabled.

  • Page 19: Open Source Software And License Information

    Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual 4.3.1 Open Source Software and License Information To view a list of the software and licenses contained in the PLX35-NB2, click on the L link at the bottom of the Gateway tab. ICENSES A list of the Open Source software and its license terms are displayed: ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 20 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge License Details: Each entry can be expanded: Page 20 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 21: Configuring Login Credentials

    PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual Configuring Login Credentials The gateway is shipped with the following login defaults: User: admin Password: password The Access tab allows you to change the defaults. Click on the Access tab to view the Access page.
  • Page 22 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Advanced Configuration Click on the Advanced Configuration link. Select the Web Protocol. Select HTTP or HTTPS. Choose the port depending on what protocol is selected. Click A when complete.

  • Page 23: Initial / Factory Reset Login

    Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual 4.4.1 Initial / Factory Reset Login This procedure is used for brand new units, or resetting the PLX35-NB2 to the default configuration. The default credentials are as follows: User: admin Password: password Note: Beginning with PLX35-NB2 firmware v1.5, this process requires you to change the default...
  • Page 24 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Select a password that is compatible with the following rules:  Between 8 and 40 characters  At least one upper case letter  At least one lowercase letter ...
  • Page 25 PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual After logging in using the username and the new password, future password changes can be done from the Access tab as in the Configuring Login Credentials section on page 21.

  • Page 26: File Relay

    Files can be copied to the PLX35-NB2 SD card from a FTP/SFTP Client. The files can then transferred to a remote FTP/SFTP Server, or via ProSoft Connect.
  • Page 27 PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual In the Incoming section of the File Relay tab, select the FTP or SFTP Protocol to enable FTP or SFTP Incoming file transfer. Use the following tables to enter the appropriate parameters:...
  • Page 28 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Public Key that authenticates SFTP Server and proves its identity to PLX35-NB2 Host Key client. This should be copied from SFTP Server and pasted here.  Used only for SFTP ...
  • Page 29 Network Bridge User Manual Note: Host Key will be removed from the outgoing server configuration upon downgrade from PLX35-NB2 1.5 release to any older firmware. SSH-Key is the public key that authenticates the SFTP Server user for file SSH-Key transfer. Once generated, it should be copied to the SFTP Server as a .pub file and associated with the designated user.

  • Page 30: Example #1: Transferring Files Across Segmented Networks Using Ftp

    This example shows an incoming FTP to an outgoing FTP.  On the LAN port, the PLX35-NB2 acts as a FTP Server for the incoming files to a WinSCP Client, The files will be temporarily stored in the PLX35- NB2 SD card.
  • Page 31 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual From the WinSCP Client, open a FTP session to PLX35-NB2 and transfer a few files to the upload folder on the PLX35-NB2 SD card: Click Ok. ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 32 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Log into the FTP Filezilla Server. User: admin Password: Prosoft1234! Folder: C:\FTP_Root): Page 32 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 33 PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual Start the server: ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 33 of 70...
  • Page 34 User Manual Network Bridge At the configured Daily Upload Time, set (hh:mm, default is 03:00). The files from the PLX35-NB2 SD card upload folder will be time-stamped (yyyy-mm-dd) and transferred to the FTP Filezilla Server on folder C:\FTP_Root. Page 34 of 70...

  • Page 35: Example #2: Transferring Files Across Segmented Networks Using Sftp

    Using SFTP This example shows an incoming SFTP to Outgoing SFTP.  On the LAN port, the PLX35-NB2 acts as a SFTP Server for the incoming files from the WinSCP Client. The files will be temporarily stored on the SD card.
  • Page 36 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge From the WinSCP Client, open a SFTP session to PLX35-NB2 and transfer few files to upload folder on PLX35-NB2 SD card: Page 36 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 37 PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 37 of 70...
  • Page 38 Generate a key on Bitvise Manage host keys, export it as OpenSSH format, then copy the key to Host Key box into the PLX35-NB2  Generate SSH Key on PLX35-NB2, copy into a .pub file and add it on admin account on Bitvise server Page 38 of 70...
  • Page 39 User Manual After the Bitvise server is started, set the Daily Upload Time (hh:mm, default is 03:00). The files from the PLX35-NB2 SD card upload folder will be time-stamped (yyyy-mm-dd) and transferred to PC 2 FTP Bitvise Server on folder C:\SFTP_Root.

  • Page 40: Sd Card

    Parameter Recommended to be done before manually removing SD Card. Eject This allows the SD card to be visible to the PLX35-NB2. When the SD Card is not Mount ‘mounted’, it will not be visible to the PLX35-NB2. Checks the SD Card for errors. This should be used in case the SD Card cannot File System Check be mounted.
  • Page 41 PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual Space Management Description Parameter Reclaim Space Automatically cleans up the SD Card. Default value is Disabled. High Water Mark (%) The system will start deleting files from the SD Card when this threshold is reached.

  • Page 42: Viewing Gateway Log File Activity

    Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Viewing Gateway Log file Activity Click on the A tab. CTIVITY Options on this page include search, search filter options, and a Download log file option. Click on the D button to download a .txt file to the...

  • Page 43: Importing A Configuration File

    PLX35-NB2 Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage Network Bridge User Manual Importing a Configuration File Select I from the setup icon located in the upper-right MPORT ONFIGURATION corner of any configuration page. Locate and select a configuration file to import and then click the Import button.

  • Page 44: Exporting A Configuration File

    Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge Exporting a Configuration File Select Export Configuration from the setup icon located in the upper-right corner of any configuration page. The gateway downloads a tar.gz file to your PC or laptop. Do not modify this file.

  • Page 45: Updating The Firmware

    If running firmware version is 1.2.31 or newer, performing a downgrade to versions 1.2.13, 1.1.57 or 1.0.24 is not supported. Note: ProSoft Connect can also schedule updates to the latest firmware for multiple PLX35-NB2 gateways. Click the S...

  • Page 46: Rebooting The Gateway

    Local Configuration using the PLX35-NB2 Configuration Webpage PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge 4.11 Rebooting the Gateway Click the S icon in the upper-right corner of the page and then click ETUP EBOOT GATEWAY This opens the Reboot gateway dialog. Click the R button when ready.

  • Page 47: Factory Reset

    Network Bridge User Manual 4.12 Factory Reset The Factory Reset option will reset the PLX35-NB2 to its default configuration. All custom configuration changes will be lost after this procedure. Press the cogwheel symbol in the top right corner of the page.
  • Page 48 User Manual Network Bridge After a few minutes, the PLX35-NB2 will be available via its local UI, using the default IP address (192.168.0.250) and the default port (8080). After the factory reset is complete, the first login will be done using the default credentials (admin/password).

  • Page 49: Cloud-Based Management Using Prosoft Connect

    Login and Activate ProSoft Connect Obtaining the Activation Key ProSoft Connect requires that you activate the PLX35-NB2 the first time you use it. You must obtain an activation key from the gateway. Connect your gateway WAN port to a network that can reach the internet.
  • Page 50 After you are logged in, you can take a tour of the features of ProSoft Connect by clicking T . Or you can skip the tour to configure the AKE THE TOUR gateway. Page 50 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 51 Cloud-based Management Using ProSoft Connect Network Bridge User Manual When ready, activate the PLX35-NB2 within the tour, or you can click on the button from the Gateways tab. ATEWAY ProSoft Connect prompts you for the activation key that you recorded earlier.
  • Page 52 Cloud-based Management Using ProSoft Connect PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge 10 Upon successful activation, the PLX35-NB2 appears on the Gateways page. Page 52 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 53: Creating And Connecting A New Vpn Client

    If you already have a ProSoft Connect VPN Client established in your Network Connections folder, you do not need to perform these steps. Once your PLX35-NB2 is activated, the gateway is displayed on the Gateways page. ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 54 Cloud-based Management Using ProSoft Connect PLX35-NB2 User Manual Network Bridge In the Gateways tab, click on the C button of the gateway profile. ONNECT Assign the PC’s IP address and subnet mask. Page 54 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 55 The system generates a unique secure one-time use username. Click the C button to save this username. OPY TO LIPBOARD Click "S ." This opens the Set Up VPN HOW ME HOW TO SETUP MY CLIENT Client in ProSoft Connect dialog. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 55 of 70...
  • Page 56 User Manual Network Bridge Click on the I ) option. Follow the NITIAL ONFIGURATION TIME SETUP tutorial to complete the setup. The tutorial also shows you how to connect to the VPN tunnel. Page 56 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 57: Verifying The Vpn Connection

    This indicator is grayed out if there is no connection established. However, you can hover over this indicator to obtain more information about the connection. The example above shows that both the gateway and the user are connected to the VPN server. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 57 of 70...
  • Page 58 This example shows a connection between the gateway and the VPN server. However, it shows the user as "Disconnected". In this case, ProSoft Connect may be waiting for the user to provide a user name in order to connect to the VPN. Page 58 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 59: Using Prosoft Connect To Configure The Plx35-Nb2

    This opens the gateway's configuration pages. In addition to the normal features of ProSoft Connect, these configuration pages are exclusive to the PLX35-NB2. The configuration tabs are the same as those described under "Local Configuration using the Gateway's Configuration Webpage” on page 14.

  • Page 60: Adding Team Members

    Click on the Team icon. Click on the I button located in the upper-right hand NVITE EMBERS corner of the page. Page 60 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 61 When you are done, click the S button. You should receive an NVITATION “invitation sent successfully” message if the email address was valid. You can edit a member’s access rights once the invite is sent. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 61 of 70...

  • Page 62: Editing Team Member Access

    "Connect only" which means that that user is allowed to create a tunnel, but is not allowed to configure a gateway. Change this user's access rights by clicking on any of the first 3 access selections and then click the S button. CCESS Page 62 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 63: Changing Firmware

    ProSoft Connect. The are two ways to start the firmware change process: i. Click the firmware C hyperlink in the Device Details block HANGE ii. Select C from the setup icon in the top-right corner of HANGE FIRMWARE every configuration page. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 63 of 70...
  • Page 64 Schedule for Later - Allows you to select additional gateways for upgrade and then allows you to schedule a data and time for the upgrade to occur. Page 64 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.
  • Page 65 The firmware upgrade starts immediately. Schedule for Later With the correct firmware version selected, click the S CHEDULE FOR ATER button. You are prompted as to whether or not you want to schedule upgrades for other gateways. ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 65 of 70...
  • Page 66 Schedule the date and time for the firmware change to occur. Click the S button. CHEDULE If you want to schedule changes for other gateways, use the A PPLY TO THIS button and follow the same procedure. GATEWAY AND SELECTED Page 66 of 70 ProSoft Technology, Inc.

  • Page 67: Ethernet Cable Specifications

    ProSoft recommends using using a category 5 (or better) Ethernet cable with the PLX35-NB2. A category 5 cable has four twisted pairs of wire that are color- coded and cannot be swapped. The gateway only uses two of the four pairs when running at 10 MBit or 100 MBit speeds.

  • Page 68: Support, Service & Warranty

    Support about issues in ProSoft Connect, or gateways managed by ProSoft Connect. ProSoft Technology, Inc. is committed to providing the most efficient and effective support possible. Before calling, please gather the following information to assist in expediting this process:...

  • Page 69: Warranty Information

    REGIONAL TECH SUPPORT Japanese, Korean support.la@prosoft-technology.com REGIONAL TECH SUPPORT support.ap@prosoft-technology.com For additional ProSoft Technology contacts in your area, please visit: https://www.prosoft-technology.com/About-Us/Contact-Us. Warranty Information For complete details regarding ProSoft Technology’s TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SALE, WARRANTY, SUPPORT, SERVICE AND RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION INSTRUCTIONS, please see the documents at: www.prosoft-technology.com/legal...
  • Page 70 Warranty Information • 70 Cloud-based Management using ProSoft Connect • 50 Configuring User Access • 20 Connecting to the PLX35-NB2 Web Page • 14, 50 Contacting Technical Support • 8, 69 Your Feedback Please • 2 Content Disclaimer • 2 Create a new VPN Client •...

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