Network Communication - Simplex 4100ES Installation Manual

4.4.3 System design
To be used as a network node, a 4100ES panel must contain the following:
• CPU
• System Power Supply
• ES Power Supply
• 4100 Network Interface Card
• Optional cards
4.4.4

Network communication

Network communication is achieved via the 4100-6078 or 4100-6104 Network Interface Card (NIC). Each network node requires a NIC.
Once the FACU is a network node, it may be programmed to be fully in control of other nodes, or to be fully passive, or anywhere in
between.
4.5 4100ES Back Boxes
This section lists all back box PIDS for the 4100ES Fire Alarm System.
The 4100ES Back Boxes are shipped as follows:
Box and door enclosures:
2975-9441 One Bay Back Box, Glass Door and Dress Panels – Red (743-934)
2975-9442 Two-Bay Back Box, Glass Door and Dress Panel – Red (743-935)
2975-9443 Three-Bay Back Box, Glass Door and Dress Panel – Red (743-936)
2975-9444 One-Bay Back Box, Glass Door and Dress Panel – Platinum (743-937)
2975-9445 Two-Bay Back Box, Glass Door and Dress Panel – Platinum (743-938)
2975-9446 Three-Bay Back Box, Glass Door and Dress Panel – Platinum (743-939)
2975-9447 One-Bay Back Box, Solid Door and Dress Panel – Red (743-940)
2975-9448 Two-Bay Back Box, Solid Door and Dress Panel – Red (743-941)
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Figure 4: Interconnected loop configuration
4100ES Fire Alarm System Installation Guide
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