AutomationDirect StrideLinx SE-SL30011 User Manual

AutomationDirect StrideLinx SE-SL30011 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Linx Industrial VPN Router with StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 USER MANUAL Manual Number: SE-SLVPN2-USER-M...
  • Page 2 770-844-4200. This publication is based on information that was available at the time it was published. At AutomationDirect we constantly strive to improve our products and services, so we reserve the right to make changes to the products and/or publications at any time without notice and without any obligation.
  • Page 3 Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre instalación u operación de este equipo, o si necesita información adicional, por favor llámenos al número 770-844-4200 en Estados Unidos. Esta publicación está basada en la información disponible al momento de la publicación. En AutomationDirect.com nos esforzamos constantemente para mejorar nuestros productos y servicios, así que nos reservamos el derecho de hacer cambios al producto y/o a las publicaciones en cualquier momento sin notificación y sin ninguna obligación.
  • Page 4 («activités à risque élevé»). La société AutomationDirect nie toute garantie expresse ou implicite d’aptitude à l’emploi en ce qui a trait aux activités à risque élevé.
  • Page 5 Linx Industrial VPN Routers with StrideLinx Platform 2 USER MANUAL Please include the Manual Number and the Manual Issue, both shown below, when communicating with Technical Support regarding this publication. Manual Number: SE-SLVPN2-USER-M Issue: 1st Edition Rev. C Issue Date: 01/23 Publication History Issue...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    able of onTenTs Chapter 1: Hardware Introduction .............................1-2 The Purpose of This User’s Manual ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 1-2 Technical Support ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-2 Conventions Used..........................1-2 Product Overview StrideLinx Industrial VPN Router ............1-3 Product Family ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-3 What’s in the Box? ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-3 Hardware Overview ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-4 Specifications �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 7 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 What is Stridelinx Cloud 2.0? ..................... 2-4 The Legalese ..........................2-5 Terms of Use ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-5 Data Fair Use Policy ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-5 Getting Started With StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 ................2-6 Overview of the Steps �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-6 Create an Account ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-7 Set Up your StrideLinx VPN Router ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-8 Connect to Your Machine ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 8 Loss of mobile phone or backup codes ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-49 Resource Center .........................2-50 Migration tool ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 Support portal ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 ADC Community ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 Still have a question? �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 Install the mobile app ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 AutomationDirect�com Store ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual 1st Edition Rev. C...
  • Page 9 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples Video Examples ..........................3-2 CLICK PLC Connection via Cellular Router SE-SL3011-4G..........3-3 Before You Begin ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3-3 Setup ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3-3 BRX PLC Connection via WiFi Router SE-SL3011-WF ............3-6 Before You Begin ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3-6 Setup ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 10 Linx Set up alarms ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 5-4 Notifications ........................... 5-6 Formatting the Alarm Notification Email �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5-6 What Happens When an Alarm is Triggered? ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5-7 Configuring Your Mobile Device to Receive Push Notifications ����������������������������������������� 5-8 Appendix A: Accessories & Add-on Licenses Antennas ............................A-2 4G LTE Antennas (for P/N SE-SL3011-4G and SE-SL3011-4GG) ��������������������������������������...
  • Page 11 Plan for Safety ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������C-3 Digital Input Safety Lockout �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������C-4 Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices StrideLinx Modbus to AutomationDirect PLC Address Maps ......... D-2 CLICK PLCs ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-2 DirectLogic PLCs ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-5 Do-more PLCs ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-7 Productivity Series PLCs �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-9 Appendix E: StrideLinx Network Security Introduction: Intended Audience .....................
  • Page 12 Servers ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ E-7 StrideLinx Cloud ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ E-7 VPN Client Security ........................E-7 Appendix F: Capabilities of Connected AutomationDirect Devices Network Topology ........................F-2 Network with StrideLinx VPN router using wired or WiFi network connectivity������������F-3 Network with StrideLinx VPN router using 4G cellular network connectivity ����������������F-4 Device Capabilities ........................
  • Page 13 hapter hapter hapter ardware In this Chapter... Introduction ........................... 1-2 The Purpose of This User’s Manual ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-2 Technical Support ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-2 Conventions Used ........................1-2 Product Overview StrideLinx Industrial VPN Router ............1-3 Product Family �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-3 What’s in the Box? ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1-3 Hardware Overview �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 14: Chapter 1: Hardware

    The Purpose of This User’s Manual Thank you for purchasing our StrideLinx™ series Industrial VPN Router. This manual describes AutomationDirect.com’s StrideLinx industrial VPN routers, their specifications and included components, and provides you with important information for installation, connectivity and setup.
  • Page 15: Product Overview Stridelinx Industrial Vpn Router

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Product Overview StrideLinx Industrial VPN Router The StrideLinx series of industrial VPN routers is the hardware component for the StrideLinx Cloud. The StrideLinx router makes it convenient to remotely connect to your equipment, while the built-in firewall keeps your equipment safe from outside threats. Beyond remote access, StrideLinx also enables you to customize your Cloud to send alarms &...
  • Page 16: Hardware Overview

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Hardware Overview The StrideLinx router is created with performance and a multitude of hardware capabilities in mind. Factory reset switch SIM slot (4G models only) Antenna connector (4G models - 2 connectors SE-SL3011-WF - 1 connector) Power input USB Connector Signal LED...
  • Page 17: Specifications

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Specifications General Specifications USB 2.0 (for configuration only) Processor MIPS 800 MHz Digital Input for Local Control Operating temperature -20°C to +65°C [-4°F to +149°F] Storage temperature -20°C to +65°C [-4°F to +149°F] Relative humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing Operating altitude Maximum 2000m Storage altitude...
  • Page 18 Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Ethernet Interface Ethernet ports Five GbE (4x LAN, 1x WAN) Port Type Shielded RJ45 Auto-Crossover Yes, allows you to use straight-through or crossover wired cables Auto-Sensing Operation Yes, full and half duplex Auto-Negotiating Speed Flow Control Automatic Operating Mode Store and forward wire speed switching, non-blocking...
  • Page 19: Dimensions

    If only one antenna is connected to a 4G router, it must be connected to the MAIN antenna connector, closer to the front of the router. For compatible antennas, see Appendix A or visit www.AutomationDirect.com. StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual...
  • Page 20: Installation

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Installation Installation and Removal Procedures NOTE: These devices are open-type and are meant to be installed in an enclosure which is only accessible with the use of a tool and suitable for the environment. Installing and Removing from DIN rail The StrideLinx router can be easily installed on a standard DIN rail.
  • Page 21: Wiring

    If you have any questions concerning the installation or operation of this equipment, or if you need additional information, please call technical support at 1-800-633-0405 or 770-844-4200. This publication is based on information that was available at the time it was printed. At Automationdirect.com ®...
  • Page 22 2 power supply. A DC voltage in the range of 12 to 24 VDC needs to be applied between the V+ terminal and the V- terminal as shown above. A recommended DC power supply is AutomationDirect.com part number PSL-24-030. Digital Input (DI1) The digital input may be configured to restrict remote access to the router when the input is in either an ON or OFF state.
  • Page 23: Operation

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Operation LED Status Indicators The StrideLinx router has two LEDs for router status, and one LED per Ethernet port. Signal LED (SE-SL3011-4G, -4GG & -WF models) Color Mode Description Blinking continuously No reception Blinking 2 pulses SIM card invalid, PIN invalid or PUK required Constant Low reception...
  • Page 24: Reset To Factory Default

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Reset to Factory Default Online Help WARNING: This action cannot be undone. You’ll have to re-register your device on the StrideLinx Cloud and complete the configuration steps before connecting by VPN. Factory resetting a router will return all settings on the device to their factory default value. You cannot undo a factory reset! After doing a factory reset you’ll have to register the device again.
  • Page 25: Cellular Data Service And Sim Card Registration

    NOTE: AutomationDirect recommends that users purchase the AT&T M2M SIM cards intended for data applications like the StrideLinx router. The following section provides instruction on acquiring an AT&T M2M SIM card. AutomationDirect can only offer support for AT&T 4G connections using an AT&T M2M SIM card purchased at the link below.
  • Page 26 Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Select Connectivity (data per device per 30 days) (3). Be sure to scroll down in the drop down window to see all choices – up to 10GB/device (4). Select Number of SIM Cards (5). Select Device “IXON – StrideLinx VPN Router 4G” (6). Add to Cart &...
  • Page 27: T-Mobile Cellular Data Service And Sim Card Registration

    Chapter 1: Hardware T-Mobile Cellular Data Service and SIM Card Registration While AutomationDirect does not offer technical support for this setup, the StrideLinx 4G router can be used with a T-Mobile prepaid 4G data plan. To do so, first visit a T-Mobile store and purchase an LTE data plan and SIM card for a hotspot device.
  • Page 28: Verizon Cellular Data Service And Sim Card Registration

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Verizon Cellular Data Service and SIM Card Registration The global 4G cellular router (SE-SL3011-4GG) is compatible with cellular data service from Verizon Wireless. All Verizon service setup is done through https://thingspace.verizon.com. Please create your Verizon account and activate your SIM card for the specific router IMEI number before inserting the SIM card into the router.
  • Page 29 Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Once you’ve received your SIM card and router, return to ThingSpace. On the Devices tab, select Action , then Activate to add a new device (router and SIM card). Enter the devices to activate. For each activation, you’ll need to enter the router’s IMEI (device ID) and the SIM card’s ICCID (SIM ID), separated by a comma, and click Next.
  • Page 30 Linx Chapter 1: Hardware 9. Wait for the Device status to change from Pending Activation to Active. 10. Configure the StrideLinx router to use a cellular WAN connection, as discussed in the Getting Started section of Chapter 2. 11. Once the router is set up and comes online, the Connection status on ThingSpace will change to Connected.
  • Page 31: Stridelinx Router Connectivity Requirements For Local It

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware StrideLinx Router Connectivity Requirements for Local IT The StrideLinx VPN router allows the user to connect to remote industrial controls equipment from Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular network connections. The remote user may fully operate and monitor the local control system and affect the function and control of the application just as the local operator controls it.
  • Page 32: Servers & Domains

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Servers & domains The StrideLinx router connects to different servers: REST API, MQTT, and OpenVPN servers, which include the following domains: • *.ixon.cloud • *.ixon.net • *.ayayot.com (phonetic IIoT) For your convenience, we provide a domain name that resolves to an always up-to-date IP list of all current servers: •...
  • Page 33: Agency Approvals

    Linx Chapter 1: Hardware Agency Approvals Applicable European Directives The StrideLinx router is in conformity with the provisions of the following European Directives. Applicable European Directives Directive Description EMC Directive 2014/30/EU Product safety Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU Use of the radio spectrum RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU Restriction of hazardous substances including amendment 2015/863...
  • Page 34 Linx Chapter 1: Hardware FCC Compliance The product described in this User Manual complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The StrideLinx router is a class B Information Technology Equipment (ITE) device. Operating is subject to the following conditions: •...
  • Page 35 hapter hapter hapter tride Loud In this Chapter... What is Stridelinx Cloud 2.0? ....................2-4 The Legalese ..........................2-5 Terms of Use ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2-5 Data Fair Use Policy ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2-5 Getting Started With StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 ................2-6 Overview of the Steps ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2-6 Create an Account ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 36 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Device Management .........................2-26 Transfer a Router to Another Company �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-26 Recover device settings after factory reset (recovery mode) �����������������������������������������2-27 Remove a device from your company���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-27 Save/Load Router Configuration Templates ��������������������������������������������������������������������������2-28 Connect to Devices Behind the StrideLinx Router ............2-29 Device Status ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-29 VPN Service �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-30 VNC Service �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-31...
  • Page 37 Loss of mobile phone or backup codes �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-49 Resource Center ........................2-50 Migration tool ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 Support portal �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 ADC Community ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 Still have a question?������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 Install the mobile app �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 AutomationDirect�com Store ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������2-50 StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual 1st Edition Rev. C...
  • Page 38: Chapter 2: Stridelinx Cloud 2.0

    Use your device’s services and invite users: Online Help This is where you’ll normally interact with StrideLinx, including Portal monitoring and connecting to your remote equipment. Video Overview: https://www.automationdirect.com/VID-CM-0054 Manage your company: Online Help Configure your companies, users, and roles. Manage access and Admin audit changes.
  • Page 39: The Legalese

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 The Legalese Terms of Use The StrideLinx Cloud is powered by IXON, B.V., and use of the service requires acceptance of IXON’s Terms of Use. The most recent version of the Terms of Use is always available by clicking your user avatar in the upper right corner of the StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 site.
  • Page 40: Getting Started With Stridelinx Cloud 2.0

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Getting Started With StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 We’ll assume you have purchased a StrideLinx VPN Router, and have wired it up using the instructions in Chapter 1. Now you’re ready to get started using the StrideLinx Cloud at https://www.StrideLinx.com.
  • Page 41: Create An Account

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Create an Account Each user on the StrideLinx Cloud must have a unique User Account, Online Help which can be connected to one or more Companies. Each StrideLinx VPN Router is a part of one Company.
  • Page 42: Set Up Your Stridelinx Vpn Router

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Set Up your StrideLinx VPN Router Now that you have your personal user account and it is associated with a Online Help company, you are ready to get your StrideLinx router connected.
  • Page 43: Connect To Your Machine

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Register Config file Activate Using a wired connection (any model StrideLinx router) The StrideLinx VPN Router will be connected to Stridelinx Cloud 2.0 Online Help using an Ethernet cable connected to a port on your company network.
  • Page 44 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Register Config file Activate Using a wireless connection (Part # SE-SL3011-WF only) The StrideLinx VPN Router will be connected to Stridelinx Cloud 2.0 Online Help using a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN connection to an access point on your company network.
  • Page 45 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Register Config file Activate Using a cellular connection (Part # SE-SL3011-4G and SE-SL3011-4GG only) The StrideLinx VPN Router will be connected to Stridelinx Cloud 2.0 Online Help using a 2.4 GHz wireless LAN connection to an access point on your company network.
  • Page 46 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Register Config file Activate Register your router on StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Online Help Once the configuration file is placed on a USB flash drive, you can start registering your StrideLinx router.
  • Page 47 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Register Config file Activate Activate your StrideLinx router Online Help After a successful registration of your router, you can activate your router, making it ready for use.
  • Page 48 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Connect to Your Machine You will first establish a VPN connection to your router, and then you can Online Help connect to your machine using your development software and any other software you would normally use if you would be on-site.
  • Page 49 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Create an Set up your Connect to your Getting Started: account Router Machine Establish a VPN connection Open the StrideLinx Portal, which is accessible via the Apps menu in the top right corner when logged into your StrideLinx account. Open the main menu , select Devices in the left menu, select the router, and...
  • Page 50: Update Router Settings

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings Most router settings are managed in the Fleet Manager app. To open it, log in to StrideLinx and select Fleet Manager from the Apps menu in the top right corner of the screen. Throughout this section, we’ll assume you already have the Fleet Manager app open.
  • Page 51: Wan (Internet) Settings, Wired Network

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) WAN (Internet) Settings, Wired Network Online Help The router’s WAN configuration determines how the router connects to StrideLinx Cloud 2.0. Depending on your router model, you can configure it to connect via a wired, wireless, or cellular network. If the router has more than one connection available (e.g., wired and wireless), you can set up multiple connection types for redundancy.
  • Page 52: Wan (Internet) Settings, Wireless Network

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) WAN (Internet) Settings, Wireless Network Online Help The router’s WAN configuration determines how the router connects to StrideLinx Cloud. Depending on your router model, you can configure it to connect via a wired, wireless, or cellular network. If the router has more than one connection available (e.g., wired and wireless), you can set up multiple connection types for redundancy.
  • Page 53: Wan (Internet) Settings, Cellular Network

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) WAN (Internet) Settings, Cellular Network Online Help The router’s WAN configuration determines how the router connects to StrideLinx Cloud. Depending on your router model, you can configure it to connect via a wired, wireless, or cellular network. If the router has more than one connection available (e.g., wired and wireless), you can set up multiple connection types for redundancy.
  • Page 54: Fallback Wan Connections (Failover)

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) Fallback WAN Connections (Failover) Online Help If your router model supports different connection types then you can configure multiple connections (max. one of each type) which will then be used as backup connections when the primary connection is unavailable, thus increasing the availability of your machine.
  • Page 55: Lan (Machine Network) Settings

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) LAN (Machine Network) Settings DHCP Server Online Help The StrideLinx router has it’s own DHCP server that automatically assigns an IP address, and other necessary network parameters, to clients connected to the router’s LAN ports if they do not have a static IP address configured. The DHCP server is enabled by default, but can be disabled if necessary.
  • Page 56: Wi-Fi Hotspot

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) Wi-Fi Hotspot Online Help The SE-SL3011-WF StrideLinx VPN Router can serve as a Wi-Fi hotspot for LAN devices, either with a wired WAN connection or simultaneously with a wireless WAN connection. The Wi-Fi hotspot can be used to: •...
  • Page 57: Additional Subnets Behind External Gateway

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) Additional Subnets Behind External Gateway Online Help Usually, you can only access one IP range (subnet) remotely, based on the LAN IP and network mask set for your router (e.g., 192.168.140.x). If you have a device on the LAN (machine side) of your router that has multiple Ethernet ports and can serve as a gateway between subnets, then you can add those extra subnets to your router to allow remote access to them over StrideLinx Cloud, as follows.
  • Page 58: Router Firewall Settings

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) Router Firewall Settings Online Help The StrideLinx router’s advanced built-in firewall completely separates its WAN network (company network) from its LAN network (machine network). It blocks all communication except for authorized and encrypted data verified by a valid identity certificate.
  • Page 59: Switch Vpn Off Remotely To Reduce Data Usage

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Update Router Settings (cont’d) Switch VPN Off Remotely to Reduce Data Usage Online Help Your device’s VPN connection (StrideLinx router to StrideLinx Cloud) is, by default, always enabled. However, you can disable it for moments you don’t need it and then enable it again for moments you do need it.
  • Page 60: Device Management

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Device Management Transfer a Router to Another Company Online Help A router is assigned to a single company. To assign a router to a different company, the router may be reset to default and reconfigured, or you can easily transfer a device from one company (source) to another (destination) in StrideLinx Cloud without the need to remove or re-register the device.
  • Page 61: Recover Device Settings After Factory Reset (Recovery Mode)

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Device Management (cont’d) Recover device settings after factory reset (recovery mode) Online Help After doing a factory reset, the device may no longer automatically connect to StrideLinx Cloud, as its network has been reset. If the device is still listed in StrideLinx and you want to re-use those settings, follow the steps below and then register your device again.
  • Page 62: Save/Load Router Configuration Templates

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Device Management (cont’d) Save/Load Router Configuration Templates Online Help A device template can help you copy router network settings and efficiently set up multiple routers. The template can include most of the network parameters used to configure a new device. A few settings, such as router hardware info, WAN connection parameters and data details for the devices behind the router, are specific to each router and can’t be included in a template.
  • Page 63: Connect To Devices Behind The Stridelinx Router

    WebSocket Service (connect a WebSocket client on your PC to a WebSocket server on your machine) Please refer to Chapter 3 to configure the many device options from AutomationDirect.com. Setting up access to services on your equipment is managed in the Fleet Manager app. To open it, log in to your StrideLinx account and select Fleet Manager from the Apps menu in the top right corner of the screen.
  • Page 64: Vpn Service

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Connect to Devices Behind the StrideLinx Router (cont’d) VPN Service Online Help The VPN service, which enables you to establish a VPN connection to your device, is added to each router by default and cannot be removed. You can, however, configure who may use this VPN service by assigning an access category, as explained below, or you can disable the VPN service entirely by switching off the device’s VPN connection.
  • Page 65: Vnc Service

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Connect to Devices Behind the StrideLinx Router (cont’d) VNC Service Online Help VNC is a remote screensharing protocol. If you can connect your PC to your machine’s local subnet and share its screen via VNC, the StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 VNC service will allow you to access the shared screen remotely from a web browser.
  • Page 66: Http Service

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Connect to Devices Behind the StrideLinx Router (cont’d) HTTP Service Online Help If your machine runs an HTTP server, you can access it over the VPN connection, or you can access it without needing to establish a VPN connection to your device by setting it up as a service.
  • Page 67: Websocket Service

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Connect to Devices Behind the StrideLinx Router (cont’d) WebSocket Service Online Help If your machine runs a WebSocket server, you can access it over the VPN connection, or you can access it without you first needing to establish a VPN connection to your device by setting it up as a service.
  • Page 68: Installing Vpn Client Software On Your Pc

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Installing VPN Client Software on Your PC The VPN client is a lightweight application that runs in the background Online Help on your computer. It creates a virtual Ethernet port on your PC and handles all communication between your PC, StrideLinx Cloud, and your remote machine.
  • Page 69: Using Stridelinx On Your Mobile Device

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Using StrideLinx on Your Mobile Device Apps are available on the iTunes App Store and the Google Play Store. Online Help Android and iOS devices can access services set up for connection through the StrideLinx Cloud, or may establish a direct VPN connection through the StrideLinx router.
  • Page 70: Android Client

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Using StrideLinx on Your Mobile Device (cont’d) Android Client The VPN client for Android devices is available in the Google Play Store at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.stridelinx.portal, or by scanning the QR code to the right. Access via Web Alternatively, mobile devices not connected through a StrideLinx app can access services set up for connection through the StrideLinx Cloud via the web at www.StrideLinx.com.
  • Page 71: White Label Stridelinx Cloud

    With the basic service, all emails will come from “StrideLinx@AutomationDirect.com”. Invite emails will all come from the company name you have entered, as an alias. That is, the email will be from “YourCompany <StrideLinx@AutomationDirect.com>.
  • Page 72 The country where you want your company to be based Service Level Agreement You can purchase a service level agreement from www.automationdirect.com/pn/se-sl001 activate here. Company branding You can choose the colors and logo's displayed in the Cloud in this menu. Your options are: Company logo Upload your own logo.
  • Page 73 Pantone Black 6 C Pantone 300 C Pantone Black 6 C CutContour Activation Purchase a premium branding package from www.automationdirect.com and receive an activation code. From the Admin menu , select Identity , then select [Activate] under custom domain name and enter the activation code.
  • Page 74 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 White Label StrideLinx Cloud (cont’d) Custom domain name After you’ve purchased and activated premium branding, a new section “Custom domain name” will appear. Here you can set your own custom StrideLinx platform URL, or “domain”, for which we’ll automatically generate the necessary SSL certificate.
  • Page 75 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 White Label StrideLinx Cloud (cont’d) Mobile App Branding StrideLinx users may now have their own native mobile versions of StrideLinx Portal, with your name, logos, and color scheme, for both iOS and Android. These apps will now be released on your own Apple or Android company account to make the app even more your own.
  • Page 76: Company Administration

    Licenses for add-on services can be purchased from www.automationdirect.com. You’ll receive an activation code to add here. Notify & Logging licenses should be added, managed or changed in the Fleet Manager all other licenses are managed here.
  • Page 77: Audit Trail

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Company Administration (cont’d) Online Help Audit Trail The audit trail contains a detailed event log for all changes that have been made within the StrideLinx Cloud company. It can be used to see what has changed within the company.
  • Page 78: Access And Permissions Management

    You can divide groups in different group types. How do I use user management? For an overview of StrideLinx user management, please see our User Management video at https://www.automationdirect.com/VID-CM-0056. StrideLinx user management allows you to: •...
  • Page 79 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Access and Permissions Management (cont’d) Add a new role Please follow the steps described below to add a new role. 1. From the Admin menu , select Roles , then click [ add role]. 2.
  • Page 80: Access Categories

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Access and Permissions Management (cont’d) Access Categories Online Help The role of every user determines what permissions that user has. Access categories are a selection of pages and services that can be added to a role. All users with that role will then have permission to view and use those pages and services.
  • Page 81: Groups

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Access and Permissions Management (cont’d) Groups Online Help You can make as many groups as you need. You have to assign every user with a non company-wide role to a group. One user can be assigned to multiple groups.
  • Page 82: Two-Factor Authentication (2Fa)

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Two-factor Authentication (2FA) Two-factor authentication is an additional security feature that requires a Online Help second, one-time-use password in addition to your configured password for every login. This protects your account from access by someone who has learned you login name and password.
  • Page 83: Backup Codes

    Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 Two-factor Authentication (2FA) (cont’d) Backup Codes Once your two-factor authentication setup is completed, you will receive an email which contains five one-time-use backup codes. If your authentication device becomes unavailable for any reason, for example if you replace your phone, you can still use a backup code to enter your account.
  • Page 84: Resource Center

    Resource Center will open the Support portal and allow you to search or browse the help articles. ADC Community The ADC Community is a place for all AutomationDirect community members to connect, share, and learn from others. You’ll find forums for our various product categories, as well as our library of technical articles.
  • Page 85 Linx Chapter 2: StrideLinx Cloud 2.0 2-51 StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual 1st Edition Rev. C...
  • Page 86 hapter hapter hapter ontroLLer onneCtion xampLeS In this Chapter... Video Examples ..........................3-2 CLICK PLC Connection via Cellular Router SE-SL3011-4G ..........3-3 Before You Begin ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3-3 Setup �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3-3 BRX PLC Connection via WiFi Router SE-SL3011-WF ............3-6 Before You Begin ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3-6 Setup ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 87: Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples

    Videos examples of remote programming several of our PLC and HMI products are accessible by clicking the thumbnails below, or copying the URL to your browser. Remote Programming a CLICK PLC https://www.AutomationDirect.com/VID-CM-0023 Remote Programming a Productivity 2000 PLC https://www.AutomationDirect.com/VID-CM-0024 Remote Programming a Do-more! BRX PLC https://www.AutomationDirect.com/VID-CM-0025...
  • Page 88: Click Plc Connection Via Cellular Router Se-Sl3011-4G

    Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples CLICK PLC Connection via Cellular Router SE-SL3011-4G The cellular StrideLinx VPN router is a valuable option when: • There is no existing internet available at the remote site, or • The network policies at the remote site prohibit connection of third-party devices. Although the StrideLinx solution is IT friendly, using only outbound request for connection, it may be the case that local policies prohibit any such connection.
  • Page 89 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples 1. In the CLICK software, select Setup > Com Port Setup > Ethernet Port 1 Setup (button) and enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway settings. 2. Click OK in the setup dialog and the subsequent dialog. 3.
  • Page 90 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples When using a cellular connection, the IP address and DNS server will be automatically assigned via DHCP, and HTTP Proxy will be disabled. Local control over remote accessibility, if enabled, will allow you to enable/disable the VPN connection via a wired digital input on the router.
  • Page 91: Brx Plc Connection Via Wifi Router Se-Sl3011-Wf

    Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples BRX PLC Connection via WiFi Router SE-SL3011-WF The WiFi StrideLinx VPN router is a valuable options when: • Client mode - Wired internet access is not available to the equipment panel, or would be impractical to install.
  • Page 92 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples In the Do-more! Designer software, connect to your BRX PLC. Click on the ethernet port in the image of your PLC on the Do-more! Designer dashboard, select “Edit IP configuration” and enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway settings.
  • Page 93 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples Configure Your SE-SL3011-WF Router 1. Create your StrideLinx account at www.StrideLinx.com, as discussed in Chapter 2. Steps 2 through 15 are outlined in detail in Chapter 2. If you have already completed router activation, please proceed to step 16. 2.
  • Page 94 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples Configure the Do-more! Designer Software to Access the BRX PLC via VPN Open the BRX Do-more! Designer software on your PC and select “New Link” from the Links panel on the lower left of the Launchpad tab. Click the “Link Editor...”...
  • Page 95: C-More® Hmi Connection Via Wired Router Se-Sl3011

    Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples C-more® HMI Connection via Wired Router SE-SL3011 The wired StrideLinx VPN router is a valuable options when: • Adding a third-party device to the remote network is permitted. This example will step you through connecting to a C-more HMI via the wired router, model SE-SL3011.
  • Page 96 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples Configure Your SE-SL3011 Router Create your StrideLinx account at www.StrideLinx.com, as discussed in Chapter 2. Steps 2 through 14 are outlined in detail in Chapter 2. If you have already completed router activation, please proceed to step 15. From Fleet Manager, select Tools in the left menu, and select [Start configuration] on the Router config file card.
  • Page 97 Linx Chapter 3: Controller Connection Examples Configure the C-more Programming Software to Access the C-more Panel via VPN 1. Open the C-more software on your PC and select “Read From Panel”. 2. Select the Ethernet radio button and click Browse. 3.
  • Page 98 hapter hapter hapter ogging In this Chapter... Cloud Data Logging ........................4-2 Why Cloud Data Logging? ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4-2 How Does the Cloud Data Logger Work? ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4-2 Configure Cloud Data Logging On Your Device ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 4-2 Activate Cloud Logging in Fleet Manager ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4-3 Set Up a Data Source �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 99: Chapter 4: Data Logging

    StrideLinx account with a router configured and online • a Cloud Logging activation code, purchasable at AutomationDirect.com, or a 30-day free trial for one router per company. The rest of this chapter give an overview of setting up and using Cloud Logging. Details are available in the Online Help pages, and linked throughout the chapter.
  • Page 100: Activate Cloud Logging In Fleet Manager

    Activate Cloud Logging in Fleet Manager Online Help You can purchase a Cloud Logging license from automationdirect.com and activate it, or you can activate a 30-day free trial for a single device in your company to give it a test run and see if Cloud Logging suits your needs.
  • Page 101: Log Your Data

    Linx Chapter 4: Data Logging Log your Data The third step in Cloud Logging is to set up logging your data. To do so, you’ll configure data tags, and define custom log triggers if desired. Configure the data tags Online Help Data tags describe how you wish to log your variables.
  • Page 102: Test Utility

    Linx Chapter 4: Data Logging Test Utility The test utility is used to check if all the variables are set correctly, and is normally run during the creation of data tags. It shows the communication status with the PLC and displays each variable’s current value if everything is configured correctly.
  • Page 103: Managing Your Cloud Logging License

    Linx Chapter 4: Data Logging Managing your Cloud Logging License Online Help You can choose to activate Cloud Logging immediately or first try it 30 days for free, no strings attached. You can also extend, change or transfer an existing Cloud Logging license.
  • Page 104: Transfer A Cloud Logging License To Another Device

    WARNING: Data is only stored for as long as you maintain an activated Datalogging plan. Activation Codes are purchased at AutomationDirect.com. Data is also only stored for a maximum of 7 years. If data older than 7 years is important, please archive your data locally before the 7-year limit is reached.
  • Page 105 hapter hapter hapter Loud otify In this Chapter... Cloud Notify ........................... 5-2 Why Cloud Notify? ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5-2 How Does the Cloud Notify License Work? ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 5-2 Configure Cloud Notify On Your Device ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5-2 Activate Cloud Notify in Fleet Manager �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5-3 Set Up a Data Source �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 106: Chapter 5: Cloud Notify

    • a StrideLinx account with a router configured and online • a Cloud Notify activation code, purchasable at AutomationDirect.com, or a 30-day free trial for one router per company. StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual 1st Edition Rev. C...
  • Page 107: Activate Cloud Notify In Fleet Manager

    Activate Cloud Notify in Fleet Manager Online Help You can purchase a Cloud Notify license from automationdirect.com and activate it, or you can activate a 30-day free trial for a single device in your company to give it a test run and see if Cloud Notify suits your needs.
  • Page 108: Set Up Alarms

    Linx Chapter 5: Cloud Notify Set up alarms Online Help The third step in Cloud Notify is to set up alarms. Alarms describe what trigger event should be notified and to whom, based on priority. Alarms include an on-delay option and you can personalise the event message. Add connection monitoring alarms If the router isn’t connected, you can’t be alerted about machine events.
  • Page 109 Linx Chapter 5: Cloud Notify Import alarms from a file You can easily and effortlessly copy alarms from one device to another by exporting the concerning alarms (see “Manage alarms” below) and then importing them in your new device. Alternatively, you can manually prepare your alarms in the required CSV Online Help format to load them all at once into your device.
  • Page 110: Notifications

    Linx Chapter 5: Cloud Notify Notifications Online Help Notifications will appear in the StrideLinx Cloud message center accessible from the top of the main menu in any of the four StrideLinx web apps. You will receive a message in the message center when any Cloud Notify alarm has been triggered, and also when a device from your company is transferred to another company.
  • Page 111: What Happens When An Alarm Is Triggered

    VPN Router Name & Device ID Device name Email and Notify test Kind regards, Company Name Custom URL (Premium Branding) Subscribed Email Address You are signed up for vpn.duraflux.com with jsample@automationdirect.com Powered by StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual 1st Edition Rev. C...
  • Page 112: Configuring Your Mobile Device To Receive Push Notifications

    Linx Chapter 5: Cloud Notify Configuring Your Mobile Device to Receive Push Notifications The method for configuring push notifications on your device may vary by device manufacturer and operating system version. We provide here examples for iOS and Android devices, but please consult the documentation on your device if the following procedures do not match your device.
  • Page 113 ppendix ppendix ppendix & CCeSSorieS iCenSeS In this Appendix... Antennas ............................A-2 4G LTE Antennas (for P/N SE-SL3011-4G and SE-SL3011-4GG) ������������������������������������A-2 WiFi Antennas, IEEE 802�11 b/g/n 2�4 GHz (for P/N SE-SL3011-WF)������������������������������A-3 Add-on Licenses ..........................A-4 Service Level Agreement �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������A-5 Cloud Logging ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������A-5 Cloud Notify �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������A-5 Data Top-up �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������A-6 Premium Branding and Mobile App Customization ����������������������������������������������������������������A-6...
  • Page 114: Appendix A: Accessories & Add-On Licenses

    Linx Appendix A: Accessories & Add-on Licenses Antennas The WiFi and 4G LTE variants of the StrideLinx VPN Router require external antennas to improve signal strength. The 4G LTE antennas use a standard SMA screw antenna connector, and the WiFi antennas use an RP-SMA screw antenna connector. Several antenna options are available, as follows.
  • Page 115: Wifi Antennas, Ieee 802.11 B/G/N 2.4 Ghz (For P/N Se-Sl3011-Wf)

    Linx Appendix A: Accessories & Add-on Licenses WiFi Antennas, IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz (for P/N SE-SL3011-WF) STRIDE WiFi antennas are available in two versions, providing direct connection and panel mount options. STRIDE whip/straight 2.4 GHz WiFi STRIDE dome 2.4 GHz WiFi antenna, antenna, IP65, connector mount.
  • Page 116: Add-On Licenses

    Linx Appendix A: Accessories & Add-on Licenses Add-on Licenses These optional features provide added services to your StrideLinx remote access. These are not needed for the basic function of the VPN remote access, but can be added to enhance the value of the StrideLinx Cloud to you and your customers.
  • Page 117: Service Level Agreement

    Service Level Agreement (SLA) is available for an additional fee. The SLA provides guarantees of 99.6% availability and 4-hour maximum consecutive downtime per router. Full terms of the agreement are available for download from AutomationDirect.com. Cloud Logging The Cloud Logging license is a completely cloud-based solution for gathering remote data from your control components.
  • Page 118: Data Top-Up

    Linx Appendix A: Accessories & Add-on Licenses Data Top-up The intended use of the StrideLinx Cloud is secure remote access to industrial control equipment for remote service. A monthly allowance of 10GB data traffic per company account is included, and is sufficient in most cases to accomplish remote service. When the StrideLinx Cloud is used for other purposes, the data traffic may exceed the 10GB allowance.
  • Page 119 ppendix ppendix ppendix roubLeSHooting In this Appendix... Troubleshooting Overview ......................B-2 My StrideLinx Router Doesn’t Come Online ................B-2 Internet Connection ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� B-2 Connectivity ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� B-2 Network Settings ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� B-2 Configuration ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� B-2 StrideLinx Router Log File ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� B-3 I Can’t Connect to the StrideLinx Router ................B-4 VPN Client �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 120: Appendix B: Troubleshooting

    A video providing a troubleshooting overview is accessible by clicking the thumbnail at the right, or by copying the following URL to your browser: https://www.AutomationDirect.com/VID-CM-0029 My StrideLinx Router Doesn’t Come Online NOTE: The ACT and SIGNAL LEDs always display the active status of the router. See the LED Status Indicators section in Chapter 1 to review the status descriptions and help identify the problem.
  • Page 121: Stridelinx Router Log File

    Linx Appendix B: Troubleshooting Switching Your WAN Configuration from Wired to WiFi/4G and Vice Versa The internet connection method can be changed for a WiFi or 4G StrideLinx router from the StrideLinx Cloud. Before changing the connection method, make sure the new connection method is available to the router (e.g., Ethernet cable is connected, WiFi network is available, SIM card is inserted, antennas are connected).
  • Page 122: I Can't Connect To The Stridelinx Router

    Linx Appendix B: Troubleshooting I Can’t Connect to the StrideLinx Router VPN Client Make sure you have installed the VPN Client. The “Installing VPN Client Online Help Software on Your PC” section of Chapter 2 explains the installation, as well as the Online Help link to the right. Once you’ve installed the VPN Client, refresh the StrideLinx Cloud page to have it re-check for the VPN Client to see if it’s installed.
  • Page 123: I Can't Connect To My Device(S) Behind The Stridelinx Router

    Linx Appendix B: Troubleshooting I Can’t Connect to My Device(s) Behind the StrideLinx Router VPN Connection Make sure that you are connected to the StrideLinx router. As a check you can try to ping the router’s VPN address or LAN-side IP address. If you don’t get a reply, but the website says you’re connected, close and restart the VPN Client and attempt to connect again.
  • Page 124: Check Your Settings

    Linx Appendix B: Troubleshooting NOTE: The “No gateway configured” setting should only be used as a last resort. In some cases it may cause unexpected behavior. We recommend to always properly configure your device with a default gateway if you want to access it remotely.
  • Page 125: I Can't Connect To My Http/Vnc Server

    Linx Appendix B: Troubleshooting I Can’t Connect to My HTTP/VNC Server Accessibility Make sure you can reach your device. You can check this by pinging its IP address once you’ve set up a VPN connection to your StrideLinx router. If you do not receive a reply, please follow the steps explained above under “I can’t connect to my device(s) behind the StrideLinx router.”...
  • Page 126: Wireless Connectivity

    Linx Appendix B: Troubleshooting Wireless Connectivity Troubleshooting a StrideLinx router with 4G or WiFi is best accomplished as follows. 1. The WiFi connection SSID must be alphanumeric; it cannot include special characters, such as hyphen, apostrophe, etc. 2. Be sure the issue is WAN connectivity - The ACT LED will be blinking red 1 time for no internet connectivity.
  • Page 127 ppendix ppendix ppendix afety and eCurity onSiderationS In this Appendix... Security Considerations for Control Systems Networks ..........C-2 Safety Guidelines .........................C-3 Plan for Safety �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������C-3 Digital Input Safety Lockout ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������C-4...
  • Page 128: Appendix C: Safety And Security Considerations

    It is the user’s responsibility to protect such systems, just as you would protect your computer and business systems. AutomationDirect recommends using one or more of these resources in putting together a secure system: •...
  • Page 129: Safety Guidelines

    The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired if this equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual. A listing of our international affiliates is available on our Web site: https://www.AutomationDirect.com WARNING: Providing a safe operating environment for personnel and equipment is your responsibility and should be your primary goal during system planning and installation.
  • Page 130: Digital Input Safety Lockout

    Digital Input as a part of your safety lockout procedures is accessible by clicking the thumbnail at the right, or by copying the following URL to your browser: https://www.AutomationDirect.com/VID-CM-0034 StrideLinx™ Cloud 2.0 Industrial VPN Routers User Manual 1st Edition Rev. C...
  • Page 131 – ddreSS otation utomation ireCt eviCeS In this Appendix... StrideLinx Modbus to AutomationDirect PLC Address Maps ........D-2 CLICK PLCs ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-2 DirectLogic PLCs ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-5 Do-more PLCs ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-7 Productivity Series PLCs ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������D-9...
  • Page 132: Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation - Automationdirect Devices

    Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices StrideLinx Modbus to AutomationDirect PLC Address Maps The following tables provide mapping between StrideLinx Modbus addresses and specific AutomationDirect PLC product line addresses. CLICK PLCs Reading Coils (Function Code 1)
  • Page 133 Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Reading Input Bits (Function Code 2) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type CLICK Address X101 X116 X201 X216 X301 X316 X401 X416 X501 X516 BOOL X601 X616 X701 X716...
  • Page 134 Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Reading Holding Registers (Function Code 3) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type CLICK Address 4499 DS4500 24576 INT16, UINT16 or BOOL** 25075 DH500 45056 45555 TD500 16384/16385 18382/18383 DD1000...
  • Page 135: Directlogic Plcs

    Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices DirectLogic PLCs Reading Coils (Function Code 1) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type DirectLogic Address 2047 GY3777 2048 3071 Y1777 3072 5119 C3777 BOOL 5120 6143 S1777 6144 6399...
  • Page 136 Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Reading Input Registers (Function Code 4) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type DirectLogic Address INT16, UINT16 or BOOL* 17055 V41237 V0/V1 INT32 or UINT32 V1/V2 17054/17055 V41236/V41237 V0/V1 FLOAT32...
  • Page 137: Do-More Plcs

    Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Do-more PLCs Reading Coils (Function Code 1) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type Do-more! Address BOOL 65534 MC65535 Reading Input Bits (Function Code 2) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address...
  • Page 138 Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Reading Holding Registers (Function Code 3) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type Do-more! Address** MHR1 INT16, UINT16 or MHR2 BOOL* 65534 MHR65535 INT32 or UINT32 MHR2:D 65533/65534 MHR65534:D FLOAT32...
  • Page 139: Productivity Series Plcs

    Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Productivity Series PLCs Reading Coils (Function Code 1) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type Productivity Address* 000001 BOOL 000002 65534 065535 * Modbus addresses must be assigned to the tags in the “Tag Database” area of the Productivity Suite Programming Software.
  • Page 140 Linx Appendix D: Data Logging Address Notation – AutomationDirect Devices Reading Holding Registers (Function Code 3) Function Code StrideLinx Modbus Address Data Type Productivity Address** 400001 INT16, UINT16 or 400002 BOOL* 65534 465535 400001/400002 INT32 or UINT32 400002/400003 65534 465535/465536...
  • Page 141 ppendix ppendix ppendix tride etwork eCurity In this Appendix... Introduction: Intended Audience .................... E-2 Solution explained ........................E-2 StrideLinx Router ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� E-2 StrideLinx Cloud ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� E-2 StrideLinx Client ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� E-2 Overview ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� E-2 Controls Network Security ....................... E-4 Remote access ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� E-4 Local access ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 142: Appendix E: Stridelinx Network Security

    A list of helpful resources is available in Appendix C, “Safety and Security Considerations” or at http://support.automationdirect.com/docs/securityconsiderations.pdf. Solution explained The StrideLinx Remote Access Solution comprises the StrideLinx router, web-based platform, and VPN client.
  • Page 143 Linx Appendix E: StrideLinx Network Security Linx Linx Linx HTTPS Connection VPN Connection Linx Linx Corporate Servers Corporate Fire Wall Company Network Company Linx WiFi Internal Fire Wall VPN router Plant/Controls Network EtherNet/IP Devices Plant WiFi Linx Hand-held Scanner VFD/Motor Field I/O Application With the router and server connected, the remote user is given two options for the second...
  • Page 144: Controls Network Security

    Linx Appendix E: StrideLinx Network Security this mode include all standard Cloud functionality except VPN connection. The user has access to the router, but not to the LAN devices behind the router. So, programming software and other tools that require being on the local area network will not work in this mode. Two features that are supported in clientless access mode are VNC server &...
  • Page 145: Company Network Security

    Linx Appendix E: StrideLinx Network Security Company Network Security Connectivity The StrideLinx router uses an outgoing port to establish a secure connection to our StrideLinx Cloud. This means there is no need to open any incoming ports in your firewall. Via this outgoing port, the StrideLinx router connects to different servers: REST API, MQTT and OpenVPN servers.
  • Page 146: Remote Access

    Linx Appendix E: StrideLinx Network Security If the local (plant) IT department does not allow any form of internet connection to third party hardware, the StrideLinx router with 4G LTE may be used to isolate the controls network from the corporate IT network. LTE 4G access requires a standard SIM card (standard size, 2FF) for cellular internet access.
  • Page 147: Stridelinx Cloud Security

    Linx Appendix E: StrideLinx Network Security StrideLinx Cloud Security Servers Our servers are hosted at one of the world’s largest cloud providers. All servers are certified by national and international safety standards. StrideLinx Cloud A crucial link within the complete StrideLinx solution is the StrideLinx Cloud, which acts as a secure proxy for the data between the StrideLinx router and StrideLinx client.
  • Page 148 ppendix ppendix ppendix apabiLitieS of onneCted utomation ireCt eviCeS In this Appendix... Network Topology ........................F-2 Network with StrideLinx VPN router using wired or WiFi network connectivity ��������� F-3 Network with StrideLinx VPN router using 4G cellular network connectivity �������������� F-4 Device Capabilities ........................
  • Page 149: Appendix F: Capabilities Of Connected Automationdirect Devices

    Appendix F: Capabilities of Connected AutomationDirect Devices Network Topology To facilitate description of the capabilities of various AutomationDirect product lines when connected to a StrideLinx VPN router, the overall topology of a network connecting plant devices to the StrideLinx Cloud can be divided into three zones, as illustrated in the two figures later in this appendix.
  • Page 150: Network With Stridelinx Vpn Router Using Wired Or Wifi Network Connectivity

    Linx Appendix F: Capabilities of Connected AutomationDirect Devices Network with StrideLinx VPN router using wired or WiFi network connectivity Zone 1 Linx Linx Linx Mobile VPN Connection VPN Connection Linx Linx Zone 2 Corporate Servers Corporate Fire Wall Company Network...
  • Page 151: Network With Stridelinx Vpn Router Using 4G Cellular Network Connectivity

    Linx Appendix F: Capabilities of Connected AutomationDirect Devices Network with StrideLinx VPN router using 4G cellular network connectivity Zone 1 Linx Linx Linx Mobile VPN Connection VPN Connection Linx Linx Zone 2 4G Cellular Connection Internal Fire Wall Zone 3...
  • Page 152: Device Capabilities

    Linx Appendix F: Capabilities of Connected AutomationDirect Devices Device Capabilities The following table describes the capabilities of devices to establish communications connections across various network zones, as defined earlier. Communications Capabilities of Devices Connected to StrideLinx Router Functionality Zone 1->3...

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