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Section 1 NFN Gateway-3 Introduction 1.1 Product Description This gateway: ® • Serves as a bridge between an ONYXWorks Workstation and an NFN network (this includes high speed NFN networks), and it uses the Workstation as the primary reporting station for the network.
NFN Gateway-3 Introduction System Architecture 1.3 System Architecture 1.3.1 IP Requirements An Internet or Intranet IP network connection is required to configure the Gateway -3 Embedded. The Internet or Intranet IP network connection must meet the following requirements. Table 1.1 IP Requirements Port Type 2017...
System Architecture NFN Gateway-3 Introduction Workstation IP connection over Ethernet Embedded Gateway NUP connection FACP Figure 1.1 Direct Panel Gateway System NOTE: Refer to for a list of supported panels and Section 1.9, “Compatibility”, on page 16 connection types. 1.3.3 NFN Network Connection Architecture ®...
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NFN Gateway-3 Introduction System Architecture IP Network Workstation Workstation Embedded Gateway HS-NCM W/SF/MF NCM W/F NFN Network FACP FACP FACP ® Figure 1.2 ONYXWorks System Example 1- A Single NFN Network NFN Gateway-3 Installation & Operation Manual - P/N: 53369:Rev: B2 6/25/12...
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System Architecture NFN Gateway-3 Introduction IP Network PC Gateway with Workstation Workstation Embedded Gateway Workstation HS-NCM W/SF/MF NCM W/F NFN Network NFN Network FACP FACP FACP FACP FACP FACP ® Figure 1.3 ONYXWorks System Example 2 - Multiple NFN Networks NFN Gateway-3 Installation &...
NFN Gateway-3 Introduction System Architecture 1.3.4 Redundancy A redundant gateway is a second gateway which communicates with an NFN network. If the main gateway cannot be reached, the system attempts to communicate with the network through the redundant gateway. For more information about setting up redundant gateways, refer to the ®...
Agency Listings NFN Gateway-3 Introduction 1.4 Agency Listings NOTE: ® UL 864, 9th Edition—ONYXWorks systems work with products that have been UL 864, 9th Edition listed as well as products that have not received UL 864, 9th Edition certification. Operation of systems that are comprised of equipment that is UL 864, 9th Edition listed together with products that are not UL 864, 9th Edition listed requires the approval of the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
NFN Gateway-3 Introduction Environmental Requirements Canada • CSA C22.1—Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations WARNING: Installation Improper installation, maintenance, and lack of routine testing could result in system malfunction. 1.5 Environmental Requirements This product must be installed in the following environmental conditions: •...
Wiring Standards NFN Gateway-3 Introduction 1.7 Wiring Standards Table 1.3 Wiring Standards Primary Power - 24 VDC nominal operating voltage 0.351mA maximum current Network Communication - Communication Circuit (Twisted Pair Wire)- NFN-GW-EM-3 Supervised 17.5 ohm maximum line impedance Power limited Class A/B 10 VDC, 25 mA Communication Circuit 62.5/120um Multi-Mode (Fiber-Optics) - NFN-GW-EM-3...
NFN Gateway-3 Introduction Related Documentation 1.8 Related Documentation ® The following documentation resource is related to the ONYXWorks system. ® • ONYXWorks Workstation Manual (P/N 52342) NOTE: The contents of this manual are important and must be kept in close proximity of the Workstation.
Section 2 NFN Gateway-3 Embedded Installation 2.1 Required Equipment The NFN Gateway-3 requires the following: NFN Gateway-3 Assembly The following are shipped with the NFN Gateway-3: • Gateway -3 Embedded printed circuit board • PNET-1 surge suppressor (P/N PNET-1) • NUP to NUP Cable (P/N 75556)—used to connect the Gateway -3 Embedded board to an NCM-W/F or supported panel •...
NFN Gateway-3 Embedded Installation NFN Gateway-3 Installation Overview 2.2 NFN Gateway-3 Installation Overview CAUTION: Multiple NFN Gateway-3 Installations NFN Gateway-3s must be installed and configured one at a time because all NFN Gateway-3s use the same predefined IP address and node number. 2.2.1 NFN Gateway-3 Board Layout USB “A”...
Installing a CAB3/CAB4 Cabinet NFN Gateway-3 Embedded Installation 2.3 Installing a CAB3/CAB4 Cabinet Install a new CAB-3/CAB-4 series cabinet according to the requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction or prepare an existing CAB-3/CAB-4 series cabinet that houses a supported ®...
NFN Gateway-3 Embedded Installation Installing a CHS-4L Chassis 2.4 Installing a CHS-4L Chassis A chassis holds the gateway within a CAB-3/CAB-4 series cabinet. A CHS-4L chassis fits into any CAB-3/CAB-4 series cabinet row except for the bottom row, which provides battery housing and does not have PEM studs for mounting.
Installing the NFN Gateway-3 Board NFN Gateway-3 Embedded Installation 2.5 Installing the NFN Gateway-3 Board Install Gateway -3 Embedded board onto the mounting studs on the CHS-4L chassis, making sure to use only the mounting holes bordered by grounding area. Grounding area Figure 2.4 Install NFN Gateway-3 Board onto Chassis NOTE: There must be enough clearance on the right side of the printed circuit board to allow an...
Section 3 Power and Data Connections 3.1 Power Supply For power supply requirements, refer to the LS0016-051NF-E BACNET-GW-3 Listing Document. CAUTION: Disconnect Power This device and associated equipment may be damaged by removing and/or inserting cards, modules or interconnecting cables while this unit is powered. 3.2 Connecting to an HS-NCM Connecting the NFN Gateway-3 to an HS-NCM allows the gateway to communicate with devices on a high- speed NFN network.
Power and Data Connections Connecting to an NCM 3.3 Connecting to an NCM Table 3.2 NCM Connections Type Connection NCM-W Twisted pair wire NCM-F Fiber-optic cable Communication from NUP A (J6) Only Connect Either Cable to Either NUP Connector on the NCM NFN Gateway-3 Out to NCM via P/N 75583 Cable...
Connecting to the PNET-1 Surge Suppressor Power and Data Connections 3.5 Connecting to the PNET-1 Surge Suppressor The PNET-1 protects the NFN Gateway-3 from power surges before it is connected to the IP network. To Configuration Computer PNET-1 or IP Network RJ45 Cable RJ45 Cable NFN Gateway-3...
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Power and Data Connections Connecting to the PNET-1 Surge Suppressor NFN Gateway-3 Installation & Operation Manual - P/N: 53369:B2 6/25/12...
Section 4 NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration 4.1 NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page NFN Gateway-3 is configured through a dedicated web page running on the embedded gateway itself. Access the configuration web page from a computer in the same IP subnet as the NFN Gateway-3, with Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher installed.
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page Step 3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties. Step 4. Record your current Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) property settings so you can restore them later. Step 5. Click Use the following IP address, and then type 192.168.1.X into the IP address field. NOTE: X can be any number between 0 and 255 except for 2 (since the NFN Gateway-3 default IP address is 192.168.1.2).
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Step 2. Browse to the address http://192.168.1.2 NOTE: 192.168.1.2 is the factory default NFN Gateway-3 IP address. If the NFN Gateway-3 has been configured previously, you will need to enter the IP which was assigned to the NFN Gateway-3 during configuration, rather than 192.168.1.2.
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page Step 3. Change the default NFN Gateway-3 IP address so it will be added to your IP network. The gateway default IP values are: • IP Address: 192.168.1.2—Change this IP address so the gateway will be added to your IP network.
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Step 3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties. Step 4. Enter the settings you recorded earlier into the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialogue, and then click OK to return your configuration computer to your IP network. Configure NFN Settings Click NFN Settings under the Additional Properties folder in the navigation pane to configure NFN settings.
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page NFN Information Click NFN Information under the Additional Properties folder in the navigation pane to view NFN information. The information provided under the NFN Information heading cannot be changed using the NFN Gateway-3 configuration web page.
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Node Properties In the navigation (left) pane, the Configuration web page displays the nodes it is monitoring on the NFN network. The name of each on line monitored node appears in black text. The name of each off line monitored node appears in red text.
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NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration NFN Gateway-3-3 Configuration Web Page • 1 character minimum and 8 character maximum. Step 4. Type the new password in the Confirm Password field. Step 5. Click Change Password. NOTE: If you forget your old password, please contact Technical Support to reset the password. Upgrading The NFN Gateway-3 Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the NFN Gateway-3 firmware: Step 1.
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Appendix 5: NFN Gateway-3 Local Configuration NOTE: This procedure is only necessary if you are configuring an NFN Gateway-3 using a configuration computer that is not already on the same IP network as the NFN Gateway-3. Refer Section 3.5, “Connecting to the PNET-1 Surge Suppressor”, on page NOTE: A direct connection requires that a cross over Ethernet cable to be made or purchased by the customer.
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NFN Gateway-3 Local Configuration Direct Connection to the Gateway Circuit Board Table 5.1 Cross Over Cable (568B) Blue Blue White/Blue White/Blue Green Orange White/Brown White/Brown Brown Brown NFN Gateway-3 Installation & Operation Manual - P/N: 53369:Rev: B2 6/25/12...
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Index Architecture Line Impedance 14 Gateway System 8 Max Distance 14 Cabinet Installation 19 change password 33 compatibility, NFN node 16 Network Cable Connection 23 Configuration computer network communication module, high speed 23 direct connection 35 Network Interface Board (NCM, HS-NCM) 17 Configuration PC NFN node compatibility 16 connections 27...
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