Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE)

Specification and Technical Data

PS03-850
Release 100
Revision Date: 29 August 2002
Document version 1.3
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Fault Tolerant Ethernet R100

Specification and Technical Data

Table of Contents Page

Overview..................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications .........................................................................................................................................8
Fault Tolerant Ethernet Software..........................................................................................................................8
Dual Network Interface Controller (NIC) for STP Connection ..............................................................................8
Ethernet Switch for STP Connection ..................................................................................................................10
Ethernet Switch for Fiber Optic Connection .......................................................................................................11
Ethernet Copper / Fiber Optic Media Converter .................................................................................................12
Ethernet Cables .................................................................................................................................................12
FTE Device Certification Service........................................................................................................................13
Firewall Design Service......................................................................................................................................14
Topologies and Configuration Examples ..........................................................................................16
Model Numbers.....................................................................................................................................18
Network Interface Controller (NIC) .....................................................................................................................18
FTE Software......................................................................................................................................................18
Ethernet Switches ..............................................................................................................................................18
Media Converter .................................................................................................................................................18
Cables ................................................................................................................................................................19
Services..............................................................................................................................................................19

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Revision Status

Revision Date Description

Ver 1.0 29 April 2002 Initial release
Ver. 1.1 10 May 2002 Addition of FTE services
Ver. 1.2 28 May 2002 Addition of single NIC cards
Ver. 1.3 29 August 2002 Revision of models for switch expansion

Revision Description

Section Change Description

Specifications A NE-SWXP01 Expansion Kit
Specifications D NE-SWSX01 and NE-SWFX01 expansion
switches
Topologies M Large system topology
Models A NE-SWXP01 Expansion Kit
Models D NE-SWSX01 and NE-SWFX01 expansion
switches

Legend for Change column:

A -- Added
D -- Deleted
M -- Modified

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Overview
Fault Tolerant Ethernet: High Availability Ethernet for Industrial Applications

The evolution of open Ethernet technology has introduced high-performance, low-cost networking to
industrial plants. Until now, providing the robustness of industrial control networks with commercial-off-
the-shelf (COTS) Ethernet equipment remained a major hurdle. Honeywell unites the benefits of
Ethernet technology with their expertise in designing robust networks to deliver the patented Fault
Tolerant Ethernet (FTE) solution. The FTE design is an advanced networking solution using COTS
equipment, delivering increased system availability while reducing commissioning and maintenance
®
costs. FTE Release 100 provides a robust 100 Mbps Ethernet network for Honeywell's PlantScape
®
and TotalPlant Solution (TPS) systems, as shown in Figure 1.
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Architecture
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Figure 1: Fault Tolerant Ethernet in the Honeywell System Architecture

Conventional Ethernet redundancy schemes typically employ two separate Ethernet networks, with
each node (server or station) connected to both networks. If there is a communication failure, the time
for a node to switch to the other network can range from under 10 seconds to over 30 seconds,
depending upon the network complexity and the equipment used.
The FTE solution, however, employs a single network and does not require a server or station to re-
establish a network connection. As a result, the switchover time is much faster - one second! By
providing more communication paths between nodes, FTE also tolerates more faults, including all
single faults and many multiple faults. In addition, FTE is transparent to higher-level applications,
which benefit from the high network availability FTE provides, without requiring any additional software
configuration. Normal Ethernet nodes (non-FTE) can also connect to an FTE network and benefit from
a more available communications environment than conventional Ethernet redundancy schemes offer.

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FTE Network Architecture

An FTE network interconnects node clusters. A node is a networked device used in process control
applications, such as a PlantScape station, or a TPS Global User Station (GUS). A cluster is a set of
nodes with high intercommunication. Such nodes are typically involved with the same process unit, for
example, control servers, history servers, operator workstations, and supervisory controllers.
The basic FTE network architecture is two parallel tree hierarchies of switches and cables, joined by a
crossover cable to form a single network. The trees are designated A and B; their separate identity is
maintained by color-coding and tagging cables, switches, and FTE node ports.

Firewall
To Plant Information Network (PIN)
Backbone
Switches
History, SWITCH SWITCH
Advanced
Control
A B

Cluster
Switches
SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH SWITCH
A B A B A B

UNIT #1 UNIT #2 UNIT #3

CLUSTER CLUSTER CLUSTER

Figure 2: Basic Fault Tolerant Ethernet Network Architecture

An FTE node contains FTE software and two Network Interface Controllers (NIC), one to connect to
each tree. FTE is an option for most Honeywell system nodes (see their respective specifications).
FTE software can also be installed on any other node having 2 identical Network Interface Controllers
in a Windows 2000 PC that together have been certified for FTE.
A typical FTE network contains several pairs of cluster switches interconnected by a pair of backbone
switches, as shown in Figure 2. A small FTE network could have just one set of cluster switches, while
a very large FTE network could have an additional level of switches between the cluster and backbone
switches. The FTE nodes form a fault-tolerant community whose members can communicate as long
as at least one path exists between them. The maximum number of FTE nodes in a community is 511.
In addition, up to 511 Ethernet (non-FTE) nodes may be singly connected to the FTE network. The
FTE nodes detect these Ethernet nodes and will use any available path to communicate with them.
FTE can operate under either Windows 2000 Workgroups or Domains. The Domain Controller must
be an Ethernet node since that function executes on a PC with a single Ethernet port.
Besides the fault tolerant communications driver, FTE software includes management modules for
reporting the status of an FTE node to other nodes. These FTE management modules can also be
installed on Ethernet nodes to create monitored Ethernet nodes, whose status can be reported to FTE
nodes and can be displayed along with the status of FTE nodes by the System Management Display.
A firewall or router is recommended to connect an FTE community to any other network, e.g., the Plant
Information Network (PIN). FTE must be a separate subnet. A firewall or router is not needed if the
FTE community is isolated. Honeywell’s network services organization can provide consulting,
installation, and support services for firewalls, routers, and other network components. They also can
certify additional PCs and network equipment that may be used in an FTE network application.

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FTE Components

FTE networks can be implemented with copper or fiber optic cabling, or a combination. A multimode
fiber optic cable can reach up to 2 km (1.2 mi); copper cable up to 100 m (300 ft). FTE network
equipment must be selected with corresponding copper or fiber interfaces. Typically, the backbone
connections will be multimode fiber optic. While cluster cabling is normally copper, fiber optic media
converters can be used when a longer distance link is required from a switch to a node. Only fiber optic
and STP (shielded twisted pair) copper cables are offered by Honeywell, in order to meet the
specifications of equipment suppliers for reliable operation in high noise industrial environments.

TYPICALLY Backbone
FIBER OPTIC -up to 2km Switches Media
Converters

Cluster
Switches SOFTWARE
CD

CAT5 WIRE -up to 100m

Fiber optic media converters
can be used for long distances NIC CARD
FTE Ethernet FTE FTE Ethernet FTE Single or dual

Figure 3: Basic Fault Tolerant Ethernet Network Equipment

Honeywell offers and supports the finest network equipment to ensure reliable network operation, and
tests with Honeywell releases, revisions of that equipment by their suppliers. Alternative equipment or
equipment for special applications such as long distance links, can be used if certified for FTE. A
certification is valid only for the specific releases tested; subsequent revisions require re-certification.
• FTE Software
– Patented fault tolerance logic
– Multiple communication paths between nodes, for multiple fault tolerance
– Fast switchover to minimize system disruption
– Extensive diagnostics to reduce maintenance costs and troubleshooting time
– Network status and node status displays
• Network Interface Controller (NIC)
– Two single-port cards or one dual port card per PC
– Single-port cards for application flexibility
– Dual port card for performance and minimal PCI slot consumption
• Switches
– Autosensing 10/100 Mbps ports
– Powerful multiple processors for high performance operation
– Runtime diagnostics to detect and isolate noisy cables and jabbering nodes
– Remote management functions for remote diagnostics and configuration
– STP copper and multi-mode fiber optic models
• Media Converters
– Convert between copper and multimode fiber optic media
– Provide flexibility for varied application requirements
• Cables
– Copper STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) for reliable operation under plant electrical noise
– 62.5/125 multimode fiber optic for complete electrical isolation and longer distances

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Network Services for FTE

Honeywell has an outstanding network services organization that can manage all aspects of Ethernet
systems, from a small process control system to a total enterprise, including:

Network planning, design, installation, and integration -- including all cabling, racks, testing,
training, and documentation.

Security assessment and engineering -- including authorization, authentication, encryption, activity
logging, intrusion detection, and virus protection

Firewall engineering, configuration, testing, and management -- providing secure remote access to
a customer’s network from anywhere in the world

Remote monitoring of customer networks around the clock -- ensuring that all components are
operating properly, including
– networks (switches, routers, probes, firewalls)
– systems (PlantScape, TPS, PHD, servers, any type of PC)
– PC applications (are they running and responding)

Network Performance Management -- supporting optimum operation by proactive tracking of
network component performance

Remote Network Administration -- ensuring correct installation of updates and configuration
changes for components such as servers, switches, firewalls, and routers

Procurement and support of PCs and network equipment to provide consistent operation

Two services are available to specifically support FTE:

♦ Firewall Design Service- a firewall secures and controls access to an FTE network from other
networks. Honeywell’s extensive expertise in firewall technology provides a firewall completely
engineered and tested to meet project requirements for small networks of up to 20 nodes.
Firewalls for larger networks can be quoted on request.
♦ Device Certification Service- this service certifies network components for use in FTE networks,
using Honeywell’s experienced network engineers and testing laboratory facilities.

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Specifications

Fault Tolerant Ethernet Software

NS-FTK000 Specifications
FTE Nodes Supported 511
Ethernet Nodes Supported 511
Network Topology Single network of connected parallel trees
Paths between FTE nodes 4
Paths between FTE and Ethernet nodes 2
Paths between Ethernet nodes 1
Typical Fault Switchover Time One second
Maximum Fault Switchover Time Two seconds
Operating System Support Windows 2000
Function Modules (installation selections) – FTE Driver*
– FTE Status Reporting*
– System Management Runtime*
* The FTE Driver provides the fault tolerance functions; an FTE node license is required to install it. FTE Status Reporting
and System Management Runtime components report a node’s status to other nodes in the network; they may be installed
at no charge on both Ethernet and FTE nodes. To view FTE node and network status, a separate component, System
Management Display (TP-SMD000), must be installed on at least one node in the network - for more details see the
TotalPlant Solution APP Specification and Technical Data document, TP03-210

Dual Network Interface Controller (NIC) for STP Connection

-- for TPS nodes

NE-NICS01 Specifications
®
Model Intel PRO/100 S Dual Port Server Adapter
IEEE Standard/Network Topology 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX
Number of Ports Two autosensing
Wiring and Connectors CAT-5 STP/UTP, 2 pair; two RJ-45
Data Rates Supported per Port 10 & 100 Mbps
IEEE Standards Support 802.2 & 802.3
Data Path Width 64-bit PCI
Data Transfer Mode Bus master DMA
Hardware Certifications FCC B, CE
Typical Power Consumption 1.3A @+5VDC
Operating Temperature 0-55°C
Operating Humidity 85% at +55°C
Operating System Supported Microsoft Windows 2000

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Single Network Interface Controller (NIC) for STP Connection

-- for PlantScape nodes

MZ-PCEB31 Specifications
®
Model Intel PRO/100+ Adapter
IEEE Standard/Network Topology 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX
Number of Ports One autosensing
Wiring and Connectors CAT-5 STP/UTP, 2RJ-45 connector
Data Rates Supported 10 & 100 Mbps
IEEE Standards Support 802.2 & 802.3
Data Path Width 32-bit PCI
Data Transfer Mode Bus master DMA
Hardware Certifications FCC B, CE
Typical Power Consumption 0.67W @+5VDC
Operating Temperature 0-55°C
Operating Humidity 85% at +55°C
Operating System Supported Microsoft Windows 2000

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Ethernet Switch for STP Connection
NE-SWSB01 Base Switch Specifications
Model
Number of Ports
Cabling/Connector Type
Expansion Stacking Capability
NE-SWXP01 Expansion Kit
NE-SWSC01 Uplink Adapter
Network Standards Compatibility
Electrical Specifications
Line Frequency
Input Volt Amperes Rating
Input Power
Input Voltage
Input Current
Physical Specifications
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Operating Humidity
Storage Humidity
Electromagnetic Emissions
USA
Canada
Australia / New Zealand
Japan
Taiwan
European Community
Electromagnetic Susceptibility
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Radiated Electromagnetic Field
Electrical Fast Transient/Burst
Safety Agency Approvals
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Nortel Baystack™ 450-12T
12 10 BASE-T / 100 BASE-TX autosensing
CAT5 STP/UTP, RJ-45 connector
Up to 8 switches can be stacked, for a total of 96 ports
Cascade module and cable (required for each switch in the stack)
2-port 100BASE-FX MDA, SC connector
IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD (ISO/IEC 8802-3)
IEEE 802.1D MAC Bridges (ISO/IEC 10038)
47-65 Hz
150 VA maximum
120 W maximum
100-240 VAC
1.5 A @ 100 VAC
2.77 in (7.03 cm)
17.55 in (44.07 cm)
15.0 in (38.1 cm)
11.6 lb (5.26 kg)
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
-13° to 158°F (-25° to 70°C)
85% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing
95% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing
FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A
ICES-003, Issue-2, Class A
AS/NZS 3548:1995, Class A
V-3/97 04:1997, Class A
CNS 13438, Class A
EN55022 (CISPR 22:1985), Class A
EN61000-3-2&3
VCCI Class 1 ITE
CE
EC 801-2, Level 2
EC 801-3, Level 1
EC 801-4, Level 2
UL Listed (UL 1950)
CSA 22.2 #950 with D3 deviations
IEC 950 / EN 60150
UL-94-V1 flammability requirements for all PC boards
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Ethernet Switch for Fiber Optic Connection
NE-SWFB01 Base Switch Specifications
Model
Number of Ports
Cabling/ Connector Type
Expansion Stacking Capability
NE-SWXP01 Expansion Kit
NE-SWSC01 Uplink Adapter
Network Standards Compatibility
Electrical Specifications
Line Frequency
Input Volt Amperes Rating
Input Power
Input Voltage
Input Current
Physical Specifications
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Operating Humidity
Storage Humidity
Electromagnetic Emissions
USA
Canada
Australia / New Zealand
Japan
Taiwan
European Community
Electromagnetic Susceptibility
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Radiated Electromagnetic Field
Electrical Fast Transient/Burst
Safety Agency Approvals
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Nortel Baystack™ 450-12F
12 100 BASE-FX
62.5/125 (core/cladding) MMF (multi-mode fiber), MT-RJ connector
Up to 8 switches can be stacked, for a total of 96 ports
Cascade module and cable (required for each switch in the stack)
2-port 100BASE-FX MDA, SC connector
IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD (ISO/IEC 8802-3)
IEEE 802.1D MAC Bridges (ISO/IEC 10038)
47-65 Hz
200 VA maximum
140 W maximum
100-240 VAC
2.0 A @ 100 VAC
2.77 in (7.03 cm)
17.55 in (44.07 cm)
15.0 in (38.1 cm)
11.6 lb (5.26 kg)
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
-13° to 158°F (-25° to 70°C)
85% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing
95% maximum relative humidity, non-condensing
FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A
ICES-003, Issue-2, Class A
AS/NZS 3548:1995, Class A
V-3/97 04:1997, Class A
CNS 13438, Class A
EN55022 (CISPR 22:1985), Class A
EN61000-3-2&3
VCCI Class 1 ITE
CE
EC 801-2, Level 2
EC 801-3, Level 1
EC 801-4, Level 2
UL Listed (UL 1950)
CSA 22.2 #950 with D3 deviations
IEC 950 / EN 60150
UL-94-V1 flammability requirements for all PC boards
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Ethernet Copper / Fiber Optic Media Converter

NE-EMC001 Specifications*
Model Allied Telesyn AT-MC102XL with power supply
Number of Ports 1 100 BASE-TX, 1 100 BASE-FX
100 BASE-TX Cabling/Connector Type CAT5 STP/UTP, RJ-45 connector
100 BASE-FX Cabling/ Connector Type 62.5/125 (core/cladding) MMF (multi-mode fiber), SC connector
Packet Transmission Characteristics
Round Trip Delay 0.4 µs maximum
-12
Bit Error Rate (BER) <10
Power Characteristics
External Power Supply 100-240 VAC , 50/60 Hz +/- 3%
Input Supply Voltage 12 VDC +/- 5%
Max. Current 0.5 A
Power Consumption 6 W maximum
Physical Characteristics
Height 1.0 in (2.5 cm)
Width 4.12 in (10.5 cm)
Depth 3.75 in (9.5 cm)
Weight 10.4 oz (294 g)
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Storage Temperature -4° to 176°F (-20° to 80°C)
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Approvals
EMC FCC Class A
Safety UL-Cul, CSA/CSA, NRTL, TUV, CE compliant
NE-EMCB01 Bracket** Mounts 2 NE-EMC001 media converters and power supplies
between 2 stacked NE-SWxx01 switches.
* Two are required at a node (one each for Tree A and Tree B). If that node connects to copper switches (NE-SWSB01/NE-
SWSX01), then two more are required at the switches (one each for Tree A and Tree B).
** Example: a cluster of 10 nodes with 1 remote node, with the A and B NE-SWSB01 switches stacked (mounted one on top
of the other). Connecting the remote node will require a pair of NE-EMC001 converters at the remote node, plus another
pair at the switches- that pair can be mounted between the switches using the NE-EMCB01 bracket. For several remote
nodes, probably the bracket would not be used, as the user may prefer to mount all converters together rather than mount
one pair between the switches and the rest somewhere else.

Ethernet Cables

51305482 Copper Cable Specifications

Connect an STP switch to an STP node or to an STP switch
100 BASE-TX Type CAT5 STP (Shielded Twisted Pair), RJ-45 connectors

51305780 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable Specifications

Connect an STP switch with a fiber optic converter to a fiber optic switch
100 BASE-FX Type 62.5/125 (core/cladding) MMF (multi-mode fiber), 1 MT-RJ and 1 SC connector

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FTE Device Certification Service

NS-DCS000 Specifications
Device Types • Routers
Included
• Gateways
• Switches
• Hubs
• Two identical Network Interface Controllers in a specific PC or server
Device Category Class 2:
- Sold and supported by 3rd party suppliers
- No inventory or spares carried by ACS
- Limited technical support from ACSS TAC
- No standard test programs provided by Honeywell
- Supplier changes are not tracked
- Certified one-time-only
Deliverables • Test a device for certification for FTE implementation.
• Up to 16 hours technical telephone support on request during the design phase
• Up to 2 days of technical exchange meetings at Honeywell facilities in Phoenix,
Arizona.
• Up to four (4) days of test facilities in Phoenix, Arizona, for customer and
Honeywell engineers to conduct testing and certification of the candidate device
with FTE
• Report documenting the test results and certification status of the candidate
device
• Maintain a list of equipment certified for FTE.
Scope - Testing is limited to only those functions required for FTE. No other testing, e.g.,
limitations other device functions, or application programs, is performed.
- A one-month lead-time normally is required for scheduling this service.
- The cost of this service is non-refundable and payable even if the candidate
device fails the test procedure.
- This service does not affect any other commercial agreements nor imply
Honeywell endorsement of the candidate device
- On-site installation by Honeywell is not included, but may be added (priced
separately based on site location and accessibility).
- Purchase orders or inquiries on the Device Certification Service should be sent to:
Attention: Bret Popp
MS AZ15/R12
Honeywell Automation and Control Solutions • Service
2500 W. Union Hills Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Bret Popp @ 602-313-5408 or Bret.Popp@Honeywell.com
Customer 1. Provide at least one unit of each candidate device.
responsibilities 2. Assume full responsibility for any deviations after the candidate device has
been returned (e.g., replacement with a different model number or later
firmware version.)

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Firewall Design Service

NS-FDS000 Specifications
Key Firewall • Source and Destination Filtering – Controls which nodes on each side of the
Features firewall may forward or receive packets through the firewall.
• Protocol Filtering – Controls which network protocols are allowed to pass through
the firewall, in ether direction.
• State Control of Communication – Controls which systems on each side of the
firewall may initiate communications between networks.
• Intrusion Detection – detects an attack, disconnects the session, logs the attack,
and notifies the appropriate network security personnel.
• Address Translation – Masks actual PCN addressing from systems outside the
PCN. This not only adds security; it also allows flexibility in PCN addressing.
Deliverables Hardware/software:
Honeywell will provide one firewall device with the capability of up to 50 connections.
A one-year maintenance agreement with the firewall manufacturer is included.
Firewall design to meet customer security requirements:
Honeywell will study customer requirements to complete a comprehensive design,
including reliability and capacity requirements and Service Level Agreements.
Order all equipment required:
During the design phase, a list of required equipment is generated. Honeywell then
orders this equipment, and tracks it for timely delivery. Honeywell will specify the
hardware required and be responsible for software-hardware compatibility and
feature requirements.
Stage and configure equipment to emulate customer environment:
Honeywell will receive all equipment and verify that it is operational. Engineers will
simulate the customer site’s environment in a lab environment. Engineers will stage
and configure all firewall parameters on all devices to work within customer
requirements. Security checks performed will ensure that customer assets are not
vulnerable to any unauthorized access. Once testing of the equipment and
configurations is complete, the equipment will be shipped to the customer site.
When the equipment arrives, the customer may call the Honeywell Solution Support
Center (SSC) / Remote Service Center (RSC) for phone support while installing the
equipment and bringing it on-line.
Manage the connection (optional):
Once the connection between the PCN and the PIN is provisioned, it can be moved
to the operations group for management. Honeywell’s SSC/Network Group (NG)
offers additional services such as Availability Monitoring, Configuration
Management, Fault & Vendor Management, Intrusion Detection and Performance
Management, under separate contract.
After Installation Support:
Within the first 30 days, the Honeywell SSC/NG will be available to help
troubleshoot, isolate faults, and make configuration corrections to the Firewall.

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Deliverables Configuration Change Support:

(cont.) Once the firewall is installed, there may be a situation that arises requiring a
configuration change to allow or deny additional connectivity. For the first 60 days,
Honeywell will accept configuration change requests.
Install Customer Equipment On-site (Optional):
If required by the project, Honeywell can send an engineer to the customer site to
install the equipment and do the final testing and implementation, under separate
contract.
Scope • Honeywell services can design, configure, and implement security firewalls from
limitations a small LAN-to-LAN connection up through a complete Enterprise solution. The
Firewall Design Service is a “starter level” service for a small LAN-to-LAN
connection limited to creating a secure firewall connection for a PCN with a
maximum of 20 nodes. For larger scale firewall needs or additional services,
please contact your Honeywell Sales Representative or:
Attention: Bret Popp
MS AZ15/R12
Honeywell Automation and Control Solutions – Service
2500 W. Union Hill Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Bret Popp @ 602-313-5408 or Bret.Popp@Honeywell.com:
• Onsite installation by a Honeywell engineer is not included. This option can be
added (priced separately based on site location and accessibility).
• Configuration Change requests for the first 60 days are limited to 8 hours of
support. Addition 4-hour increments can be purchased or a management /
maintenance support agreement can be purchased through Honeywell.
• Hardware: Honeywell will provide a firewall with the capability of handling up to
50 connections. No other hardware or software other than the firewall is included
within this package.
Customer The customer must supply:
responsibilities • A secure place for the firewall equipment, such as a cabinet or rack.
• A single connection to the outside network within 15 feet of where the firewall
equipment will reside.
• A single connection to the PCN within 15 feet of where the firewall equipment will
reside.
• All power and cooling for the firewall equipment. Typically two standard 110V
power outlets are needed for the firewall equipment.
• UPS power, if needed.

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Topologies and Configuration Examples

The following examples illustrate typical component model numbers for an FTE network. They do not
include software components and are not intended as the basis for placing an order.

Minimum FTE Network

All cable lengths < 100 m

51305786 STP
crossover cable
Cluster Switches Figure 4 shows the simplest FTE network, which consists
NE-SWSB01 STP of one cluster with a pair of switches, a crossover cable,
A B and cabling to a total of 12 or fewer FTE and Ethernet
51305482 nodes.
STP cables
In this example, all the distances from nodes to switches
are less than 100 meters, so STP (Shielded Twisted Pair)
equipment and cabling can be used throughout.
FTE Ethernet FTE

1 NE-NICS01 Dual NIC for TPS or

2 MZ-PCEB31 Single NIC for PlantScape
Figure 4: Minimum FTE Network

Figure 5 shows a small FTE network with three clusters, each with 12 or fewer FTE and Ethernet
nodes. Since there are multiple clusters, they are linked by backbone switches. Again, since all the
distances from nodes to switches are less than 100 meters, STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) equipment
and cabling can be used throughout.

Small FTE Network

All cable lengths < 100 m 51305786 STP
crossover cable
Backbone Switches
NE-SWSB01 STP
A B
51305482
STP cables

Cluster Switches
NE-SWSB01 STP
A B A B A B
51305482
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FTE Ethernet FTE FTE Ethernet FTE FTE Ethernet FTE

1 NE-NICS01 Dual NIC for TPS or

2 MZ-PCEB31 Single NIC for PlantScape
Figure 5: Small FTE Network

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Figure 6 illustrates a large FTE network with 15-20 clusters of various sizes, of which 3 are shown. To
accommodate a network of this size, the backbone switches have been expanded with additional units.
Some of the clusters are located more than 100 meters from the backbone switches, so fiber optic
cabling and equipment are used at this level.

Large FTE Network

Some cluster switch cables > 100 m
Some node cables > 100 m Media Converters
NE-EMC001
15-20 clusters, some with 15-20 nodes 51305780
fiber optic cables
51305782 fiber optic
crossover cable

Backbone Switches 51305482

NE-SWXP01 exp. kit STP cables
NE-SWFB01 fiber optic
A B
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fiber optic cables FTE
Remote
Node
Cluster Switches
NE-SWXP01 exp.
NE-SWSB01 STP
NE-SWSC01 Uplink A B A B A B
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FTE Ethernet FTE FTE Ethernet FTE FTE Ethernet FTE

1 NE-NICS01 Dual NIC for TPS or

2 MZ-PCEB31 Single NIC for PlantScape
Figure 6: Large FTE Network

Some clusters have more than 12 FTE and Ethernet nodes, so the switches in those clusters have
been expanded with additional units. The distances from nodes to the cluster switches are less than
100 meters, so STP (Shielded Twisted Pair) cabling can be used. Also shown is a remote FTE node,
which is connected to the backbone switches via a pair of Ethernet media converters. Ethernet media
converters are an economical solution for a remote node.

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Model Numbers

Network Interface Controllers (NIC)

Model Number Description

NE-NICS01 Dual port STP Network Interface Controller for TPS nodes
MZ-PCEB31 Single port STP Network Interface Controller for PlantScape nodes (2 req’d)

FTE Software
Model Number Description

NS-FTK000 FTE software* and FTE node license for PC**

* FTE software includes FTE Driver, FTE Status Reporting, and System Management Runtime components. A separate
component, System Management Display, is required to view FTE node and network status. For ordering information, see
the PlantScape or TPS System Software pricebooks.
** For FTE node, PC must be certified for FTE together with the 2 identical Network Interface Controllers.
PC for either an FTE node or an Ethernet node must have Windows 2000.

Ethernet Switches
Model Number Description

NE-SWSB01 12-port Ethernet switch for STP connections

NE-SWFB01 12-port Ethernet switch for multimode fiber optic connections
Accessories

NE-SWXP01* Expansion kit (cascade module and cable)

NE-SWSC01 Uplink adapter to connect STP switch to higher level fiber optic switch
* The 12-port switch can be expanded by stacking additional switches on top of one another and interconnecting them. Up to 8
switches can be stacked, for a total of 96 ports. Switches in a stack can be different types (STP or FO). An expansion kit is
required for each switch. The cascade module plugs into the switch; the cable connects each pair of adjacent switches.

Media Converter
Model Number Description

NE-EMC001 Ethernet media converter (2 required at a node, one each for Trees A and B)
NE-EMCB01 Bracket Mounts 2 NE-EMC001 media converters between 2 stacked NE-SWxx01 switches

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Cables
STP CAT5 Cable with RJ-45 Connectors Tree A– yellow boots Tree B– green boots
Connect a STP switch to a STP node or a to STP switch
2 meters 51305482-102 51305482-202
5 meters 51305482-105 51305482-205
10 meters 51305482-110 51305482-210
20 meters 51305482-120 51305482-220
MMF Cable with 1 MT-RJ and 1 SC Connector Tree A– yellow boots Tree B– green boots
Connect STP switch with fiber optic converter to a fiber optic
switch
2 meters 51305780-002 51305780-102
5 meters 51305780-005 51305780-105
10 meters 51305780-010 51305780-110
20 meters 51305780-020 51305780-120
STP CAT5 Crossover Cable White boots
To interconnect a pair of STP switches in order to join Tree A to Tree B
2 meters 51305786-502
5 meters 51305786-505
10 meters 51305786-510
20 meters 51305786-520
MMF Crossover Cable White boots
To interconnect a pair of fiber optic switches in order to join Tree A to Tree B
2 meters 51305782-402
5 meters 51305782-405
10 meters 51305782-410
20 meters 51305782-420
Switch Configuration Cable
One required per FTE network for configuring STP or fiber optic switches
RS-232 Cable 51305787

Services
Model Number Description

NS-DCS000 FTE Device Certification Service

NS-FDS000 Firewall Design Service
Purchase orders or inquiries regarding these services should be sent to:
Attention: Bret Popp
MS AZ15/R12
Honeywell Automation and Control Solutions • Service
2500 W. Union Hills Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Bret Popp @ 602-313-5408 or Bret.Popp@Honeywell.com

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