May 9, 2008

Here are a few popular Ethernet downloads from our extensive
Tech Notes Library:

Ethernet Moves Out of the Office - The first in a series of discussions about using Ethernet technology for industrial applications.

Industrial Ethernet Basics - This simple five page paper lays it all out in black and white.

The Ethernet Buzzword Guide - Ethernet has a zillion buzzwords and plenty of strange abbreviations and acronyms. Demystify them with this guide.

Merging Ethernet and Serial Technology - Explains how Serial Servers can allow you to easily connect RS-232/422/485 across a network.

Industrial Ethernet Switches, Hubs, Servers, Adapters, Converters,
Data Acquisition, Accessories and Tech Data

The power of an Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) is tremendous when applied to a factory floor or other industrial application. But industrial applications often require special hardware to interface from existing equipment to the LAN. Harsh industrial conditions, ground differentials and electrical noise can present challenges for standard Ethernet LANs. DIN rail mountable, ruggedized and isolated Industrial Ethernet switches, hubs, servers and converters from B&B Electronics successfully address these challenges. And B&B Electronics provides telephone and email support for these products, as well as technical information on their website.

B&B Electronics Ethernet Products

• Ethernet Serial Device Servers. Connect RS-232/422/485 devices to your LAN or WAN.
  • Ethernet Serial Device Servers
  • Modbus Ethernet Serial Servers
  • Wireless 802.11 to RS-232, RS-422, RS-485
  • Power Over Ethernet Serial Servers
  • Industrial Protocol Serial Servers
• Ethernet Infrastructure Products
  • Unmanaged Ethernet Switches
  • Managed Ethernet Switches
  • Industrial Wireless Access Points
  • Ethernet Media Converters
  • Ethernet Extender. Extend your network up to 6200 feet using any unused pair of straight copper wires.
  • Surge Protector
  • Standard CAT 5 Patch Cords
  • Harsh Environment CAT 5 Patch Cords
  • Industrial Panel Mount Receptacles
  • Power over Ethernet - PowerDsine Midspan PoE
• Ethernet Interfaces
  • Industrial PCs
  • Human Machine Interface (HMI)
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • I/O
  • Anywhere USB (USB over Ethernet)
  • Connectport Display (Network Video)
  • VPort (Industrial Video Servers)

Ethernet Quick Facts

Ethernet is the common name for a local area network (LAN) defined by a series of IEEE 802 standards. Ethernet sends data across the network in packets. All nodes monitor traffic on the network and can only transmit when data is not present. Ethernet LANs can be connected via co-axial cable, twisted pair cable, fiber optics or wireless links. Data speeds and distance vary according to the type of media used. TCP/IP is the most common higher-level protocol suite used with Ethernet LANs.

Ethernet Tech Tip: Adding an Ethernet switch to a LAN divides the network into separate collision domains, reducing the overall traffic on the LAN, improving communication speed and reducing errors.

Benefits of Using Ethernet Equipment:

• Allows the use of ubiquitous, low-cost and well-understood technology and software
• Ethernet interfacing equipment such as serial servers bring the TCP/IP platform to industrial systems and allows legacy equipment to be cost-effectively networked.