MGate EIP3000 Series User’s Manual | Introduction |
Overview
The MGate EIP3000 is a line of protocol gateways that provides users with
yprotocol conversion between DF1 and EtherNet/IP
yvirtual serial port for multiple DF1 and EtherNet/IP device communications
yWindows utilities for easy setup and traffic monitoring.
Protocol conversion between DF1 and EtherNet/IP
MGate™ EIP3000 series products can be used to connect DF1 devices and EtherNet/IP devices to provide Allen Bradley PLCs with remote maintenance capability. By supporting PCCC objects on CIP, the MGate™ EIP3000 can communicate seamlessly with Rockwell Ethernet devices. The EIP3000 protocol gateways come with either 1 or 2 serial ports to allow users to select a suitable gateway depending on the size of the network.
ProCOM function for multiple DF1 and EtherNet/IP device communications
Each MGate™ EIP3000 gateway supports a virtual serial port. A remote PC uses a
Windows utilities for easy setup and traffic monitoring
A Windows utility is provided to make configuration and operation of the MGate EIP3000 as easy as possible. The utility automatically connects to all available MGate EIP3000 units on the LAN for you. Traffic monitoring functions help you troubleshoot the communication problems between DF1 and EtherNet/IP protocols by tracking items such as connection status and address translation errors.
Package Checklist
All models in the MGate EIP3000 line are shipped with the following items:
Standard Accessories
y1 MGate EIP3000 DF1 to EtherNet/IP gateway.
yDocument & software CD.
yQuick Installation Guide.
yProduct warranty statement.
Optional Accessories
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NOTE: Notify your sales representative if any of the above items is missing or damaged.