EDS-408A/405A Series User’s Manual

 

Featured Functions

End Date

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

Description

 

Factory Default

 

 

 

User adjustable

TheEnd Date parameter allows users to

 

 

 

 

 

enter the date that daylight saving time

 

None

 

 

 

date.

 

 

 

 

ends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Offset

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

Description

 

Factory Default

 

 

 

User adjustable

The offset parameter indicates how

 

 

 

 

 

many hours forward the clock should

 

None

 

 

 

hour.

 

 

 

 

be advanced.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

System Up Time

Indicates the EDS’s up time from the last cold start. The unit is seconds.

 

Time Zone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

 

Description

 

Factory Default

 

 

 

 

User selectable

 

The time zone setting allows

 

GMT (Greenwich Mean

 

 

 

 

 

conversion from GMT (Greenwich

 

 

 

 

 

time zone

 

 

Time)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mean Time) to local time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE

Changing the time zone will automatically correct the current time. You should configure the

 

 

time zone before setting the time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time Server IP/Name

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

 

Description

 

 

 

Factory Default

 

 

 

 

1st Time Server

 

IP or Domain address (e.g., 192.168.1.1 or

 

 

 

 

 

 

IP/Name

 

time.stdtime.gov.tw or time.nist.gov)

 

 

 

None

 

 

 

 

2nd Time Server

 

The EDS will try to locate the 2nd NTP Server

 

 

 

 

 

IP/Name

 

if the connection to the 1st NTP server failed.

 

 

 

Time Server Query Period

 

Setting

Description

 

Query Period

This parameter determines how frequently the

 

time is updated from the NTP server.

 

 

Factory Default

600 seconds

Turbo Ring DIP Switch

The Turbo Ring DIP Switch page allows users to disable the four DIP switches located on the EDS’s outer casing. When enabled, the DIP switches can be used to configure basic settings for either the “Turbo Ring” protocol or “Turbo Ring V2” protocol. A complete description of the settings is given below.

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Moxa Technologies EDS-408A, 405A SERIES user manual Turbo Ring DIP Switch

405A SERIES, EDS-408A specifications

Moxa Technologies has established itself as a leader in networking solutions, particularly for industrial applications. Among their cutting-edge products is the 405A Series, specifically the EDS-408A model, which exemplifies Moxa's commitment to performance, reliability, and versatility in industrial Ethernet switches.

The EDS-408A is an 8-port industrial Ethernet switch that offers an impressive array of features and capabilities designed to meet the demands of harsh environments. One of its main highlights is the ability to support both 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet connections, providing users with the flexibility to integrate a range of devices within their network. Its robust design ensures that it operates seamlessly in extreme conditions, with a wide operating temperature range from -40 to 75 degrees Celsius.

The EDS-408A is built to support an array of networking topologies. It features advanced Ethernet switching technologies that enable fast and efficient data transfer while minimizing latency. The device is equipped with wire-speed forwarding capabilities, which is vital for maintaining high performance in heavy network traffic scenarios.

Another key feature of the EDS-408A is its redundancy support. The switch incorporates various redundancy protocols, including Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol), which enhance network reliability by allowing quick recovery in the event of a failure. This ensures continuous network uptime, which is critical for industrial applications.

Furthermore, Moxa Technologies has adopted an user-friendly web-based management interface in the EDS-408A, simplifying the configuration and monitoring process. This allows system administrators to easily manage settings, monitor traffic, and troubleshoot issues in real time. Additionally, the switch supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) for remote monitoring and management, enabling organizations to keep their networks optimized.

Security is another paramount feature of the EDS-408A. It includes built-in security mechanisms such as port security, VLAN, and access control lists (ACLs), which help safeguard sensitive network segments from unauthorized access.

In conclusion, Moxa Technologies' EDS-408A model from the 405A Series is a robust and feature-rich industrial Ethernet switch designed for demanding environments. With its support for various network protocols, redundancy features, user-friendly management, and enhanced security, the EDS-408A stands out as a reliable solution for organizations looking to enhance their industrial networking capabilities.