EDS-408A/405A Series User’s Manual

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Configuring “Turbo Ring” and “Turbo Ring V2”

Use the Communication Redundancy page to configure select “Turbo Ring” or “Turbo Ring V2.” Note that configuration pages for these two protocols are different.

Configuring “Turbo Ring”

 

Explanation of “Current Status” Items

 

Now Active

 

Shows which communication protocol is in use: Turbo Ring, Turbo Ring V2, RSTP, or none.

 

Master/Slave

 

Indicates whether or not this EDS is the Master of the Turbo Ring. (This field appears only when

 

selected to operate in Turbo Ring or Turbo Ring V2 mode.)

 

 

NOTE

The user does not need to set the master to use Turbo Ring. If no master is set, the Turbo Ring

 

protocol will assign master status to one of the EDS units in the ring. The master is only used to

 

determine which segment serves as the backup path.

 

 

 

Redundant Ports Status (1st Port, 2nd Port)

 

Ring Coupling Ports Status (Coupling Port, Coupling Control Port)

 

The “Ports Status” indicators show Forwarding for normal transmission, Blocking if this port is

 

connected to a backup path and the path is blocked, and Link down if there is no connection.

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Moxa Technologies EDS-408A, EDS-405A user manual Configuring Turbo Ring and Turbo Ring, Now Active, Master/Slave

EDS-405A, 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.

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