Chapter 1 Overview of FBUS-HSE/H1 Linking Device (LD) Hardware
© National Instruments Corporation 1-3 FBUS-HSE/H1 LD User Manual
Once configured, the linking device permits HMI software on any PC
connected to an FBUS-HSE/H1 LD to access and monitor Fieldbus devices
as if the HMIwere directly connected to the Fieldbus network.
System Requirements
This section describes the hardware and software components you need
before you can use the linking device. You also should review the
README.TXT file on the linking device setup disk for the latest information.
Hardware
• FBUS-HSE/H1 LD
• Ethernet 10/100 Mbps network interface
• Ethernet network cabling
• Fieldbus cabling
Software
• Windows NT 4.0 with service pack 3 or later, or Windows 2000/XP
• NI-FBUS Configurator version 3.0 or later
• DHCP Server
Compatibility Information
The linking device is compatible with IEEE 802.3, the Fieldbus Foundation
specification, and the Fieldbus Foundation HSE specification.
FBUS-HSE/H1 LD Hardware Description
The linking device is designed to be mounted on a 35 mm DIN rail and has
one Ethernet port. The Ethernet status LEDs on the front of the linking
device display the current status of Ethernet link.
The linking device has two separate H1 Fieldbus ports. Next to each port is
an LED to display the current port status.
The STATUS LED indicates whether the linking device is powered on and
operating properly.
For more information on connecting and configuring the linking device,
refer to Chapter 2, Hardware Installation and Configuration.