Using a Quantum IEC Hot Standby System

While Your System Is Running

Constant Internal

After your Hot Standby system has been started and is running normally, it

Monitoring

continues to function automatically. It constantly tests itself for faults and is always

 

ready to transfer control from the Primary to the Standby if it detects a fault.

Regular Data

 

While the system is running, the module automatically transfers all state RAM to the

Transfers

Standby unit at the end of each scan. This ensures that the Standby is aware of the

 

latest conditions and is ready to take control if needed.

 

If one or both of the links between the Hot Standby modules is not functioning, the

 

Primary controller functions as though no backup is available.

 

If the Primary controller fails, the Standby automatically assumes control of the

 

remote I/O network. If the Primary controller recovers from failure, and a power cycle

 

is completed, then it assumes Standby responsibilities. If it cannot recover, it

 

remains offline.

 

If the Standby controller fails, it goes offline. The Primary controller functions as a

 

standalone and continues to manage the I/O networks.

 

 

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