Helmholz 700-856-12F41 FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO 16 Port 10-100-1000 MBps User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Helmholz
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Helmholz 700-856-12F41 FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO 16 Port 10-100-1000
MBps
Safety instructions
Target audience
This description is only intended for trained personnel qualified in control and automation engineering who are familiar with the applicable national standards. For installation, commissioning, and operation of the components, compliance with the instructions and explanations in this operating manual is essential. The specialist personnel is to ensure that the application or the use of the products described fulfills all safety requirements, including all applicable laws, regulations, provisions, and standards. Intended use The device has a protection rating of IP 20 (open type) and must be installed in an electrical operating room or a control box/cabinet in order to protect it against environmental influences. To prevent unauthorized operation, the doors of control boxes/cabinets must be closed and possibly locked during operation. The consequences of improper use may include personal injury to the user or third parties, as well as property damage to the control system, the product, or the environment. Use the device only as intended!.
Operation
Successful and safe operation of the device requires proper transport, storage, setup, assembly, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance. Operate the device only in flawless condition. The permissible operating conditions and performance limits (technical data) must be adhered to. Retrofits, changes, or modifications to the device are strictly The device is a network infrastructure component and therefore an important element in the security consideration of a plant. When using the device, therefore, observe the relevant recommendations to prevent unauthorized access to installations and systems. Further information on this can be found in the device manual.
Introduction
The managed FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO can be used to connect PROFINET
components at 100 Mbps as well as Ethernet devices at up to 1000 Mbps. The
FLEXtra PROFINET switch FO has 12 RJ45 ports with up to 1000Mbps and 4 SFP
ports for fiber optic transmission with 1000 Mbps. The supported PROFINET
protocols, such as LLDP, DCP or diagnostic alarms, can be easily parameterized
and managed via the integration of a GSDML file. In addition to the PROFINET
functions, further network management functions are available in the FLEXtra
PROFINET-Switch, which can be configured via the web interface. These include
VLAN, SNMP, port mirroring, QoS/CoS mapping. The functional design with the
smart arrangement of the Network connection ports saves space in the control
cabinet. The status LEDs on the top of the FLEXtra PROFINET switch, which are
always clearly visible, enable easy diagnostics even with full cabling. In
addition, the FLEXtra PROFINET switch supports the control of ports via inputs
and the display of port states via outputs. As inputs and outputs bits in the
PROFINET-IO image of the switch can be used as well as 4 digital inputs and 2
digital outputs with 24V. The assignment of the can be configured via the
GSDML file. 
The website can also be used to query extensive information about the status of the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch, such as port status and statistics, stored MAC addresses and the ARP table. The configuration set via the web interface can be downloaded or saved to an SD card as a backup or for series commissioning. Further information about the network management functions, the status displays and the configuration management can be found in the detailed manual of the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch. This document explains the initial commissioning of the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO with a standard use case. The latest version of the document and the detailed manual can be found at www.helmholz.de or scan the QR code directly.
Preparing the PROFINET-Switch
Connecting
The FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch has a redundant power supply. The FLEXtra
PROFINET-Switch must be supplied with 24 VDC via the supplied connector plug
at at least one of the two “-/+” wide-range inputs (18 – 30 VDC).The RJ45
sockets “X1 P1” – “X1 P12” are used to connect the network nodes (PROFINET or
Ethernet) via copper Ethernet at up to 1000 Mbit/s. The sockets “SFP1 / X1
P13” – “SFP4 / X1 P16” can be equipped with SFP transceiver modules. Both SM
“Single Mode” and MM “Multi Mode” SFP modules with 1000 Mbit/s transmission
rate are supported.
The housing of the PROFINET-Switch is not grounded. Please connect the functional grounding connection (FG named FE on front) of the PROFINET-Switch correctly with the reference potential.
Setup and use
Install GSDML file
You can download the GSDML file for the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch from the
website www.helmholz.de in the download area of the product or use the QR code
shown. Install the GSDML file “GSDML-V2.41-Helmholz-FX-PN-Switch-FO-…XML” via
the TIA Portal menu “Options” / “Manage general station description files
(GSD)”.
Setup in the hardware-configuration
After installation, the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO is listed in the hardware
catalog under “Other field devices PROFINET IO Network Components
Helmholz GmbH & Co. KG Helmholz PN-Switch” in the hardware catalog. Insert
the “FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO, 16 port” device into the project and connect
it to your PROFINET network.
The real device must later be assigned the same name as in the
project.
Setting the port properties
Each port of the PROFINET switch can be individually configured.
“Activate this port”| The port can be switched off here. This option is
recommended when the port should not be used. Unauthorized trespass into the
network is prevented.
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Transmission rate / duplex “Automatic”| The port synchronizes itself
automatically with the communication partner (auto-negotiation).
Transmission rate / duplex “TP 100 Mbps full duplex”| Fixed specification of
the transmission rate. This option is recommended when connecting PROFINET IO
devices with 100MBps.
Monitor| Send a diagnosis by Link Down
Enable autonegotiation| Automatic recognition of the transmission speed and
the cable type (cross or patch cable)
End of detection of accessible devices| The DCP telegrams for recording
accessible devices are not forwarded from this port. Subscribers behind this
port are no longer displayed under “Accessible subscribers” in the topology.
Users behind this port can no longer be reached by the CPU.
End of topology discovery| LLDP frames for topology discovery are not
forwarded on this port.
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Use of SFP modules
Up to four SFP transceivers can be plugged into the FLEXtra PROFINET switch FO (SFP1 – SFP4). Each SFP transceiver is a separate port in the switch (ports 13 – 16).The FLEXtra PROFINET Switch FO has no manufacturer lock-in, i.e. SFP modules from any manufacturer can be used (see below for restrictions). However, since there are a large number of manufacturers and SFP transceivers on the market, we cannot provide a functional guarantee for all transceivers. -
Helmholz offers the following SFP transceiver modules tested with the FLEXtra PROFINET Switch FO: 700-997-1AM01 SFP Transceiver 1000 Mbps, single mode1310 nm, LC-Anschluss, up to 10 km
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700-997-1AN01 SFP Transceiver 1000 Mbps, single mode1310 nm, LC-Anschluss, up to 40 km
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700-998-1AD01 SFP Transceiver 1000 Mbps, multimode850 nm, LC-Anschluss, up to 500 m
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700-998-1AG01 SFP Transceiver 1000 Mbps, multimode1310 nm, LC-Anschluss, up to 2 km
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Please ensure that an SFP transceiver with the same technical data is used on the opposite side of the fiber optic connection. The FLEXtra PROFINET switch currently only supports SFP transceivers with a transmission speed of 1000Mbit/s. The FLEXtra PROFINET switch FO does not support SFP+ transceivers.
To plug in a SFP transceiver, the protective cap on the SFP slot must be removed. Please keep the protective cap in case the SFP transceiver is removed again. The protective cap prevents dirt from contaminating the empty SFP slot, which could lead to malfunctions. SFP transceivers can also be plugged in when the FLEXtra PROFINET switch FO is powered, and the other ports are in operation. The port properties correspond to those of the RJ45 ports. Currently, however, only 1000Mbit/s can be set as the transmission speed and autonegotiation is not available with FO.
Assign the PROFINET switch a name
When the configuration of the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO has been completed in
the hardware configurator of the engineering tool, it can be loaded into the
PLC. In order that the FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO can be found by the PROFINET
controller, the PROFINET device name must be assigned to the PROFINET switch.
To this purpose, use the function “Assign device name”, which you can access
in the Online menu with the right mouse button when the PROFINET switch is
activated. With the “Update list” button, the network can be browsed for
PROFINET participants. The PROFINET device name can be assigned to the device
with “Assign name”.
The clear identification of the FLEXtra PROFINET switch is ensured here by the
MAC address of the device. The MAC address of the device can be found on the
device front of the FLEXtra PROFINET switch.
If the PROFINET switch has been assigned the correct PROFINET name, it is
recognized by the PLC and configured. If configuration has taken place
correctly, the PROFINET “BF” LED is off. The Helmholz IPSet tool, which can be
downloaded at no charge from the Helmholz website, can also be used to set the
PROFINET name. Scan the following QR code to download the IPSet tool:
Further configuration and diagnosis via the web interface
Via the web interface, the status of the PROFINET switch can be queried and
further functions can be configured. Furthermore, a firmware update can be
performed via the web interface.The web interface can be operated as soon as
the device has a network configuration. The IP address of the device must be
entered as URL. In the following login dialog the username is “admin” and the
password is the serial number of the PROFINET switch which can be read at the
device side. For the first login the default password must be changed.
Port Status
On the start page after login, the status of all ports is displayed as an
overview.
SFP-Port Information
In the “Switch/SFP Status” menu, the information read out by the switch from
the SFP transceiver can be viewed.
Further information about the web interface can be taken from the manual.
Diagnosis via LEDs
The two system LEDs “PWR”, “RUN” and the two PROFINET LEDs “BF” and “SF”
indicate the system status of the switch. After power-on or a reset, all 4
LEDs are permanently on for approx. 5 seconds to indicate the start-up
process. The LEDs P1-P16 show the status of the ports
System LEDs
PWR
| Off| No power supply or device defective
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On| Device is correctly supplied with voltage
RUN
| On| Device is ready to operate
Flashing| Device is starting up
Flashing synchronous with BF and SF LED| PROFINET function device
identification
BF
| On| Bus error, no configuration
Flashing synchronous with RUN and SF LED| PROFINET function device
identification
SF
| On| System error, network status in error
Flashing synchronous with RUN and BF LED| PROFINET function device
identification
Ethernet LEDs P1 – P12 (RJ45
Off| | No network cable connected or network cable defective or partner device
off
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Green
| On| Ethernet connection with 10/100 MBps
Flashing| Ethernet communication with 10/100 Mbps
Orange
| On| Ethernet connection with 1000 Mbps
Flashing| Ethernet communication with 1000 Mbps
FO LEDs P13 – P16 (SFP1-4
Off| | No SFP module plugged, FO connection not possible or connected device
not present
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Orange
| On| FO connection with 1000 Mbps
Flashing| FO communication with 1000 Mbps
Function of buttons
The “RST” button triggers an immediate restart of the PROFINET switch in which all stored settings are retained. A restart is indicated by the permanent illumination of all 4 status LEDs. With the “FCN” button the PROFINET switch can be reset to factory settings. If the “FCN” button is pressed during the switch start-up phase or after a reset, the green “PWR” and the orange “SF” LEDs light up continuously. This indicates that the switch has loaded the factory setting. After releasing the button, the switch is restarted.
Technical data
| Order number | 700-856-12F41 |
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| Name | FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO, 16-Port, managed, 10/100/1000Mbit |
| Scope of delivery | FLEXtra PROFINET-Switch FO, 16-Port with power supply plug |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | 78 x 125 x 111 mm |
| Weight | Ca. 550 g |
| PROFINET/Ethernet interface (X1) | |
| Connection | 12 x RJ45 |
4 x Fiber Optic (FO) for SFP Transceiver modules, Single mode or Multimode integrated Switch
Protocol| PROFINET IO Device as defined in IEC 61158-6-10
Transmission rate| RJ45: 10/100/1000 Mbps SFP: 1000 Mbps
Features| PROFINET Conformance Class B (in Preparation) , Media Redundancy
(MRP),
automatic addressing (DCP), topology detection (LLDP), diagnostic alarms,
VLAN, SNMP V2, Port-Mirroring, Port statistics
Digital IO|
Inputs| 4, type 3 acc. DIN EN 61131-2
Outputs| 2, 500mA 24V DC, electronic fused
Status indicator| 4 LEDs function status, 16 LEDs Ethernet-Status (two-
colored)
Voltage supply| 2x DC 24 V, 18 − 30 V DC, redundant
Power consumption| max. 400 mA with DC 24 V
Current draw| Max. 9,6 W
Ambient conditions|
Installation position| Any
Ambient temperature| -40 °C … +75°C
Transport and storage temperature| -40 °C … +85°C
Relative air humidity| 95 % r H without condensation
Protection rating| IP20
REACH & RoHS| Yes
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