The Avtron VME Ethernet(TM) Module can modernize your system-wide communications without replacing your current PLC hardware and software. Avtron's VME Ethernet Module is designed for installation in a traditional VME rack. The following benefits will be realized:

• Seamless integration with Legacy VME PLC Systems
• Easy set-up with little PLC programming required to integrate Ethernet into existing ADDvantage-32 (TM) Drives
• Provides high performance Ethernet replacement for 802.4 LAN
• Upgrades drive network while eliminating costly troubleshooting downtime
• Can be accomplished during routine shutdowns, one drive at a time

Also available is the NetMax Ethernet module for the AutoMax system.

VME Ethernet Module

Bridge VME racks to ADDvantage-32 drives

Add Performance View to your systems

Maintain legacy control systems and add new features

Upgrade drive network while eliminating costly troubleshooting downtime

Key Features

• Embedded Real-Time Operating System
• EGD and Proprietary Exchange Service Protocols supported
• Application software for communication with up to (16) ADDvantage-32 Drives and (1) Performance View (TM)
• 6U, Single slot Eurocard format
• Intel (R) Pentium (R) III processor
• Dual 10/100 TX Ethernet interface ports
• Front panel diagnostic LEDs

Benefits

• Modern, open communication protocols
• Provides high performance Ethernet replacement for 802.4 LAN systems
• Direct support for legacy VME drive systems
• Seamless integration with ADDvantage-32 drives
• Allows for addition of Performance View diagnostic system onto legacy systems
• Saves thousands of dollars in expensive PLC hardware by maintaining existing hardware and software