Auto-generation of network parameters
Automatic generation of system parameters is relatively easy; simply connect the engineering software with the network master station. New parameters are reflected automatically even when the system configuration changes, reducing overall network setup time.
Easier troubleshooting using third-party Ethernet diagnostic tools supporting SNMP
General Ethernet diagnostics software compatible with SNMP*1 can be used for monitoring CC-Link IE TSN and Ethernet network devices. In addition to providing detailed diagnostics of devices supported by CC-Link IE TSN, system-wide diagnostic analysis and monitoring across the entire network are possible.
*1. SNMP: Simple network management protocol
Error cause analysis with highly precise time synchronization
Highly accurate time synchronization accuracy within ±1μs and each station connected to the network sharing time stamp information in 1 ms units improves system diagnostics and troubleshooting by enabling sequential analysis of stations in the network. The error history is displayed consecutively based on time stamp data, enabling accurate analysis of the cause of error using the actual time the event occurred.
Combining with safety communications
CC-Link IE TSN enables control of safety and non-safety communications realizing a flexible system whereby safety communications can be easily incorporated into the main control network. Safety monitoring functions such as (STO, SS1, SS2, SOS, SLS, SBC, SSM) are also supported for drive-control devices that are on the network.
*2. When mixing 100 Mbps with 1 Gbps-rated devices on the same network, connect the 100 Mbps device after a device supporting 1 Gbps (class B).
Ensure latest functional version with firmware update
CC-Link IE TSN-compatible devices can be updated, ensuring latest functional version modules.
*3. To obtain the CC-Link IE TSN Firmware Update Tool and relevant firmware update files, please contact your local Mitsubishi Electric sales office or representative.