DeltaV Network Smart Switches

Introduction

The DeltaV Network ―Smart‖ switches are the next generation in the use of commercial off-the-shelf(COTS) components in control systems. Called―purpose-built‖ commercial components theses witches combine the lower cost of off-the-shelf components with DeltaV specific software and

features to make them more integrated and plugand-

play in the control network.

DeltaV Smart Switches require no configuration to

function in the DeltaV network. Accessing the   

advanced features takes only minor configuration

that is easy to perform using the DeltaV Wizard and

secured so you can’t incorrectly configure any

switching functions that impact the performance of

the DeltaV system.

The purpose-built switch also allows the DeltaV

system to provide an auto port lockdown advanced

security feature that is easy for a control system user

to implement: an increasingly important product

feature in today’s hostile environment.

Benefits

Plug and Play installation. Smart Switches are

configured with DeltaV-compatible settings so that

they can be installed into a DeltaV network right out

of the box. They require no user configuration to fully

support DeltaV network communications. In addition,

there is no user access to make changes to this

default configuration, so you never have to worry

about the switch you install being incorrectly

configured.

Auto lockdown prevents unauthorized network

connections- Disabling unused network

connections is a security ―best practice‖ and helps

you comply with plant security policies. With the oneclick

lockdown capability built into the switch, you

can automatically lock all unused network ports in

the system with a single button click in a DeltaV

application.

Full range of switch hardware configurations.

DeltaV network switches are available in a variety of

hardware solutions. From a 24-port rack-mounted

unit to both fixed-port and modular field-mounted

switches, the DeltaV network switch will meet a wide

variety of network requirements.

These switches are all you need to implement a

DeltaV network. The DeltaV network switches can

be used in place of the currently supported Cisco

and Hirschmann switches to implement DeltaV

control networks.

The VE6046, VE6047 and VE6048 DeltaV Smart

switches can be used in applications where the

Cisco switches were previously used.

The VE6041, VE6042 and VE6043 Smart Switches

can be used anyplace a DIN rail field mounted

switch is required.

In most cases the DeltaV network switches can be

used as a drop-in replacement for our existing

supported managed switches.

Fully supported by Emerson. As Emerson

products, these DeltaV Network Switches are

completely supported by Emerson. You receive full

technical support from our Global Service Center,

warranty support, product support, and education—

all from Emerson. In the unlikely event you have a

switch failure the Smart Switches are included in the

Express Module Replacement program so you can

obtain quick replacements.

Product Description and Specification

The DeltaV network ―smart‖ switch is a Fast-

Ethernet Layer 2 network switching device. The

switch is available in three models:

The VE6046, VE6047 and VE6048 DeltaV Smart

Switch: 19‖ rack-mountable 8, 16 or 24-port modular

switch with wired and fiber connections and 2

Gigabit wired or fiber uplinks.

DeltaV Plug-and-Play Installation

The DeltaV switches are easy to install in your

DeltaV network. Since they come preconfigured from

the factory, installation is as simple as mounting the

unit, connecting the communications cables, and

powering up the unit. The switch is configured to

begin communications on power up—no additional

setup is required for the switching function to work

properly.

Auto Security Lockdown

The DeltaV Smart Switch has our patent-pending

auto lockdown security technology to prevent

unauthorized access to the network.

The DeltaV one-click lockdown application will

automatically locate all of the Smart Switches in the

network and display their locked or unlocked status

While any user can view the switch security status

only users with Can Download, Can configure and

Can Calibrate privileges are able to lock and unlock

the switches.

The DeltaV one-click lockdown security application

will send a lock or unlock command to all the

switches in the network with a single click.

The ―lock‖ command tells the switch to find all of the

unused network ports and disable them. It will also

memorize what devices are connected on each local

port to prevent an existing device from being

replaced by an unauthorized rogue device.

Another single click will command all the switches to

―unlock‖ to add a new device or to troubleshoot any

network problems. The optional 60 minute relock

timer will automatically relock all of the switches to

prevent the devices from accidentally being left in

the insecure, unlocked state.

This application can be run from just the

ProfessionalPlus or can also be installed on operator

or maintenance stations for easy user access.

All locking and unlocking events are logged in the

DeltaV Event Journal so you can easily monitor

unlocking events for unusual activity and to be sure

proper security procedures are being followed.

Network Monitoring

The Smart Switch provides view-only access to the

switch network monitoring capabilities. Using a thirdparty

SNMP application (such as ―What’s Up Gold‖)

and standard SNMPv3 communications, you can

collect network data and monitor the health of the

switch. Since this is view-only access, there is no

chance the monitor access will allow any

configuration changes to the switch providing secure

monitor access.

In addition, you can use the built-in web interface on

the switch to use the browser on your switch

management workstation* for a view-only user

interface to access switch information.

The view only Web interface provides a secure and easyto-

navigate view into the internal switch status information.

Switch Setup—DeltaV Wizard

The DeltaV smart switch is easy to set up using the

DeltaV Wizard build into the switch. By simply

connecting the serial cable and running a terminal

access application such as Hyperterminal (included

on the XP-based DeltaV workstations), you can

easily enable the advanced features using a simple

question and answer format. Only the switch

settings allowed by the wizard are user accessible in

the switch. See the Wizard parameter table at the

end of this document for details

The DeltaV Wizard allows any user to easily setup

the switch without having to worry about accidentally

changing the proper configuration needed for

DeltaV.

The Ease-of-Use Wizard prevents users from

entering a non-DeltaV network address by limiting

the address choices to only those available within

the DeltaV LAN. The subnet address is

preconfigured for DeltaV to make this setup even

easier.

Switch Access Security

All user access to the switch is protected by

passwords. The DeltaV Wizard provides a questionand-

answer format to change the default passwords,

if desired. The switch is set up by default to allow

remote access for view-only user functions and to

access the Setup Wizard to make setup changes

over the network. If desired, either or both of these

remote access capabilities can be disabled using the

wizard. If Telnet is disabled, the only configuration

access to the switch will be via the serial connection

directly at the switch. Disabling remote access has

no impact on the one-click lockdown function. SNMP

v3 access is always enabled in a view-only mode.

Compatible with all Versions of the

DeltaV System

Switches are compatible with all versions of DeltaV

for switching and monitor functions and can be used

to expand or retrofit existing DeltaV systems and for

replacement spares for some existing Cisco and

Hirschmann switches—the auto switch lockdown is

compatible only with DeltaV v10.3.

Compatible

with non-DeltaV Switches

The DeltaV Smart Switch can also be installed in a

mixed system with the currently supported Cisco or

Hirschmann switches, as desired.

Reliable Hardware

The DeltaV Smart Switch is based on hardware

produced by a recognized supplier of industrialgrade

networking equipment. All switches are fanless

and have redundant power connections with

external alarm contacts. They are also available in

high temperature, conformal coated versions for use

in harsh environments.

`*Note- Web interface must be accessed from a Switch

Management Station computer where DeltaV is not installed on

the computer.

Typical network implementation would use the VE6048 as a central switch located in a rack room where AC

power is available with the VE6041 (or VE6042 or VE6043) as a field-mounted switch for controllers in fieldmounted

locations. If required as part of the network architecture, multiple VE6048 switches can be

interconnected using the gigabit ports to provide a network backbone to connect devices or other DeltaV

switches.

The VE6042 or VE6043 can also be used as a central switch if a more modular switch solution is required or to

meet extended environment specifications due to the location of the central switch.

Please consult v 10.3 DeltaV Books on Line for detailed network layout examples and detailed

instructions on network design using DeltaV Smart Switches.

Ordering Information

The specifications and DeltaV ordering numbers below provide the information necessary to help design the

DeltaV network and order the necessary equipment to implement the network.

Note the ordering information in dark, multiline borders are extended specification devices, single line borders are

standard specifications. Extended specifications are higher temperature, conformal coated switches with

additional certifications as listed in the certification table at the end of the document.

The KJ1611x1 Terminal Access Cable is required to setup switch and must be ordered separately. One

cable can access any switch – does not require a cable for each switch. Order 2 or 3 cables so extra

cables are available if required. Specifications for creating your own cable are in DeltaV Books on line