Issue Configured Loytec LConfig application as a service but still do not get communication from the LonWorks Network. Not able to get Service pin from LON devices connected with Loytec NIC from Enterprise Server Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Enterprise Server 1.1 Loytec NIC852 (LConfig Tool) Windows 7 Cause LConfig tool version is too old. The LConfig tool, even if set to start as a service, also still needs to start before the Enterprise Server (ES), otherwise the Enterprise Server fails to establish its connection with the LonWorks interface. For information on how to set LConfig to run as a service refer to Not able to get Service pin from LON devices connected with Loytec NIC from ES. Resolution To rectify the cause 1, click here to verify if the LConfig version is the most recent one. If not please download the most recent NIC - LOYTEC Network Interface Software. To rectify the cause 2, you must set the Loytec (LConfig) application service to be a dependency of the Enterprise Server (ES), to do this follow these instructions: Using RegEdit (or similar) edit the Registry Key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\StruxureWare 1.1 Enterprise Server NOTE: For SmartStruxure version 1.3 and above, go to path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\Building Operation 1.3 Enterprise Server Locate and edit the DependOnService string Add the text LoytecSrv (service name for the LConfig application). Close the editor and reboot the PC Note: When running the LConfig as a service the LConfig Tool is not available from the System Tray and must be started from the program shortcut, located under Start > Programs> LOYTEC Network Interfaces> LConfig As a quick visual check, to see if configured correctly, you can perform a LonWorks Device Discovery on your Enterprise Server, this will show the NIC which has been defined with a red box (see image below). If these are all blue then you will not be able to receive any communications from your devices. Also remember if using the Loytec LIP devices that these should be configured in Smart Mode.

  Issue How can I troubleshoot a communication issue with the Smart Connector. Is there a log available within the AS or ES that shows the Smart Connector communication. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server Building Operation Enterprise Server Cause When troubleshooting Smart Connector issues in an AS or ES it can be helpful to see the communication between the Server and the Smart Connector device to help identify this issue. The trace log within both server types is available and is configured as described below in the resolution. Resolution Open Workstation and navigate to [AS/ES name]/System/Modules/Trace/Loggers/nsp/nsp.csc/nsp.csc.CWSServer. Right-click "nsp.csc.CWSServer" and choose Properties. Under Level, change from "Information" to "Trace", then click ok. Let it run a few minutes. If there are some user input needed to recreate the Smart Connector issue, then perform these steps now. Retrieve the log by right-clicking [AS/ES name]/System/Modules/Trace/TraceSettings and choose Trace settings->Get trace log.  Save the log file. Once debugging is complete remember to change log level back to "Information" (reverse of step 3). Note: If the ES or AS is reset, i.e. cold started or warm started, the log level will return to 'Information', so if further increased logging is required, the procedure will need to be repeated. Note2: This option is only availabe for EBO version 6.02 and onwards

Issue I have an I/NET Controller with a forgotten DCU password. How can I recover it? Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Seven Site Cause A DCU password was set on the I/NET Controller and has been forgotten. Resolution Send an email to your local support. Include a copy of the current save file for the controller in question. Support will advise you on the password. Recommendation: For future use, either remove any controller passwords or record them in a secure location where they can be retrieved easily.

Issue One of the following error messages are displayed. Internal server error Server already part of a system Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation WorkStation Building Operation Server Cause Version Mismatch: The Automation Server is either not the same version as the Enterprise Server or it is still connected to a different Enterprise Server. If the Automation Server is still connected to another Enterprise Server then it must be detached before it can be added underneath a new Enterprise Server. User Permissions: In some instances, the User Permissions "System Address" is not added to the user account that is attempting to add the server.    Resolution If you are given an error that states "Domain: Internal Server Error" then you need to download the same version of firmware to the AS that is installed on the ES. Resolution #1: Detach the Automation Server Log in to the Automation Server.   In the system tree pane, right-click on the automation server and go to Advanced > Detach server.   The Disconnect Automation Server window will open; click yes.   The Automation Server is now detached and can be added to an Enterprise Server. Resolution #2: Verify User Permissions Check a current backup using the SBO xbk Analyzer and verify the number of servers listed under Reports>Servers Log on using the default admin account and see if these servers exist. Detach the server(s), as described above. If the secondary user still requires permission to add and see ALL servers: Go to the user and select the Permissions tab Ensure the ES path is selected Click on the Add System button (identified with the arrow) Enable all options to allow read/write, create etc.  Save these changes and log off and back on with this user to see the changes. This user should now be able to add/see ALL servers.

Issue What temperature limit should the CPU Temperature stay within? Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation. Environment Building Operation Automation Server Premium Building Operation Automation Server Bundled Cause From EBO version 3.2, the CPU Temperature is added. Resolution The CPU temperature parameter displayed in the UI property dialog Automation Server Properties – Basic Tab is intended for internal debugging purposes only. Users are not required to monitor or take action based on this value, as there is no specified maximum CPU temperature level that requires user intervention or indicates potential CPU performance degradation.  

Issue Removal of the Mobile Profile in N4.15 Product Line TAC IA Series. Environment I/A Series N4.15 Jace I/A Series N4.15 Enterprise Server Cause The Niagara Mobile Profile has been removed from Niagara 4.15 Resolution Since the Niagara Mobile APIs were deprecated and replacements provided in N4.6,  Niagara Mobile has been removed in N4.15. The standard HTML5 Hx Profile is mobile friendly and users configured with the BDefaultMobileWebProfile will automatically be switched to the HTML5 Hx Profile. When you start up a N4.14 station in a N4.15 environment for the first time and it was configured for using the mobile profile, you should see this warning:   "WARNING [14:06:11 22-May-24 EDT] [web] Support for the "Default Mobile Web Profile" has been removed. Users with this profile have been switched to the "Html5 Hx Profile".

Issue Jace 8000 versus Jace 9000 WiFi specifications Product Line TAC IA Series Environment I/A Series N4 Jace 8000 I/A Series N4 Jace 9000 Cause Defining WiFi feature differences Resolution The JACE 9000 includes a WiFi 5 radio supporting Bluetooth 5.2LE that is currently disabled.   Below is a table of the differences between the JACE 8000 and JACE 9000 WiFi:   Feature JACE 8000 WiFi JACE 9000 WiFi WiFi Standard WiFi 4 (802.11n) WiFi 5 (802.11ac) Switch Type Hardware Switch Software Switch Modes Off, Access Point (WAP), or Client Off, Access Point (WAP), or Client Security WPAPSK / WPA2PSK supported WPAPSK / WPA2PSK supported Bluetooth Not Supported Yet Bluetooth 5.2 LE WiFi Disabled at Factory Depending on SKU Depending on SKU   SKU Details: JACE 8000: JACE-8000-CSE-001 US JACE-8000-CSE-002 WW JACE-8000-CSE-003 NON WIFI JACE-8000-CSE-004 China JACE 9000: JACE-9000-CSE-001 US, CA JACE-9000-CSE-002 WW JACE-9000-CSE-003 NON WiFi JACE-9000-CSE-004 China JACE-9000-CSE-005 EU The JACE 9000 includes a button behind the door that can be configured as "Access Point Controlled" mode, enabling the use of an inactivity time limit for access point availability.  Selecting this mode activates a configurable time limit property for inactivity and the use of the Wi-Fi button to toggle on or off the Access Point availability.   This is similar to the hardware switch of the JACE 8000.    Figures Figure 1 shows the front panel of the New JACE 9000 WiFi Figure 1.1 shows the JACE 8000 hardware switch indication Figure 1.2 shows the JACE 9000 software switch indication  Figure 1 - Front of JACE 9000 panel – WiFi LED and button location   Figure 1.1 - JACE 8000 hardware switch indication   Figure 1.2 - JACE 9000 software switch indication   NOTE: WiFi will not be supported in Jace 8000 with N4.15 release. Blackberry QNX chipset support has been dropped in the Jace 8000. Details and Summary 

Issue JACE 8000 WiFi radio Product Line  TAC IA Series Environment I/A Series N4 Jace 8000 I/A Series N4.15 Software Cause Niagara Framework, Niagara 4.15, includes an update to the QNX operating system that no longer supports the WiFi chipset in the JACE 8000. Resolution Customers who have deployed JACE 8000 devices with the WiFi connectivity option will not be able to activate or configure the WiFi radio under Niagara 4.15.  Blackberry QNX has dropped support for the WiFi chipset used in the JACE 8000. This change was effective with the latest release of its QNX 7.1 Software Development Platform (SDP) in November of 2024. Niagara 4.15 includes this QNX 7.1 SDP update and will install based on the current setting of the JACE 8000 WiFi radio.   What should the Jace 8000 WiFi customer expect When upgrading a JACE 8000-WiFi unit to Niagara 4.15, switch the WiFi radio to the DISABLED setting before attempting to install. In this configuration, 4.15 will install normally. Note that after commissioning, you will no longer see the WiFi Configuration option on the platform menu, and you will not be able to connect via WiFi. Also, note that Niagara 4.15 will not install if the WiFi radio is set to ENABLED.     What to do in situations where WiFi connectivity is needed A factory reset will restore Niagara 4.9, and the JACE will regain its WiFi functionality. You can then commission the JACE 8000-WiFi unit with Niagara 4.14.

Issue Prevented from logging in to Security Expert due to client licenses being available. See message "Licensed number of connections exceeded" when attempting to login. Login Message Product Line EcoStruxure Security Expert Environment Security Expert Client Cause The Concurrent client connections are being used up by active Security Expert clients or clients that have not been properly logged out.   Available licenses can be confirmed by checking under About | License. The Concurrent client connections feature will show the number of used connections out of the total available for use.  Consumed Connection Licenses Resolution 1 - Log out unused Security Expert clients. Currently logged in Operators can be determined by checking the Windows application event logs Security Expert Data Service events for "New Operator Logon" and "Remove Operator by Disconnect". These contain the record id and name of the operator identifying who has logged in. Those Operators are still logged in if there is no reciprocal disconnect message seen. If it can't be determined from the Operator which machine is being logged into this can be identified by viewing currently open ports to the server using Wireshark.   2 - Correctly close the Security Expert client to release the client license Closing the Security Expert client by clicking the "x" on the windows taskbar can close the application without first logging out the current Operator. This can result in the concurrent client license not being released. To then release the consumed licenses the Security Expert server must be restarted. Taskbar Log out the Operator before closing the Security Expert client or close the Security Expert client by clicking the "x" at the top right of the client window. Close Client   3 - Operator timeout This setting is disabled by default. Set the "Enable operator timeout" setting on Operators for an appropriate time. After this amount of time with no activity the Operator will be automatically logged out releasing the client license. Operator timeout

Issue Security Expert Data Service fails to start with error 1067: The process terminated unexpectedly  Product Line Security Expert Environment Security Expert Server Cause Port used by the service is blocked or already in use Permission issues with the service logon account Prerequisite .NET Framework is incomplete or not installed correctly Resolution In Windows go to Windows Features and ensure that all .NET Framework items show a check mark to indicate that each sub item has been enabled. See Ensuring Windows features are installed for Security Expert SOAP service for details. In Windows Event Viewer, examine the Application log, it will typically have an entry with details about the reason for the error. In this case, we see an Address Already In Use Exception in the Socket Connection Listener. This is a clue the error is with the network port. The Security Expert data service has been configured to use the default port 8000. On the server, list the network ports using netstat. We can see PID 5660 is already using the port. Get the name of service associated with PID 5660. Once the service is identified, take corrective steps to ensure the two services don't use the same port. Make sure the Windows account the service is using to log on has the appropriate permissions. If port 8000 isn't being used, first Reboot the Security Expert PC and if the error still persists, uninstall Security Expert, reboot and reinstall.

Issue The VX logging functionality is not included in the 5.15 release. It is functioning in prior and later releases. Product Line TAC Vista Environment Xenta 500 Xenta 700 Xenta 900 Cause VX functionality was not included with the 5.15 release. Resolution Use a version other than 5.15 where the VX log is included.

Issue How do you integrate a time schedule in a Xenta programmable data manager, the occupancy command for a Xenta 121, and the override button on the associated STR-350 stat in an LNS system where everything is connected using SNVTs? Product Line TAC Vista Environment Xenta 121 Cause The desired outcome is to have all of the occupancies synchronized at all times. This will ensure the stat shows the current effective setpoint, the 121 runs the unit when appropriate, and the effective occupancy is available from the front end. Resolution Place the STR-350 in between the Xenta programmable occupancy output and the input command of the Xenta 121. Bind nvoOccupancy (user-defined name) output from Xenta programmable to nviEffectOccup of STR-350. Bind nvoOccManCmd output from STR-350 to nviOccManCmd of Xenta 121.

Issue The maximum number of backups in Vista is 20. Is it possible to change this limit? Product Line TAC Vista Environment Vista Server Cause When backups in Vista are set up, you can specify the maximum number of backups that should be created before the oldest is overwritten. The default is two, and the maximum is twenty. Resolution It is not possible to change this limit as it is a hard-coded number in Vista.

Issue How to connect a SpaceLogic IP Controller via MSTP Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Workstation Automation Server (ASP/ASB) Space Logic IP Controller RS-485 Adapter Cause Only certain SpaceLogic IP Controller models and versions support the new BACnet MSTP Adaptor and details are required on how to configure these controllers for BACnet MSTP. Resolution The following video will illustrate how to: Configure ASP/ASB for BACnet MSTP Communication. Configure a SpaceLogic IP Controller as a BACnet MSTP device. Discover the SpaceLogic IP Controller on the BACnet MSTP network. Things you need: Software EcoStruxure Building Operation Workstation 2022 Building Commission Application (available from Google Play, Apple Store, or Microsoft Store) Hardware ASP/ASB version 4.0 or higher RP controller (hardware version 10 ) RS-485 Adaptor (Isolating or Non-Isolating) RJ45 UTP Straight Through Cable (12"/300mm or less) Note: - if the RP controller does not show MSTP settings check the Space Logic IP controller firmware release notes and install firmware corresponding to the EBO version.  For example firmware versions 3 and below do not have settings for MSTP configuration. Before attempting to install a SpaceLogic controller on MSTP consult the following: Isolated RS-485 Adapter and Non-isolated RS-485 Adapter for SpaceLogic IP controller types supporting the RS-485 MSTP adapter RP-C BACnet MS/TP Support for RP models supporting BACnet MS/TP Installing an RS-485 Adapter for information on installing the BACnet MSTP adapter Connecting an Isolated RS-485 Adapter and Connecting a Non-isolated RS-485 Adapter for port usage and CAT 5 UTP connection cable Allocating Flexible Ports for additional considerations on port usage Enabling the BACnet/IP Controller to Communicate on an MS/TP Network Please see the video below:

  Issue Identifying a potential power supply/source failure to the Flex Server for a specific time period.  Product Line EcoStruxure Building Activate Environment EcoStruxure Building Activate Flex Server EcoStruxure Building Activate Partner Portal Cause The Flex Server went offline for some time and then came back online again. There is a need to identify if this happened due to a power source failure to Gateway.  Resolution Login to the Partner Portal and select the customer from the settings icon in the top right corner. Navigate to the Controller section in the left pane and select the particular Gateway from the dropdown. Navigate to 'Plots' tab and select 'PowerSource' Gateway stream under 'MSP430'. The 'PowerSource' stream value should always be equal to '1' as shown above. If this indicates '0' at any time, this suggests a potential loss of power supply to the Gateway.

  Issue There are issues for Flex Server to synchronize time with the Real Time Clock (RTC). Product Line EcoStruxure Building Activate Environment EcoStruxure Building Activate Flex Server EcoStruxure Building Activate Partner Portal Cause The RTC parameter fails the synchronization test.  Resolution Check the voltage of the coin cell using a multimeter. If the voltage is less than 3.3V, replace the coin cell. If the voltage is equal to or greater than 3.3V and the test still fails, report the issue to technical support.

Issue Alarms with an invalid Source path cannot be removed from ES or AS Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation 3.0 and higher Cause The invalid path prevents alarms from being deleted. In earlier releases of EBO, there was an issue whereby an error could occur in the source path of an alarm if the Automation Server was renamed. Most invalid alarms observed originate from this type of error. Resolution Use Alarms Integrity Check in the following steps.  Automation Servers first, then Enterprise Server, and finally, if installed, Enterprise Central last. See Alarm Cannot be Acknowledged Due to Invalid Paths for additional details.   Expand System, Right-click the Alarm Control Panel,  Choose Advanced - Alarms Integrity Check.   The command runs quickly. There is no confirmation that the check has run, but a review of the alarms will show that the invalid alarms have been removed.

Issue Enabling Scattered read for Modbus device that doesn't support it can lead to poll fail, with Point Modbus Error: Illegal function code. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Workstation (1.5 and above) Building Operation Automation Server Building Operation Automation Server Premium Building Operation Automation Server Bundled Building Operation Edge Server - Standard Building Operation Enterprise Server Cause Requirement to optimize communication over Modbus to improve performance. Resolution The following is an extract from Web Help. The complete section can be viewed at  Modbus Batch Read Function:   'Scattered read is an enhancement to the batch read function that enables multiple, non-contiguous slave device registers to be read in a single Modbus query. By using the scattered read function, you can enable the Enterprise Server or Automation Server to avoid reading a large block of contiguous registers when it is only necessary to read a few registers. Also, using scattered read avoids the multiple use of group function codes 03 (analog output holding registers) and 04 (analog input registers) in order to read non-contiguous registers. Group function codes 01 (discrete output logic coils) and 02 (discrete input contacts) are not supported for scattered read.   Scattered read is available only for supported devices, for example, Schneider Electric branch circuit power meters with split core CTs. Furthermore, the scattered read function applies only when the Enterprise Server or Automation Server is operating as the client, not as a server. You can enable the scattered read function in the properties of all Modbus devices. If a device does not support scattered read: In V6 or higher: the polls will fail with an Illegal function code, so scattered read needs to be disabled if not supported by the Modbus device. In V5 or below: the device is polled by the master device in the same way as if you had not enabled scattered read.'   The image below shows the properties dialogue window for a Modbus device and the corresponding setting.  The left is version 3.1 and above, the right is version 3.0 and below where it is referred to as 'Non-contiguous read'.  Refer to the Modbus TCP Device  section on Web Help for more information.     

Issue Why do the Architectural Guidelines specify a maximum of 1500 Extended Trend Logs in Automation Servers, whereas such a limitation did not exist with the Continuum Net Controllers, like the NetController II.   Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Automation Server Premium Building Operation Automation Server Bundled Cause EcoStruxure Building Operation's architectural guidelines specify a limit of 1500 Extended Trend Logs for the Automation Servers (AS-P/AS-B). Sites transitioning from Andover Continuum to EcoStruxure Building Operation need to understand the architectural differences that necessitate this limit. Resolution The architectural differences between Continuum and EcoStruxure Building Operation means that it is crucial that Extended Trend Logs are managed effectively to ensure ensuring optimal system performance.   In Continuum: Controller Role: Controllers do not participate in Extended Trend Log functionality beyond sending data from intrinsic logs upon request from Cyberstations. Log Management: Extended Trend Logs reside at and are managed by Cyberstations. Load Distribution: Multiple Cyberstations, configured to collaborate, maintain the Extended Trend Logs, minimizing the load on controllers.     This design puts very little load on the controllers when it comes to Extended Trend Log functionality.   In EcoStruxure Building Operation: Distributed Database Architecture: Extended Trend Logs are managed by the AS-P/AS-B servers. Server Load: The server performs tasks typically handled by multiple Cyberstations in Continuum, which often run on more powerful PC hardware. Performance Management: To prevent Extended Trend Log servicing from overwhelming the Automation Server's resources (CPU, memory), a limit of 1500 logs is enforced. Exceeding this limit can degrade server performance and potentially cause reboots due to critical memory usage.  This can be seen in the following example trace log entry: Nov 30 15:39:58 PSS-AS02 memcritsv[1011]: Memory usage critical!    

Issue PCT2 is unreachable using IP 192.168.10.2, with messages similar to: 504 Gateway Timeout Server error - server 192.168.10.2 is unreachable at this moment. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Project Configuration Tool (PCT) 2 Cause The Hyper-V Virtual Ethernet Adapter in Windows, labeled vEthernet (SwitchPctInternal), is not configured with the proper static IP address. It may be incorrectly configured as DHCP or with an incorrect static IP address Resolution Open Properties for vEthernet (SwitchPctInternal) Go to the Networking tab. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. Configure the IP Address: Select Use the following IP Address. Ensure the IP address is set to 192.168.10.1. Set the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0. Leave the gateway field blank. Additional Notes Ensure that no other network adapters are conflicting with the vEthernet (SwitchPctInternal) settings. Verify that the PCT2 device is properly connected to the network.