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Objective The objective of this article is to demonstrate how to setup a remote connection with 2 layers of LAN using the M262 controller Resolution Configuring the IP forwarding on the NAT router and well as enabling IP forwarding for the corresponding controllers. In addition, you need configure a static route in the router to tell it how to reach the LAN2. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.  

Issue Teams with several engineers want to be able to gain access to the EcoStruxure Control Expert Classic software through authentication. In addition, the tool facilitates user access control configuration for EcoStruxure Control Expert Classic software and allows a secure centralized network design. Centralized Security Database Resolution The Security Editor tool simplifies the configuration of EcoStruxure Control Expert Classic user access control and supports a secure, centralized architecture with the following features: Client-server architecture supporting a secure proprietary protocol for users without IT authentication infrastructure. Client-server architecture using the Microsoft Active Directory as the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) server. Manage the certificate whitelist. Generate a certificate. Centralized security database. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.  

Issue The Topology Manager Client-Server model, or Client-Server Architecture, is a distributed application framework dividing tasks between servers and clients, which either reside in the same computer system or communicate through an Ethernet network. It simplifies the automation life cycle by managing multi-controllers with a central repository for all project files and providing visibility of the entire system architecture. How do I set up a central repository to store all the system project files and manage multiple controllers? Toplogy Manager Client-Server Architecture Resolution Technically, there’s no limit to the number of clients. There’s only one installation file that installs both EcoStruxure Control Expert and the Topology Manager. Both server and client files are always installed together. The objective of this article is to offer guidelines for setting up a client-server architecture for Topology Manager.   Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.

Issue Not having a 4G interface configured can lead to several issues, particularly if the HMIBSC Edge Box application relies on mobile network connectivity, means that the device will not be able to connect to the internet or communicate with other servers. This can disrupt services which require constant online access. Resolution With the use of 4G Cellular device within the HMIBSC Edge Box, this enables the Internet Connection. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.  

Issue If the Local Network Interface is not configured, the connection to the Harmony HMIBSC Edge Box will be not established. Resolution This article describes the necessary steps how to configure the Local Network Interface on HMIBSC Edge Box. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.  

How can I send an email from an Edge Box HMI?  This article provides an example of how to use the Python script editor and libraries in EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert version 2023 SP1 to send an email with an attached file.  

Issue A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is an industrial computer that is adapted for the control of manufacturing processes. Given the central role that it plays, it has been a preferred target of industrial control system attackers. ICS (or Industrial Control System) security is growing in importance as cyber-attacks increasingly focus on physical processes for either ransom or to cause harm to critical production systems. The main objective of cybersecurity is to protect information and physical assets from cyberattacks, data breaches, and identity theft, as well as to manage risks. This document aims to guide you on how to set up and configure a secure connection between EcoStruxure Control Expert and the Modicon M580 controller. Resolution The Modicon M580 controller uses HTTPS as its secure connection. HTTPS today uses Transport Layer Security or TLS. TLS is a network protocol that establishes an encrypted connection to an authenticated peer over an untrusted network. TLS is a direct replacement for SSL (Secure Sockets Layer), and both protocols serve the same purpose. With this technology, HTTPS or HTTPS via USB communication on the M580 CPU can be implemented to create a secure and encrypted connection via the engineering/programming link. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.  

Issue When it comes to dealing with IIoT solutions with EAE, NETIO Basic Function Block is one of the most useful to handle interactions with cloud services. However, the help file does not elaborate in detail how to use it. Resolution Understand how NETIO is to be used for a HTTP Post with an example application. We will also get to see how the response should be handled.   Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Schneider Electric.