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Issue How to migrate previous version of EcoStruxure™ Control Expert Classic project to use in Topology Manager? The functionality of Topology Manager within EcoStruxure™ Control Expert provides a collaborative environment that manages, designs and deploys the entire automation architecture with multiple controller systems including various types of automation assets. Resolution To convert and upgrade existing EcoStruxure™ Control Expert Classic project to the latest version of EcoStruxure™ Control Expert Classic, at least from version 15.1 onwards. Create a new System Project and import the converted or upgraded project into Topology Manager. To support the Topology Manager features, the I/O Scanning mode will be changed to Enhanced mode and the M580 CPU firmware must be at least version 2.70 or higher.. 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.

Objective This article provides 2 sample Solutions to show how NETIO can be used to send data from one machine to another. As the base protocol used is TCP/IP, data can be sent over large distances between 2 EAE Devices. The sample Function Block Network of the Solutions is explained, and you can run them in 2 different machines to test them out. The provided samples also serve as a base for you to build something bigger on top of them. 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 Please see Resolution. Resolution This article includes a video demonstrating how to create EcoStruxure Automation Expert CATs using AVEVA Industrial graphics symbols, which will allow EcoStruxure Automation Expert to be synchronized. The Software versions used: • AVEVA System Platform 2023 SP3 • EcoStruxure Automation Expert V23 The article also includes: • EcoStruxure Automation Expert Basic and CAT Templates • AVEVA System Platform Template Objects 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 I would like to upgrade the firmware of my Modicon Edge Compute Node module to overcome published vulnerabilities identified in the previous firmware version or gain access to features delivered in a newer version. Resolution The aim of this article is to provide a step-by-step guide to properly upgrade the firmware of the Modicon Edge Compute Node BMEECN0100H from V1.01.38 and earlier to V1.02.03. 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 With the shift towards a data-centered world and highly networked industrial environments, modern Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) have become a potential target for cyber-attacks. The attack vectors have evolved due to the adoption of a connected operational model, providing hackers with new methods for manipulating, interrupting, or disrupting PLC operations in all industries and on all platforms. The purpose of this article is to guide you in setting up a protected connection between EcoStruxure Control Expert and the Modicon M340 controller. Understand the impact on Modicon M340's performance when the Protected Engineering Link is activated. Resolution A secure authentication method is implemented to secure and encrypt the connection for Modicon M340 reservations, ensuring a protected engineering/programming connection to the Modicon M340 CPU. 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 In a M580 Hot Standby architecture the BMENUA0100 Module does not swap IP addresses like the other communication modules, therefore the SCADA system has to independently detect which NUA module is Primary. Resolution The aim of this document is to provide a step-by-step guide for configuration of AVEVA Plant SCADA (Citect) communicating to the BMENUA0100 Module using OPC UA Client and M580 Hot Standby. 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 Although EcoStruxure Automation Expert comes with some standard data entry tools, I want to create different ways of entering information, similar to Microsoft Forms. Resolution This document aims to show how to use C# to create different methods of data entry. It assumes no previous knowledge of C#. 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 With Lexium Cobot the application program and all settings reside in the control cabinet. To backup/restore an application properly two separate backup files need to be handled (system backup and program backup). Resolution This article describes the content of the files and the handling of the backup process. 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 An assembly in for Machine Expert Twin needs to follow a structure and implement several default members and an info class. How to easily create the frame for the implementation? Resolution Visual Studio offers the concept of item templates, that support easy creation of project items, based on a template. 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 How can I configure Plant SCADA to communicate with the Modicon M580 BME NUA 0100 (OPC UA) module using trusted certificates. Resolution The attached document provides a step-by-step guide for the configuration of AVEVA Plant SCADA (Citect) communicating to the BMENUA0100 module using OPC UA Client and Trusted Certificates. 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 I would like to upgrade the firmware of my Modicon Switch to overcome published vulnerabilities identified in the previous firmware version or gain access to features delivered in a newer Resolution The aim of this article is to provide a step-by-step guide to update the firmware of Modicon Managed Switch using the Web Interface. 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.

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