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KB - Como utilizar los objetos GroupManagement & GroupControl en EPE 2021 - ESP - PART 1

Issue KB - Como utilizar los objetos GroupManagement & GroupControl en EPE 2021 - ESP - PART 1 Resolution Enter resolution. 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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Ensign hTapiaF Ensign
‎2022-06-28 08:32 PM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 02:07 AM

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KB - Configuration of OI.MBTCP driver in AVEVA System Platform and publish data in AVEVA Insight

Issue This document will help you in the integration and configuration of the IO.MBTCP driver for AVEVA System Platform as well as in the integration of the AVEVA Insight cloud historization solution.   Resolution For this proof of concept, we have created a small application in M580 with a localized variable. This variable will be read through IO.MBTCP Driver and then will be published in AVEVA Insight. 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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Lieutenant FranHerrera Lieutenant
‎2021-07-12 09:23 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 02:07 AM

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  • AVEVA System Platform
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EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert: Data Acquisition by OPC UA

Objective The objective of this article is to guide us through data acquisition with EMSE over OPC UA. And we shall be going for full blown OPC UA security (the need for user authentication, Certificates and X.509 Token usage) so that we can experience what is involved to get it running. We shall be touching heavily on EcoStruxture OPC UA Expert as well because the simulation project will be running behind that, in a PLC Simulator. Snapshots 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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Lt. Commander kingslim Lt. Commander
‎2021-06-16 06:30 PM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-23 12:38 AM

Labels:
  • Cloud Connectivity
  • EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert
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EcoStruxure Process Expert - Implicit Messaging Between Rockwell and Schneider Electric Controllers

Issue Enter issue. Resolution Enter resolution. 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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Lieutenant JG SrihariPalepu Lieutenant JG
‎2021-01-17 11:33 PM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-23 12:24 AM

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  • EcoStruxure Hybrid DCS
  • EPE
  • M580
  • PES
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How Can I Avoid Broadcast Storms? A Reminder of the Basic Rules to Follow

Issue Schneider Electric provides M580 ePAC and Ethernet modules. Several architectures are already documented.   However, the need of customer sometimes is different and requires a specific architecture. In this case, we will have a look on remarks and questions regarding topology and modules characteristics with a special focus to avoid broadcast storms. Resolution From extraction of the EcoStruxure Control Expert Help and “M580 Ethernet Remote IO / Distributed IO Principles and Technologies” document, this article reminds the basic rules of the Ethernet ports of modules and Ethernet cables to connect or not, to avoid broadcast storm. 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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Ensign PhilippeCosta Ensign
‎2020-11-12 12:32 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-23 12:14 AM

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EcoStruxure Machine Advisor – Reading data from EcoStruxure Control Expert via MQTT & Tango over Modbus

Issue How to read Modbus data from EcoStruxure Machine Advisor via MQTT & Tango. Resolution The objective of this article is to explain Node-Red & EcoStruxure Machine Advisor configuration. 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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Ensign OnurGurhan Ensign
‎2020-08-22 04:31 PM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 02:07 AM

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  • High Availability
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How to Enable Native Citect SCADA OPC DA Server on EcoStruxure Process Expert?

How to Enable Native Citect Scada OPC DA Server on EcoStruxure Process Expert?   In EcoStruxure Process Expert 2019 (former HDCS) and previous versions the communication between the supervision participant Citect Scada and Modicon PAC controllers are handle by OFS – OPC Factory Server. The OFS is an OPC DA Server which is installed in the same server as the EPE operation server(s). Whenever a third-party software needs to collect data from EPE it can be done by connecting to OFS Server in either primary or standby operation server.   This solution using OFS Server as an unique OPC DA Server to interface with other system works fine but some customers standard or customers best practice doesn’t allow other systems to collect data direct from the controllers. These customers prefer third-party software collecting data from the supervision servers. Another motivating force to have an OPC DA server enabled on supervision participant is that some projects could have calculate variables on supervision which does not exist on control project...
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Lieutenant ARTUR_PEDROSA Lieutenant
‎2020-08-03 11:24 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-23 12:36 AM

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  • EcoStruxure Process Expert
  • EPE
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  • PROCESS EXPERT
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EcoStruxure Hybrid DCS Technical workshop with General Purpose Library Situational Awareness

Document objective This document (attached) is created as a guide for EcoStruxure Hybrid DCS users to be familiar with the platform and standard library. By creating the sample application and following this guidance, the user can understand the benefits/ additional values of EcoStruxure Hybrid DCS in the entire project life cycle (Engineering, Commissioning, Maintenance and Operation phases).   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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Ensign GunawanAdi Ensign
‎2020-02-26 06:15 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-23 02:57 AM

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  • EcoStruxure Hybrid DCS
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Serial Line on X80 with BMXNOM on EcoStruxure Process Expert

Introduction The GPL Communication library contains objects managing explicit messaging for Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU technologies.     This document will summarize how to manage devices on serial lines connected to BMXNOM0200 module on M580 X80 drops on EcoStruxure Process Expert/ Hybrid DCS platform Resolution Please see attached document where it explains how to manage devices on serial lines connected to BMXNOM0200 on M580 drops on EcoStruxure Process Expert/ Hybrid DCS platform.  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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Ensign GunawanAdi Ensign
‎2021-02-22 08:00 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 02:07 AM

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  • M580
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How can I Implement a Protected Engineering Link for Modicon M340

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.  
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Commander Michael_Chan Commander
‎2024-02-29 01:37 AM

on ‎2024-02-29 01:37 AM

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  • Cybersecurity
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EcoStruxure Automation Expert - How to install EAE HMI on Linux OS

Objective The purpose of this article is to demonstrate the steps for install and configure the EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) HMI to the Linux OS (Ubuntu). Resolution The attached document provides a step-by-step guide to install and configure EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) HMI to the Linux OS (Ubuntu)
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Ensign Sweetly Ensign
‎2025-07-10 09:10 PM

on ‎2025-07-10 09:10 PM

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EcoStruxure Automation Expert Platform - Certificate Setup for Multiuser Engineering

Objective In order for EcoStruxure Automation Expert Platform Multiuser Engineering capability to be exercised, Security Certificates needs to be setup in both Server and Client so that a trusted connection can be established. The aim of this article is to explain why Certificates are necessary, and to guide us on how to Generate and Install the Certificates on these machines.   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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Lt. Commander kingslim Lt. Commander
‎2025-06-06 04:30 AM

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EcoStruxure Automation Expert - How to communicate with EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert via OPCUA

Objective The purpose of this article is to demonstrate the steps for create and configure object for communication in EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) and EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert (EMSE) software. Resolution The attached document provides a step-by-step guide to configure EcoStruxure Automation Expert (EAE) and EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert (EMSE) communicate via OPCUA  
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Ensign Sweetly Ensign
‎2025-02-06 12:42 AM

on ‎2025-02-06 12:42 AM

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EcoStruxure Process Expert - Topology Synchronization

Issue When using the Topology Explorer in EcoStruxure Process Expert 2023, most changes are immediately saved to the database. However, sometimes they are not, leaving the topology out of synchronization with the controller configuration, which can lead to issues with the control project. Resolution This document explains the signs to look out for if the topology has not been synchronized correctly, and how to perform a synchronization. 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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Lt. Commander Richard Lt. Commander
‎2024-08-23 09:08 AM

on ‎2024-08-23 09:08 AM

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EcoStruxure Automation Expert - Recommended Naming Conventions in EAE

Issue When building a Solution in EAE, each engineer has their own idea of how to name items such as pins on a function block, the names of Composite or Basic Function Blocks which they create, the names of folders, Symbols, Faceplates and the list goes on. Without a standard naming convention to conform to, a Solution can become an accumulation of unorderly syntaxes. Resolution This article serves to uncover the different naming conventions widely used in real world engineering. A EAE Naming Convention Reference Card is also provided. Its intention is to be used as a guide during your EAE’s engineering lifecycle. It is produced based on close observation of Schneider’s Libraries that comes in EAE.   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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Lt. Commander kingslim Lt. Commander
‎2024-07-30 04:16 AM

on ‎2024-07-30 04:16 AM

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  • IEC 61499
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EcoStruxure Automation Expert - Using NETIO to Send & Receive Data over WAN

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.  
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Lt. Commander kingslim Lt. Commander
‎2024-06-26 12:44 AM

Last Updated: Commander TristanPowell Commander ‎2024-06-26 11:44 PM

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KB - Como utilizar los objetos GroupManagement & GroupControl en EPE 2021 - ESP - PART 2

Issue KB - Como utilizar los objetos GroupManagement & GroupControl en EPE 2021 - ESP - PART 2 Resolution Enter resolution. 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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Ensign hTapiaF Ensign
‎2022-06-28 08:42 PM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 02:07 AM

1132 Views

How to use Catalog Templates with EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin Developer

Issue With EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin Developer you can create customized assemblies, place them in catalogs and use them with EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin Builder. But how to get started with C# and the catalog template provided in the installation folder of the software. Resolution This KB article guides through the termplate, its architecture and usage. It will enable the reader to undertsand the basic structure to get started with programming. 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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Lieutenant JG Stefan_Winkler Lieutenant JG
‎2022-05-24 08:21 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 02:07 AM

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How to change the header banner color of supervision project in EcoStruxure Process Expert?

This article explains a very convenient way to customize the color of header banner a project using GPL SA workspace without changing the library and with minimal engineering effort.
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Lieutenant ARTUR_PEDROSA Lieutenant
‎2021-03-05 02:24 PM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-21 03:48 AM

Labels:
  • EcoStruxure Process Expert
  • EPE
  • HDCS
  • PES
1100 Views

EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert - Industrial Graphics Editor Introduction

Interested in learning how to use Industrial Graphics screens in an EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert project? This article will introduce the Industrial Graphics editor and includes a video that walks through importing a symbol library, adding symbols and configuring the symbols to use project tags.   
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Lt. Commander TomDroll Lt. Commander
‎2020-10-20 08:36 AM

Last Updated: Lieutenant Vartika ‎2023-11-22 03:12 AM

Labels:
  • Cloud Connectivity
  • EcoStruxure Machine SCADA Expert
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