Remote-access Guide

plc remote access starter kit

by Chadd Effertz Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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How can I access my plc network remotely?

Now, a secure VPN tunnel is created from your computer, via the IXON Cloud to your connected machine. You’ll have full network access to your Schneider PLC for remote PLC troubleshooting, monitoring and to publish new programming software releases. With VPN access you get secure and full network access to the PLC network remotely.

How do I connect to my Schneider plc (Modicon) remotely?

Using IXON's remote service portal you can get instant and easy access to your Schneider PLC (Modicon) over a secure VPN connection from anywhere in the world. The setup is easy and fast: just run the wizard to configure the IXrouter and connect it to your Schneider PLC.

How do I choose a starter kit?

If your intent is to use a starter kit to serve as a testbed for larger process logic development or simulations, you can choose a starter kit with an S7-1500 CPU (6ES7511-1TK02-4YB5). This starter kit comes with an S7-1511T CPU, power supply, SIMATIC memory card, and all of the other items included in the Basic Starter Kit.

How do I access the Schneider plc web server using ixrouter?

The Schneider PLC web server can be accessed easily using the HTTPS protocol. Just configure the location of your web server and open it securely from anywhere. The IXrouter supports several industrial protocols to automatically read data from Schneider PLCs.

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What type of power supply does a PLC use?

This PLC has a built-in 120VAC power supply. You will need to wire the input power terminals to your local power source using a power cord or other appropriate cabling.

What is a low cost PLC?

Low-cost PLC – Most Basic Starter Kits. Low-cost PLCs are compact PLCs that are offered by manufacturers for programmers just like you and me; those who need a complete system for skills development and exploration.

What is included in the S7-1214 starter kit?

This starter kit includes an S7-1214 FC CPU, one ProfiSafe digital input module, one ProfiSafe digital output module, and the other items contained in the basic starter kit.

How long does it take to get TIA Portal Professional on a S7 1500?

The S7-1500 starter kits come with TIA Portal Professional, but with only a 1-year license activation. This may seem like a negative, but one year can offer an adequate period of time to develop and test many sophisticated programs.

Why are diagnostics shown on operator panels?

These diagnostics can be shown on operator panels to aid in machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Can you test your own PLC?

Within a very short time, you can be up and running, creating and testing your own PLC programs using a real PLC used widely throughout the automation industry.

Is the starter kit more expensive than the basic kit?

You can see that the price of this version of the starter kit is more expensive than the basic kit, but if you were to purchase all of these components separately, the cost would be more than twice the price of the starter kit.

How to access Schneider PLC web server?

The Schneider PLC web server can be accessed easily using the HTTPS protocol. Just configure the location of your web server and open it securely from anywhere.

What is VPN access on Schneider PLC?

With VPN access you get secure and full network access to the PLC network remotely. To give you more options we support the VNC and HTTP protocols to remotely access any industrial control system or webserver connected to your Schneider PLC. This functionality is included and free of charge. See our pricing overview.

What is an ixrouter?

The IXrouter is IXON’s IoT edge gateway and fully compatible Schneider PLCs. It integrates the connected machine with the IXON Cloud for remote PLC/controller programming over VPN and provides VNC functionality and data logging capabilities.

How to connect Allen Bradley PLC to IXON?

Once your IXrouter device is activated, you can log into your IXON Cloud account to set up a secure VPN connection to your Allen-Bradley PLC. Choose the device you want to connect to and press the VPN button. Now, a secure VPN tunnel is created from your computer, via the IXON Cloud to your PLC. You’ll have full network access to your equipment for remote PLC troubleshooting, monitoring and to publish new programming software releases.

What is remote access in Rockwell?

Using remote access, you can remotely troubleshoot and program your Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley control systems. Operating problems faced by engineers can be solved more efficiently with remote access to the control system. A prerequisite for industrial remote access is that machines can be accessed from the internet in a secure and reliable way. After all, nobody wants to undermine the security or daily operations of the parties involved.

What protocols does IXON support?

IXON supports Modbus TCP/IP, OPC-UA and Ethernet/IP protocols. These protocols can be used to monitor the variables of your controller or attached components using the IXrouter.

What is an HMI remote viewer?

An HMI remote viewer & monitoring option is available using the VNC protocol. View , access and fully control your Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation touch screen (or any other HMI brand which supports VNC) remotely via your browser or mobile apps.

What is an ixrouter?

The IXrouter is IXON’s combined industrial VPN router and edge gateway device. The different models of the IXrouter enable an internet connection via ethernet, 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi. The IXrouter can access the Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC controller and provides full access to industrial components in the machine network such as an HMI, IP camera, robot or sensors. To ensure a secure solution, it has a built-in firewall to separate the company’s network from the machine network. And you can easily configure the IXrouter to collect and store the data in IXON Cloud – without a line of code. Define the variables you want to log in IXON Cloud and create your own dashboards or alarms.

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