Networks
This section provides high-level information on networking issues.
Network planning issues for an Experion process control network are also described in the
following documents:
n
Overviewdescribes the basic concepts and terminology as well as the capabilities of an
Experion process control network.
n
Fault Tolerant Ethernet Overview and Implementation Guide includes information
about configuring a system that conforms to Honeywell's High Security Network
architecture. It contains information about network equipment specifications,
configuration, IP addressing, and network topologies.
Network planning considerations
In planning your Experion network, your considerations should include the following issues.
Issue Comments
Domains or workgroups
Select the most appropriate structure.
For more information, see the Network and Security Planning Guide.
Network topologies
Select the most appropriate network topology.
For more information, see the Network and Security Planning Guide.
Network security
Determine your network security requirements.
For more information, see the Network and Security Planning Guide.
Experion security
features
Determine your Experion security requirements and decide what type
of security you need to implement.
For more information, see the Network and Security Planning Guide.
Network redundancy Decide whether you need redundant networks.
Process Controllers Determine the networking requirements of your Process Controllers.
Controllers other than
Process Controllers
If you have controllers other than Process Controllers, determine how
you are going to connect them to the network.
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