64 IFP-300 Series Manual — P/N LS10145-001SK-E:C 4/6/2022
Section 5: Networking
5.1 Network System Hardware Features
IFP-300 panels can be networked to create a virtual system that is larger than 300 addressable points. Each additional IFP-300 provides
another 300 addressable points to the network total. For example, a network of 32 IFP-300 panels provides a maximum addressable point
capacity of 9,600 points (300 x 32 = 9,600).
5.1.1 Networked Sites
A networked site is a logical group of panels that behave as though the logical group is one large control panel. Each building is referred to
as a “site.” All panels in a site operate as a single panel. The control functions like reset, silence and alarm activation operate across the entire
site. There can be one or more logical sites within a networked system. The maximum number of sites within a network system is limited to
32 panels in the network with each site comprised of only one panel.
5.2 Network Wiring
When networking a group of IFP-300 you must use the SK-NIC to link the panels together. See Figure 5.1 and Figure 5.2, for Internal
mounting or external mounting of SK-NIC options
5.2.1 Wiring Options/Requirements to Connect Networked Panels
1. Fiber-Optic Single Mode - Use the SK-NIC and SK-FSL for up to 30dB loss of signal separation. SK-FSL connects to the network
using 9/125 micron single-mode fiber.
2. Fiber-Optic Multi-Mode - Use the SK-NIC and SK-FML for up to 8dB loss of signal separation. SK-FML connects to the network
using 62.5/125 micron multi-mode fiber.
3. Twisted-Pair Copper Wire - must use the SK-NIC to provide up to 3,000 feet of separation.
All methods of panel connectivity can be used within the same networked system. The network architecture provides true peer-to-peer capa-
bility allowing network survivability for all hardware that remains operational in the event of partial system failure.
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Use provided 2’ cable
and wire in conduit.
FACP FACP FACP
SK-NIC SK-NIC SK-NIC
Class B wiring
Class A wiring
Figure 5.1 External SK-NIC Wiring Option
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