Mounting the router
For permanent installations, the router can be flush mounted or snapped to a 35 x 75 mm
DIN rail. For router dimensions, see the topic Specifications on page 5.
Surface mounting Extend the mounting tabs away from the router body and fasten with
screws.
Illustration 1–1 Surface mounting the router
Extend mounting tabs
6.00 in.
152 mm
DIN rail mounting Mount the DIN rail and then do the following:
1 Extend the mounting tabs.
2 Place the bottom of the router over the DIN rail.
3 Push the mounting tabs back toward the router body to lock it to the rail.
Connecting for network routing
For permanent installations, connect the BAC-5051E router to a network router or network
switch and an MS/TP network. For permanent installations, the router is typically connected
to a 24 volt transformer for power.
For installations that include Internet access, install the router behind a firewall.
Illustration 1–2 Permanent installation
Internet
Firewall
Network router
BAC-5051E
24 volts (on end)
MS/TP
See also the following topics:
l Mounting the router on page 8
l Connecting power on page 9
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