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Moxa Technologies EDS-508A Series User Manual

Moxa Technologies EDS-508A Series
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Moxa EtherDevice™ Switch
EDS-508A/505A Series Users Manual
www.moxa.com/product
Fifth Edition, January 2010
2010 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction without permission is prohibited.

Table of Contents

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Moxa Technologies EDS-508A Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesEDS-508A
Switching Capacity1.6 Gbps
MAC Address Table Size8K
TypeManaged Industrial Ethernet Switch
Ports8x 10/100BaseT(X) ports
Power Input12 to 48 VDC
Operating Temperature-40 to 75 °C
MountingDIN-Rail, Wall mounting
RedundancyRSTP
ManagementSNMP
StandardsIEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.1D, 802.1Q
EnclosureIP30

Summary

Introduction to Moxa EtherDevice Switch

Industrial Ethernet Technology Trends

Discusses the adoption of Ethernet in industrial applications and the differences between industrial and commercial equipment.

Moxa EtherDevice Switch Overview

Introduces the Moxa EtherDevice Switch, highlighting its features for harsh industrial environments.

Package Contents Checklist

Lists the items included in the Moxa EtherDevice Switch package.

Key Features of Moxa EtherDevice Switch

Details the advanced features and technologies supported by the Moxa EtherDevice Switch.

Getting Started with EDS Switches

RS-232 Console Configuration

Step-by-step guide for configuring the EDS switch via the RS-232 serial console connection.

Telnet Console Configuration

Instructions for accessing and configuring the EDS switch using a Telnet console over a network.

Web Browser Configuration

Guide to accessing and configuring the EDS switch through its web browser interface.

Disabling Network Access Methods

Procedure for disabling Telnet and Web Browser access for enhanced security.

Featured Functions and Configurations

Configuring Basic System Settings

Covers essential settings like system identification, password, IP, port, network, and time parameters.

System File Management

Details methods for updating system files via TFTP, local import/export, and backup media.

Port Trunking for Enhanced Bandwidth

Explains the concept and configuration of Port Trunking for increased bandwidth and redundancy.

SNMP Configuration for Network Management

Covers SNMP versions, security settings, read/write access, and trap configurations.

Communication Redundancy Protocols

Details redundancy options including Turbo Ring, Turbo Ring V2, Turbo Chain, and STP/RSTP.

Traffic Prioritization (QoS) Setup

Explains how to prioritize network traffic using QoS for improved performance and reduced latency.

Virtual LAN (VLAN) Implementation

Covers VLAN concepts, benefits, switch support, and detailed VLAN management procedures.

Multicast Filtering Techniques

Explains multicast filtering, its benefits, and configurations for IGMP snooping and GMRP.

Bandwidth Management Controls

Provides options for managing and limiting network bandwidth to prevent issues like broadcast storms.

Port Access Control Methods

Details security features like Static Port Lock and IEEE 802.1X authentication for network access.

Auto Warning System Configuration

Guides on setting up email and relay warnings for system and port events.

Line-Swap-Fast-Recovery Function

Explains the fast recovery mechanism for network link changes.

Device IP Assignment (Set Device IP)

Describes using DHCP/BOOTP/RARP for automatic IP address assignment to connected devices.

Network Diagnosis Tools

Covers Mirror Port for traffic monitoring and Ping utility for network troubleshooting.

LLDP Function Overview

Introduces the Link Layer Discovery Protocol for network topology and device information.

Monitoring Network Activity

Details how to monitor switch and port statistics, including packet rates and traffic types.

MAC Address Table Management

Explains how to view and filter the MAC address table for network analysis.

Event Log and System Auditing

Describes the event log table for recording system events and operational history.

Syslog Server Integration

Guides on configuring syslog servers for centralized event log management.

Secure HTTPS/SSL Access

Instructions for enabling secure encrypted access to the switch's web interface via HTTPS/SSL.

EDS Configurator GUI for Device Management

Starting the EDS Configurator Utility

Instructions on how to locate and launch the EDS Configurator software.

Broadcast Search for Networked Devices

Utility to locate all EDS switches on the LAN using MAC address-based search.

Searching Devices by IP Address

Method to search for specific EDS switches by entering their IP addresses.

Upgrading Device Firmware

Procedure for downloading and applying the latest firmware to EDS switches.

Modifying Device IP Address Settings

Steps to reconfigure network settings like IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Exporting Device Configuration

Utility to save the current configuration of an EDS switch to a text file.

Importing Device Configuration

Process to load a saved configuration file onto an EDS switch.

Unlocking Password-Protected Switches

Procedure to unlock a switch that is protected by password for configuration changes.

MIB Groups Reference

MIB II.1 – System Group

Details the System Group MIB objects for network device information.

MIB II.2 – Interfaces Group

Details the Interfaces Group MIB objects for network interface statistics.

MIB II.4 – IP Group

Details the IP Group MIB objects related to IP addressing and routing.

MIB II.5 – ICMP Group

Details the ICMP Group MIB objects for Internet Control Message Protocol statistics.

MIB II.6 – TCP Group

Details the TCP Group MIB objects for Transmission Control Protocol statistics.

MIB II.7 – UDP Group

Details the UDP Group MIB objects for User Datagram Protocol statistics.

MIB II.10 – Transmission Group

Details the Transmission Group MIB objects for network transmission statistics.

MIB II.11 – SNMP Group

Details the SNMP Group MIB objects for SNMP agent information.

MIB II.17 – dot1dBridge Group

Details the dot1dBridge Group MIB objects for bridge-related information.

Modbus/TCP Map Reference

EDS-505A Modbus Information

Provides a map of Modbus/TCP registers for the EDS-505A, including system and port information.

EDS-508A Modbus Information

Provides a map of Modbus/TCP registers for the EDS-508A, including system and port information.

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