Simplex 4100ES Installation Guide

4-1
Chapter 4
Networking
Introduction A standalone or MINIPLEX 4100 system becomes a network node when a 4100 Network
Interface Card (NIC) or other compatible network card is installed and connected to another
network node.
This chapter describes each step of how to how to turn a standalone or MINIPLEX FACP into
a network node.
Before beginning the installation, review the next few pages for a detailed description of
network cards and the media cards that mount onto them.
In this chapter This chapter covers the following topics:
Topic Page
Introduction to the 4100 Network Interface Card 4-2
Step 1. Configuring Network Cards 4-7
Step 2. Mounting Media Cards to the NIC 4-9
Step 3. Mounting Network Cards 4-10
Step 4. Wiring Network Cards 4-11
Network Audio Wiring 4-22
Digital Audio PDI Termination Plug 4-27

Simplex 4100ES Specifications

General

Type	Fire Alarm Control Panel
Display	LCD
Battery Backup	Yes
Model	4100ES
Manufacturer	Simplex
Communication Protocol	Optional Ethernet
Signaling Line Circuits (SLCs)	Up to 10
Notification Appliance Circuits (NACs)	Up to 10
Agency Listings	UL, FM, CSFM, MEA
Max Relay Circuits	20
Communication Ports	Ethernet
Operating Temperature	32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C)
Humidity	Up to 93% RH, non-condensing