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eXmux® 3505 IP Access Multiplier

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eXmux® 3501M - IP Access Multiplexer

Product Description

The RFL eXmux 3505 is a substation-hardened IP Access Multiplexer engineered for mission critical infrastructures to transport voice, serial, relaying protection, SCADA, video and Ethernet data communications over Ethernet/IP or MPLS networks, providing the flexibility of backward compatibility with legacy devices and forward compatibility with Ethernet devices on the same communications platform. Designed into the eXmux 3505 are features such as “Hitless Switching” for private ring networks with zero-data-loss path recovery technology, dual path communications for routing redundant paths over public networks and a (DACS) function for cross-connecting DS0s between T1/E1 circuits and/or eXmux 3505 interface unit. The product is designed for harsh applications and is available in two chassis configurations; a mission-critical model that offers module hot-swap capabilities for all functional cards and a economical compact model for applications where module hot swap capability is not required. Both the new 3505 & the 3501 models are interoperable within the same network and are physically interchangeable.

Chassis Configurations/Hot Swap & Compact

For Mission Critical applications the eXmux® 3505 is available with a Hot Swap Module option where all modules of the eXmux 3505 are field replaceable with the unit powered. All interfaces units, power supplies, and switch can be replaced in the field in seconds. The Hot Swap model is a 5RU high 19” rack mount chassis while the compact model is a 3RU high 19” rack mount chassis.

Legacy Interfaces

Accommodates up to 7 different DS0 or T1/E1legacy interface units; plus a standard T1/E1 interface and a 2-wire telephone service channel.

Advanced VNMS with DS0 Grooming

An advanced Visual Network Management Software for effortless configurations, port mapping, maintenance and remote firmware upgrade that includes an Integrated Digital Access Cross-Connect System (DACS), allowing individual DS0 circuits from any legacy T1/E1 system to be connected to any DS0 circuits within the eXmux 3505 network or to another TDM network.

Interface Units (IU)

Supports legacy IUs such as: RS-232, RS-485, Serial Server, RS-422/530, V.35, X.21, G.703, C37.94, Teleprotection, 2W & 4W E&M, 2W FXO, 2W FXS and T1/E1.

Teleprotection System

An integrated end-to-end teleprotection function that provides 4 bi-directional transfer trips commands in addition to 2 controlling inputs logic and 2 outputs for alarming & status. It is mid-span compatible with the IMUX 2000 T1/E1 multiplexer MTS Teleprotection System.

Value

A lower cost solution than SONET/SDH or even T1/E1; Along with a simple and more efficient network that reduces maintenance cost and increases user productivity.

Cyber Security

SNMPv3 for Authentication and Encryption along with an embedded User Access Management System and other cyber security features meeting NERC requirements.

Real Time Critical Applications

Designed for real-time critical data applications such as SCADA/RTU, Relaying and Teleprotection with minimum latency.

Hitless Switching

A field proven path redundancy feature for private ring networks with zero-data-loss, making it ideal for critical infrastructure and protective relay applications.

Dual-Path Communications

A field-proven path redundancy feature designed for public networks, making it ideal for critical infrastructure and protective relay applications.

Resilient & Dependable

Enhanced reliability by offering optional redundant power supplies and path redundancy using MSTP (Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol) or RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) technology.

Bandwidth

Backbone communications is at 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GigE) speed, equivalent to the speed of a SONET/ SDH OC-192/STM-16.

Compliance

Designed for harsh environment with Immunity from SWC, ESD & RFI; convection cooling with operating temperature: -30 C to +65 C. IEEE P1613; IEC61850-3; ANSI C37.90.2; ANSI C37.90.3.

Technology

Uses TDM over IP technology that allows point-topoint legacy equipment to communicate over an IP network that includes an Integrated Layer 2 Managed Ethernet Switch including two 10GbE Uplink (WAN) Ports and four GigE Ethernet (LAN) ports.

eXmux® 3505 IP Access Multiplier Application Examples

Network Diagram Example

The above example is a typical communications network using the eXmux® 3505 configured with 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Interface for the communication backbone and GigE on the linear and star setups. The communications network is able to transport both existing legacy devices with RS-422, RS-232, RS-485, 2W-FXS, specific DS0’s from the DS-1 & C37.94 interfaces, Teleprotection commands and IP devices using the eXmux 3505 common IP platform.

Click here for access to support documents and downloads. (Requires RFL Customer Account.)

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eXmux® 3501 Visual Network Management Software

The eXmux 3505 IP Access Multiplexer comes with an advanced Graphical User Interface (GUI) Network Management Software for Operations, Administration, Maintenance and Provisioning (OAM&P). The intuitive and user friendly eXmux 3505 VNMS is designed to allow the user to manage their eXmux 3505 network, making configuration, port mapping, network monitoring and diagnostics simple and easy.

eXmux Visual Network Management Software Feature Summary

The VNMS communicates using the latest SNMPv3 for authentication and encryptionalong with cyber security features meeting NERC requirements. The Network view provides the user an overall view of the network and the status of each node in the network and is further enhanced by allowing the user to graphically represent the physical interconnection of each node in the network. The Node view displays a virtual physical view of the unit as configured with real-time status information. Programming details of each module are easily accessible by a simple double click on the module.

The uniquely designed Port Mapping interface allows the user to easily map any port on any eXmux to any other eXmux on the network by a simple point and click (“Map this Port”) function. The dynamic Current Active Alarm view gives the user specific information as to which node is in alarm, the type of alarm, the source and the description of the alarm so that diagnostic can be straightforward and quick. The “Tooltip” function provides the user “On-demand” information on any setting, status and alarm from any screen without the need for a manual or cumbersome Help function.

Please Download eXmux® 3505 IP Access Multiplier Software in the Customer Area (requires RFL Customer Account)

Chassis Configurations/Hot Swap & Compact

For Mission Critical applications the eXmux® 3505 is available with a Hot Swap Module option where all modules of the eXmux 3505 are field replaceable with the unit powered. All interfaces units, power supplies, and switch can be replaced in the field in seconds. The Hot Swap model is a 5RU high 19” rack mount chassis while the compact model is a 3RU high 19” rack mount chassis.

Legacy Interfaces

Accommodates up to 7 different DS0 or T1/E1legacy interface units; plus a standard T1/E1 interface and a 2-wire telephone service channel.

Advanced VNMS with DS0 Grooming

An advanced Visual Network Management Software for effortless configurations, port mapping, maintenance and remote firmware upgrade that includes an Integrated Digital Access Cross-Connect System (DACS), allowing individual DS0 circuits from any legacy T1/E1 system to be connected to any DS0 circuits within the eXmux 3505 network or to another TDM network.

Interface Units (IU)

Supports legacy IUs such as: RS-232, RS-485, Serial Server, RS-422/530, V.35, X.21, G.703, C37.94, Teleprotection, 2W & 4W E&M, 2W FXO, 2W FXS and T1/E1.

Teleprotection System

An integrated end-to-end teleprotection function that provides 4 bi-directional transfer trips commands in addition to 2 controlling inputs logic and 2 outputs for alarming & status. It is mid-span compatible with the IMUX 2000 T1/E1 multiplexer MTS Teleprotection System.

Value

A lower cost solution than SONET/SDH or even T1/E1; Along with a simple and more efficient network that reduces maintenance cost and increases user productivity.

Cyber Security

SNMPv3 for Authentication and Encryption along with an embedded User Access Management System and other cyber security features meeting NERC requirements.

Real Time Critical Applications

Designed for real-time critical data applications such as SCADA/RTU, Relaying and Teleprotection with minimum latency.

Hitless Switching

A field proven path redundancy feature for private ring networks with zero-data-loss, making it ideal for critical infrastructure and protective relay applications.

Dual-Path Communications

A field-proven path redundancy feature designed for public networks, making it ideal for critical infrastructure and protective relay applications.

Resilient & Dependable

Enhanced reliability by offering optional redundant power supplies and path redundancy using MSTP (Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol) or RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol) technology.

Bandwidth

Backbone communications is at 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10 GigE) speed, equivalent to the speed of a SONET/ SDH OC-192/STM-16.

Compliance

Designed for harsh environment with Immunity from SWC, ESD & RFI; convection cooling with operating temperature: -30 C to +65 C. IEEE P1613; IEC61850-3; ANSI C37.90.2; ANSI C37.90.3.

Technology

Uses TDM over IP technology that allows point-topoint legacy equipment to communicate over an IP network that includes an Integrated Layer 2 Managed Ethernet Switch including two 10GbE Uplink (WAN) Ports and four GigE Ethernet (LAN) ports.

eXmux® 3505 IP Access Multiplier Application Examples

Network Diagram Example

The above example is a typical communications network using the eXmux® 3505 configured with 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Interface for the communication backbone and GigE on the linear and star setups. The communications network is able to transport both existing legacy devices with RS-422, RS-232, RS-485, 2W-FXS, specific DS0’s from the DS-1 & C37.94 interfaces, Teleprotection commands and IP devices using the eXmux 3505 common IP platform.

Click here for access to support documents and downloads. (Requires RFL Customer Account.)

IMAGE

Node View



IMAGE

Mapping View



IMAGE

Network Group View


eXmux® 3501 Visual Network Management Software

The eXmux 3505 IP Access Multiplexer comes with an advanced Graphical User Interface (GUI) Network Management Software for Operations, Administration, Maintenance and Provisioning (OAM&P). The intuitive and user friendly eXmux 3505 VNMS is designed to allow the user to manage their eXmux 3505 network, making configuration, port mapping, network monitoring and diagnostics simple and easy.

eXmux Visual Network Management Software Feature Summary

The VNMS communicates using the latest SNMPv3 for authentication and encryptionalong with cyber security features meeting NERC requirements. The Network view provides the user an overall view of the network and the status of each node in the network and is further enhanced by allowing the user to graphically represent the physical interconnection of each node in the network. The Node view displays a virtual physical view of the unit as configured with real-time status information. Programming details of each module are easily accessible by a simple double click on the module.

The uniquely designed Port Mapping interface allows the user to easily map any port on any eXmux to any other eXmux on the network by a simple point and click (“Map this Port”) function. The dynamic Current Active Alarm view gives the user specific information as to which node is in alarm, the type of alarm, the source and the description of the alarm so that diagnostic can be straightforward and quick. The “Tooltip” function provides the user “On-demand” information on any setting, status and alarm from any screen without the need for a manual or cumbersome Help function.

Please Download eXmux® 3505 IP Access Multiplier Software in the Customer Area (requires RFL Customer Account)

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