Monitor or Simulate Profinet Networks with these Modules

The Bany PNIO network analyzer and the Simba PNIO module in the Simit simulation system provide operators of Profinet networks with a number of new tools for efficient monitoring and simulation. Bany PNIO (bus analysis Profinet I/O) enables reaction-free, realtime analysis of data traffic at rates up to 1 Gbit/s and a resolution of 10 ns. The Simba PNIO simulates up to 256 devices on the controller in real time. Mixed operation of real and simulated devices is also possible, which makes it easier to expand facilities and accelerates their commissioning. Both units are based on the same hardware platform, so Simba PNIO can be used in simulation hardware in the engineering and test phases of an installation, and can then continue to be used in the subsequent plant operation as a Bany PNIO network analyzer after payment of an additional license fee. — Siemens Industrial Solutions, Erlangen, Germany