ABB Drives

Users Manual
Ethernet Adapter Module
NETA-01

Ethernet Adapter Module

NETA-01
Users Manual

3AFE64605062 Rev G
EN
EFFECTIVE: 2010-02-15

2010 ABB Oy. All Rights Reserved.

Safety instructions
Overview
This chapter states the general safety instructions that must be followed when
installing and operating the NETA-01 Network Adapter module.
The material in this chapter must be studied before attempting any work on the unit.
In addition to the safety instructions given below, read the complete safety
instructions of the specific drive you are working on.

General safety instructions

WARNING! All electrical installation and maintenance work on the drive should be
carried out by qualified electricians. The drive and adjoining equipment must be
properly earthed.
Do not attempt any work on a powered drive. After switching off the mains, always
allow the intermediate circuit capacitors to discharge for 5 minutes before working on
the frequency converter, the motor or the motor cable. It is good practice to check
(with a voltage indicating instrument) that the drive is in fact discharged before
beginning work.
The motor cable terminals of the drive are at a dangerously high voltage when mains
power is applied, regardless of motor operation.
There can be dangerous voltages inside the drive from external control circuits even
when the drive mains power is shut off. Exercise appropriate care when working on
the unit. Neglecting these instructions can cause physical injury or death.

Safety instructions

Safety instructions

Table of contents

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Table of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Introduction to this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Intended audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What this manual contains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conventions used in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product and service inquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Providing feedback on ABB Drives manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delivery check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty and liability information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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17

Quick start-up guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PC requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the module to your network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the module to the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring IP address for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Completing or changing network settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Mechanical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mounting outside the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mounting inside the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Electrical installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General cabling instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Earthing the module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIP switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NETA-01 connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ethernet connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power supply connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Drive configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tool channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fieldbus control channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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The Web User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting up the applets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drives tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dataset tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanning Parameters tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advanced Options tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Status applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parameters applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fault Log applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Datalogger applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Datalogger initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Datasets applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Motor Control applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BOOTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DHCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HTTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TCP/IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SMTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UDP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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56

Higher level protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Network configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HTTP server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Virtual files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FTP server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Telnet server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
File system commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E-mail client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sending predefined e-mail on data event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SSI functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modbus TCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modbus TCP addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal memory address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supported exception codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System control and status words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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65

Fault tracing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Status bars applet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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69

Appendix A: Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

DDCS link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Fieldbus link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
NETA-01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Appendix B: Ambient conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Ambient conditions, operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Ambient conditions, storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Ambient conditions, transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Appendix C: PC configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
PC requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Java Virtual Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Downloading and installing Java runtime environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the PC for point-to-point connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firewall protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Appendix D: Using predefined e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

The format of the e-mail configuration file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Appendix E: Server Side Includes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Description of the SSI functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplayIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplaySubnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplayGateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplayDHCPState . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplayHostName . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplayDomainName . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DisplayEmailServer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IncludeFile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
End conversion characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other conversion characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Possible arguments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

85
85
85
85
86
86
86
86
86
86
87
87
88

Appendix F: Taking a backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Taking the backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Restoring the backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Appendix G: File system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Case sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
File name / path name length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
File size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Free space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Structure of the file system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Description of the files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Configuration files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Password files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

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Introduction to this manual

Overview
This chapter contains a description of the Users Manual for the
NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module.

Intended audience
The manual is intended for the people who are responsible for installing,
commissioning and using an Ethernet Adapter module with an ABB drive. The
reader is expected to have a basic knowledge of electrical fundamentals, electrical
wiring practices, the drive, the use of the drive control panel, internet browsers, and
the Ethernet protocol.

What this manual contains

The installation and start-up of the NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module is introduced
in this manual.
It is assumed that the drive is installed and ready to operate before starting the
installation of the adapter module. For more information on the installation and
start-up procedures of the drive, please refer to its user documentation.
Safety instructions are featured in the first few pages of this manual. Safety
instructions describe the formats for various warnings and notations used within this
manual. This chapter also states the safety instructions which apply to the
installation and operation of the NETA-01 module.
Introduction to this manual contains a short description of the manual.
Overview contains a short description of the Ethernet protocol and the NETA-01
Ethernet Adapter module, a delivery checklist, and information on the
manufacturers warranty.
Quick start-up guide contains an example of NETA-01 start-up.
Mechanical installation contains placing and mounting instructions for the module.
Electrical installation contains wiring, DIP setting and earthing instructions.
Drive configuration explains how to program the drive before the communication
through the adapter module can be started.
The Web User Interface gives instructions on the Java applets included in the
NETA-01 module.
Communication contains a description of the Ethernet functions supported by the
NETA-01 module.
Fault tracing describes how to diagnose the Ethernet connection during installation,
commissioning, and normal operation.

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Appendix A: Technical data contains information on physical dimensions,

configurable settings and connectors of the module.
Appendix B: Ambient conditions contains a specification of the ambient conditions
allowed during transportation, storage and use of the NETA-01 module.
Appendix C: PC configuration gives instructions on how to use PC in point-to-point
connection and how to set up the Java Virtual Machine.
Appendix D: Using predefined e-mail contains information on the configuration of the
e-mail file.
Appendix E: Server Side Includes contains description of the SSI functions that can
be used with e-mail.
Appendix F: Taking a backup gives instructions for taking and restoring a backup of
the adapters file system.
Appendix G: File system contains a description of the files in the module and file
formats.

Conventions used in this manual

Communication Module
Communication Module is a name for a device (e.g. a fieldbus adapter) through
which the drive is connected to an external serial communication network (e.g. a
fieldbus). The communication with the communication module is activated by a drive
parameter.
Datasets and Data Words
Datasets are clusters of data sent through the DDCS link between the NETA-01
module and the drive. Each dataset consists of three 16-bit words, i.e. data words.
The Control Word and the Status Word are types of data words; the contents of
some data words are user-definable. For information, see the drive documentation.
MAC address
A MAC address, short for Media Access Control address, is a unique code assigned
to most forms of networking hardware. Every node on Ethernet network has unique
identifier, MAC address.
MAC ID
On a DDCS network, a unique node number identifies each node. This node number
is between 1254, and is called MAC ID or channel address.
NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module
The NETA-01 Adapter module is one of the optional fieldbus adapter modules
available for ABB drives. The NETA-01 module is a device through which an ABB
drive is connected to an Ethernet network.
Parameter
A parameter is an operating instruction for the drive. Parameters can be read and
programmed with the drive control panel, or through the NETA-01 module.

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Telnet
Telnet is a terminal emulation program for TCP/IP networks such as the Internet. The
Telnet program runs on a computer and connects it to a server on the network.
Commands can be then entered through the Telnet program and they will be
executed as if they were entered directly on the server console.

Product and service inquiries

Address any inquiries about the product to your local ABB representative, quoting
the type code and serial number of the unit in question. A listing of ABB sales,
support and service contacts can be found by navigating to www.abb.com/drives and
selecting Sales, Support and Service network.

Product training
For information on ABB product training, navigate to www.abb.com/drives and select
Training courses.

Providing feedback on ABB Drives manuals

Your comments on our manuals are welcome. Go to www.abb.com/drives and select
Document Library Manuals feedback form (LV AC drives).

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Overview
Overview
This chapter contains a short description of the NETA-01 Adapter module, a delivery
checklist, and warranty information.

The NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module

The NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module is an optional device for browser-based
remote monitoring of ABB drives via Ethernet. Multiple drives (up to 9) can be
connected to the network through the DDCS Branching Unit (NDBU-85/95) or using
ring topology. Through the use of the NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module, it is
possible to
monitor the drive
read and adjust drive parameter values
read status information and actual values from the drive
set up and monitor (numerically or graphically) the data logger and save its
content to a file
read and clear the contents of the fault log and save it to a file
send e-mail messages (max. 9) on events
use e-mail for continuous monitoring of the drive
acquire data from the drive and the process with Modbus TCP server
control the drive
give control commands (Start, Stop, Run enable, etc.) to the drive
feed a motor speed or torque reference to the drive
reset a drive fault.
The adapter module is mounted onto a standard mounting rail inside or outside the
drive unit, depending on drive type and configuration. See the users manual of the
drive for module placement options.

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Ethernet

ABB Drive

RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection

DIP switches for IP address
selection.

ABB Drive

Fibre optic connectors

for connection to drive:
TXD = Transmitter
RXD = Receiver

NDBU-85

MSTR
CH0
CH1
CH2

ABB Drive

Status LEDs
(For descriptions see chapter Fault
tracing)
External power supply connection

Figure 1. Star topology link with the NBDU-85/95 and the NETA-01 Adapter module
Compatibility
The NETA-01 is compatible with:
LV AC Drives
ACS800
ACS 600
ACX 400
LV DC Drives*
DCS 800
DCS 600
MV AC Drives
ACS 6000
ACS 1000
ACS 5000
(* DC drives do not support the Motor control -applet.)

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Contact your local ABB representative for information on using other drive types with
the NETA-01. Some drive software applications do not support all the features of
NETA-01 and those features can be deactivated from the module. By default every
application support parameter access and data/fault logger operations from the
module (NETA-1.3 onwards). The default setting for each drive application can be
modified from a file called drv_comp.cfg. For more information see chapter
Appendix G: File system.
Delivery check
The option package for the NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module contains:
Ethernet Adapter module, type NETA-01
two pairs (four pieces) of fibre optic cables for connecting the adapter to the drive
mounting rail
this manual.
Warranty and liability information
The manufacturer warrants the equipment supplied against defects in design,
materials and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months after installation or
twenty-four (24) months from date of manufacturing, whichever first occurs. The
local ABB office or distributor may grant a warranty period different to the above and
refer to local terms of liability as defined in the supply contract.
The manufacturer is not responsible for
any costs resulting from a failure if the installation, commissioning, repair,
alternation, or ambient conditions of the drive do not fulfil the requirements
specified in the documentation delivered with the unit and other relevant
documentation.
units subjected to misuse, negligence or accident
units comprised of materials provided or designs stipulated by the purchaser.
In no event shall the manufacturer, its suppliers or subcontractors be liable for
special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, losses or penalties.
If you have any questions concerning your ABB drive, please contact the local
distributor or ABB office. The technical data, information and specifications are valid
at the time of printing. The manufacturer reserves the right to modifications without
prior notice.

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Quick start-up guide

Overview
This chapter describes the start-up procedure of NETA-01 Ethernet adapter.
Note: ACS800 Standard drive will be used in the example. The configuration
procedure of other drives and application might differ from this one. See drivespecific user manual for more information.

PC requirements
NETA-01 module can be configured and used with a normal PC that has:
An Ethernet network adapter
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, Linux
A World Wide Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher, or
Netscape 6.2 or higher
Microsoft VM or Java Virtual Machine installed for the browser in use (see
Appendix C: PC configuration)
Telnet and FTP clients for module configuration (if needed).
This section provides a quick example on how to get the module up and running
after the PC is configured. The example provides an easy way to configure the
network settings.

Mechanical installation
Fasten the module according to chapter Mechanical installation.

Electrical installation
Connecting the module to your network
Make sure that the module power is switched off. Connect the Ethernet network
cable to the RJ-45 connector of the module. Use a ferrite core on the cable at the PC
end to ensure proper functioning of the connection.
Connecting the module to the drive
Multiple drives can be connected to the NETA-01 by using the NDBU-85/95 DDCS
Branching Unit or a ring topology. In this example, the NETA-01 is connected to only
one drive without the branching unit (ring topology).

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The NETA-01 can be connected to the tool channel or the fieldbus control channel of
the drive. In the tool channel, the NETA-01 can be used for monitoring the drive and
the drive does not need any configuration.
ACS800 tool channel = Channel 3
ACS800 fieldbus control channel = Channel 0

Configuring IP address for the first time

Note: Out-of-the-box IP address of the module is 10.58.18.11. This can be used to
access the web pages for further configuration. Simple tool for setting the IP address
of the module is also available in the ABB Library. See instructions below for
changing the IP address with the ARP protocol.
This example demonstrates how to set the IP address of the NETA module with ARP
protocol commands. For more information about configuring the network settings,
see section Network configuration in chapter Communication. The PC has to be
configured for point-to-point connection; see Appendix C: PC configuration.
Set all configuration DIP switches to OFF position. Switch the auxiliary 24 V DC
power on.
Open the DOS prompt on the PC.
Type arp -s <IP address> <MAC address>
Substitute <MAC address> with the MAC address of your module (e.g. 00-30-1102-02-90). The MAC address is printed on the label on the side of the module.
Substitute <IP address> with the IP address you wish to use for the module (e.g.
10.0.0.7). Ask your network administrator for a free IP address. Type arp at the
command prompt for more instructions.
Type ping <IP address>
Type arp -d <IP address>
The module will adopt the IP address specified in the arp -s command after
restarting the module.
Completing or changing network settings
You can now complete or change the network settings with a browser (NETA-1.3
onwards) or by editing the ethcfg.cfg file. Type the IP address you defined earlier
into the browsers address bar. In some cases the proxy server used by the
browser must be disabled (see Appendix C: PC configuration).
Fill in the authorization information:
- User name: admin
- Password: admin

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Figure 2. Enter Network Password

Open the Configuration menu from the upper left corner of the front page. Select
the Network tab and click the Ethernet settings button. Complete the network
settings using the form.

Figure 3. Ethernet form

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Drive configuration
Power up the drive
If the NETA-01 is connected to the tool channel, the Connected to Tool Channel
(ch3) checkbox should be selected on the Network tab of the Configuration
menu (See figure Tool Channel.)

Figure 4. Tool Channel

If the NETA-01 is connected to the fieldbus control channel, the communication
should be activated with a drive parameter. With an ACS800 Std drive, set
parameters 98.02 COMM. MODULE LINK to FIELDBUS and 98.07 COMM
PROFILE to ABB DRIVES.
Check that the fieldbus configuration group is activated. This is Group 51 with an
ACS800 Std drive.
Verify that MODULE TYPE is NETA-01 V1.x
Configure the drive to accept Start/Stop, Direction, Fault Reset and Reference
from the module. Examples of appropriate values on the ACS800 Std are shown
in the following table.
Drive parameter

Example setting for ACS800 Std

98.02 COMM.MODULE LINK

FIELDBUS

98.07 COMM. PROFILE

ABB DRIVES

10.01 EXT1 STRT/STP/DIR

COMM.CW

10.03 REF DIRECTION

REQUEST

11.02 EXT1/EXT2 SELECT

COMM. CW

11.03 EXT1 REF SELECT

COMM. REF

16.04 FAULT RESET SEL

COMM. CW

Note: If the module is connected to several drives it has to be configured from the
Network tab located in the Configuration menu.

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Mechanical installation
Overview
This chapter contains module mounting instructions. Depending on the drive, the
module can be installed either inside or outside the drive housing or cabinet. See the
users manual of the drive for module placement options.

Mounting outside the drive

Choose the location for the module. Note the following:
The cabling instructions in chapter Electrical installation must be followed.
The ambient conditions should be taken into account (see chapter
Appendix B: Ambient conditions). The degree of protection of the module is IP 20.
Observe the free space requirements for the module*) (see the figure below) and
the drive (see the drive documentation).
Module earth is connected to the mounting rail by means of an earthing clip (see
the figure below). The mounting rail onto which the option module is to be
mounted must be earthed to a noiseless earth. If the rail is not mounted on a
properly earthed base, a separate earthing conductor must be used. The
conductor must be as short as possible and its cross-sectional area must be
6 mm2 at least.
Note: No solid copper conductor may be used (stranded wire allowed only).
Mounting instructions:
Switch off all dangerous voltages in the enclosure that the module is to be
mounted in.
Fasten the rail and ensure the proper earthing as described above.

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Push the module onto the rail. The module can be released by pulling the locking
spring with a screwdriver (see below).
min 10 mm

Earthing
Clip

min 10 mm
*)

Minimum of 10 mm from adjoining equipment or wall.

Mounting inside the drive

Only a qualified electrician should carry out the work inside the drive.
WARNING! Pay attention to the slowly discharging voltage of the capacitor bank and
the voltages that are connected from external control circuits to the inputs and
outputs of the drive.

WARNING! Do not touch the printed circuit boards. The integrated circuits are
extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Mounting instructions:
Stop the drive.
Switch off the power supply of the drive and all dangerous voltages connected to
the inputs and outputs.
Wait for five minutes to ensure that the capacitors in the intermediate circuit have
discharged.
Remove the front cover of the drive.
Ensure that the mains cable, motor cable and capacitor bank (UDC+ and UDC)
are not powered.
Locate the position for the module (see the drive documentation). Fasten the
mounting rail to its place if not already installed. Observe the free space
requirements for the module (see the figure above).
Push the module onto the rail. The module can be released by pulling the locking
spring with a screwdriver (see the figure above).

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Electrical installation
Overview
This chapter contains:
general cabling instructions
module earthing instructions
instructions on setting the IP address
instructions on connecting the module to the drive and to the Ethernet network.
WARNING! Before installation, switch off the drive power supply. Wait for five
minutes to ensure that the capacitor bank of the drive is discharged. Switch off all
dangerous voltages connected from external control circuits to the inputs and
outputs of the drive.

General cabling instructions

Arrange the bus cables as far away from the motor cables as possible. Avoid parallel
runs. Use bushings at cable entries.
Handle fibre optic cables with care. When unplugging optic cables, always grab the
connector, not the cable itself. Do not touch the ends of the fibres with bare hands,
as the fibre is extremely sensitive to dirt.
The maximum long-term tensile load for the fibre optic cables is 1 N.
The minimum short-term bend radius is 25 mm.

Earthing the module

The NETA-01 module earth is connected to the rail onto which the module is
mounted. If the rail is fastened to an earthed metallic assembly plate, the module is
automatically earthed, and no external earthing wire is needed. If the rail is fastened
to a base that is not earthed, the rail must be connected to the nearest earthing
terminal. However, the earthing wire should not be connected to the same terminal
as the power cable screens. (See the mounting instructions in chapter Mechanical
installation.)

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DIP switch settings

The DIP switches on the front of the NETA-01 module can be used to select the IP
address for the module.
Note: The new settings take effect only when the module is powered up or rebooted
for the next time.
By default, the IP address is defined by software settings (see chapter
Communication). Setting any DIP switch to ON enables the DIP switch selection.
DIP switches 1 to 8 define the last octet of the IP address 192.168.0.xxx as a binary
number (in decimals 1254, 255 is reserved for broadcast), DIP switch 8 being the
least significant bit.

NETA-01 connections
Ethernet connection
The network cable is connected to the RJ45 connector on the
NETA-01. The connector is internally terminated. Add a ferrite core to the PC end of
the network cable to avoid EMC disturbance caused by power cables.
Power supply connection
The NETA-01 module requires a 24 V DC power supply. Connect the supply wires to
the connector on the lower side of the module.
Pole

Description

+24 V DC

0V

Terminal designations

The power can be taken either from the drives internal power supply (see drive
manuals) or from a dedicated external power supply.
Drive connection
The NETA-01 module is connected to the drive using a fibre optic cable link. Consult
the drive documentation as to the corresponding terminals inside the drive. Multiple
drives are connected through the NDBU-85/95 DDCS Branching Unit or using ring
topology. Drives can be configured through the web pages of the module.
With the ACS800 NETA module can be connected to channels CH0 and CH3.
Fieldbus control channel CH0 is used for control and monitoring the drive. The tool
channel CH3 is intended to monitoring and debugging purposes.

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ABB
Drive 2

DDCS

DDCS

CH1

CH0

MSTR

NDBU-x5

ABB
Drive 1

Drive 1 to
. CH0
.
.
Drive 9 to CH8

Figure 5. Fibre optic link connecting the NETA-01 to the drives through the
NDBU-85/95
ABB Drive

ABB Drive

ABB Drive

DDCS

DDCS

DDCS

Drive 1 first
in the ring.
.
.
.
Drive 9 last in the ring.

Figure 6. Fibre optic link connecting the NETA-01 to drives with ring topology

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Drive configuration
Overview
This chapter gives information on configuring the NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module
to work with the drive.

Configuring the system

After the NETA-01 Ethernet Adapter module has been mechanically and electrically
installed according to the instructions in chapters Mechanical installation and
Electrical installation, the drive must be prepared for communication with the
module.
Control locations
ABB drives can receive control information from multiple sources including digital
inputs, analogue inputs, the drive control panel and a communication module (e.g.
NETA-01). ABB drives allow the user to separately determine the source for each
type of control information (Start, Stop, Direction, Reference, Fault Reset, etc.) See
the user documentation of the drive for information on the selection parameters.
The detailed procedure of activating the NETA-01 module for communication with
the drive is dependent on the drive type and used DDCS communication channel.
Tool channel
Tool channel is intended for drive tools. As with ACS800 Standard application, the
DDCS channel 3 is used. If the NETA-01 module is connected to tool channel the
drive does not need any configuration. However NETA-01 modules web pages
should be used to select Connected to Tool Channel (Ch3) checkbox from the
Configuration menus Network tab.
Fieldbus control channel
Communication through fieldbus control channel is faster than through tool channel
and this should be used for control applications with higher performance
requirements. Normally, when connected to the fieldbus control channel, a drive
parameter must be adjusted to activate the communication. See the drive
documentation.
As communication between the drive and the NETA-01 is established, a
configuration parameter group shown in Table 1. is copied to the drive.
Note: The grouping, numbering, and adjustment procedure of parameters vary from
drive to drive. See the drive documentation for information.

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Table 1. The NETA-01 configuration parameters (All parameters are read only.)
Fieldbus
par. no.
1
2
3
4

Parameter name
MODULE TYPE
CHANNEL ADDRESS
BAUD RATE
STATUS

5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

PROFILE SELECTION
IP ADDRESS 1
IP ADDRESS 2
IP ADDRESS 3
IP ADDRESS 4
SUBNET MASK 1
SUBNET MASK 2
SUBNET MASK 3
SUBNET MASK 4

Alternative settings
NETA-01 V1.x
1254
(0) 10/100 MBit/s
(0) SELF TEST; (1) NO CONNECT; (2) CONNECTED;
(3) TIMEOUT; (4) DUP. MAC ERR; (5) BUS_OFF;
(6) COM. ERROR; (7) WRONG ASMBLY
(0) ABB DRIVES
1...255
1...255
1...255
1...255
1...255
1...255
1...255
0...255

Default
setting
NETA-01 V1.x
1
(0) 10/100 MBit/s

(0) ABB DRIVES

10
58
18
11
255
255
255
0

Note: The fieldbus parameters are only visible when the Connected to Tool Channel
(ch3) check box in the Configuration menu is not selected.
01 MODULE TYPE
Shows the connected communication adapter module type and its software version.
02 CHANNEL ADDRESS
Identifies the channel address for the node (i.e. drive).
1254
On a DDCS network, each node is identified by a unique node number. This node
number is between 1 and 254, and is called channel address.
03 BAUD RATE
The baud rate for the Ethernet interface (auto-negotiated).
10/100 MBit/s
04 STATUS
This Status parameter indicates the status of the Ethernet module. See chapter Fault
tracing for more detailed information.
SELF TEST; NO CONNECT; CONNECTED; TIME-OUT;
DUP. MAC ERR; BUS OFF; COM. ERROR; WRONG ASMBLY
05 PROFILE SELECTION
The communication profile between the drive and the module.
ABB DRIVES
06 IP address 1 - 09 IP address 4
IP address of the module.

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10 Subnet mask 1 - 13 Subnet mask 4

Subnet mask of the module.
Note: The NETA-01 supports only the ABB DRIVES communication profile.

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The Web User Interface

Overview
This chapter gives instructions on using the Java applets in the NETA-01 module.
The Java applets are used to communicate with the drive or the drives. Depending
on user access level, parameters can be changed and the drives can be configured
and controlled.

Starting up the applets

After the module has been configured for the Ethernet network, use a PC to start up
a web browser and type the IP address of the module in the address field e.g.
http://10.58.18.11. Press enter and login with a username and a password. (See
section Password files in chapter Appendix G: File system.)

Configuration applet
The module can be configured in the Configuration applet. It contains five different
tabs labelled Drives, Network, Dataset, Scanning Parameters and Advanced
Options.
Note: Any changes made using the Configuration applet take effect only after
rebooting the module.

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Drives tab

Figure 7. Configuration applet, Drives tab

Note: Starting from NETA-01 version 1.4 the DDCS network can be scanned for
drives. After constructing and configuring the DDCS network the drives can be found
by clicking the Find drives button. If Issue channel address check box is selected
the module will set the DDCS channel address for the drives starting from channel
address 1. If the Issue channel address checkbox is not selected the drive will use
the existing DDCS channel addresses configured to the drives. To separate the
drives from each other they should have individual channel addresses.

Note: NETA-01 versions 1.0-1.3 do not have the Find drives button or the Issue
channel address checkbox. The Drives tab can be used to configure which drives
are connected to the module by activating the State field. Drive 1 should be
connected to channel 1 on the NDBU-85/95, Drive 2 to the channel 2, etc. In case
ring topology is used, it is necessary to put the drives in order, starting with Drive 1
and ending the ring with the last drive.
The State field contains the following selections:
Disabled: No drive connected.
FBA DSET1: the drive uses datasets 1 and 2 as the source for control and status
of the drive.
FBA DSET10: the drive uses datasets 10 and 11 as the source for control and
status of the drive.

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A description of the drive can be written in the Name field (max. 20 characters). The
Addr: field presents the DDCS channel address, which can be configured with a
drive parameter.
By default, Allow dataset editing check box is not selected, meaning that manual
editing of datasets through the Datasets applet (see below) is disabled. The applet
will only display the values currently stored in the memory of the NETA-01 module.
With Allow dataset editing selected, the datasets in the memory of the NETA-01 can
be manually edited through the Datasets applet, and the datasets are cyclically
written to the drive (independent of whether the module is connected to fieldbus
control channel or tool channel).
The Enable Motor control applet enables the Motor Control applet where it is
possible to start and stop the motor.
Network tab

Figure 8. Configuration applet, Network tab

The Ethernet settings button opens a form that can be used for Ethernet address
configuration (Figure 9.).
The Ethernet DDCS Port is the DDCS server port number the applets use to
communicate with the drives. The default port number can be changed if another
user-defined server already uses it.
The Web and FTP access field is used to define the allowed IP address range for
using the web and FTP interface of the module.
The Modbus/TCP access field is used to define the allowed IP address range for
accessing the Modbus/TCP registers of the module.

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The Modbus Timeout is the maximum time between two consecutive Modbus/TCP
messages. If the master station does not write to dataset registers of the module in
the specified time, the module stops writing to datasets of the drives. Depending on
the communication fault function parameter setting in the drive, the motor either
stops or continues running.
If the module is connected to the fibre optic tool channel (CH3) of the drive, verify
that the Connected to Tool Channel (Ch3) checkbox is selected. Tool channel is
scanned less frequently than fieldbus control channel, which makes the
communication to tool channel slower.
By default the baud rate is set to 4 Mbit in fieldbus control channel and to 1 Mbit in
tool channel. The communication speed can be changed to 1 Mbit in fieldbus control
channel if the drive cannot handle 4 MBit/s. The module sets the selected obdurate
accordingly on the drive side.
The radio buttons under Network Type define the DDCS network type, either Ring
or Star topology. If the star topology is selected, the NBDU Branching Unit address
must be given.

Figure 9. Ethernet settings form (NETA-1.3 onwards)

Field

Description

IP address

IP address of NETA-01 module (Required)

Subnet mask

Subnet mask of the module (Required)

Gateway address

Gateway address of the module (Required if used)

DNS1 address

Address to primary Domain Name Server that translates Internet domain

names such as www.abb.com into IP numbers (Optional)

DNS2 address

Secondary DNS server (Optional)

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Field

Description

Host name

Is the name of the module e.g. neta (Optional)

Domain name

Is the default domain name for the module e.g.abb.com (Optional)

SMTP server

IP address for the SMTP server (Optional)

SMTP username

Username for the SMTP server (Optional)

SMTP password

Password for the SMTP server (Optional)

DHCP enabled

IP address setting through DHCP is enabled if the check box is selected.

Dataset tab

Figure 10. Configuration applet, Dataset tab

20 additional datasets can be read from or written to the drives in addition to the
basic dataset (FBA DSET 1 or FBA DSET 10). The additional datasets can be
allocated to one or several drives. The datasets can be accessed through Modbus
TCP registers presented in the applet or through Datasets applet.
Note: Some datasets are read only and they cannot be written by NETA-01. See the
Firmware Manual of the drive for information on dataset numbering and write
protection.
Datasets can either be added or removed. To add a dataset, select the drive number
(Drive 1 to Drive 9), enter the dataset number and click the Insert button. By ticking
the Writable checkbox, a writable dataset (e.g. dataset 3) is added to the list and it
can be accessed through the Modbus OUT area. Also the readable dataset (e.g.
dataset 4) is mapped to the Modbus IN area. If Writable checkbox is not selected
only the readable dataset is added. To remove a dataset, select the line to be
removed and click the Remove button.

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Scanning Parameters tab

Figure 11. Configuration applet, Scanning Parameters tab

The Scanning Parameters feature can be used to monitor parameters of the drives.
A maximum of 45 parameters can be monitored. The parameters can be distributed
between several drives.
The Time between parameter scans: field controls how often a parameter should be
updated from the drive. The minimum setting of this parameter is 100 ms. For
example if the list had four parameters it would take 400 ms to update the values.
The parameters can be accessed through Modbus TCP registers presented in the
applet or through internal memory address in e-mail.

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Advanced Options tab

Figure 12. Advanced Options tab (NETA-1.5 onwards)

Reset Module
The Reset module button in the Advanced Options tab reboots the NETA-01. The
reboot is required e.g. for enabling configuration changes. If the connection to the
module is lost, it can be re-established by logging in again.
NETA-01 version 1.5 onwards the Advanced tab has also a number of other
services. When clicking the buttons new menus open for additional configuration of
the module.

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Change passwords
The Change Passwords opens a menu that can be used to change the usernames,
passwords and access rights.

Figure 13. Change password menu

Select username selection list displays the active users.
Access level displays the system level access (file system) for each user. The
system level access level is fixed and only the first user in the list can have
administrator rights.
The user name can be changed through the Type new username field.
New password can be set through the Type new password field and verified in the
next field called Type password again.
Check boxes can be used to activate access to the configuration and motor control
menus. User can write any of the drive parameters if the Enable parameter write
access is selected.
New settings are activated after clicking the OK button or declined with Cancel.

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Configure Emails
From NETA-1.5 onwards it is possible to configure emails through the web pages.
The message field of the email can contain parameter information, fault logger and
data logger of the drive in addition to plain text. The module sends email when the
trigger condition is fulfilled.

Figure 14. Email configuration menu

It is possible to configure nine emails through the Select email: selection list.
The Offset: line defines a trigger condition for the email. The selection list can be
used to select a variable that triggers an email as long as the equation defined with
the mask, operand and target value is true.
The module can also send email periodically if the Periodically after every checkbox
is ticked and the amount of minutes set.
To: and From: fields have to be filled to send email to correct receivers. The email
addresses of multiple receivers have to be separated with a semicolon (;).
The message field can contain plain text and so called SSI functions. Add
parameter button creates SSI function that includes drive parameters and dataset to
the message.
Fault and data log files can be added to the email with corresponding buttons. The
content of the files is written to the message field instead of attaching them. Bit 2 of
the System status word notifies when data log file is written to the module. The bit
can be used to trigger an email, which has the data log file included. Data logger files
are written automatically if the Automatic write to file when filled checkbox is ticked
from the Datalogger Settings menu.

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Any changes to an active email is saved after clicking the OK button or selecting
another active email from the selection list. Changes can be cancelled by clicking
the Cancel button.
Backup and restore module configuration
NETA-01 has several files that contain configuration information. When clicking the
Backup button these files are packed to one file called backup.cfg. This file can be
copied from a folder called Log and saved to PC for further use. To restore the
configuration the backup file has to be uploaded to the folder Log again with FTP
and the Restore button clicked.
Note: The backup,cfg file is compatible only with NETA-01 modules that have the
same software version.
Download local JAR copy
The Java Applet application running on the browser is packed to a file called
Appletsxxx.jar. When connecting to NETA-01 module through the browser this file
is downloaded every time. To save time and bandwidth this package should be
saved to the file system of the Java Virtual Machine as a local copy. Further
instructions is presented after clicking the Instructions button.

Status applet
The Status applet reads the status words from the module determining whether the
drive is running properly or has faulted. The lamp button indicates green for Healthy,
red for Fault and yellow for Alarm/Warning.
The applet uses Modbus commands to read dataset 2 from the drive, which is then
stored in the memory of the module. Depending on the drive type, the drives have
the status word either in dataset 2 or in dataset 11. The dataset information has to be
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The drive has faulted if status word:

bit 3 is set
bit 15 is set

(Communication loss, e.g. broken DDCS link fibre)

bit 7 is set or all bits are zero.

(Causes a Warning/Alarm)

Figure 15. Status Applet

The Status applet for all the drives is always visible. The drive dataset numbers and
drive names are configured in the Configuration applet.
Clicking the light bulb button loads the applet showing all the bits in the status
word. The display shows the meaning of each bit. The uppermost bit corresponds to
LSB, the lowermost bit to MSB.
Clicking the name of the drive loads the Menu applet where the other applets, such
as Parameters, Datasets and Logger applets, can be started.

Menu applet
All the other applets can be started from the Menu applet. The buttons in the menu
applet can be disabled from the Configuration menu or by modifying the
drv_comp.cfg file. There are two reasons for disabling the buttons. First of all, some
drive applications do not support every NETA-01 feature and secondly the target
application might set some limitations. For instance, in some cases starting a motor
remotely without supervision is dangerous and control features should be disabled.

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Figure 16. Menu applet

Parameters applet
The drive set-up can be done using the Parameters applet.

Figure 17. Parameters applet

The parameter group is selected from the drop down menu, after which all the
available parameters in that group are presented with names and values.

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The values are formatted as follows:

Type

Value presentation

1. Boolean

Two display strings. True or False.

3. Integer 16

Displays strings if any, otherwise decimal value.

4. Integer 32

Not supported.

8. Float

Floating integer shown in 2 decimals.

9. Visible

Visible string of 20 bytes.

10. Octet String

Not supported.

14. Bit String

Hex format i.e. 0x1A3F.

There are four buttons in the applet.

Parameter Save button saves all the parameters to a file.
The Refresh Values button updates the parameter values from the drive.
The Close button closes the applet.
If the user has the access to change parameter values, the Set Value button
opens a Set Value window. Otherwise the button is disabled.

Figure 18. Set Parameter Value

The applet does not accept values outside the minimum and maximum limits.
Fault Log applet
The Fault Log applet reads all recent faults stored in the drive.

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Figure 19. Fault Log applet

The Save To File button saves the fault logger content to a file that can be
downloaded from the module.
The Clear Faults button clears the fault log and uploads the fault list again from the
drive to make sure that the fault log has been cleared.
Datalogger applet
The Datalogger applet utilises the internal data loggers of the drives.

Figure 20. Datalogger applet

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If the drive has more than one datalogger, the desired logger can be selected from
the drop down menu. The status window is updated once a second.
Only users with privileged or administrator access can control the Datalogger.
To configure the datalogger, click the Settings button (only available when the
datalogger is stopped). To start or stop the logger, use the Start Logger or Stop
Logger buttons respectively. To reset the logger, click the Reset button. The
Information button shows the datalogger configuration.
To view the contents of the log, first click the Upload Samples button, then click
the Values button to view the log contents in numerical format or the Graph button
to view the log contents in graphical format.
Save To File button can be used to save the content of selected data logger to a
file and download it to a PC.
Datalogger initialization

Figure 21. Datalogger Initialization

The Datalogger Initialization applet is loaded by pressing the Settings button in the
Datalogger applet. It is available only for privilege and administrator users.
The applet defines
the datalogger sample rate (Time Coefficient)
the signals to be recorded (Add/Remove Variables)

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the amount of samples before triggering condition occurs

the triggering condition
the triggering reference signal (Set Trig Variable)
the trigger level (Trig Level) and trigger level hysteresis (Trig Hyst.)
whether the data logger file is written automatically to a file or not when the data
logger is filled.
Datalogger information

Figure 22. Datalogger Information

The Datalogger Information window gives an overview of how the datalogger has
been configured.

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Figure 23. Datalog Graph

Datalogger Graph window draws the values of each channel of the data logger to a
graph. Maximum and minimum values of X and Y axes can be changed to scale the
view. Reset button scales the axes back to original values.

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Datasets applet
The Datasets applet monitors and writes (if enabled) datasets.
The output datasets at the drive are polled and updated every 500 ms. The first
dataset for all the drives is always visible. Another 20 datasets can be selected for
monitoring and editing in the Configuration applet. The values can be displayed in
either decimal or hexadecimal format.

Figure 24. Datasets applet

Writing manually to the datasets is possible if Allow dataset editing is enabled in the
Configuration applet. If disabled, the values of the input datasets are read cyclically
from the memory of the NETA-01.
Drive documentation
This button opens an URL defined by a drive parameter. The feature is not available
for all drive types. If the URL parameter is undefined (empty), or not present in the
drive type in question, www.abb.com is opened.

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Motor Control applet

The applet is available if Enable Motor control applet is enabled in the Configuration
applet.
The Motor Control applet can Start/Stop and Reset the drive. The reference speed
can be set between -100% and 100%. Actual Speed shows the integer value of
dataset 2 index 2. (See the Drive Manual for integer scaling.)
Note: When the Motor Control applet is active, scanning parameters are not
updated.
Control buttons
Local/Remote: Toggles control between Motor
Control applet (Local) and external source (e.g.
I/O, fieldbus) (Remote)
Start: Starts the drive (Local mode only)
Stop: Stops the drive (Local mode only)
Reset: Resets a fault or warning (Local mode only)

Drive status
Upper LED: Ready (Green)
Warning (Yellow)
Communication Loss (Yellow)
Fault (Red)
Lower LED: Running (Green)
Stopped (Yellow)

Speed set point bar

Range: -100%+100%
(100% corresponds to nominal
speed of motor)

Actual motor
speed indication
Shows the integer value of
dataset 2, index 2.

Figure 25. Motor Control applet drive ready

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Figure 26. Motor control applet drive running

Figure 27. Motor control applet drive faulted

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Figure 28. Motor control applet DDCS communication error

Note: In case of a DDCS communication error, the drive Status Word is not updated.
The status information given will be based on the last valid Status Word received
before the communication break.

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Communication
Overview
This chapter describes briefly the Ethernet applications protocols, tools used in
configuring the NETA-01 and NETA-01 communication interfaces.

Protocols
BOOTP
The Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) is a protocol that lets a network user automatically
receive an IP address and have an operating system initiated without user
involvement. BOOTP is the basis for a more advanced network manager protocol,
the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
DHCP
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an Internet protocol for
automating the configuration of computers that use TCP/IP. DHCP can be used to
automatically assign IP addresses, to deliver TCP/IP stack configuration parameters
such as the subnet mask and default router, and to provide other configuration
information.
FTP
The File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a standard Internet protocol that enables a
simple and efficient way of exchanging files between computers on the Internet.
HTTP
The Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) provides a set of rules for exchanging files
(text, graphic images, sound, video, and other multimedia files) on the World Wide
Web. Relative to the TCP/IP suite of protocols, HTTP is an application protocol.
TCP/IP
TCP/IP is commonly used for communication within networks and on the Internet. It
consists of a Transport Control protocol (TCP) and Internet Protocol (IP). The
Internet Protocol is a method or protocol by which data is sent from one computer to
another on the Internet. Each computer (known as a host) on the Internet has at
least one IP address that uniquely identifies it from all other computers on the
Internet. For a working connection the IP needs three different addresses:

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IP address
The IP address identifies each node on the network. IP addresses are written as four
decimal integers (1254, 0 and 255 are reserved) separated by periods where each
integer represents the value of one byte (8 bits, octet) in the IP address.
Gateway address
Gateways connect individual physical networks into a system of networks. When a
node needs to communicate with a node on another network, the gateway transfers
the data between the two networks. The gateway address is given in the same
format as the IP address.
Subnet mask
Subnet masks are used for splitting networks into subgroups, or subnets. The
subnet mask is a binary pattern that is matched up with the IP address to turn part of
the address field into a field for subnets.
SMTP
The Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) is a TCP/IP protocol used in sending and
receiving e-mail.
UDP
The User Datagram Protocol (UDP) is a communications protocol that offers a
limited number of services when messages are exchanged between computers in a
network that uses the Internet Protocol (IP). UDP is an alternative to the
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP). UDP uses the Internet Protocol to actually get
a data unit from one computer to another. UDP does not provide the division of a
message into packets and reassembling it at the other end. Specifically, UDP does
not provide sequencing of the packets that the data arrives in.
Higher level protocols
Modbus TCP
The Modbus protocol in the module is conformable to the Modbus TCP specification
1.0. More information about the Modbus TCP protocol can be found at
http://www.modbus.org/.

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Network configuration
Description of the different IP configuration options:
Method

Description

DIP switch

If the DIP switches are set to a value between 1 and 255, the
IP settings are:
IP address:

192.168.0.xxx (where xxx stands

for a value between 1 and 255)

Subnet mask:

255.255.255.0

Gateway address:

0.0.0.0 (No gateway set)

DHCP/BOOTP

If DHCP/BOOTP is enabled in the network configuration (see

section Configuration files ethcfg.cfg in chapter Appendix G:
File system), and the appropriate server is found on the
network, the modules IP settings are defined by the DHCP/
BOOTP server.

Predefined in the
flash memory of
the module

If no configuration is stored in the flash memory, the module

will indicate an error on the status LED and the module will
only run the ARP protocol (see below).

ARP

Change the IP address from a PC with following commands:

(Address
Resolution
Protocol)

Web pages
(NETA-1.3
onwards)
IP Config Tool

Note
Must be set before initialisation.
The predefined subnet can only
be used on an intranet.

A DHCP or BOOTP server is

required.

arp -s <IP address> <MAC address>

ping <IP address>
arp -d <IP address>

Module MAC address required

(printed in the label of the
module). The new IP address is
stored in the flash memory of the
NETA-01.

The arp -s command will store the IP and MAC address in

the PC ARP table. When the ping command is executed, the
PC will send the message to the module, by using the MAC
address. The module changes its IP address to the given one.
The arp -d command is not required. It removes the static
route to from the ARP table.

The NETA-01 must be in the

same subnetwork as the PC.
Normally, the first three bytes
(octets) of the new IP address
must be the same as the IP
address of the PC executing the
command.

Network settings can also be changed through a web page

form in the Configuration menu.

The IP address has to be set first

with ARP or DIP switches to be
able to access the web pages.

Simple PC tool for configuring the IP address of the module.

Available at the ABB Library in the

Internet.

HTTP server
The module features a complete web server. With the web pages created in the
module, a web browser can access the configuration of the module and control
multiple drives connected to the module.
Virtual files
The module contains a set of virtual files that can be used when building a web page
for configuration of network parameters. These virtual files can be overwritten (not
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By using this feature it is for example possible to replace the ABB logo by uploading
a new logo named \logo.gif.
Security
The web system in NETA-01 features three different security levels: Administration,
Privilege and Normal.
A Normal user can only monitor the drive but not control it or change
configuration.
A user with Privilege rights can view and change parameters and datasets (if
enabled), and has access to the motor control applet.
An Administrator, in addition to above, has access to the Configuration menu.
In versions 1.0, 1.1 and 1.2 each of these security levels has their own username
and password files (normal_login.psw, priv_login.psw, admin_login.psw). The
format and usage of these files are described in the section Appendix G: File system
/ Password files.
Starting from NETA-01 version 1.3 the above files are removed and replaced by files
called web_login.psw and access.cfg. Format of the files is described in the
section Appendix G: File system / Password files.
Files within the file system can be protected from web access through username/
password authorisation. By default, all files can be viewed with the exception of
those in the directories \user\pswd\ and \pswd\ and those named web_accs.cfg.
Placing a file called web_accs.cfg in a directory protects the directory from
unauthorized web access. The file contains a list of users that are allowed to browse
that directory, or a redirection file path. See section Appendix G: File system /
Password files web_accs.cfg for a specification of the file format and usage.
It is also possible to configure which IP addresses and protocols are allowed to
access the module. See section Appendix G: File system / Description of the files for
description of the file ip_accs.cfg.

FTP server
The FTP server is used to upload/download files to the file system with standard
FTP client programs. Depending on the security settings, different parts of the file
system can be accessed by the user:
Note: Also a web browser can be used to upload and download files. To enable the
feature from Internet Explorer, select:
Tools -> Internet Options -> Advanced -> Enable folder view for FTP sites checkbox.
Type ftp://<address> into the address field and use system username and password
to log in.

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Security
The FTP server has two security levels: Normal and Administrator. The user must
login using a valid username/password combination to access the file system. The
security level can be set individually for each user login.
Normal user
In Normal mode the access is restricted to the user/ directory. The username and
password are defined in a file called sys_pswd.cgf located in the user/pswd/
directory. Files in this directory cannot be accessed from a web browser. The format
of the file is described in the section Appendix G: File system / Description of the
files.
Administrator
In Administration mode, the user has full access to the file system. Username/
password combinations are defined in an administration password file called
ad_pswd.cfg and located in the /pswd/ directory. See section Appendix G: File
system / Description of the files for the format of the file.

Telnet server
Through a Telnet client, the file system can be accessed using a command line
interface similar to MS-DOSTM.
Security
The Telnet server also has two security levels: Normal and Administrator. It uses the
same username/password combinations defined for the FTP server.
General commands
The following help menu can be viewed with the help command.
General commands:
help
version
exit

- Help with menus

- Display version information
- Exit station program

Also try help [general|diagnostic|filesystem]

Diagnostic commands
The following help menu can be viewed with the help diagnostic command.
Diagnostic commands:
arps
iface
sockets
routes

display
display
display
display

ARP stats and table

net interface stats
socket list
IP route table

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File system commands

The following help menu can be viewed with the help filesystem command.
Filesystem commands:
dir
md
rd
cd
format
del
ren
move
copy
type
mkfile
append

Lists the content in a directory

Make a directory
Delete a directory
Change current directory
Format the file system
Delete a file
Rename a file or directory
Move a file or directory
Copy a file
Type the content of a file
Make a file
Append a line to a file

For commands with file names, directory names or paths the names can be written
as they are or within characters. For names with spaces must be used.
Note: The format command can only be used in the administration mode. (See
section Security above.)

E-mail client
The e-mail client sends e-mails from the module. To send e-mail, the IP address of
an SMTP server must be set from the Configuration menu of the web pages (see
section The Web User Interface / Network tab). Without a valid SMTP address the
module will not be able to send any e-mail messages.
Sending predefined e-mail on data event
It is possible to send predefined e-mail messages to predefined receivers, triggered
by an event in the memory of the module. The module has a scan time of
0.5 seconds. The event must be present longer than 0.5 seconds to ensure that the
module detects it.
Up to 10 user defined e-mails can be triggered on different events. Each e-mail has
their own configuration file email_(x).cfg (x stands for the number of the email).
The files are placed in the directories \user\email\ for user configurable e-mails and
\email for non-user configurable e-mails. See Appendix D: Using predefined e-mail
for more information. Starting from NETA-01 version 1.5 the email file can be
configured through a graphical user interface.

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SSI functions
SSI functions give the web browser access to edit configuration settings and alter
data in the memory of the module. The functions can also be included in e-mails.
See Appendix E: Server Side Includes for more information.

Modbus TCP
The implementation of the Modbus TCP server is done according to the Modbus
TCP specification 1.0. All commands according to class 0 and class 1 are
implemented and some of the class 2 commands. (See Table 2.)
The Modbus TCP protocol allows the module to be used as an Ethernet bridge to
control the drive(s). The module can handle eight simultaneous connections.
Table 2. Supported commands
Function code

Function name

Class

Affects area

Addressing
method

Read multiple registers

Read/Write

Word

Read input registers

Read/Write

Word

Write single register

Write

Word

16

Force multiple registers

Write

Word

22

Mask write register

Write

Word

23

Read/Write registers

Read/Write

Word

Modbus TCP addressing

The NETA-01 Read and Write areas can be configured to a maximum size of
2048 bytes each. When accessing these areas with Modbus commands, the
addressing is done according to the following tables.
Note: NETA-01 uses 4xxxx holding register area for Modbus TCP communication.
Internal memory address
The internal memory addresses are used as triggering conditions or for accessing
Modbus TCP registers in e-mail. For more information, see Appendix D: Using
predefined e-mail and Appendix E: Server Side Includes.

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OUT: Modbus register Write area (Modbus TCP master to drive):

Modbus
TCP
Address
(DEC)

Internal
Memory
Address
(hex)

Name

Information

Basic Dataset 1 (or 10) (Control Word and references)

41025

0800

Drive 1 Main Control Word

41026

0802

Drive 1 Reference 1

41027

0804

Drive 1 Reference 2

41028

0806

Drive 2 Main Control Word

41029

0808

Drive 2 Reference 1

41030

080A

Drive 2 Reference 2

41031

080C

Drive 3 Main Control Word

Sent to each drive as Dataset 1

(or 10) and responded to by the
drives in Dataset 2 (or 11) (see
the Read area).

41051

0834

Drive 9 Reference 2

Additional datasets
41052

0836

1st dataset Index 1

41053

0838

1st dataset Index 2

41054

083A

1st dataset Index 3

41055

083C

2nd dataset Index 1

41056

083E

2nd dataset Index 2

41057

0840

2nd dataset Index 3

41058

0842

3rd dataset Index 1

Additional datasets defined in the

Configuration applet (Dataset
tab). See also the Read area.

41111

08AC

20th dataset Index 3

Write Parameter Command (Area 1)

Communication

41249

09C0

DRIVE NUMBER

Drive number (range from 0 to 8)

41250

09C2

GROUP WRITE

Parameter group no.

41251

09C4

INDEX WRITE

Parameter index

41252

09C6

DATA

Parameter value

41253

09C8

Message ID

Must be unique

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Modbus
TCP
Address
(DEC)

Internal
Memory
Address
(hex)

Name

Information

Read Parameter Command (Area 1)

41254

09CA

DRIVE NUMBER

Drive number (range from 0 to 8)

41255

09CC

GROUP READ

Parameter group no.

41256

09CE

INDEX READ

Parameter index

41257

09D0

Message ID

Must be unique

Write Parameter Command (Area 2)

41265

09E0

DRIVE NUMBER

Drive number (range from 0 to 8)

41266

09E2

GROUP WRITE

Parameter group no.

41267

09E4

INDEX WRITE

Parameter index

41268

09E6

DATA

Parameter value

41269

09E8

Message ID

Must be unique

Read Parameter Command (Area 2)

41270

09EA

DRIVE NUMBER

Drive number (range from 0 to 8)

41271

09EC

GROUP READ

Parameter group no.

41272

09EE

INDEX READ

Parameter index

41273

09F0

Message ID

Must be unique

System Control Word (NETA-1.3 onwards)

41113

08B0

System Control word

Control word for activating

system operations (see below).

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IN: Modbus register Read area (Drive to Modbus TCP master):

Modbus
TCP
Address
(DEC)

Internal
Memory
Address
(hex)

Name

Information

Basic Dataset 2 (or 11) (Status Word and actual values)

40001

000

Drive 1 Main Status Word

40002

002

Drive 1 Actual value 1

40003

004

Drive 1 Actual value 2

40004

006

Drive 2 Main Status Word

40005

008

Drive 2 Actual value 1

40006

00A

Drive 2 Actual value 2

40007

00C

Drive 3 Main Status Word

This dataset is the response to

Dataset 1 (or 10) (see the Write
area).

40027

0034

Drive 9 Actual value 2

Additional datasets Response

40028

0036

1st dataset Index 1 (Response)

40029

0038

1st dataset Index 2 (Response)

40030

003A

1st dataset Index 3 (Response)

40031

003C

2nd dataset Index 1 (Response)

40032

003E

2nd dataset Index 2 (Response)

40033

0040

2nd dataset Index 3 (Response)

40034

0042

3rd dataset Index 1 (Response)

Response to additional datasets

defined in the Configuration
applet (Dataset tab) (see the
Write area).

40087

00AC

20th dataset Index 3 (Response)

Scanning Parameters Response

40161

0140

Parameter 1 value

40162

0142

Parameter 2 value

40204

0196

Parameter 44 value

40205

0198

Parameter 45 value

Parameters to be scanned (and

scanning rate) are selected using
the Configuration applet.
The selected values are read
cyclically from the drive.

Write Parameter Response (Area 1)

Communication

40225

01C0

WRITE_STATUS

0 = OK; 1 = Error

40226

01C2

Message ID

Given at register 41253

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Modbus
TCP
Address
(DEC)

Internal
Memory
Address
(hex)

Name

Information

Read Parameter Response (Area 1)

40227

01C4

READ_STATUS

0 = OK; 1 = Error

40228

01C6

DATA

Parameter value

40229

01C8

Message ID

Given at register 41257

Write Parameter Response (Area 2)

40241

01E0

WRITE_STATUS

0 = OK; 1 = Error

40242

01E2

Message ID

Given at register 41269

Read Parameter Response (Area 2)

40243

01E4

READ_STATUS

0 = OK; 1 = Error

40244

01E6

DATA

Parameter value

40245

01E8

Message ID

Given at register 41273

System Status Word (NETA-1.3 onwards)

40089

00B0

System Status Word

Status word of the system

operations (see below).

Supported exception codes

Exception
code

Name

Description

01

Illegal function

The module does not support the function code

in the query.

02

Illegal data address

The data address received in the query is

outside the initialized memory area.

03

Illegal data value

The data in the request is illegal.

System control and status words

System control and status words are used to access some of the NETA-01 modules
functions through the Modbus TCP interface (NETA-1.3 onwards). It is possible to
start the writing of data and fault logger files, and to reboot the module.

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System control word description

Bits

Bits 15-8

Description

Reserved

Usage
Default values

Bit 7

Bit 3

Bit 2

Drive selection (1 to 9)

Reboot
module

These bits are used to select the drive.

0 ->1
reboot

N/A

Bit 6

Bit 5

Bit 4

Bit 1

Bit 0

Write
fault log
file

Data logger
number

Write data
log file

0 -> 1
write

0 = DL1
1 = DL2

0 -> 1
write

Bit 2

Bit 1

Bit 0

System status word description

Bits

Bits 15-10

Description Reserved

Bit 9
Periodical
trigger bit

Bit 8
DDCS link
break

Bits 7-4
These bits

Fault log
present the active ready
drive.

1 = when
1 = Link
timer resets brake
0 = timer
running
Default
values

Communication

N/A

Data log
ready

Writing
Writing
fault log file data log
file

0 = Not
0 = Not
0 = IDLE
ready
ready
1 = Writing
1 = Ready 1 = Ready

0 = Link OK
0

Bit 3

0 = IDLE
1 = Writing

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Fault tracing
Overview
This chapter gives diagnostic information for finding out the root causes and
corrections to the most common problems with the NETA-01 module.

Diagnostic LEDs
3

AC
TIVE
24V
IN

LIN
KED

MB/
TCP

STAT

PWR/
DDCS RST

Description

ACTIVE

LED

Off

Not on-line / Not powered

Flashing green

A packet is received or transmitted through the Ethernet

module

Off

Not on-line / Not powered

Steady green

Module connected to Ethernet network

Off

Not on-line / Not powered

Flashing green

The number of established Modbus TCP connections to the

module equals the number of flashes.

Off

Not powered

Steady green

OK

Flashing green

The IP address is not configured by the configuration DIP

switches.

Flashing red 1 Hz

Ethernet configuration failed

Flashing red 2 Hz

Failed to load ethernet configuration from memory.

Flashing red 4 Hz

Internal error (fatal)

STAT

MB/TCP

Mode

LINKED

The LEDs are bicolour (green/red) with white diffused lens.

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PWR/RST

DDCS

LED

Mode

Description

Off

Not powered

Flashing green

DDCS initialisation in progress

Green

DDCS communication established

Flashing red 2Hz

DDCS communication errors

Red

Drive not supported

Off

Module not powered

Green

Module powered

Flashing red

DDCS configuration failed

Red

Hardware failure

Status bars applet

Socket communication:

Indicates the state of the communication between the apples and the
module.

OK:

The DDCS socket communication is ok.

Socket fail:

Unable to create DDCS connection to module.

Illegal data size:

Too much data was send over the connection.

Write error:

The applets failed to write to module.

Timeout error:

The module failed to send response.

Could not read header:

The response from the module was corrupted on the way.

Exception:

There response had errors.

Wrong data size:

The response does not match the query.

Illegal command:

The DDCS command was illegal.

Error in read:

Some undefined error occurred during read operation.

Modbus communication:
(removed from v1.5)

Indicates the state of the Modbus communication between the applets and
the module.

OK:

Modbus communication is ok.

Socket fail:

Unable to create Modbus connection to module.

Write error:

Modbus message exchange did not succeed.

Bad reply:

The Modbus response was wrong.

Read error:

The Modbus read operation failed.

Exception:

The response had errors.

NDBU Status:

The status of the branching unit (visible only when branching unit is
connected).

OK:

The communication is working correctly.

Error:

Cannot communicate with the connected branching unit.

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Installation problem
Verify all the connections on the module:
Power and Ethernet cables are connected as described in chapter Electrical
installation.
Fibre optic cables are connected on the correct fibre optic channel of the drive or
the NDBU-85/95, and the NETA-01 module.
Check that there is a ferrite core on the Ethernet cable.

Drive setup
If NETA-01 is used for controlling the drive and the fieldbus parameter group is not
shown on the drive panel:
Enable the NETA by setting the appropriate drive parameter.
Check that the Connected to Tool channel (ch3) checkbox is not selected
If the drive actual values can be read, but the control commands (start/stop or
reference) do not go through:
Check that the control location parameters of the drive are set to
use the NETA as the source of the required command.
Check that the drive is in REMOTE control.
Check the channel address.

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Appendix A: Technical data

DDCS link
Compatible devices: ABB ACS800, ACS 600, ACX 400, DCS 800, DCS 600,
ACS 6000, ACS 1000, ACS 5000 drives.
Size of the link: 2 stations
Medium: Fibre optic cable
Construction: Plastic core, diameter 1 mm, sheathed with plastic jacket
Attenuation: 0.31 dB/m
Maximum Length between Stations: 10 m
Specifications:
Parameter

Minimum

Maximum

Unit

Storage Temperature

-55

+85

Installation Temperature

-20

+70

50

Short Term Tensile Force

Short Term Bend Radius

25

mm

Long Term Bend Radius

35

mm

Long Term Tensile Load

Flexing

1000

cycles

Topology: Point-to-point
Serial communication type: Asynchronous, half Duplex
Transfer rate: 4 Mbit/s
Protocol: Distributed Drives Communication System (DDCS)
Connectors: Blue receiver; grey transmitter

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Fieldbus link
Compatible devices: Ethernet standard IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u devices
Medium: 10base-TX, 100base-TX
Termination: Internal
Wiring: CAT 5 UTP, CAT 5 FTP* or CAT 5 STP* (*recommended)
Connector: RJ-45
Maximum segment length: 100 m
Topology: bus, star
Serial communication type: half and full Duplex
Transfer rate: 10 / 100 Mbps
Carrier protocol: TCP/IP
Application protocols:
HTTP (Port 80)
FTP (Port 21)
Telnet (Port 23)
Modbus TCP (Port 502)
SMTP
DDCS over Ethernet (Default port 46823)

NETA-01
Enclosure: Plastic, dimensions 93 35 76.5 mm (HWD); degree of protection
IP 20
Mounting: Onto a standard mounting rail
Settings: Through drive parameters and/or DIP switches
Current consumption: 80 mA at 24 V DC 10%
Connectors:
Light transmitter (grey) and receiver (blue) (Hewlett-Packard Versatile Link) for
connection to the drive
RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection
General:
All materials are UL/CSA approved
Complies with EMC Standards EN 50081-2 and EN 50082-2

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Appendix B: Ambient conditions

Ambient conditions, operation
Ambient operating conditions refer to the conditions the option module is subjected
to when installed for stationary use.
Air temperature: 0 to +50C
Relative humidity: 5 to 95%, no condensation allowed. Maximum allowed relative
humidity is 60% in the presence of corrosive gases.
Contamination levels:
Chemical gases: IEC 60721-3-3, Class 3C2
Solid particles: IEC 60721-3-3, Class 3S2
Installation site altitude: 0 to 2000 m. If the installation site is above 2000 m,
contact local ABB representative.
Vibration: Max. 0.3 mm (2 to 9 Hz), max. 1 m/s2 (9 to 200 Hz) sinusoidal
(IEC 60068-2-6)
Shock: Max. 70 m/s2, 22 ms (IEC 60068-2-27)

Ambient conditions, storage

Ambient storage conditions refer to the conditions the option module is subjected to
during storage in the protective package.
Temperature: -40 to +70C.
Relative humidity: Less than 95%, no condensation allowed
Atmospheric pressure: 70 to 106 kPa
Vibration: Max. 1.5 mm (2 to 9 Hz), max. 5 m/s2 (9 to 200 Hz) sinusoidal
(IEC 60068-2-6)
Shock: Max. 100 m/s2, 11 ms (IEC 60068-2-27)

Ambient conditions, transportation

Ambient transportation conditions refer to the conditions the option module is
subjected to during transportation in the protective package.
Temperature: -40 to +70C
Relative humidity: Less than 95%, no condensation allowed.
Atmospheric pressure: 60 to 106 kPa
Vibration: Max. 3.5 mm (2 to 9 Hz), max. 15 m/s2 (9 to 200 Hz) sinusoidal
(IEC 60068-2-6)
Shock: Max. 100 m/s2, 11 ms (IEC 60068-2-27)
Bump: Max. 300 m/s2, 6 ms (IEC 60068-2-29)
Free Fall: 250 mm

Appendix B: Ambient conditions

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Appendix C: PC configuration
PC requirements
The NETA-01 module can be configured and used with a normal PC that has:
An Ethernet network adapter
WindowsTM 98/ME/2000/XP, Linux
A World Wide Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher, or
Netscape 6.2 or higher.
Microsoft VM or Java Virtual Machine installed for the browser in use
Telnet and FTP clients for module configuration (if needed).

Java Virtual Machine

Note: This instruction is for Microsoft Internet Explorer only.
The NETA-01 application uses Java Applets that require Java Virtual Machine (JVM)
to run on a browser. To check if the browser already uses JVM,
Open the browser
Open the Internet Options from the Tools drop down menu
Select Advanced tab and scroll down the list to find headers Java (Sun),
Microsoft VM or both. (See Figure Internet options.)

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Figure 29. Internet options

If Java (Sun) exists, its check box should be selected.
If only Microsoft VM exists all the check boxes should be selected to activate it.
How ever it is recommended to use the Java (Sun) virtual machine.
If the list does not contain either of the virtual machines, Java (Sun) Runtime
Environment should be downloaded and installed.
Downloading and installing Java runtime environment
If the browser does not have Java Virtual Machine, it should be installed. Java
Runtime Environment (JRE) is a package that contains Java Virtual Machine. The
latest version is available at:
http://www.java.com/en/download/index.jsp
There are several older versions available at the Java Sun archive Web site:
http://java.sun.com/products/archive/
You should download and install the latest version. If the latest version does not work
properly, install an older version of the JRE.
If you have installed JRE5.0 and the Java applets of the NETA-01 operate slowly,
add the IP address and name of your module to Windows hosts file. This
procedure bypasses a bug in JRE5.0.
In Windows XP, the file is located in folder
C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\etc

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and in Windows NT or 2000

C:\WINNT\system32\drivers\etc
The hosts file that can be opened e.g. with WordPad usually contains some
comments and the following line:
127.0.0.1

localhost

Add the IP address and a name (any name you want to use) of your module after the
last line of the file. For instance:
127.0.0.1

localhost

10.0.0.7

neta

Save the file and try to connect to NETA-01.

After installation, activate the Java (Sun) Virtual Machine from the browser according
to the instructions above. To connect to the NETA-01 with a browser, just type
http://neta in to the address bar.

Configuring the PC for point-to-point connection

In this case, point-to-point connection means that the PC is directly connected to an
IP device such as the NETA-01. The connection is used to configure the NETA-01
module for the first time. Ethernet settings of the PC need to be changed to enable
the connection.
Connect the NETA-01 and the Ethernet card of the PC with a crossed Ethernet
cable.
Switch on the auxiliary 24 V DC power of the NETA-01 and wait for the PC to
recognize the network connection.

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Select the Local Area Connection menu corresponding to the network adapter of
the PC (or to whatever is used to connect to the NETA-01 module) and click the
Properties button.

Figure 30. Local Area Connection Properties

Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the selection list and click Properties.

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Figure 31. Internet Protocol Properties

Select Use the following IP address: radio button and enter the IP address you
want to use. For instance:
- IP address: 10.0.0.5
- Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
- Gateway address 10.0.0.1
The NETA-01 module and the PC should be in the same subnet, so the NETA-01
could have the following address:
- IP address: 10.0.0.7
- Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
- Gateway address: 10.0.0.1
If the web pages of the module cannot be accessed in point-to-point connection
the proxy server used by the browser must be disabled. Open the Internet
Options menu of the browser and go to the Connections tab. Click the LAN
Settings button and disable the Proxy server.

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Figure 32. Proxy server disabled

Firewall protection
Virus and firewall protection is essential whenever an IP device is connected to
Internet. The NETA-module does not have a built-in firewall and an external solution
is often added or already in use on the network. The module is often accessed
through a corporate firewall and problems occur if the firewall is not configured
correctly for the connection. The Communication ports that the NETA-01 uses might
be blocked by the firewall. The ports and protocols used are:
80 for HTTP
21 for FTP
23 for Telnet
502 for Modbus TCP
46823 for DDCS over Ethernet (alterable).
These ports should be opened in the firewall for the NETA-01 to enable faultless
transmission of data.

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Appendix D: Using predefined e-mail

Note: Starting from NETA-01 v1.5 it is possible to configure the emails through a
graphical user interface. See chapter The Web User Interface.

The format of the e-mail configuration file

[Register]
Area, Offset, Type
[Register match]
Match Value, Mask, Match operand
[To]
Recipients Address
[From]
Sender Address
[Subject]
Subject line
[Headers]
Extra Headers
[Message]
Message body
Parameter

Description

Area

Source area in the memory. Possible values are IN (Modbus Read

area) or OUT (Modbus Write area). See Modbus TCP register table in
the section Modbus TCP addressing in chapter Communication.

Offset

Source offset in the memory, written in decimal or hexadecimal.

Note: The internal memory addresses are listed in the Modbus TCP
register table in section Modbus TCP addressing. See also Example
2 (email_2.cfg):

Type

Source data type. Possible values are byte, word and long. See
drive manual for parameter types.

Match value

Value to compare with the source data written in decimal or

hexadecimal.

Mask

The module performs a logical and on the source data and the Mask
parameter before the value is compared with the Match Value. The
value is written in decimal or hexadecimal.

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Parameter

Description

Match operand

The parameter specifies how the data shall be compared with the
Match Value. Possible values are <, = and >.

Recipients address

Destination e-mail address.

Sender address

Sender e-mail address.

Subject line

E-mail subject (Only one line).

Extra headers

Can be used when sending for example HTML e-mails (Optional).

Message body

The actual e-mail message. The message body may contain text and
SSI functions to print e.g. parameter values. See section Description
of the SSI functions in chapter Appendix E: Server Side Includes.

Note: Hexadecimal values are written in the format 0xN where N is the
hexadecimal value.
The data is read in the memory from the area and offset specified by the parameters
Area and Offset. The data size to read is specified by the Type parameter. The
module performs a logical AND between the read data and the parameter Mask.
The result is compared with the parameter Match Value. The Match Operand
specifies how to compare the data.
Note: If the [Register] or [Register match] information is changed, the
module must be rebooted for changes to take effect. Other changes will take effect
directly without the reboot.
Example 1 (email_1.cfg):
E-mail is sent every time the motor of drive 1 starts. The status word of the drive 1 is
included in the message body with a SSI function.
[Register]
IN, 00000, word

The Main Status Word of Drive 1 is read from the IN area, at

internal memory address 00000.

[Register match]
01737, 0FFFF, =

The module performs a logical AND operation between the

contents of register 00000 and the value 0FFFF. This means
that every bit of the register value is used in the comparison.

[To]
support@abb.com

If the value in the register 00000 is 01737, the e-mail

message is sent.

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[From]
NETA@abb.com
[Subject]
Drive 1
[Message]
Motor started
Status word:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=printf( %X,InReadUWord( 0 ))-->
Example 2 (email_2.cfg):
E-mail is sent every time the motor exceeds the defined speed limit.
[Register]
IN, 00002, word

The Actual value 1 of drive 1 is read from the internal memory

address 00002.

[Register match]
00100, 0FFFF

If the value in address 00002 is larger than 256 rpm (00100

in hex), the e-mail is sent.

[To]
support@abb.com
[From]
NETA@abb.com
[Subject]
Drive 1 Alarm
[Message]
Motor speed exceeded alarm limit: 256 rpm.

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Appendix E: Server Side Includes

Server Side Includes (SSI) functions can be used to include dynamic information on
e-mail messages.
The following functions are supported:
DisplayIP
DisplaySubnet
DisplayGateway
DisplayDhcpState
DisplayHostName
DisplayDomainName
DisplaysSMTPServer
IncludeFile
Printf

Description of the SSI functions

SSI functions are simple to use. The function strings attached to e-mail are replaced
by the response to the function call. The syntax and response of the functions are
described briefly in the following text.

DisplayIP
Returns the IP address of the module.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=DisplayIP-->

DisplaySubnet
Returns the subnet mask of the module.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=DisplaySubnet-->

DisplayGateway
Returns the gateway address of the module.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=DisplayGateway-->

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DisplayDHCPState
This function returns whether DHCP/BootP is enabled or disabled.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=DisplayDhcpState( "ON", "OFF")-->

DisplayHostName
This function returns the host name.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=DisplayHostName-->

DisplayDomainName
This function returns the domain name.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=DisplayDomainName-->

DisplayEmailServer
This function returns the IP address of the email server.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd:argument=DisplayEmailServer-->

IncludeFile
This function includes the contents of a file in an e-mail message.
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=IncludeFile( "File name" )-->

Printf
This function includes text and values from the modules internal data addresses
presented in the Modbus TCP addressing table. The function can be used to include
parameter information in the email. The formatting of the strings resemble the
standard C function printf().
Syntax:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=printf("Some text", Arg1, Arg2,)-->

"Some text" consists of characters and conversion specifications. Each

argument (Arg1, Arg2,, ArgN) require a conversion specification that
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prints and modifies the argument value. Conversation specifications start with the
% character and end in one of the conversion characters listed below.
End conversion characters
End character

Argument type, Converted to

d, I

byte, short; decimal notation. (For signed representation, use signed argument.)

byte, short; octal notation (without a leading zero).

x, X

byte, short; hexadecimal notation (without a leading 0x or 0X), using abcdef for
0x or ABCDEF for 0X.

byte, short; decimal notation.

byte, short; single character, after conversion to unsigned char.

char; characters from the string are printed until a \0 is reached or until the
number of characters indicated by the precision have been printed.

float; decimal notation of the form [-]mmm.ddd, where the number of ds is

specified by the precision. The default precision is 6; a precision of 0 suppresses
the decimal point.

e, E

float; decimal notation of the form [-]m.dddddd e+-xx or[-]m.ddddddE+-xx, where

the number of ds specified by the precision. The default precision is 6; a
precision of 0 suppresses the decimal point.

g, G

float; %e or %E is used if the exponent is less than -4 or greater than or equal to

the precision; otherwise %f is used. Trailing zeros and trailing decimal point are
not printed.

no argument is converted

Other conversion characters

Other conversion characters may be used in between the start character and end
conversion characters. If characters are used they have to be in the following order:
Other character
Flags: (in any
order)

Description
-

Specifies left adjustment of the converted argument in its field.

Specifies that the number will always be printed with a sign.

(space)

If the first character is not a sign, a space will be prefixed.

For numeric conversions, specifies padding to the field with leading

zeroes.

Specifies an alternate output form. For o, the first digit will be zero.
For x or X, 0x or 0X will be prefixed to a non-zero result. For e, E, f, g
and G, the output will always have a decimal point; for g and G,
trailing zeroes will not be removed.

Number

A number specifying a minimum field width. The converted argument will be

printed in a field at least this wide, and wider if necessary.

(period)

A period, which separates the field width from the precision.

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Other character

Description

Number

A number defines the precision, that specifies the maximum number of

characters to be printed from a string, or the number of digits to be printed after
the decimal point for e, E, or F conversions, or the number of significant digits for
g or G conversion, or the minimum number of digits to be printed for an integer.

Length modifier

A length modifier h, I (letter ell), or L. h indicates that the corresponding

argument is to be printed as a short or unsigned short; I indicates that the
argument is along or unsigned long.

Possible arguments
Arguments are used to read data from internal data addresses. The correct
argument should be selected according to the target parameter type and memory
area. The parameter types are presented in the drive manual and the IN, OUT
memory areas in section Modbus TCP addressing in chapter Communication.
Argument

Description

InReadSByte(offset)

Reads a signed byte from position offset in the IN area.

InReadUByte(offset)

Reads an unsigned byte from position offset in the IN area.

InReadSWord(offset)

Reads a signed word (short) from position offset in the IN area.

InReadUWord(offset)

Reads an unsigned word (short) from position offset in the IN area.

InReadSLong(offset)

Reads a signed longword (long) from position offset in the IN area.

InReadULong(offset)

Reads an unsigned longword (long) from position offset in the IN area.

InReadString(offset)

Reads a string (char*) from position offset in the IN area.

OutReadSByte(offset)

Reads a signed byte from position offset in the OUT area.

OutReadUByte(offset)

Reads an unsigned byte from position offset in the OUT area.

OutReadSWord(offset)

Reads a signed word (short) from position offset in the OUT area.

OutReadUWord(offset)

Reads an unsigned word (short) from position offset in the OUT area.

OutReadSLong(offset)

Reads a signed longword (long) from position offset in the OUT area.

OutReadULong(offset)

Reads an unsigned longword (long) from position offset in the OUT area.

OutReadString(offset)

Reads a NULL terminated string (char*) from position offset in the OUT
area.

Example:
The current signal of the drive is mapped to Scanning parameters list as
parameter 1. Internal data address for the parameter 1 is 0x140. The current signal
is a positive integer and format for printf could be the following:
<?--#exec cmd_argument=printf("Current %d", InReadUWord(0x140))-->
The function returns:

Current <value>

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Appendix F: Taking a backup

Overview
NETA-01 Ethernet adapter can be used in a number of different applications. The
out-of-box configuration does not always work as such and the adapter must be
configured for the application. The configuration is saved to the file system of the
adapter and not to the drive. To ease the maintainability of NETA-01 adapter and the
drive, it is recommended to take a backup of the adapters file system during the
start-up. This backup can be restored to a new adapter if the original must be
replaced.
This appendix describes how to take a backup copy of the FTP folder contents. If
needed, it can be restored by copying the contents of the whole FTP folder back into
the adapter.
Note: NETA-01 v1.5 has a graphical user interface for taking backup and restoring
the configuration. It is recommended to use this interface for backups in NETA-01
v1.5. For instructions on taking backups WITH the graphical user interface, see
section Backup and restore module configuration in chapter The Web User Interface
on page 42.

Note: This appendix describes taking backups with NETA-01 versions older than
v1.5 OR taking backups with NETA-01 v.1.5 WITHOUT using the graphical user
interface.

Note: Backups are mutually compatible only between adapters that have the same
software version. E.g. backup from NETA-01 version 1.2 is not compatible with
version 1.3 or the other way around.

Note: Backup files taken with the graphical user interface are NOT compatible with
backups described in this Appendix F: Taking a backup. If you have taken a backup
with the graphical user interface, restore the configuration also with the graphical
interface. For instructions, see section Backup and restore module configuration in
chapter The Web User Interface on page 42.

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Taking the backup

1. Follow the chapter Quick start-up guide to configure the system.
2. When the configuration is done, save all the system files (except folder log)
through the browser or FTP (File Transfer Protocol) software. Example (Internet
Explorer):
a. Make sure that the Enable folder view for FTP sites checkbox is selected in
the browser settings.

b. Type ftp://ipaddress in the browsers address field and use administrator

username and password to login.
c. Select all the files and folders (except folder log) and copy them to your PCs
hard disk.
3. Write down the NETA-01 adapter software version (printed on a sticker on the
housing of the adapter).

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Restoring the backup

If you have taken the backup according to the instructions in section Taking the
backup on page 90, restore the backup, following these steps.
Note: Backup files taken with the graphical user interface of NETA-01 v1.5 are NOT
compatible with backups described in this Appendix F: Taking a backup. If you have
taken a backup with the graphical user interface, restore the configuration also with
the graphical interface. For instructions, see section Backup and restore module
configuration in chapter The Web User Interface on page 42
1. Follow the chapter Quick start-up guide to connect to the new adapter.
2. If a suitable backup exists
a. Use Telnet to format the file system of the new adapter. Type
telnet <ipaddress> in the DOS prompt to open the connection.
b. Login with administrator username admin and password admin.
c. Check that the previously copied FTP folder with all its files and folders is on
the hard disk of your PC.
d. Type format and wait until the format operation is complete.
e. Type exit to close Telnet.
f. Power-cycle the adapter and set the IP address as instructed in the manual.
g. Copy the backup files from your PCs hard disk to the adapter with FTP
software or the browser (see above).
h. Power-cycle the adapter again and check the configuration through the web
pages.
3. If a suitable backup is not available, use the web pages of the adapter for
application-specific configuration.

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Appendix G: File system

Overview
The file system is a fixed-size storage area with a hierarchical directory structure. It
is located on a flash memory of the module. Any data, user or application can be
stored in files within the file system. Files can be grouped in directories for
readability.
The file system features two security levels. Depending on the security level,
different users can have access to different files and directories. The application
however, always has unrestricted access to the file system.
The file system is accessible via FTP, Telnet and HTTP.

Case sensitivity
The file system is case sensitive. This means that the file abb.txt is not identical to
the file ABB.TXT.

File name / path name length

File names can be maximum 48 characters long. Path names can be 256 characters
in total (filename included).

File size
The file size is not restricted. However, a file can not be larger than the available free
space.

Free space
There is approximately 1 mega bytes of free space available for user files.

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Structure of the file system

Figure 33. Structure of the file system, location of the system files and areas that can
be accessed in Administration mode and Normal mode.
Note: Also a web browser can be used to upload and download files. To enable the
feature from Internet Explorer, select:
Tools -> Internet Options -> Advanced -> Enable folder view for FTP sites checkbox.
Type ftp://<address> into the address field and use system username and password
to log in.

Description of the files

The module uses these files for configuration purposes. The system files are ASCII
files and can be edited with any text editor. Depending on the security settings, the
files may be inaccessible for normal users.
Note: These files are not to be used to store any user or application data.

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Configuration files
ethcfg.cfg
This file contains the network configuration and it is read by the module at start up.
For more information about network configuration see section Network configuration
in chapter Communication.
Note: The module needs to be rebooted for changes in this file to take effect.

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The format of the file is the following (an example):

[IP address]

Module IP address

10.58.18.11
[Subnet mask]

Module subnet mask

255.255.255.128
[Gateway address]

Module gateway address

10.58.18.1
[DHCP/BOOTP]

ON - Enabled OFF - Disabled

OFF
[Speed]

Auto - Default. Auto negotiation will be used.

Auto

100 - Forces the module to operate only at 100 Mbit

10 - Forces the module to operate only at 10 Mbit

[Duplex]

Auto - Default. Auto negotiation will be used.

Auto

Full - Forces the module to operate only at full duplex

Half - Forces the module to operate only at half
duplex

[SMTP address]
0.0.0.0

SMTP address must be configured in order to be able

to send e-mails.

[SMTP username]

SMTP server username

[SMTP password]

SMTP server password

[DNS1 address]
0.0.0.0

Address to primary Domain Name Server that

translates Internet domain names such as
www.abb.com into IP numbers. (Optional)

[DNS2 address]

Secondary DNS server. (Optional)

0.0.0.0
[Domain name]
abb.com
[Host name]

Is the default domain name for the module

e.g.abb.com. (Optional)
Is the name of the module e.g. neta. (Optional)

neta01
The contents of this file can be redirected by placing the line
[File path] on the first row, and a file path on the second.
Example:
[File path]
\user\eth_settings.cfg
In this example, the settings described above will be loaded from the file
user\eth_settings.cfg. This permits normal users to access the network
configuration settings.

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drv_comp.cfg
(NETA-1.3 onwards)
The NETA-01 supports multiple drive applications and drive types. However due to
differences in application interfaces, some of the NETA-01 features do not work with
every application. These features can be deactivated by modifying the
drv_comp.cfg file (located in the /applets folder). Deactivating unsupported feature
simply means that the menu button to Parameters, Fault Logger, Data Logger,
Datasets, Motor Control applet or the Status lamp is disabled.
The drv_comp.cfg file has a list of application software names and for each a
simple binary code stating the supported module features. It is possible to modify the
binary code of existing applications and add new application names in the list. If
NETA-01 does not recognize the drive it uses the line XXXXX : 111100 in the file to
activate and deactivate features. The application name in the file is composed of the
first five characters of the application software version (e.g. ACS800 Standard
parameter 33.02 = ASAR7200 and the value in file is ASXX7).
Description of the binary code:
Bit

Bits 5

Bit 4

Bit 3

Bit 2

Feature

Parameters

Fault logger

Data logger

Status lamp

Bit 1

Bit 0

Dataset Motor Control

A feature is activated if the corresponding bit is set (1) and deactivated if it is reset to
zero (0).
The format of the file is following:
ABXX5

:111100

ACXX5

:111000

ADXX5

:111100

AEXX5

:111111

AFXX5

:111100

AGXX5

:111100

AHXX5

:111110

AJXX5

:111100

ALXX5

:111100

AMXX5

:111111

ANXX5

:111100

AOXX5

:111100

APXX5

:111111

AQXX5

:111100

ARXX5

:111100

ASXX5

:111111

ASXX7

:111111
...

XXXXX

:111100

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Note: The format of the file should not be changed in any way (e.g. no extra white
spaces or line breaks) to guarantee successful operation.
ip_accs.cfg
It is possible to configure which IP addresses and protocols are allowed to connect
to the module. This information is stored in the file \ip_accs.cfg. The file contains
one or several of the headers below.
[Web]
[FTP]
[Telnet]
[Modbus TCP]
[All]
The allowed IP addresses are written under each header. The wildcard *can be
used to allow IP address ranges. If a protocol header is not given, the system will
use the configuration set under the header All. If the All header is not given, the
protocol will not accept any connections.
Example:
[Web]
10.10.12.*
10.10.13.*
[FTP]
10.10.12.*
[Telnet]
10.10.12.*
[All]
*.*.*.*
The example file above allows all IP addresses beginning with 10.10.12 to access all
protocols in the module. IP addresses beginning with 10.10.13 cannot access the
FTP and Telnet servers. The Modbus TCP server accepts connections from every IP
address. The contents of this file can be redirected by placing the line [File path] on
the first row, and a file path on the second.
Example:
[File path]
\my_settings\ip_access_rights.cfg
In this example, the settings described above will be loaded from the file
\my_settings\ip_access_rights.cfg. (Default settings: file located in root directory, all
connections allowed.)
Note: For data security reasons, it is highly recommended to limit access to the
module to authorised IP addresses only.

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Note: The module has to be restarted in order for any changes in this file to take
effect.
Password files
ad_pswd.cfg & sys_pswd.cfg
These files contain the administrator and the system user usernames and
passwords for FTP and Telnet access. The ad_pswd.cfg file is used for
administration mode and the file sys_pswd.cfg for the system user mode. The files
are located in the directories \pswd and \user\pswd respectively.
These directories are protected from web browser access.
Example:
User:Password
User2:Password2
In this example, the first username is User, and the corresponding password is
Password.
If no : is present, the password will be equal to the username.
Example:
Username
In this example, both username and password will be Username.
Note: The default settings for ad_pswd.cfg and sys_pswd.cfg are admin:admin
and user:user respectively. It is highly recommended that these passwords are
changed after first use.
web_accs.cfg
Files within the file system can be protected from web access through user
authentication. To protect the filesystem, place a file called web_accs.cfg in the
same directory as the files to protect. All files within that directory and its
subdirectories will be protected. Multiple password files may be present in the
system, giving different users access to different files and directories.
Example:
User:Password
[Auth Name]
(Message goes here)
The optional parameter Auth Name will be presented in the login dialog box. If it is
not given, the requested file/pathname will be presented instead.
The contents of this file can be redirected by placing the line [File path] on the first
row, followed by a list of password files.

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Example with NETA-01 versions 1.0-1.2 (with default settings):

[File path]
\user\pswd\admin_login.psw
\user\pswd\priv_login.psw
\user\pswd\normal_login.psw
[Auth Name]
(ABB Webmodule v1.2)
In this example, the accepted user/passwords will be loaded from the files
\user\pswd\admin_login.psw, \user\pswd\priv_login.psw and
\user\pswd\normal_login.psw.
Example with NETA-01 version 1.3 onwards:
[File path]
\pswd\web_login.psw
[Auth Name]
(ABB Webmodule v1.3)
In this example, the accepted user/passwords will be loaded from the file
\pswd\web_login.psw.
If any errors in the format of these files is detected the user name/password
protection will be ignored.
normal_login.psw, priv_login.psw & admin_login.psw
Note: Only in NETA-01 versions 1.0, 1.1 and 1.2.
The web pages have three different access levels.
The normal user has only access to view.
The privilege user has access to view and change parameters and datasets (if
enabled).
The administrator user has access to view and change parameters and datasets
(if enabled) and has access to the configuration applets.
Place the files to the \user\pswd directory to define users at different levels.
Example:
User:Password
[Auth Name]
(Message goes here)
The optional parameter Auth Name will be presented in the login window.
The contents of this file can be redirected by placing the line [File path] on the first
row, followed by a list of password files.

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Note: The default settings for normal_login.psw, priv_login.psw and

admin_login.psw are normal:normal, priv:priv and admin:admin
respectively. It is highly recommended that these passwords are changed after first
use.
web_login.psw and access.cfg
Note: Supported from NETA-01 version 1.3 onwards.
The web pages have three different access levels as described above.
web_login.psw file is used to define the usernames and passwords. access.cfg file
is used to grant access to configuration menu, parameters and control features. The
files are placed to the \pswd directory.
Example of the web_login.psw:
Username:Password
admin:admin
Note: The default settings for web_login.psw is admin:admin, priv:priv and
normal:normal. It is highly recommended that these passwords are changed after
first use.
Example of the access.cfg:
Username:000
admin:111
Note: The default settings for the access.cfg is admin:111, priv:011 and
normal:000.
Description of the bits:
100: The first bit activates the configuration menu
010: The second bit gives parameter write access
001: The third bit enables dataset and motor control access
000: Only monitoring is possible
The contents of these files can be redirected by placing the line [File path] on the
first row, followed by a list of files where the usernames, passwords and access
rights are defined.
Other
telwel.cfg
The Telnet welcome message can be changed by editing this file. It contains the new
welcome message in ASCII format.

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The contents of this file can be redirected by placing the line [File path] on the first
row, and a file path on the second.
Example:
[File path]
\my_settings\telnet_welcome_message.txt
In this example, the welcome message will be loaded from the file
\my_settings\telnet_welcome_message.txt.
The default setting is ABB Drive Web Controller without redirection.
data.log
(NETA-1.3 onwards)
The Data logger contents of each drive can be saved to a file one at a time. A file
called data.log is created in a folder called /log when the contents of the data
logger are saved through the applets or the System Control word. The file can be
saved to the PC and imported to e.g. Microsoft Excel. Analyzing the content is
possible by using the basic Excel operations.
Note: Before saving the contents of another data logger the file should be saved to
the PC. The same file is used for every data logger in the system.
fault.log
(NETA-1.3 onwards)
fault.log file is created to folder /log when the content of the drives fault logger is
saved. The file format corresponds to the format of the fault log applet.
Note: Before saving the contents of another fault logger the file should be saved to
the PC. The same file is used for every fault logger in the system.
E-mail files (email_1.cfg, email_2.cfgemail_10.cfg)
These files contain predefined e-mail messages and information on how and when
to send them. It is possible to have a maximum of 10 user defined e-mail files. The
files must be named email_1.cfgemail_10.cfg, and placed in the folders \email
and \user\email respectively.
For a specification of the file format, see Appendix D: Using predefined e-mail.
If the SMTP server is not configured the e-mail will not be sent. See section
Configuration files / ethcfg.cfg.
Note: There will be no indication to the user whether the system fails to send the
email.

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