The driver implements Ethernet S7comm (S7 Communication) - Siemens proprietary protocol that runs between programmable logic controllers (PLCs). It is used for PLC programming, exchanging data between PLCs, accessing PLC data from SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems and diagnostic purposes.
The protocol is also used on top of other physical/network layers, like RS-485 with MPI (Multi-Point-Interface) or Profibus. However, Ethernet has several advantages against Profibus/Mpi:
Niagara-powered device with software N4.1 or later, including JACE, Supervisor or their OEM versions
Jace: 250 points / 1000 points / unlimited points | Supervisor: 500 points + any number of extra 500 points
Functions | CPUs | ||||||
300 | 400 | WinAC | 1200 | 1500 | LOGO | S7200 | |
DB Read/Write | X | X | X | X1 | X1 | X2 | X2 |
EB Read/Write | X | X | X | X | X | X2 | X2 |
AB Read/Write | X | X | X | X | X | X2 | X2 |
MK Read/Write | X | X | X | X | X | X2 | X2 |
TM Read/Write | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
CT Read/Write | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Get/Set PLC Date and Time 3 | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Get PLC statuses | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Read SZL 3 | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Get AG Block Info 3 | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
DB Get 3 | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Control Run/Stop | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Security Function 3 | X | X | X | - | - | - | - |
Versions | Price |
---|---|
Siemens Simatic S7 Driver-JACE-250 | $2,294.00 |
Siemens Simatic S7 Driver-JACE-1000 | $3,882.00 |
Siemens Simatic S7 Driver-JACE-Unlimited | $5,269.00 |
Siemens Simatic S7 Driver-Supervisor-+ extra 500 | $1,080.00 |
Siemens Simatic S7 Driver-Supervisor-500 | $3,644.00 |
Question: Do you provide a free trial version?
Answer: Yes, please message us or send an email to support@baudrate.io. Make sure to include your Niagara Host ID so we can generate a trial license for you promptly.
Question: Is there a maintenance or annual fee?
Answer: No, it is a perpetual license
Question: Do you provide technical support?
Answer: Yes, we provide free technical support via email support@baudrate.io. If necessary, we can arrange a call or remote connection to your Niagara instance.
Please email us to support@baudrate.io if you have any questions.
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