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| Siemens introduces new family of security modules Siemens introduced a new technology to protect the plant floor from data manipulation, espionage, unauthorized access, and automated intrusions. The Scalance S family of industrial Ethernet security modules offers the functionality and protection of a firewall and virtual private network, allowing only real-time, authenticated communication between authorized devices within the automation network. A software security client is also offered to setup IPsec based VPN connection from a desktop or laptop. Available for new and existing industrial networks, three models of Scalance S security modules offer varying levels of functionality to meet any automation cell security need. Easy to install, the modules isolate the automation network from the rest of the enterprise. Additionally, the settings may be saved on the C-PLUG reducing maintenance cost. The advanced Scalance S613 security module protects up to 64 devices and offers 127 VPN tunnels simultaneously. Designed to survive the harsh environments of the factory floor, this module offers an extended temperature range from -4ºF to 158ºF. The standard Scalance S612 security module protects up to 32 devices in the internal network and offers up to 64 VPN tunnels simultaneously. The basic Scalance S602 security module provides firewall protection that may be used as alternative VPN tunnels with flexible access control. In addition to bridge mode, the module may also be operated in router mode to connect separate IP subnets. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Construction News :: home page |