Because networks and hardware can fail or perform inconsistently, thus reducing the performance of or preventing communications to your devices and critical data.
Without the OPC Server Manager, in order to get around this reality of the shop floor, you would have to script the same functions that the OPC Server Manager provides in your HMI or Client Software and even then some of the functionality might not be available.
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The OPC Server Manager monitors the OPC Server it's connected to for communication errors and makes runtime configuration changes to address the errors while logging the information and notifying you of device status by email, pager, or cellphone.
Key Situations Where the OPC Server Manager Delivers Major Results and Cost Savings - Use the Links Below to Learn More About How the OPC Server Manager Works:
- Multiple Devices using a Single Serial or Modem Channel
Reduce the effect of device time-outs and automatically disable off-line devices.
- Redundant PLCs
Automatically Switch from one PLC to another based on Communications failure.
- Redundant Network Cards
Automatically Switch from one Network Interface Card (NIC) to another on the same or different LAN.
- Log and Notification of Device Communications Errors
Automate Logging and Notification via E-mail of Device Communications Errors
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