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UPDATE #12

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In this issue:

• First-ever safety I/O node with EtherNet/IP capability introduced
• Combining technology with knowledge
• Access support 24/7
• CompactLogix L45 controller for expanded capabilities
• Expanded monitoring and data sharing capabilities
• Motion control gets a new stage
• More than 30 enhancements
• Power up with the PowerFlex 700H
• Alarm configuration comes under control
• SensaGuard RFID Coded interlock switch family expands
• MSR300 gets off-delay outputs and DeviceNet connectivity
• Solid state relays for solid results
• New contactor goes easy on the current
• A new dimension in motor control
• Adding power to a fundamental philosophy
• Don't let power cuts end in tears
• Optical parts verification array
• Easy vision sensor tackles production errors
• Solid-state switches help the flow
• Read all about it…
• Demonstration van tour evolves with intelligent motor control solutions

Rockwell Automation and Cisco Make the Switch

In 2008, Rockwell Automation will introduce a full portfolio of industrial Ethernet switches and media, featuring a Rockwell Automation and Cisco co-branded line of managed switches. This builds upon an initial collaboration between the two companies for converging IT and manufacturing networks. These benefits will be further detailed in an educational webcast seminar aimed at IT and manufacturing business leaders and decision makers.

Rockwell Automation and Cisco have built joint Reference Architectures

REFERENCE ARCHITECTURES show that integrating manufacturing and IT, for seamless enterprise-wide connectivity, will help manufacturers meet today's global business demands. This is why Rockwell Automation and Cisco have built joint Reference Architectures, that focus on market education best practices, enabling global manufacturers to leverage EtherNet/IP standard networking technologies.

Reference Architectures are a series of documents including tested detailed design and implementation guidance and best practices for a converged network architecture. They bring together relevant applications, technologies, and principles allowing manufacturing and IT organisations to eliminate guesswork and decrease implementation costs. They also provide security, flexibility and visibility of information to the manufacturing enterprise.

Modular managed switches
Modular managed switches are a line of jointly collaborated on co-branded industrial managed switches and are the first of its kind. It includes features optimised for both IT and manufacturing environments, combining the best of Cisco and Rockwell Automation in an industrial product line.

The switch line uses the current Cisco Catalyst® operating system, feature set and user interface, making IT professionals feel at home. At the same time, it provides easier set-up and comprehensive diagnostic information from within the Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture.

Users have the benefits of CIP tags and configuration screens in RSLogix 5000, as well as diagnostic faceplates for FactoryTalk View, which is the preferred way for controls and automation professionals to integrate networked devices. Modular and industrially rated, the product line scales from 6 to 26 ports with options for copper and fibre to meet a variety of applications.

Rockwell Automation has complemented the co-branded products, services and solutions with a suite of fixed managed and unmanaged switches and media. Ideal when enterprise network integration is less critical and where Cisco integrated technology is unnecessary.

For more information, please e-mail us at: info_update@ra.rockwell.com ref: 'Cisco'.