Introduction

The DeltaV™ Network “Smart” switches are the next generation

in the use of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components

in control systems. Called “purpose-built” commercial

components, these switches combine the lower cost of off-the

shelf components with DeltaV specific software and features

to make them more integrated and plug-and-play in the

DeltaV Area Control Network (ACN) and other DeltaV networks

external to the ACN.

DeltaV Smart Switches require no configuration to function in

the DeltaV networks. Accessing the advanced features takes

only minor configuration that is easy to perform using the

DeltaV Network Device Command Center and secured so you

can’t incorrectly configure any switching functions that impact

the performance of the DeltaV system.