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connected devices based on their GSD file information. In the case of PROFIBUS, GSD files are keyword-based text files, while GSD files for PROFINET are also known as GSDML files (General Station Description [...] systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary GSD File / General Station Description File Introduction Aspects of GSD files Advantages Innovative solutions for industrial communication Our products [...] responsible for defining and maintaining the GSD file specification. The company provides GSD files as part of their product offerings and services to support seamless communication and interoperability
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] safe transmission of data. GSD Files PROFIsafe devices require the same communication setup with safety controllers as standard PROFINET/PROFIBUS devices. PROFIsafe GSD files must be secured to protect [...] functions like emergency stops and machine guarding in industrial automation. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary PROFIsafe Introduction Technical Features IEC 61508 (Basic safety standard for functional
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] to ensure reliable, real-time communication, supporting efficiency, safety, and scalability in automated systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Network Analysis Introduction Types of network [...] industrial networks netANALYZER delivers reliable support for the service specialist Leadec in troubleshooting industrial Ethernet networks. More Support for your projects Are you looking for an integration
across industrial automation systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary GSDML / GSD Markup Language Introduction to GSDML Fundamentals of GSDML Leveraging XML for clear and versatile device descriptions [...] like the classic keyword-based GSD file for PROFIBUS devices, a GSDML file can also be regarded as a General Station Description (GSD). The difference, however, is that GSDML is structured in XML notation [...] within the GSDML file. In addition to their descriptive capacity, GSDML files also support multilingual content, allowing them to house information in various languages within a single file. This capability
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] telecommunications, offering high performance and precise resource management. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary QNX Introduction Technical Features and Advantages of QNX Applications Hilscher & QNX Related [...] and Telecoms Support The networking stack of QNX is pre-integrated and fully, reducing development time and accelerating product deployment. It supports a broad range of natively supported networking protocols
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] , hardware, and processing times in industrial communication systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Latency What is Latency? Influencing Factors in Industrial Communication Networks Hilscher's [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] devices, simplifying network development, scalability, and troubleshooting. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Protocol Stack General description Structure of protocol stacks Important protocols for [...] interactions. The stack operates hierarchically, with each layer relying on the services of the one below it while providing services to the one above it. This modular design simplifies development, troubleshooting
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] commonly used in networking, radio, television, and digital platforms. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Broadcast Definition Characteristics Comparison with other methods Broadcast in industrial [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] and seamless integration of automation components, supporting Industry 4.0 with deterministic data exchange. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary VARAN Introduction Technical Features and Advantages [...] the appropriate firmware , protocol stacks, development boards, and extensive product support and development services. This comprehensive approach ensures long-term availability and continuous expansion
ESI files. Manually editing the ESI file may be necessary when the MainDevice does not provide SDO initialization sequence support. Types of ESI files The EtherCAT SubDevice Information (ESI) files used [...] Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] XML file used in EtherCAT networks to describe device features and configuration, enabling seamless integration and communication in industrial automation systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] devices like sensors and motors in automated manufacturing environments. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary DeviceNet Introduction to DeviceNet The Architecture and Messaging Framework of DeviceNet [...] Data Sheet (EDS) files are simple text files containing information about devices that assist in commissioning them onto the network. These files describe component characteristics so that components
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] approach supporting multiple industrial protocols on a single device or system, enabling interoperability and flexibility across diverse automation networks and legacy systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support [...] the appropriate firmware , protocol stacks, development boards, and extensive product support and development services. This comprehensive approach ensures long-term availability and continuous expansion
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] detection, packet routing, and traffic management for optimal performance. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Communication Controller Introduction Technical Features of Industrial Communication Controller [...] timely responses and synchronization critical for automated processes. Multiprotocol Support They typically support various industrial Ethernet and fieldbus protocols, such as PROFINET , Ethernet/IP ,
hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet What is an EDS file? Technical features and contents EDS files for Hilscher’s communication solutions Related Links What is an EDS file [...] Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] interoperability between different systems and components. EDS files are mainly used in CANopen , DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP networks. EDS files support the device configuration, programming and commissioning
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] performance, detect issues, and enhance cybersecurity in automation systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Sniffing Tool Introduction Technical features of sniffing tools Advantages Hilscher’s tools [...] different types of traffic, the ability to follow TCP streams and reconstruct files sent over the network, and offline analysis of pcap file. It provides intuitive graphical visualization of industrial network
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] offered by various vendors in the market, support netX. Hilscher also supports its customers with an additional support contingent or further development services - e.g. the development of a hardware design [...] enabling efficient prototyping and real-world performance evaluation. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Evaluation Boards Introduction to Evaluation Boards Tasks of Evaluation Boards Evaluation
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] industries, facilitating international trade and technological advancement. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) The ISO: mission and objectives The [...] decisive role across all branches of industry. The work of the ISO supports the comparability and interoperability of processes, systems and services and thus forms an important pillar in the development and operation
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] collaborates to support development goals by providing expertise, funding, or technical assistance for successful project planning and implementation. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Development [...] analysis In addition, Hilscher also offers its customers its own development services and support, including: Project development support Pre-certification Workshops for specific protocol technologies Circuit
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] industrial automation, automotive systems, and audio/video transmission. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) Introduction Key Features of TSN Differences between TSN [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] and reliability for automation systems and time-critical applications. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Industrial Ethernet Introduction of Industrial Ethernet Technical Functionalities Applications [...] diagnostic devices support the smooth operation of fieldbus networks. Next to conventional Industrial Ethernet systems, Hilscher's components for industrial communication networks also support the most common
s to expand your knowledge and better understand complex topics. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Glossary Insights into the language of automation Here, you will find a comprehensive collection [...] the environment through automatic, reliable protection functions. More GSD File / General Station Description File A standardized file used in PROFIBUS and PROFINET networks to define device capabilities [...] devices like sensors and motors in automated manufacturing environments. More EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet A standardized file format describing automation device capabilities and configurations, ensuring
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] Key features include memory protection, support for multi-core processing and various file systems such as DOS, Network File System and High-Reliability File System. The benefits of VxWorks include high [...] PCs into automated environments using Ethernet and fieldbus protocols. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Device Drivers for PC Cards Introduction The different tasks of device drivers for PC cards
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] and managing data flow in industrial automation and control systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Handshake Mechanism Introduction to Handshake Mechanism Advantages of Handshake in Industrial [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] efficient and reliable data exchange between devices in automation systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary CANopen Introduction to CANopen Essential Principles of CANopen Communication Elements [...] data per CAN frame, streamlining information exchange without protocol overhead. Service Data Objects (SDOs) Service Data Objects (SDOs) are vital for configuring and managing devices in CANopen networks
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] , reducing downtime, and minimizing the need for on-site maintenance. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Remote Management Introduction Influence of the IIoT and Industry 4.0 Advantages of remote [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] communication protocols, ensuring interoperability in automation systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary FDT / DTM (Field Device Tool, Device Type Manager) Introduction Field Device Tool (FDT) [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] structured, efficient, and parallel data processing in industrial networks. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Master-Slave Model What is the Master-Slave model? Importance and advantages for industrial [...] this model, servers provide services that are used by clients. The general mode of operation is as follows: The client initiates communication by requesting data or services from the server via a network
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] enabling seamless and efficient network connectivity without manual setup. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary DHCP / Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol What is DHCP and what is it used for? DHCP in [...] y DHCP supports these requirements through redundant server configurations. These configurations provide failover mechanisms and redundant hardware setups, ensuring uninterrupted DHCP services and minimizing
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] improving system efficiency, multitasking, and real-time responsiveness. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Interrupt Mechanism Introduction to Interrupt Interrupt Mechanism Advantages compared to [...] communication diagnostic devices support the smooth operation of fieldbus networks. Next to RTE systems, Hilscher's components for industrial communication networks also support the most common fieldbus protocols
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] reliable operation in industrial, automotive, and consumer applications. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Embedded Module Introduction Key components of embedded modules for industrial communication [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] use with stackable modules and long-term reliability, supporting various bus types like ISA and PCI. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary PC/104 Introduction Technical features Applications Advantages [...] time-to-market. It supports a long product lifecycle, often exceeding 10 years, ensuring long-term availability of parts and upgrades. The extensive ecosystem of compatible boards and support for various bus
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] data based on MAC addresses to reduce collisions and enhance efficiency. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Bridge Network Introduction Types of Bridges Bridges in Industrial Communication Networks [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary IO Device Description (IODD) Introduction of IODD Technical Features Advantages of IODD Hilscher & IODD Related Links Introduction of IODD The IO Device Description [...] integration and functionality of sensors and actuators with an IO-Link interface. Multilingual Support IODD files can include multiple language translations, which facilitate the use of devices by personnel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] transmission or storage, ensuring accurate data transfer in digital systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) Introduction CRCs in Industrial Communication Advantages [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] errors, and real-time processing in computing and industrial automation. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Runtime Introduction Technical Features and Advantages of Industrial Runtime Systems Hilscher’s [...] e and responsiveness by utilizing available CPU resources more effectively. Communication Support They support various communication protocols and network configurations, including fieldbuses, real-time
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] efficient, reliable data transfer, supporting high speeds and features like link aggregation for greater bandwidth and redundancy. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Ethernet Channel Introduction Features [...] diagnostic devices support the smooth operation of fieldbus networks. Next to conventional Industrial Ethernet systems, Hilscher's components for industrial communication networks also support the most common
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] diverse or incompatible networks by maintaining seamless communication. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Tunneling Introduction to tunneling Tunneling in industrial communication Benefits of tunneling [...] like Ethernet over EtherCAT (EoE) mailbox protocol, L2TP or MPLS also support cyclic communication while IPsec and SSL/TLS can support acyclic communication by ensuring secure and timely delivery of data
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] in industrial automation by capturing data between connected systems. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Test Access Point (TAP) Introduction Technical features of TAPs Applications Hilscher's [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] addresses, reducing congestion and improving communication reliability. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Switch (Network) General description Functions and variants Switches in industrial com [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel
Manager) Fibre Optics Fieldbus Field Level Firmware Functional Safety Gateway GSD File / General Station Description File GSDML / GSD Markup Language Handshake Mechanism IEC Standard IEEE Industrial communication [...] in mission-critical systems like aerospace and industrial automation. www.hilscher.com Service & Support Glossary Time Triggered Protocol Introduction Different Protocol Classes Comparison of the two Variants [...] Host Configuration Protocol DIMM / Dual Inline Memory Module EDS File / Electronic Data Sheet Embedded Module Engineering Tool ESI File / EtherCAT SubDevice Information EtherCAT Ethernet Ethernet Channel