Introduction
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EtherPoll Functions
The EtherPoll is usually used in a host-to-multiple remote
polled environment.
Figure 1: Normal Mode of Operation
Normal Operating Mode (Point-to-Multi-Point)
In this mode, several EtherPolls are used. All are connected to
serial RS-232 devices. This is the equivalent to using a multi-
drop analog modem network… only it uses ethernet as the
medium.
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The "host" EtherPoll will be configured with IP addresses
of each “remote” EtherPoll. It is connected to a polling
host computer.
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Each “remote” EtherPoll is configured with the IP address
of the “host” EtherPoll. These are each connected to a
remote terminal unit (RTU).
Summary of Contents for EtherPoll
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