HONEYWELL CC-IP0101

Description

Product Description

The HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 is a versatile IP (Internet Protocol) Network Module designed for integration with Honeywell’s building automation controllers, such as the Honeywell Excel 5000 series. This module, the HONEYWELL CC-IP0101, serves as a critical communication gateway, enabling native Ethernet TCP/IP connectivity for controllers that may otherwise only have a legacy fieldbus or serial port. Its primary function is to allow the controller to communicate on a modern IP network, facilitating connection to supervisory systems (like Honeywell WEBs or a Niagara-based platform), remote access for engineering tools, and peer-to-peer communication with other IP-enabled devices. Implementing the HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 is a key step in modernizing building management system networks.

Product Parameters

The technical specifications for the HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 IP module define its network bridging capabilities:

• Module Type: IP Network Communication Module.

• Host Interface: Connects to a specific Honeywell controller (e.g., Excel 5000 series) via a proprietary ribbon cable or connector on the controller’s main board.

• Network Interface: Provides a standard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port (RJ45 connector) for connection to an IP network.

• Supported Protocols: Typically supports standard TCP/IP stack and may implement Honeywell’s C-Bus protocol over IP for communication with WEBs stations or other Honeywell IP devices. It may also support BACnet/IP or Modbus TCP for multi-vendor integration.

• Configuration: Configured via dedicated software tools (e.g., Honeywell CARE or the controller’s specific configuration tool) to set IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and communication parameters.

• Power Supply: Usually powered directly from the host controller, requiring no separate power connection.

• Status Indicators: Features LEDs for power, network link/activity, and data transmission to/from the host controller.

• Mounting: Typically mounts directly onto the host controller’s enclosure or within its housing.

Advantages and Features

The HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 offers significant advantages for network modernization and integration:

• Enables Modern IP Networking: The HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 allows legacy Honeywell controllers to participate in modern, high-speed Ethernet networks, eliminating the limitations and slower speeds of serial networks like C-Bus or RS-485.

• Simplifies System Architecture: Facilitates a converged IP network where IT and building automation systems can share infrastructure, reducing cabling costs and complexity compared to maintaining separate, dedicated control networks.

• Enhances Remote Access and Management: Once on the IP network, the controller can be accessed remotely for monitoring, data collection, and programming from anywhere on the network, improving maintenance efficiency.

• Facilitates Integration: Acts as a gateway, enabling the host controller to communicate with other IP-based systems, such as enterprise databases, cloud platforms, or third-party devices using standard protocols.

• Cost-Effective Upgrade Path: Provides a modular and often more economical way to upgrade the connectivity of an existing installed base of Honeywell controllers without needing to replace the controllers themselves.

Application Cases in Industry

This IP module is primarily used in commercial and institutional building automation:

• Campus-Wide Building Management: Connects individual building controllers (e.g., for HVAC, lighting) spread across a university or hospital campus to a central WEBs-AX or Niagara server over the site’s fiber optic IP backbone.

• Retail Chain Energy Management: Enables remote monitoring and control of store HVAC units from a corporate energy management center via secure VPN connections over the internet.

• Data Center Environmental Control: Integrates precision cooling unit controllers and environmental sensors into a centralized DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) platform over the data center’s high-speed network.

• Modernization of Legacy Systems: Used as a retrofit component to bring an older Honeywell Excel 5000 system in an office building onto the new corporate IP network during a renovation.

• Multi-Protocol Integration: Allows a Honeywell controller to act as a BACnet/IP device on a multi-vendor project, sharing data with other building systems like fire alarm or access control.

Comparisons with Competing Products

When compared to using external serial-to-Ethernet converters or choosing a new native-IP controller, the HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 provides a balanced, integrated solution:

• Native Integration vs. External Converter: Unlike a generic serial-to-Ethernet converter, the HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 is designed for specific Honeywell controllers, offering a direct physical and logical connection. It handles protocol encapsulation natively and is configured within the Honeywell toolchain, providing greater reliability and simpler setup.

• Preserved Investment vs. Full Controller Replacement: For systems with many existing, functional Excel controllers, adding the CC-IP0101 module is a fraction of the cost and disruption of replacing all controllers with new native-IP models.

• Superior Performance and Stability: As an OEM solution, it is tested and optimized for the specific controller’s communication demands, offering more stable performance than a generic converter that may buffer data poorly or lack proper driver support.

• Maintains System Homogeneity: Keeps the system within the Honeywell ecosystem for support and future expansions, whereas introducing third-party converters adds a layer of complexity and potential support conflicts.

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

Correct selection and network planning are essential:

1. Verify Host Controller Compatibility: This is the most critical step. Confirm the HONEYWELL CC-IP0101 is explicitly compatible with your specific Honeywell controller model and hardware version (e.g., Excel 50, Excel 80, specific firmware).

2. Plan the IP Network Strategy: Assign a static IP address or ensure your network supports DHCP reservation for the module. Plan for VLAN segmentation and firewall rules to secure the building automation network from the corporate IT network.

3. Secure Network Access: Change default passwords and use network security best practices. The CC-IP0101 puts the controller on an IP network, making it potentially accessible to threats if not properly secured.

4. Check Software and Driver Requirements: Ensure you have the correct version of the configuration software (e.g., Honeywell CARE) and any necessary drivers or plug-ins to recognize and configure the IP module.

5. Consider Future Scalability: When deploying multiple CC-IP0101 modules, ensure your network switch has sufficient port capacity and that your supervisory system (e.g., WEBs server) is licensed for the number of IP connections you plan to add.

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