In NIC switching mode, the following monitoring functions can be set.
Monitoring function | Setting | Function |
|---|---|---|
HUB monitoring function | Required | Monitors the HUB status using the following 2 methods. - Network monitoring by ping - Monitors link status of NIC If an error is detected in any of the monitoring functions, a message appears indicating the error, and the communication is switched to a normal NIC. |
HUB to HUB monitoring function | Optional | Enables HUB to HUB monitoring by using a ping command. If an error is detected, a message appears indicating the error. When the HUB to HUB monitoring recovers, a message appears indicating a successful recovery. |
Standby patrol function | Optional | Monitors standby/active NICs by using monitoring frames. If an error is detected, a message appears indicating the error. When it is recovered, a message appears indicating a successful recovery. |
