In the absence of the Mastergate product, what is the best way to exchange data between MB300 network controllers

We want to exchange a small amount of data between two Advant controllers on different MB300 networks. What is the best way to do this without incurring expense with a secondary network connection? Can we pass the variables from one controller to the other via 800xA (pushing the value down to the target controller via DAT). What configuration steps are required to do this?

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gillanb Rank: 1172

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Hello Bryce.

For the main Dataset functionallity, the recommendation is to replace the MasterGate 230/1 nodes with one AC800M controller and CI855 MB300 communication boards.
Please see my attached powerpoint for details.

The AC800M cannot be used for all features that the MG230/1 did offer, but it can be used for the most important Dataset functionallity.
For other functions such as Engineering from Plant Network and HMI on plant network (if used) there are other possibilities available, i.e. to use Remote desktop and
MultiSystemIntegration in 800xA.

For sales support, please contact the local ABB Sales organisation for your business area in your country.
I'm always available for them and is working globally with Advant Master Evolution.
E mail: jan-erik.rask@se.abb.com

Best Regards Jan-Erik Rask

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by gillanb Rank: 1172 on 2/26/2020 7:00:56 AM | Like (0) | Report

Thanks. We removed our Mastergates years ago from the site and have three standalone MB300 networks now into a common ABB 800xA system. Your approach would be a good way to go for one of our new projects to exchange signals between plant networks.

by Jan-Erik Rask Rank: 84 on 2/26/2020 7:24:30 AM | Like (0) | Report

FYI, We have performed this kind of upgrade on several customer sites the over the past few years.
BR Jan-Erik

by Jan-Erik Rask Rank: 84 on 2/26/2020 7:34:04 AM | Like (0) | Report

If you are at Darly, I was there year 1996, working with a guy, Jason Wilding :-) MP200/1 nodes at that time.

by Jan-Erik Rask Rank: 84 on 2/26/2020 7:35:59 AM | Like (0) | Report

Kevin Wright was the Engineering Manager

by gillanb Rank: 1172 on 2/26/2020 10:27:33 AM | Like (1) | Report

Yes I knew those guys :-). All MasterPiece are replaced by Advants and running strong. Shame the Advant era is coming to an end. What other control system can you insert comms cards into and commission, in running controllers. Controller firmware not tied to the visualisation system - another great feature lost with the new platform. Online interpreter based programming. Command files. Source Code. The list goes on. Some benefits with new platforms with connectivity and object orientation, but will miss a lot of the old features :-(

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Jan-Erik Rask Rank: 84

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MasterGate 230 Evolu.pdf

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