Network Computer Security; Wiring Alarm Relays; Relay Contacts - Honeywell Vertex M Technical Handbook

Vertex M 24-Point Continuous Monitor
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2.7.3 Network Computer Security

The Vertex M relies on the HMI system of accounts
and passwords to prevent unauthorized tampering
as described in Section 4.6.6 Security Access
manual. Microsoft Windows
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of accounts and passwords. However RSView32
requires that Windows be run in an account with
administrator privileges. Attempting to run the Vertex M
RSView32 application in a Windows
administrator privileges will cause error messages to
be displayed. The Vertex M should be treated and
secured as any other networked PC by maintaining
the appropriate virus protection. Contact your local
Honeywell Analytics field service representative prior
to installing Microsoft updates or Service Packs
Use an external hardware firewall to isolate the monitor
from malicious Ethernet traffic.

2.8 Wiring Alarm Relays

This section describes relay:
• Contacts
• Ratings
• Wiring guidelines
WARNING
Use caution when servicing the PLC terminal
blocks. Power to contacts is supplied exter-
nally. See Appendix A Optional Relay Speci-
fications for alarm relay voltage and contact
rating guidelines.
Section 2 - Installation
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2.8.1 Relay Contacts

The Vertex M System has form-A, single-pole, single-
throw relays that activate external alarm devices.
Contacts are available for each circuit to accommodate
installation of external devices.
Relay panels are located behind the Vertex M LCD
screen. See Appendix A Optional Relay Specifications
for more information.
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