Circular Networks in BACnet Systems: How to Detect and Fix Them
What Does a Circular Network Look Like? A circular network occurs when multiple routes to the same controller exist and communicate at the same time. This happens when two or more communication protocols are active. For instance, if you have a network with both BACnet/IP and BACnet/Ethernet routes communicating with the same controller, this creates […]
What You Need to Know About KNX in Smart Building Systems
BACnet gets compared to a lot of other protocols on the market, including LonWorks, Modbus, and KNX. We’re explaining how each of these protocols are different, and how they stack up against each other. In this article, learn about KNX. In a world where smart buildings are increasingly prevalent, the need for a reliable, efficient, […]
The Argument for IT/OT Network Separation
OT Networks Overview Operational Technology (OT) networks in smart buildings consist of elevators, lighting, HVAC, surveillance, or anything attached to the building. With these devices becoming more connected and networked, it’s possible to consolidate IT and OT networks. However, there are many benefits to IT/OT network separation. Separation helps optimize the IT and OT devices […]
Separate OT Networks: The Future of Smart Building Security?
With the proliferation of smart devices in buildings around the world, cybersecurity is the concern of the day. There are many potent examples of smart buildings’ triumphs and follies: Target and Home Depot shocked the world with breaches a few years ago; universities, hotels, and others have followed suit. Growth in IoT can only mean […]
How to Filter for BACnet Data in Wireshark
Not sure how to get just your BACnet data into Optigo Visual Networks? Let’s quickly review how to create a PCAP file in just a few simple steps that’s both compatible with OptigoVN’s diagnostic systems, and won’t contain any sensitive data you’re team might worry about. Get the Best Capture for OptigoVN What most […]
How to Secure the Internet of Things
Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) are different in a lot of ways, from their design to their maintenance workflows and more. But when IT and OT converge, these differences create new challenges for cybersecurity. IT has standards for protecting device security, data security, and people’s privacy, but these standards do not make sense […]
How Systems Integrators Can Profit from Network Health Monitoring Services
Systems Integrators (SIs) are critical to building automation systems. SIs assist in designing, installing, and commissioning building automation systems (BAS) that manage HVAC, fire safety, security, and other building functions. They are also usually the front line for ongoing servicing and maintenance of these systems. For many SIs, this is their core business: managing facility […]
Do You Need an MSI?
There are a lot of articles out there telling you what an MSI is and what they do. But what can they do for you? Why do you need one? You’re in the design phase of a new building. Contractors and vendors are all coming at you with demands. Everyone has an opinion on how […]
Superb customer value, with Visual BACnet
ATS, an industry-leading systems integrator with offices across the United States, has a clear vision for supporting customers. They want to be their clients’ trusted partner, through installation and beyond. This includes: advocating for their clients’ desired standards delivering superior service and support and providing ongoing analysis and optimization for building control systems “By providing […]
Your guide to capturing MS/TP
With our guide and some useful tips and tools from Steve Karg, you can capture MS/TP without even breaking a sweat.
