{"product_id":"vf701-yokogawa-dual-redundant-control-bus-card-original","title":"VF701 Yokogawa Dual Redundant Control Bus Card Original","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa VF701\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Style S3) is a high-performance Vnet\/IP Control Bus Interface Card designed for the CENTUM VP and ProSafe-RS Distributed Control Systems (DCS). This card installs directly into industrial PCs to facilitate a high-speed link between operator stations and the control network. We supply this product as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% brand new and original\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein factory packing to ensure maximum uptime in critical process environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VF701 acts as the primary hardware gateway for Vnet\/IP communication. It manages high-volume data traffic between Human Interface Stations (HIS), Engineering Stations (ENG), and field control units. By supporting 1 Gbps transmission speeds, the VF701 ensures real-time data synchronization and rapid alarm response. This card plays a decisive role in large-scale industrial plants where synchronized control and safety communication are non-negotiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePart Number Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VF701 series includes specific hardware revisions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVF701:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBase model for the Vnet\/IP Interface Card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle S3:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIndicates the third-generation hardware revision, optimized for modern PCI bus stability and enhanced EMI resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYokogawa Electric Corporation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVF701 (Style S3)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCENTUM VP \/ ProSafe-RS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) \/ 100 Mbps Full Duplex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1000BASE-T \/ 100BASE-TX Ethernet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRJ-45 (Ethernet) \/ BNC (Legacy 10BASE-2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard PCI Slot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports Dual-Redundant Vnet\/IP Architecture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to +55°C (32°F to 131°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0 kg (Shipping Weight)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGigabit Deterministic Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe VF701 utilizes 1000BASE-T technology to deliver low-latency communication. This ensures that safety-critical signals and high-frequency process variables reach the operator console without the jitter associated with standard commercial network cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Redundant Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe card facilitates Yokogawa’s signature redundant Vnet\/IP networking. If a primary network path fails, the card manages an instantaneous switchover to the secondary path, preventing any loss of control or visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegacy and Modern Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe inclusion of both RJ-45 and BNC connectors allows the VF701 to bridge modern Ethernet-based networks with legacy 10BASE-2 coaxial segments. This makes it an ideal choice for phased system upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Noise Immunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYokogawa engineers the VF701 with high-level electromagnetic interference (EMI) resistance. It maintains stable data packets even in electrical rooms housing high-capacity variable frequency drives (VFDs) and heavy switchgear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Host Offloading:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe onboard processor handles network protocol management, significantly reducing the CPU load on the host PC. This allows the HIS or ENG station to maintain peak performance during complex engineering tasks or major plant upsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the VF701 support ProSafe-RS safety systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The VF701 is fully compatible with both CENTUM VP control systems and ProSafe-RS safety instrumented systems (SIS), allowing for a unified communication platform across the entire plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install the VF701 in any standard PC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VF701 requires a standard PCI slot. While it fits many industrial PCs, we recommend verifying that your station’s motherboard and operating system support Yokogawa's Vnet\/IP drivers for this specific card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum distance for Vnet\/IP cabling with this card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using the RJ-45 (Ethernet) port, the maximum distance to the nearest switch is 100 meters. For legacy BNC coaxial connections, the card supports distances up to 185 meters per segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the card receive power?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VF701 draws all necessary power directly from the host PC's PCI bus. 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