Introduction
This Software Change Notice details the November 2020 update for the Honeywell Experion PKS Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE) Switch Configuration Files. It covers prerequisites, resolved issues, open issues, new features, supported switches, and installation procedures. The latest version of this notice is available on the Honeywell Process Solutions website.
About the Update
The primary purpose of this update is to release updated Honeywell FTE switch configuration files. This update addresses and incorporates improvements and problem resolutions since the last independent release. It supersedes previous versions and can be installed on systems already running FTE.
Key updates include support for new Cisco switches like the Catalyst C9200-24T-A, C9300-24T-A, and C9300-24UX-E. Additionally, Port 3389 (RDP) has been added to the high priority queue for Quality of Service (QoS) in Top of Rack (ToR) configurations. Specific License Reservation (SLR) commands have also been integrated into the Virtual L2.5 files to support the new Cisco Catalyst 9200 and 9300 routers.
For the most current FTE Qualified Switch Firmware Versions, please refer to Honeywell Process Solutions.
Key Changes and Resolved Issues
- New switch configuration files for Cisco Catalyst C9300-24UX-E ToR support.
- Port 3389 (RDP) added to access-list 103 for ToR QoS configurations.
- SLR commands added to Virtual L2.5 files for Cisco Catalyst 9200 and 9300 routers.
- No new PARs (Problems/Action Requests) were resolved in this release, but an existing issue (PAR 1-DJZ3PCL) related to the 'no ip classless' command on Cisco IE3300 switches is documented.
Installation and Support
The update can be installed on both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems by running the provided executable file. Detailed installation steps are provided within the document.
For support, documentation feedback, or to report security vulnerabilities, please visit the Honeywell Process Solutions support website at http://www.honeywellprocess.com/support or contact the Honeywell Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
Honeywell also offers technical training classes taught by process control systems experts. More information can be found at http://www.automationcollege.com.
