GE MiCOM P40 Agile User manual

GE
Grid Solutions
MiCOM P40 Agile
Px4x
Technical Manual
Redundant Ethernet Boards
Publication Reference: Px4x-REB-TM-EN-6

Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1 Chapter Overview 3
2 Foreword 4
2.1 Target Audience 4
2.2 Typographical Conventions 4
2.3 Nomenclature 5
2.4 Product Scope 5
3 Features and Functions 6
4 Compliance 8
Chapter 2 Safety Information 9
1 Chapter Overview 11
2 Health and Safety 12
3 Symbols 13
4 Installation, Commissioning and Servicing 14
4.1 Lifting Hazards 14
4.2 Electrical Hazards 14
4.3 UL/CSA/CUL Requirements 15
4.4 Fusing Requirements 15
4.5 Equipment Connections 16
4.6 Protection Class 1 Equipment Requirements 16
4.7 Pre-energisation Checklist 17
4.8 Peripheral Circuitry 17
4.9 Upgrading/Servicing 19
5 Decommissioning and Disposal 20
6 Regulatory Compliance 21
6.1 EMC Compliance: 2014/30/EU 21
6.2 LVD Compliance: 2014/35/EU 21
6.3 R&TTE Compliance: 2014/53/EU 21
6.4 UL/CUL Compliance 21
Chapter 3 Hardware Design 23
1 Chapter Overview 25
2 Board Versions 26
3 Board Connections 27
Chapter 4 Configuration 29
1 Chapter Overview 31
2 Configuring IP Addresses 32
2.1 Configuring the IED IP Address 32
2.2 Configuring the REB IP Address 32
2.2.1 Configuring the Last Octet (SHP, DHP, RSTP) 34
3 Redundant Ethernet Configurator 37
3.1 Connecting the IED to a PC 37
3.2 Installing the Configurator 37
3.3 Starting the Configurator 38
3.4 Device Identification 38
3.5 Selecting the Device Mode 38
3.6 Filter by Board Type 38
3.7 Password Confguration 38

3.8 IP Address Configuration 38
3.9 SNTP IP Address Configuration 39
3.10 Check MAC Table for Connected Equipment 39
3.11 PRP Configuration 39
3.12 HSR Configuration 39
3.13 RSTP Configuration 40
3.14 Bridge parameters 40
3.15 Port Parameters 40
3.16 Port States 41
3.17 Failover Configuration 41
3.18 Filtering Database 41
3.19 End of Session 42
4 PRP/HSR Configurator 43
4.1 Connecting the IED to a PC 43
4.2 Installing the Configurator 43
4.3 Starting the Configurator 43
4.4 PRP/HSR Device Identification 44
4.5 Selecting the Device Mode 44
4.6 PRP/HSR IP Address Configuration 44
4.7 SNTP IP Address Configuration 44
4.8 Check for Connected Equipment 44
4.9 PRP Configuration 45
4.10 HSR Configuration 45
4.11 End of Session 45
5 RSTP Configurator 46
5.1 Connecting the IED to a PC 46
5.2 Installing the Configurator 46
5.3 Starting the Configurator 46
5.4 RSTP Device Identification 47
5.5 RSTP IP Address Configuration 47
5.6 SNTP IP Address Configuration 47
5.7 Check for Connected Equipment 47
5.8 RSTP Configuration 48
5.8.1 Bridge parameters 48
5.8.2 Port Parameters 48
5.8.3 Port States 48
5.9 End of Session 49
6 Switch Manager 50
6.1 Installation 50
6.2 Setup 51
6.3 Network Setup 51
6.4 Bandwidth Used 51
6.5 Reset Counters 51
6.6 Check for Connected Equipment 52
6.7 Mirroring Function 52
6.8 Ports On/Off 52
6.9 VLAN 52
6.10 End of Session 53
Chapter 5 Operation 55
1 Chapter Overview 57
2 Redundant Ethernet Communication 58
3 Redundancy Protocols 59
3.1 Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP) 59
3.1.1 PRP Networks 59
3.1.2 Network Elements 60
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3.2 High-Availability Seamless Redundancy (HSR) 60
3.2.1 HSR Multicast Topology 61
3.2.2 HSR Unicast Topology 61
3.2.3 HSR Application in the Substation 62
3.3 Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) 63
3.4 Self-Healing Protocol (SHP) 64
3.5 Dual-Homing Protocol (DHP) 66
3.6 Failover 68
4 General Functions for Redundant Ethernet Boards 69
4.1 Forwarding 69
4.2 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) 69
4.3 SNMP MIB Structure for RSTP, DHP and SHP 70
4.4 SNMP MIB Structure for PRP and HSR 71
4.5 Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) 74
Chapter 6 Commissioning Instructions 75
1 Chapter Overview 77
2 Visual Inspection 78
3 Test Ethernet Communication 79
4 SHP Ring Connection 80
5 PRP Star Connection 81
6 PRP Star Connection 82
7 DHP Star Connection 83
8 RSTP Ring Connection 84
9 RSTP Star Connection 85
10 Large RSTP Networks Combining Star and Ring 86
Chapter 7 Technical Specifications 89
1 Chapter Overview 91
2 Interfaces 92
2.1 IRIG-B (Modulated) 92
2.2 IRIG-B (Demodulated) 92
2.3 100 Base FX Transmitter Characteristics 92
2.4 100 Base FX Receiver Characteristics 92
2.5 Fibre Defect Connector (Watchdog Relay) 93
3 Mechanical Specifications 94
3.1 Mechanical Robustness 94
4 Standards Compliance 95
4.1 EMC Compliance: 2004/108/EC 95
4.2 Product Safety: 2006/95/EC 95
4.3 R&TTE Compliance 95
4.4 UL/CUL Compliance 95
5 Environmental Conditions 96
5.1 Ambient Temperature Range 96
5.2 Ambient Humidity Range 96
5.3 Corrosive Environments 96
6 Type Tests 97
6.1 Insulation 97
6.2 Creepage Distances and Clearances 97
6.3 High Voltage (Dielectric) Withstand 97
6.4 Impulse Voltage Withstand Test 97
7 Electromagnetic Compatibility 98
7.1 1 MHz Burst High Frequency Disturbance Test 98
7.2 Damped Oscillatory Test 98
7.3 Immunity to Electrostatic Discharge 98
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7.4 Electrical Fast Transient or Burst Requirements 98
7.5 Surge Withstand Capability 98
7.6 Surge Immunity Test 99
7.7 Immunity to Radiated Electromagnetic Energy 99
7.8 Radiated Immunity from Digital Communications 99
7.9 Radiated Immunity from Digital Radio Telephones 99
7.10 Immunity to Conducted Disturbances Induced by Radio Frequency Fields 99
7.11 Magnetic Field Immunity 100
7.12 Conducted Emissions 100
7.13 Radiated Emissions 100
7.14 Power Frequency 100
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION

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1 CHAPTER OVERVIEW
This chapter provides some general information about the technical manual and an introduction to the device(s)
described in this technical manual.
This chapter contains the following sections:
Chapter Overview 3
Foreword 4
Features and Functions 6
Compliance 8
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2 FOREWORD
This technical manual provides a functional and technical description of GE's Px4x variants of Redundant Ethernet
Boards, as well as a comprehensive set of instructions for using the device. The level at which this manual is
written assumes that you are already familiar with protection engineering and have experience in this discipline.
The description of principles and theory is limited to that which is necessary to understand the product. For further
details on general protection engineering theory, we refer you to GE's publication NPAG, which is available online
or from our contact centre.
We have attempted to make this manual as accurate, comprehensive and user-friendly as possible. However we
cannot guarantee that it is free from errors. Nor can we state that it cannot be improved. We would therefore be
very pleased to hear from you if you discover any errors, or have any suggestions for improvement. Our policy is to
provide the information necessary to help you safely specify, engineer, install, commission, maintain, and
eventually dispose of this product. We consider that this manual provides the necessary information, but if you
consider that more details are needed, please contact us.
All feedback should be sent to our contact centre via:
contact[email protected]
2.1 TARGET AUDIENCE
This manual is aimed towards all professionals charged with installing, commissioning, maintaining,
troubleshooting, or operating any of the products within the specified product range. This includes installation and
commissioning personnel as well as engineers who will be responsible for operating the product.
The level at which this manual is written assumes that installation and commissioning engineers have knowledge
of handling electronic equipment. Also, system and protection engineers have a thorough knowledge of protection
systems and associated equipment.
2.2 TYPOGRAPHICAL CONVENTIONS
The following typographical conventions are used throughout this manual.
●The names for special keys appear in capital letters.
For example: ENTER
●When describing software applications, menu items, buttons, labels etc as they appear on the screen are
written in bold type.
For example: Select Save from the file menu.
●Filenames and paths use the courier font
For example: Example\File.text
●Special terminology is written with leading capitals
For example: Sensitive Earth Fault
●If reference is made to the IED's internal settings and signals database, the menu group heading (column)
text is written in upper case italics
For example: The SYSTEM DATA column
●If reference is made to the IED's internal settings and signals database, the setting cells and DDB signals are
written in bold italics
For example: The Language cell in the SYSTEM DATA column
●If reference is made to the IED's internal settings and signals database, the value of a cell's content is
written in the Courier font
For example: The Language cell in the SYSTEM DATA column contains the value English
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2.3 NOMENCLATURE
Due to the technical nature of this manual, many special terms, abbreviations and acronyms are used throughout
the manual. Some of these terms are well-known industry-specific terms while others may be special product-
specific terms used by GE. The first instance of any acronym or term used in a particular chapter is explained. In
addition, a separate glossary is available on the GE website, or from the GE contact centre.
We would like to highlight the following changes of nomenclature however:
●The word 'relay' is no longer used to describe the device itself. Instead, the device is referred to as the 'IED'
(Intelligent Electronic Device), the 'device', or the 'product'. The word 'relay' is used purely to describe the
electromechanical components within the device, i.e. the output relays.
●British English is used throughout this manual.
●The British term 'Earth' is used in favour of the American term 'Ground'.
2.4 PRODUCT SCOPE
Redundancy is required where a single point of failure cannot be tolerated. Redundancy is therefore applied to
critical applications such as substation automation. Redundancy acts as an insurance policy, providing an
alternative route if one route fails.
The Redundant Ethernet Board (REB) assures "bumpless" redundancy at the IED level. "Bumpless" in this context
means the transfer from one communication path to another without noticeable consequences.
GE provides a range of REBs for its IED products. A REB is usually fitted as an option before the IED is shipped, but
can be ordered retrospectively if required.
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3 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
Different variants of Redundant Ethernet Boards, providing one or more of the following redundancy protocols, are
available. The variant must be selected at the time of ordering
HSR (High-availability Seamless Redundancy Protocol)
●For ring topology networks in substations
●According to IEC 62439-3 Standard
●Fully software configurable
●Provides bumpless redundancy for real-time systems
●Implements the redundancy functions in the end nodes rather than in network elements.
●Stays available ensuring no data loss
PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol)
●For double Star-topology networks in substations
●According to IEC 62439-3 Standard
●Fully software configurable
●Provides bumpless redundancy for real-time systems
●Uses two independent networks in parallel
●Implements the redundancy functions in the end nodes rather than in network elements.
●Stays available ensuring no data loss
RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol)
●Used on both ring and star topologies
●Quickly reconnects a network fault by finding an alternative path.
●Fault recovery time depends on the number of devices and the topology.
●Based on open standards so is compatible with other Manufacturers’ IEDs that use the RSTP protocol.
SHP (Self-Healing Protocol)
●Used on double-ring network topologies
●GE proprietary standard
●Responds to the constraints of critical time applications
●When a fibre is broken, both end stations detect and repair the break.
●Repair is closed in less than 1 ms
●Provides bumpless redundancy
●Can be used to extend the network or number of devices without having to disable the network.
DHP (Dual Homing Protocol)
●Used on double-star network topologies
●GE proprietary standard
●Uses two independent networks, both active at the same time.
●Provides 0 ms failover time
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Failover
●Simple form of redundancy
●Can be used on any underlying topology
●One port is active at a time. The inactive port is functionally down.
●Slow switch over time. Can be up to a few seconds and depends on how long the backup port takes to
become active.
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4 COMPLIANCE
The device has undergone a range of extensive testing and certification processes to ensure and prove
compatibility with all target markets. A detailed description of these criteria can be found in the Technical
Specifications chapter.
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CHAPTER 2
SAFETY INFORMATION

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1 CHAPTER OVERVIEW
This chapter provides information about the safe handling of the equipment. The equipment must be properly
installed and handled in order to maintain it in a safe condition and to keep personnel safe at all times. You must
be familiar with information contained in this chapter before unpacking, installing, commissioning, or servicing the
equipment.
This chapter contains the following sections:
Chapter Overview 11
Health and Safety 12
Symbols 13
Installation, Commissioning and Servicing 14
Decommissioning and Disposal 20
Regulatory Compliance 21
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2 HEALTH AND SAFETY
Personnel associated with the equipment must be familiar with the contents of this Safety Information.
When electrical equipment is in operation, dangerous voltages are present in certain parts of the equipment.
Improper use of the equipment and failure to observe warning notices will endanger personnel.
Only qualified personnel may work on or operate the equipment. Qualified personnel are individuals who are:
●familiar with the installation, commissioning, and operation of the equipment and the system to which it is
being connected.
●familiar with accepted safety engineering practises and are authorised to energise and de-energise
equipment in the correct manner.
●trained in the care and use of safety apparatus in accordance with safety engineering practises
●trained in emergency procedures (first aid).
The documentation provides instructions for installing, commissioning and operating the equipment. It cannot,
however cover all conceivable circumstances. In the event of questions or problems, do not take any action
without proper authorisation. Please contact your local sales office and request the necessary information.
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3 SYMBOLS
Throughout this manual you will come across the following symbols. You will also see these symbols on parts of
the equipment.
Caution:
Refer to equipment documentation. Failure to do so could result in damage to the
equipment
Warning:
Risk of electric shock
Warning:
Risk of damage to eyesight
Earth terminal. Note: This symbol may also be used for a protective conductor (earth) terminal if that terminal
is part of a terminal block or sub-assembly.
Protective conductor (earth) terminal
Instructions on disposal requirements
Note:
The term 'Earth' used in this manual is the direct equivalent of the North American term 'Ground'.
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4 INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING AND SERVICING
4.1 LIFTING HAZARDS
Many injuries are caused by:
●Lifting heavy objects
●Lifting things incorrectly
●Pushing or pulling heavy objects
●Using the same muscles repetitively
Plan carefully, identify any possible hazards and determine how best to move the product. Look at other ways of
moving the load to avoid manual handling. Use the correct lifting techniques and Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) to reduce the risk of injury.
4.2 ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Caution:
All personnel involved in installing, commissioning, or servicing this equipment must be
familiar with the correct working procedures.
Caution:
Consult the equipment documentation before installing, commissioning, or servicing
the equipment.
Caution:
Always use the equipment as specified. Failure to do so will jeopardise the protection
provided by the equipment.
Warning:
Removal of equipment panels or covers may expose hazardous live parts. Do not touch
until the electrical power is removed. Take care when there is unlocked access to the
rear of the equipment.
Warning:
Isolate the equipment before working on the terminal strips.
Warning:
Use a suitable protective barrier for areas with restricted space, where there is a risk of
electric shock due to exposed terminals.
Caution:
Disconnect power before disassembling. Disassembly of the equipment may expose
sensitive electronic circuitry. Take suitable precautions against electrostatic voltage
discharge (ESD) to avoid damage to the equipment.
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