Moxa Technologies MGate 5105-MB-EIP User manual

MGate 5105-MB-EIP Series User Manual
Version 7.2, September 2023
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MGate 5105-MB-EIP Series User Manual
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .........................................................................................................................................5
Overview .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Package Checklist .................................................................................................................................. 5
Power Input and Relay Output Pinouts...................................................................................................... 6
LED Indicators....................................................................................................................................... 6
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................... 7
Pin Assignments .................................................................................................................................... 7
Modbus (Modbus RTU/ASCII) Pin Assignment .................................................................................... 7
Console (RS-232) Pin Assignment .................................................................................................... 7
Mounting the Unit .................................................................................................................................. 8
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Reset Button ......................................................................................................................................... 8
Pull-high, Pull-low, and Terminator for RS-485 ..........................................................................................9
microSD ............................................................................................................................................... 9
Configuration Methods.......................................................................................................................... 10
2. Quick Configuration Guide ..................................................................................................................11
Cable Connection................................................................................................................................. 11
Log in to the Web Console .................................................................................................................... 11
Quick Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 12
System Setup .............................................................................................................................. 12
Select Protocols ........................................................................................................................... 13
Role 1 and Role 2 of MGate 5105-MB-EIP ........................................................................................ 14
Finish.......................................................................................................................................... 15
Basic Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 15
Network Settings ................................................................................................................................. 16
Serial Settings..................................................................................................................................... 16
Protocol Conversion ............................................................................................................................. 16
EtherNet/IP Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 17
Modbus RTU/ASCII Configuration........................................................................................................... 19
Modbus TCP Configuration .................................................................................................................... 20
MQTT JSON Broker Configuration........................................................................................................... 22
MQTT RAW Broker Configuration............................................................................................................ 27
Azure IoT Device Configuration.............................................................................................................. 29
Alibaba Cloud IoT Device Configuration .................................................................................................. 32
I/O Data Mapping ................................................................................................................................ 35
Communication Analysis ....................................................................................................................... 35
I/O Data View ..................................................................................................................................... 37
3. MGate Manager Configuration ............................................................................................................38
Installing the Software ......................................................................................................................... 38
Starting MGate Manager ....................................................................................................................... 40
Connecting to the Unit.......................................................................................................................... 41
Modifying the Configuration .................................................................................................................. 42
Configure Device .......................................................................................................................... 43
Network Settings.......................................................................................................................... 44
Serial Settings ............................................................................................................................. 45
Protocol Settings .......................................................................................................................... 46
EtherNet/IP Settings ..................................................................................................................... 47
Modbus RTU/ASCII Settings........................................................................................................... 49
Modbus TCP Settings .................................................................................................................... 53
I/O Data Mapping......................................................................................................................... 56
System Settings........................................................................................................................... 57
Load Default ....................................................................................................................................... 64
Upgrade Firmware ............................................................................................................................... 65
Import/Export ..................................................................................................................................... 66
Export Function............................................................................................................................ 67
Import Function ........................................................................................................................... 68
GSD Management................................................................................................................................ 69
Offline Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 69

4. Web Console Configuration and Troubleshooting ...............................................................................70
Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 70
Common Settings ................................................................................................................................ 71
Protocol Settings ................................................................................................................................. 71
System Management............................................................................................................................ 72
System Monitoring............................................................................................................................... 73
Fault Protection and Status Monitoring ................................................................................................... 79
Fault Protection............................................................................................................................ 79
Status Monitoring ......................................................................................................................... 80

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1. Introduction
Welcome to the MGate 5105-MB-EIP line of Modbus-to-EtherNet/IP/MQTT gateways. All models perform
easy protocol conversions between Modbus RTU/ASCII, Modbus TCP, and EtherNet/IP protocols to Industrial
Internet of Things (IIoT) applications based on MQTT or third-party cloud services, such as Azure and
Alibaba Cloud.
Overview
The MGate 5105-MB-EIP is a line of protocol gateways that provide users with the following features:
•Gateway functions to transfer data between Modbus RTU/ASCII, Modbus TCP and EtherNet/IP
•Connects fieldbus data to the cloud through generic MQTT
•Supports MQTT connectivity with built-in device SDKs to Azure and Alibaba Cloud
•Supports both EtherNet/IP adapter and scanner
•Supports MQTT connectivity with TLS and certificate in JSON and Raw data format
•Effortless configuration via web or Windows utility
•Complete packet analysis and diagnosis information for maintenance, and cloud data transmission for
cost evaluation and analysis
•Redundant dual DC power inputs
•Built-in Ethernet cascading for easy wiring
•Power-off warning by relay output
•microSD card supported for configuration backup or duplication, event logs, and data buffering when
the cloud connection is lost
•Web-based GUI for I/O data visualization
•-40 to 75°C wide operating temperature range models available
Package Checklist
All models of the MGate 5105-MB-EIP Series are shipped with the following items:
Standard Accessories:
•1 MGate 5105-MB-EIP Modbus-to-EtherNet/IP Gateway
•Documentation & software CD
•Quick installation guide (printed)
•Warranty card
Optional Accessories:
•DR-4524: 45W/2A DIN-rail 24 VDC power supply with universal 85 to 264 VAC input
•DR-75-24: 75W/3.2A DIN-rail 24 VDC power supply with universal 85 to 264 VAC input
•DR-120-24: 120W/5A DIN-rail 24 VDC power supply with 88 to 132 VAC/176 to 264 VAC input by
switch
•WK-36-01: wall-mounting kit
NOTE
Notify your sales representative if any of the above items is missing or damaged.

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Power Input and Relay Output Pinouts
V2+ V2- V1+ V1-
Shielded
Ground
DC Power
Input 2
DC Power
Input 2
N.O. Common N.C.
DC Power
Input 1
DC Power
Input 1
LED Indicators
LED
Color
Description
PWR 1,
PWR 2
Green
Power is on
Off
Power is off
Ready
Off
Power is off or a fault condition exists
Green
Steady: Power is on, and the MGate is functioning normally
Blinking: The MGate has been located by MGate Manager’s Location
function
Red
Steady: Power is on, and the MGate is booting up
Blinking slowly: shows an IP conflict, or the DHCP or BOOTP server is not
responding properly
Flashing quickly: microSD card failed
EIP (Scanner)
Off
No I/O data is exchanged
Green
Steady: I/O data is exchanged with all devices
Blinking: I/O data is exchanged with at least one device
(not all configured devices can communicate with a gateway)
EIP (Adapter)
Off
No I/O data is exchanged
Green
Steady: I/O data is exchanged with all devices
Blinking: I/O data is exchanged with at least one device
(not all configured devices can communicate with a gateway)
MB
Off
No communication with Modbus RTU/ASCII device
Green
Modbus RTU/ASCII communication progress
Red
Communication error
When MGate 5105 acts as RTU/ASCII Client/Master:
1. Server/Slave device returned an error (exception)
2. Received frame error (parity error, checksum error)
3. Timeout (server/slave device no response)
When MGate 5105 acts as RTU/ASCII Server/Slave:
1. Received invalid function code
2. Client/Master accessed invalid register address or coil addresses
3. Received frame error (parity error, checksum error)

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Dimensions
Unit: mm (inch)
Pin Assignments
Modbus (Modbus RTU/ASCII) Pin Assignment
The MGate 5105-MB-EIP Series uses a DB9 serial port to connect to Modbus RTU/ASCII devices.
Pin
RS-232
RS-422, RS-485-4W
RS-485-2W
1
DCD
TxD-
–
2
RXD
TxD+
–
3
TXD
RxD+
Data+
4
DTR
RxD-
Data-
5
GND
GND
GND
6
DSR
–
–
7
RTS
–
–
8
CTS
–
–
9
–
–
–
Console (RS-232) Pin Assignment
The MGate 5105-MB-EIP Series uses an RJ45 connector to connect to a PC for device configuration.
Pin
RS-232
1
DSR
2
RTS
3
GND
4
TXD
5
RXD
6
DCD
7
CTS
8
DTR

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Mounting the Unit
1. Connect the power adapter. Connect the 12–48 VDC power line or DIN-rail power supply to the MGate
5105-MB-EIP device’s terminal block.
2. Use a Modbus serial cable to connect the MGate to a Modbus server/slave device.
3. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the MGate to the EtherNet/IP controller.
4. The MGate 5105-MB-EIP is designed to be attached to a DIN rail or mounted on a wall. For DIN-rail
mounting, push down the spring and properly attach it to the DIN rail until it “snaps” into place. For wall
mounting, install the wall-mount kit (optional) first, and then screw the device onto the wall. The
following figure illustrates the two mounting options:
Specifications
NOTE
The latest specifications for Moxa's products can be found at https://www.moxa.com.
Reset Button
Restore the MGate to factory default settings by using a pointed object (such as a straightened paper clip)
to hold the reset button down until the Ready LED stops blinking (approx. 5 seconds).

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Pull-high, Pull-low, and Terminator for RS-485
Remove the MGate 5105-MB-EIP’s top cover and you will find DIP switches to adjust each serial port’s pull-
high resistor, pull-low resistor, and terminator.
SW
1
2
3
Pull-high resistor
Pull-low resistor
Terminator
ON
1 kΩ
1 kΩ
120 Ω
OFF
150 kΩ*
150 kΩ*
–*
*Default
microSD
The MGate 5105-MG-EIP provides users with an easy way to backup, copy, replace, or deploy. The MGate is
equipped with a microSD card slot. Users can plug in a microSD card to backup data, including the system
configuration setting, GSD files, and system data log.
First time using the MGate gateway with a new microSD card
1. Format the microSD card as FAT file system through a PC.
2. Power off the MGate and insert the microSD card (ensure that the microSD card is empty).
3. Power on the MGate. The default settings will be copied to the microSD card.
4. Manually configure the MGate via MGate Manager or web console, and all the stored changes will copy
to the microSD card for synchronization.
First time using the MGate with a microSD card containing a configuration file
1. Power off the MGate and insert the microSD card.
2. Power on the MGate.
3. The configuration file stored in the microSD card will automatically copy to the MGate.
Duplicating current configurations to another MGate gateway
1. Power off the MGate and insert a new microSD card.
2. Power on the MGate.
3. The configuration will be copied from MGate to microSD card.
4. Power off the MGate and insert the microSD card to the other MGate.
5. Power on the second MGate.
6. The configuration file stored in the microSD card will automatically copy to the MGate.
Malfunctioning MGate replacement
1. Replace the malfunctioning MGate with a new MGate.
2. Insert the microSD card into the new MGate.
3. Power on the MGate.
4. The configuration file stored on the microSD card will automatically copy to the MGate.
microSD card writing failure
The following circumstances may cause the microSD card to experience a writing failure:
1. The microSD card has less than 256 Mbytes of free space remaining.
2. The microSD card is write-protected.
3. The file system is corrupted.
4. The microSD card is damage.
The MGate will stop for the above events, accompanied by a flashing Ready LED and beeping alarm. When
you replace the MGate gateway’s microSD card, the microSD card will synchronize the configurations stored
on the MGate gateway. Note that the replacement microSD card should not contain any configuration files
on it; otherwise, the out-of-date configuration will copy to the MGate device.

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Configuration Methods
MGate 5105-MB-EIP provides three ways to configure an MGate.
1. MGate Manager (Windows utility)
Use MGate Manager to configure the MGate through Ethernet, or check the MGate status. Refer to
Chapter 3 for details.
2. Web console
Use the web console to configure the MGate, or verify the MGate’s status, by Ethernet. Use a web
browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Google Chrome to connect to the MGate, using
HTTP/HTTPS protocol. Here, the MGate IP address must be configured correctly. Refer to Chapter 4 for
details.
3. Serial console
Use the serial console to configure the MGate, or verify the MGate’s status, through an RS-232 null
modem (crossover) cable. Use a serial terminal emulation tool such as Moxa PComm Terminal Emulator
or PuTTY to log in to the MGate serial console. Note that the serial console doesn’t provide the interface
for all parameters. Some parameters must be configured through MGate Manager or the web console.
You must use a DB9-to-RJ45 cable to connect the serial console port on the MGate gateway’s front
panel to the serial port on the host. The serial console parameters are 115.2 kbps; parity: none; 8 data
bits; and one stop bit.

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2. Quick Configuration Guide
This chapter provides a quick overview of how to configure the MGate 5105-MB-EIP by web console. For
more detailed information on how to configure the MGate 5105-MB-EIP, refer to Chapters 3 and 4.
Cable Connection
The MGate gateway supports Modbus RTU/ASCII, Modbus TCP, and EtherNet/IP protocol. If the MGate
gateway needs to communicate with Modbus RTU/ASCII devices, connect your Modbus device to the MGate
gateway’s Modbus port. Regardless, at least one of your devices should be Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP
interface. Connect your Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP device to the MGate gateway’s 10/100M Ethernet port
as well. The MGate gateway will show a valid Ethernet connection in the following ways:
•The Ethernet LED will maintain a solid green color when connected to a 100 Mbps Ethernet network.
•The Ethernet LED will maintain a solid orange color when connected to a 10 Mbps Ethernet network.
•The Ethernet LED will flash when Ethernet packets are being transmitted or received
The gateway can be powered by connecting a power source to the terminal block by following the steps
below:
1. Loosen or remove the screws on the terminal block.
2. Connect the 12–48 VDC power line to the terminal block. Confirm that the power source is off already.
3. Tighten the connections using the screws on the terminal block.
4. Turn on the power source.
NOTE
Note that the gateway does not have an on/off switch. It automatically turns on when it receives power.
The PWR LED on the top panel will glow to indicate that the unit is receiving power.
Log in to the Web Console
If you do not know the MGate gateway’s IP address when setting it up for the first time (default IP is
192.168.127.254), use an Ethernet cable to connect the host PC and MGate gateway directly. If the
gateway and host PC are connected through the same Ethernet switch, make sure that there is no router
between them. Then use MGate Manager to detect the MGate gateways on your network. When the MGate
gateway appears on the MGate Manager device list, right-click on the selected MGate and configure it by
web console.
Except for the Broadcast Search feature, you can also use the Device Search Utility (DSU) to detect MGate
gateways on your network, which can be downloaded from Moxa's website at http://www.moxa.com. This
utility can further support multiple gateways configurations to ease your job.

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On the first page of the web console, enter the admin for the default Account name and moxa for the
default Password.
Quick Setup
In most cases, users find it difficult to complete the MGate's configuration. Therefore, the MGate Series now
provides Quick Setup, an illustrated guide especially designed to make configuration easy. When you press
Quick Setup, you will access the mode and configure. Only a few steps are needed. For a detailed parameter
description, please refer to Chapter 3 and Chapter 4.
NOTE
The Quick Setup function is not supported by northbound protocols of MQTT/Cloud feature from version
4.0 or above firmware.
System Setup
First, configure the Server Settings to identify the units and Network Settings of the MGate.

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Select Protocols
Then, select your devices' protocols on each side. After the protocols have been selected, the MGate will
change its role to the correct one. For example, if the device is set as an EtherNet/IP Scanner, the MGate
will then automatically configure as an EtherNet/IP Adapter by itself.

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Role 1 and Role 2 of MGate 5105-MB-EIP
After finishing the Protocol Selection, Role 1 and Role 2 of the MGate have been confirmed. You will need to
configure the roles on each side by the following steps.
Here is an example of Role 1 as an EtherNet/IP Adapter and Role 2 as a Modbus RTU/ASCII Master. To
configure a Modbus command, please refer to Modbus RTU/ASCII Settings:

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Finish
Once all the configurations are done, you can check if all the parameters are correct on this page. Moreover,
if you want to determine the data mapping status, you can click View I/O data mapping to know more
details. If all of them are correct, press Save to turn the parameters on.
Basic Settings
On this webpage, you can change the name of the device and time zone settings.

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Network Settings
First, configure the IP address and Netmask. Contact your network administrator for the appropriate IP
settings information.
Serial Settings
Second, refer to the datasheet of your Modbus RTU/ASCII devices to configure Serial parameters for
Modbus RTU/ASCII devices.
Protocol Conversion
The MGate 5105-MB-EIP supports southbound fieldbus protocols of Modbus RTU/ASCII, Modbus TCP, and
EtherNet/IP protocols. It also supports northbound MQTT/ Cloud protocols of MQTT JSON Broker, MQTT RAW
Broker, Azure IoT Hub, and Alibaba Cloud IoT Platform. The MGate fulfills a different role on each of its
sides. Each role is determined by your devices' settings. Therefore, set the role of each of your devices
correctly. EtherNet/IP Scanner/ Adapter, Modbus TCP Client/ Server, Modbus RTU/ ASCII Master/ Slave,
MQTT JSON Broker, MQTT RAW Broker, Azure IoT Hub, and Alibaba Cloud IoT Platform can be selected.
The detailed information is listed in the table below:
Device Connected to Role 1 of
the MGate 5105-MP-EIP
Device Connected to Role 2 of the
MGate 5105-MP-EIP
Choose one listed below:
Azure IoT Hub
MQTT JSON Broker
MQTT Raw Broker
Alibaba Cloud IoT Platform
Up to three of the items listed below can be selected:
Modbus RTU/ASCII Slave
Modbus TCP Server
Ethernet/IP Adapter
Choose one listed below:
Ethernet/IP Scanner
Ethernet/IP Adapter
Modbus TCP Client
Modbus TCP Server
Choose one listed below:
Modbus RTU/ASCII Slave
Modbus RTU/ASCII Master
Modbus TCP Server
Modbus TCP Client
Ethernet/IP Scanner
Ethernet/IP Adapter

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EtherNet/IP Configuration
If you select EtherNet/IP Scanner as your device, MGate 5105-MB-EIP will be configured as Ethernet/IP
Adapter. In Adapter mode, you can choose Automatic configuration to automatically map O(T (Originator
to Target) and T(O (Target to Originator) data sizes to Modbus data.
If you select EtherNet/IP Adapter as your device, the MGate 5105-MB-EIP will be configured as Ethernet/IP
Scanner. In Scanner mode, you must designate the parameters for each connection. Refer to your
EtherNet/IP adapter’s datasheet to fill out O(T and T(O parameters.

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Click Add to add EtherNet/IP commands.
NOTE
A PLC may use Output and Input instead of OT and TO.

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Modbus RTU/ASCII Configuration
As with the Modbus RTU/ASCII setup, start by checking if you already have configured the serial parameters
on Serial Settings page.
In RTU/ASCII Slave mode, the MGate gateway works as a Modbus server/slave device and waits for the
incoming query from the Modbus client/master device. You only need to identify the Modbus Slave ID when
in Slave mode.
In RTU/ASCII Master mode, the MGate works as a Modbus client/master device and will send the Modbus
request to the Modbus network actively.

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Refer to your Modbus device’s datasheet to add Modbus commands.
Modbus TCP Configuration
The MGate gateway also supports both Modbus TCP Client (i.e. Master) and Server (i.e. Slave) modes. In
Modbus TCP Server mode, assign the Unit ID and confirm that your Modbus device on the remote side can
send commands via the corresponding TCP port.