SMC Networks FieldServer QuickServer FS-QS-2 F Series User guide

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FieldServer
QuickServer Start-up Guide
FS-QS-2XX0-F
APPLICABILITY & EFFECTIVITY
Effective for all systems manufactured after May 2020.

QuickServer Start-Up Guide
Contact Information
Technical Support
ProSoft Technology, Inc. is a provider of FieldServer QuickServers.
For Technical Support call
+1 661.716.5100

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1QuickServer Description.....................................................................................................................6
2Certifications........................................................................................................................................6
2.1 BTL Mark –BACnet Testing Laboratory ........................................................................................6
3Supplied Equipment............................................................................................................................6
4QuickServer Setup...............................................................................................................................7
4.1 Mounting.........................................................................................................................................7
4.2 DIP Switch Settings........................................................................................................................8
4.2.1 Bias Resistors..........................................................................................................................8
4.2.2 Termination Resistor...............................................................................................................9
4.3 Connecting the R1 Port................................................................................................................10
4.3.1 Wiring ....................................................................................................................................10
4.3.2 Supported RS-485 Baud Rates by Protocol..........................................................................10
4.4 Power Up the Device....................................................................................................................11
5Connect the PC to the QuickServer.................................................................................................12
5.1 Connecting to the Gateway via Ethernet......................................................................................12
5.1.1 Changing the Subnet of the Connected PC..........................................................................12
5.2 Navigate to the EZ Gateway Login Page.....................................................................................12
6Setup Web Server Security...............................................................................................................13
6.1 Login to the FieldServer ...............................................................................................................13
6.2 Select the Security Mode..............................................................................................................15
6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate.............................................................................16
6.2.2 HTTPS with Default Untrusted Self-Signed TLS Certificate or HTTP with Built-in Payload
Encryption............................................................................................................................................16
7Configuring the QuickServer............................................................................................................17
7.1 Set IP Address of the QuickServer Using FS-GUI.......................................................................18
7.2 Retrieve the Sample Configuration File........................................................................................19
7.3 Change the Configuration File to Meet the Application................................................................19
7.4 Load the Updated Configuration File............................................................................................20
7.4.1 Using the FS-GUI to Load a Configuration File.....................................................................20
7.4.2 Retrieve the Configuation File for Modification or Backup....................................................21
7.5 Test and Commission the QuickServer........................................................................................22
7.5.1 Accessing SMC Cloud...........................................................................................................22
Appendix A Useful Features....................................................................................................................23
Appendix A.1. SSL/TLS for Secure Connection......................................................................................23
Appendix A.1.1. Configuring FieldServer as a SSL/TLS Server .........................................................23
Appendix A.1.1.1. Simple Secure Server Configuration.................................................................23
Appendix A.1.1.2. Limiting Client Access .......................................................................................24
Appendix A.1.1.3. To Upload the Authority File to the FieldServer ................................................24
Appendix A.1.1.4. Certificate Validation Options............................................................................25
Appendix A.1.1.5. Set up Server Certificate ...................................................................................25
Appendix A.1.2. Configuring FieldServer as SSL/TLS Client..............................................................26
Appendix A.1.2.1. Simple Secure Client Configuration ..................................................................26
Appendix A.1.2.2. Limit Server Access...........................................................................................26
Appendix A.1.2.3. Certificate Validation Options............................................................................26
Appendix A.1.2.4. Set up Client Certificate.....................................................................................26
Appendix B Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................27
Appendix B.1. Communicating with the QuickServer Over the Network ................................................27
Appendix B.2. Before Contacting Technical Support Take a Diagnostic Capture..................................28
Appendix B.2.1. Using the FieldServer Toolbox..................................................................................28
Appendix B.2.2. Using FS-GUI............................................................................................................31
Appendix B.3. LED Functions .................................................................................................................32
Appendix B.4. Securing QuickServer with Password..............................................................................33

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Appendix B.5. Factory Reset Instructions...............................................................................................33
Appendix B.6. Internet Browser Software Support..................................................................................34
Appendix B.7. Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup................................................34
Appendix B.7.1. Change Security Mode..............................................................................................35
Appendix B.7.2. Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer......................................................36
Appendix B.8. Change User Management Settings................................................................................37
Appendix B.8.1. User Management.....................................................................................................37
Appendix B.8.1.1. Create Users......................................................................................................38
Appendix B.8.1.2. Edit Users..........................................................................................................39
Appendix B.8.1.3. Delete Users......................................................................................................40
Appendix B.8.2. Change FieldServer Password .................................................................................41
Appendix C Reference..............................................................................................................................42
Appendix C.1. QuickServer FS-QS-2XX0-XXXX DCC...........................................................................42
Appendix C.2. QuickServer Part Numbers..............................................................................................42
Appendix C.3. Compliance with UL Regulations.....................................................................................43
Appendix C.4. Dimension Drawing FS-QS-2XX0-XXXX.........................................................................43
Appendix C.5. Specifications...................................................................................................................44
Appendix D Limited 2 Year Warranty......................................................................................................45

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List of Figures
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: DIN Rail Bracket ..........................................................................................................................10
Figure 2: DIN Rail Mounted...........................................................................................................................7
Figure 3: Bias Resistor DIP Switches...........................................................................................................8
Figure 4: Termination Resistor DIP Switch...................................................................................................9
Figure 5: R1 & R2 Connection Ports...........................................................................................................10
Figure 6: Required Current Draw for the Gateway.....................................................................................11
Figure 7: Power Connections......................................................................................................................11
Figure 8: Ethernet Port Location.................................................................................................................12
Figure 9: Web Server Security Unconfigured Window ...............................................................................13
Figure 10: Connection Not Private Warning ...............................................................................................13
Figure 11: Warning Expanded Text............................................................................................................14
Figure 12: FieldServer Login.......................................................................................................................14
Figure 13: Security Mode Selection Screen................................................................................................15
Figure 14: Security Mode Selection Screen................................................................................................16
Figure 15: FS-GUI Landing Page ...............................................................................................................17
Figure 16: FS-GUI Network Settings ..........................................................................................................18
Figure 17: FS-GUI File Transfer .................................................................................................................19
Figure 18: FS-GUI Loading Files................................................................................................................20
Figure 19: Retrieve Configuration File........................................................................................................21
Figure 20: FS-GUI Connections Page........................................................................................................22
Figure 21: Ethernet Port Location...............................................................................................................28
Figure 22: Diagnostic LEDs ........................................................................................................................32
Figure 23: FS-GUI Passwords Page...........................................................................................................33
Figure 24: Password Recovery Page .........................................................................................................33
Figure 25: FS-GUI Landing Screen ............................................................................................................34
Figure 26: FS-GUI Security Setup..............................................................................................................35
Figure 27: FS-GUI Security Setup –Certificate Loaded.............................................................................36
Figure 28: FS-GUI User Management........................................................................................................37
Figure 29: Create User Window..................................................................................................................38
Figure 30: Setup Users...............................................................................................................................39
Figure 31: Edit User Window ......................................................................................................................39
Figure 32: Setup Users...............................................................................................................................40
Figure 33: User Delete Warning .................................................................................................................40
Figure 34: FieldServer Password Update via FS-GUI................................................................................41
Figure 35: QuickServer Dimension Drawing...............................................................................................43
Figure 36: Specifications.............................................................................................................................44

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1 QUICKSERVER DESCRIPTION
QuickServer is a high performance, cost effective Building and Industrial Automation multi-protocol
gateway providing protocol translation between serial/Ethernet devices and networks.
NOTE: For troubleshooting assistance refer to Appendix B, or any of the troubleshooting
appendices in the related driver supplements. Check the Sierra Monitor website for
technical support resources and documentation that may be of assistance.
The QuickServer is cloud ready and connects with MSA Safety’s SMC Cloud. See Section 7.5.1 for
further information.
2 CERTIFICATIONS
2.1 BTL Mark –BACnet
1
Testing Laboratory
3 SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT
QuickServer Gateway
•Preloaded with two selected drivers. A sample configuration file is also loaded.
•All instruction manuals, driver manuals, support utilities are available on the USB drive provided
in the optional accessory kit, or on the Sierra Monitor website.
Accessory kit (optional) (Part # FS-8915-38-QS) includes:
•7-ft Cat-5 cable with RJ45 connectors at both ends
•Power Supply -110/220V (p/n 69196)
•Screwdriver for connecting to terminals
•USB Flash drive loaded with:
oQuickServer 2XX0 Start-up Guide
oFieldServer Configuration Manual
oAll FieldServer Driver Manuals
oSupport Utilities
oAny additional folders related to special files
configured for a specific QuickServer
oAdditional components as required - see driver manual supplement for details
1
BACnet is a registered trademark of ASHRAE.
The BTL Mark is a symbol that indicates that a product has passed a series of
rigorous tests conducted by an independent laboratory which verifies that the
product correctly implements the BACnet features claimed in the listing. The mark is
a symbol of a high-quality BACnet product.
Go to www.BACnetInternational.net for more information about the BACnet Testing
Laboratory. Click here for the BACnet PIC Statement.

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4 QUICKSERVER SETUP
4.1 Mounting
The QuickServer can be mounted using the DIN rail mounting bracket on the back of the unit.
NOTE: For dimension details see Appendix C.4.
Figure 5: DIN Rail Bracket
Din Rail
Bracket
Figure 2: DIN Rail Mounted

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4.2 DIP Switch Settings
4.2.1 Bias Resistors
To enable Bias Resistors, move both the BIAS- and BIAS+ dip switches to the right in the
orientation shown in Figure 3.
The QuickServer bias resistors are used to keep the RS-485 bus to a known state, when there is no
transmission on the line (bus is idling), to help prevent false bits of data from being detected. The bias
resistors typically pull one line high and the other low - far away from the decision point of the logic.
The bias resistor is 510 ohms which is in line with the BACnet spec. It should only be enabled at one
point on the bus (for example, on the field port were there are very weak bias resistors of 100k). Since
there are no jumpers, many QuickServers can be put on the network without running into the bias resistor
limit which is < 500 ohms.
NOTE: See www.ni.com/support/serial/resinfo.htm for additional pictures and notes.
NOTE: The R1 and R2 DIP Switches apply settings to the respective serial port.
NOTE: If the gateway is already powered on, DIP switch settings will not take effect unless the
unit is power cycled.
R1 Bias Resistor DIP
Switches (2 and 3)
R2 Bias Resistor DIP
Switches (2 and 3)
Figure 3: Bias Resistor DIP Switches

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4.2.2 Termination Resistor
If the QuickServer is the last device on the serial trunk, then the End-Of-Line Termination Switch needs to
be enabled. To enable the Termination Resistor, move the TERM dip switch to the right in the
orientation shown in Figure 4.
Termination resistor is also used to reduce noise. It pulls the two lines of an idle bus together. However,
the resistor would override the effect of any bias resistors if connected.
NOTE: The R1 and R2 DIP Switches apply settings to the respective serial port.
NOTE: If the gateway is already powered on, DIP switch settings will not take effect unless the
unit is power cycled.
R1 Termination
Resistor DIP Switch (1)
R2 Termination
Resistor DIP Switch (1)
Figure 4: Termination Resistor DIP Switch

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4.3 Connecting the R1 Port
For the R1 Port only: Switch between RS-485 and RS-232 by moving the number 4 DIP Switch left for
RS-485 and right for RS-232 (Figure 4).
The R2 Port is RS-485.
Connect to the 3-pin connector(s) as shown below.
4.3.1 Wiring
RS-485
RS-232
BMS RS-485
Wiring
Gateway Pin
Assignment
BMS RS-232
Wiring
Gateway Pin
Assignment
RS-485 +
TX +
RS-232 -
TX +
RS-485 -
RX -
RS-232 +
RX -
GND
GND
GND
GND
NOTE: Use standard grounding principles for GND.
4.3.2 Supported RS-485 Baud Rates by Protocol
The supported baud rates for either port is based on the protocol of the connected devices.
The following baud rates are supported for Modbus RTU:
2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200
The following baud rates are supported for BACnet MS/TP:
9600, 19200, 38400, 76800
TX+ RX- GND
+ - GND
Figure 5: R1 & R2 Connection Ports

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4.4 Power Up the Device
Check power requirements in the table below:
Power Requirement for External Gateway
Current Draw Type
QuickServer Family
12VDC
24VDC/AC
FS-QS-2XX0-XXXX (Typical)
250mA
125mA
NOTE: These values are ‘nominal’ and a safety margin should be added to the power supply of
the host system. A safety margin of 25% is recommended.
Figure 6: Required Current Draw for the Gateway
Apply power to the QuickServer as shown below in Figure 7. Ensure that the power supply used
complies with the specifications provided in Appendix C.5.
•The QuickServer accepts 9-30VDC or 24VAC on pins L+ and N-.
•Frame GND should be connected.
Power to
Gateway
Gateway
Pin Label
Pin
Assignment
Power In (+)
L +
V +
Power In (-)
N -
V -
Frame Ground
FG
FRAME GND
Figure 7: Power Connections

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5 CONNECT THE PC TO THE QUICKSERVER
5.1 Connecting to the Gateway via Ethernet
Connect a Cat-5 Ethernet cable (straight through or cross-over) between the local PC and QuickServer.
5.1.1 Changing the Subnet of the Connected PC
The default IP Address for the QuickServer is 192.168.2.101, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. If the PC
and QuickServer are on different IP networks, assign a static IP Address to the PC on the 192.168.1.xxx
network.
For Windows 10:
•Find the search field in the local computer’s taskbar (usually to the right of the windows icon )
and type in “Control Panel”.
•Click “Control Panel”, click “Network and Internet” and then click “Network and Sharing Center”.
•Click “Change adapter settings” on the left side of the window.
•Right-click on “Local Area Connection” and select “Properties” from the dropdown menu.
•Highlight and then click the Properties button.
•Select and enter a static IP Address on the same subnet. For example:
•Click the Okay button to close the Internet Protocol window and the Close button to close the
Ethernet Properties window.
5.2 Navigate to the EZ Gateway Login Page
•Open a web browser and connect to the QuickServer’s default IP Address. The default IP
Address of the FieldServer is 192.168.2.101, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
•If the PC and the QuickServer are on different IP networks, assign a static IP Address to the PC
on the 192.168.2.X network.
Ethernet Port
Figure 8: Ethernet Port Location

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6 SETUP WEB SERVER SECURITY
6.1 Login to the FieldServer
The first time the FieldServer GUI is opened in a browser, the IP Address for the gateway will appear as
untrusted. This will cause the following pop-up windows to appear.
•When the Web Server Security Unconfigured window appears, read the text and choose whether
to move forward with HTTPS or HTTP.
•When the warning that “Your connection is not private” appears, click the advanced button on the
bottom left corner of the screen.
Figure 10: Connection Not Private Warning
Figure 9: Web Server Security Unconfigured Window

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•Additional text will expand below the warning, click the underlined text to go to the IP Address. In
the Figure 11 example this text is “Proceed to 10.40.50.94 (unsafe)”.
•When the login screen appears, put in the Username (default is “admin”) and the Password
(found on the label of the FieldServer).
NOTE: A user has 5 attempts to login then there will be a 10-minute lockout. There is no timeout
on the FieldServer to enter a password.
NOTE: To create individual user logins, go to Appendix B.8.
Figure 12: FieldServer Login
Figure 11: Warning Expanded Text

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6.2 Select the Security Mode
•On the first login to the FieldServer, the following screen will appear that allows the user to select
which mode the FieldServer should use.
NOTE: To change the web server security mode after initial setup, go to 0.
NOTE: Cookies are used for authentication.
The sections that follow include instructions for assigning the different security modes.
Figure 13: Security Mode Selection Screen

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6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate
This is the recommended selection and the most secure.
•Once this option is selected, the Certificate, Private Key and Private Key Passphrase fields will
appear under the mode selection.
•Copy and paste the Certificate and Private Key text into their respective fields. If the Private Key
is encrypted type in the associated Passphrase.
•Click Save.
•A “Redirecting” message appears and after a short period of time the FieldServer GUI will open.
6.2.2 HTTPS with Default Untrusted Self-Signed TLS Certificate or HTTP with
Built-in Payload Encryption
•Simply select one of these options and click the Save button.
•A “Redirecting” message appears and after a short period of time the FieldServer GUI will open.
Figure 14: Security Mode Selection Screen

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7 CONFIGURING THE QUICKSERVER
Once the web server setup is complete, the FS-GUI landing page will appear.
NOTE: The SMC Cloud button (see Figure 15) allows users to connect to the
SMC Cloud, MSA Safety’s device cloud solution for IIoT. The SMC Cloud enables secure
remote connection to field devices through a FieldServer and its local applications for
configuration, management, maintenance. For more information about the SMC Cloud,
refer to the SMC Cloud Start-up Guide.
Figure 15: FS-GUI Landing Page

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7.1 Set IP Address of the QuickServer Using FS-GUI
•From the FS-GUI main home page, click on setup and then Network Settings to enter the Edit IP
Address Settings menu.
•Modify the IP Address (N1 IP Address field) of the QuickServer Ethernet port.
•If necessary, change the Netmask (N1 Netmask field).
•Type in a new Subnet Mask.
•If necessary, change the IP Gateway (Default Gateway field).
•Type in a new IP Gateway.
NOTE: If the FieldServer is connected to a router, the IP Gateway of the FieldServer should be set
to the same IP Address of the router.
•Click Update IP Settings, then click on the System Restart to restart the Gateway and activate the
new IP Address.
NOTE: If the FS-GUI was open in a browser, the browser will need to be pointed to the new IP
Address of the QuickServer before the FS-GUI will be accessible again.
NOTE: The SMC Cloud button (see Figure 16) allows users to connect to the
SMC Cloud, MSA Safety’s device cloud solution for IIoT. The SMC Cloud enables secure
remote connection to field devices through a FieldServer and its local applications for
configuration, management, maintenance. For more information about the SMC Cloud,
refer to the SMC Cloud Start-up Guide.
Figure 16: FS-GUI Network Settings

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7.2 Retrieve the Sample Configuration File
The configuration of the QuickServer is provided to the QuickServer’s operating system via a comma-
delimited file called “CONFIG.CSV”.
If a custom configuration was ordered, the QuickServer will be programmed with the relevant device
registers in the Config.csv file for the initial start-up. If not, the product is shipped with a sample config.csv
that shows an example of the drivers ordered.
•In the main menu of the FS-GUI screen, go to “Setup”, then “File Transfer”, and finally “Retrieve”.
•Click on “config.csv”, and open or save the file.
7.3 Change the Configuration File to Meet the Application
Refer to the FieldServer Configuration Manual in conjunction with the Driver supplements for information
on configuring the QuickServer.
Figure 17: FS-GUI File Transfer

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7.4 Load the Updated Configuration File
7.4.1 Using the FS-GUI to Load a Configuration File
•In the main menu of the FS-GUI screen, click “Setup”, then “File Transfer” and finally “Update”.
•Browse and select the .csv file, open, then click “Submit”.
•Once download is complete, a message bar will appear confirming that the configuration was
updated successfully.
•Click the System Restart Button to put the new file into operation.
NOTE: It is possible to do multiple downloads to the QuickServer before resetting it.
Figure 18: FS-GUI Loading Files