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CONNECTIVITY

CONNECTIVITY AND SOFTWARE

TOOLS

ABB drives are connected to automation
systems using embedded protocols
and fieldbus adapters. All major fieldbus
protocols are supported allowing flexibility
and compatibility with the automation
system. Different software tools and
remote monitoring solutions offer support
throughout the drive’s life cycle.

TOOLS FOR REMOTE CONNECTION

NETA-21 for remote monitoring
Software tools Integration and
NETA-21 allows access to a drive via a local internet connection and a standard web browser.
programming This enables easy application and drive diagnostics, monitoring, configuration and even
drive control when needed.
ABB drives are supported by a selection • Drive application builder
of software tools used for drive selection, • Automation builder
commissioning, programming, daily • Mint workbench
operation and maintenance, monitoring, • ABB Ability™ operations data Bluetooth control panel for safe access
and process tuning. management - zenon
(1)
The optional Bluetooth control panel enables connection with the Drivetune mobile app.
The app is available for free from Google Play and the Apple App store. Together with the
Drivetune app and the Bluetooth control panel, users can, for example, commission and
Start-up and Engineering and monitor the drive remotely.

maintenance tools sales tools
Ability™ Mobile Connect for drives (2)
• Drive Composer entry/pro • Drive and motor selector
• DriveWindow Light • Ecodesign tool
This is an online platform consisting of the Mobile Connect web portal and Drivetune mobile
• Drive Manager • DriveSize
application. The platform offers partners an opportunity to provide online technical support
• EnergySave calculator
to their customers without any complex connectivity infrastructure – just a mobile phone
• Functional safety design tool
and Bluetooth keypad on the drive is needed.
Mobile tools • ABB Ability™ virtual commissioning
• Drivetune
(1)
Check compatibility with the product
(2) Check availability with IPD
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