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What is a Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)?

A virtual local area network (VLAN) segments a physical network into smaller, isolated networks. It can help improve security and performance on a network. Layer 2 switches may create and segment VLANs but cannot route…

What is a Layer 3 Network Switch?

A layer 3 network switch operates at the Network Layer of the OSI model. Click here for more information about the OSI Model. Layer 3 network switches forward data based on IP addresses. Unlike layer 2 network…

What is a Layer 2 Network Switch?

A layer 2 network switch operates at the Data Link Layer of the OSI model. Click here for more information about the OSI Model. Layer 2 network switches forward data based on MAC addresses. They…

What is a UDP Port?

A UDP port is a communication endpoint for transmitting data between devices on a network using the UDP protocol. On Maple Systems products, UDP ports enable fast, connectionless communication for applications like broadcast messaging or…

What is a TCP Port

A TCP port is a communication endpoint for transmitting data between devices on a network using the TCP protocol. On Maple Systems products, TCP ports facilitate connections between HMIs, PLCs, and other networked devices for…

Do Web HMIs work with HTTPS?

Yes, our Web HMIs run web-based applications. This refers to any program that runs on a server and is accessible via a web browser using HTTP/HTTPS. these applications can range from simple dashboards to complex…

What is a Web HMI?

Web HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) are display units that use a Web Browser to act as a Web Client to visualize internal contents of PLCs and other devices. They offer a versatile and secure means…