{"product_id":"ic697cmm731-ge-fanuc-series-90-70-broadband-lan-module","title":"IC697CMM731 GE Fanuc Series 90-70 Broadband LAN Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE Fanuc IC697CMM731 Series 90-70 Broadband LAN Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGE Fanuc IC697CMM731\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eIC697CMM731\u003c\/strong\u003e Broadband LAN Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for broadband LAN network interfacing within GE Series 90-70 PLC platforms. The module manages real-time network traffic across MAP 3.0 channels, transferring industrial data between Series 90-70 PLCs, supervisory computers, and human-machine interfaces. It interfaces directly with the backplane parallel bus to convert internal controller commands into broadband local area network frames without interrupting CPU scan timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC697CMM731\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Fanuc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.27 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard single-slot Series 90-70 form factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDraws power directly from IC697 rack backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGE Series 90-70 PLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroadband LAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMAP 3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMAP Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull MAP 3.0 channel support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Bus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard IC697 Series 90-70 parallel backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Slot Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle rack slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackplane Bus Communication Velocity \u0026amp; Network Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IC697CMM731 utilizes the high-speed Series 90-70 backplane bus to maintain deterministic data throughput between the main CPU and external broadband LAN networks. Internal microprocessor circuitry executes protocol stack handling locally, preserving high backplane bus communication velocity for local I\/O processing while offloading MAP 3.0 frame generation. The module maintains strict firmware flash compatibility across legacy IC697 rack revisions, allowing high-density I\/O configurations to transmit telemetry and control flags across broadband networks without causing backplane bus contention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the IC697CMM731 interface with the main Series 90-70 CPU across the backplane?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module plugs into any standard single slot of an IC697 rack and uses dual-port RAM across the Series 90-70 backplane bus to exchange MAP 3.0 network buffers directly with CPU memory without slowing down controller sweep time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What network protocols does the IC697CMM731 hardware execute?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module executes the full Manufacturing Automation Protocol (MAP 3.0) stack over a broadband physical layer, enabling structured device-to-device messaging across distributed industrial networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is extra external power required to operate the IC697CMM731 communication board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the module receives all required logic and interface power directly from the backplane bus, powered by the primary IC697 rack power supply unit (such as an IC697PWR711 or IC697PWR748).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert the IC697CMM731 vertically into a designated slot within an IC697 Series 90-70 rack, ensuring full seating of backplane connectors before tightening the top and bottom retaining screws. Power off the rack prior to module insertion or removal to protect sensitive backplane communication transceivers from voltage spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoute broadband coaxial interface cabling through dedicated, grounded metallic conduits separate from high-voltage AC motor wires and switching inductors. Ground cable shields at a single chassis ground point to prevent ground loops that induce high-frequency signal degradation on MAP 3.0 channels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43876829855843,"sku":"IC697CMM731","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/225_5c9a25a9-df14-4343-b794-f49842489b1f.jpg?v=1765176570","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/ic697cmm731-ge-fanuc-series-90-70-broadband-lan-module","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}