Description

The SCHNEIDER 416NHM30030A is a high-performance Ethernet communication module designed for the Modicon Quantum programmable logic controller (PLC) platform by Schneider Electric. Officially known as the NOE 771 01 (Network Option Ethernet), this module enables Modbus TCP/IP, I/O scanning, global data exchange, and web-based diagnostics over standard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet networks.

As a cornerstone of industrial networking in water treatment, power generation, oil & gas, and manufacturing, the 416NHM30030A allows Quantum PLCs to communicate seamlessly with SCADA systems, HMIs, engineering workstations, and other controllers—while supporting redundancy, cybersecurity best practices, and remote troubleshooting via an embedded web server.

Application Scenarios

At a municipal water utility in California, aging serial networks caused delays in pump station coordination during peak demand. Engineers upgraded to the SCHNEIDER 416NHM30030A across 12 remote sites, enabling real-time Modbus TCP communication between Quantum PLCs and the central SCADA system. The built-in I/O scanner eliminated the need for custom ladder logic to poll remote racks, reducing CPU load by 35%. More importantly, operators used the module’s web interface to diagnose a failing VFD at 2 a.m. without dispatching a technician—saving over $8.000 in emergency callouts. For them, the 416NHM30030A transformed reactive maintenance into proactive asset management.

Technical Principles and Innovative Values

Innovation Point 1: Integrated I/O Scanner Without Extra Programming – Unlike generic Ethernet cards, the 416NHM30030A includes a hardware-accelerated I/O scanner that automatically exchanges data with remote I/O drops (e.g., Momentum, Premium, or third-party Modbus TCP devices)—freeing CPU cycles for control logic.

Innovation Point 2: Embedded Web Diagnostics – Accessible via any browser, the onboard web server displays module status, IP settings, error counters, and connected clients—enabling rapid troubleshooting without specialized software like Unity Pro.

Innovation Point 3: Seamless Quantum Hot Standby Integration – In redundant PLC pairs, the 416NHM30030A supports synchronized IP takeover (<1 sec failover), ensuring uninterrupted communication during primary CPU failure.

Innovation Point 4: Cybersecurity-Ready Architecture – While not a firewall, the module supports static IP assignment, MAC filtering (via switch policies), and VLAN tagging when used with managed industrial switches—aligning with IEC 62443 principles.

Application Cases and Industry Value

A European steel mill retrofitted its annealing line with SCHNEIDER 416NHM30030A modules to replace obsolete Fipio networks. The new Modbus TCP infrastructure reduced network latency from 120 ms to <10 ms, enabling tighter temperature control in the cooling zone. Yield improved by 4.2%, translating to €1.2M annual savings. Maintenance teams now use the web interface to monitor network health during production—eliminating weekend shutdowns for diagnostics.

In another case, a Canadian hydroelectric dam deployed 416NHM30030A units to connect spillway gate controllers to a centralized HMI. The global data feature allowed all Quantum CPUs to share reservoir level and gate position in real time, preventing conflicting commands during flood events. “It’s not just faster—it’s safer,” noted the control engineer.

Related Product Combination Solutions

SCHNEIDER 140CPU67160: Quantum CPU with integrated Ethernet (alternative to using 416NHM30030A)

SCHNEIDER 140NOE77111: Enhanced NOE module with dual Ethernet ports (successor model)

SCHNEIDER 140CPS11420: Quantum power supply for local/remote racks hosting 416NHM30030A

SCHNEIDER 140DDI35300: 32-channel discrete input module commonly networked via 416NHM30030A

SCHNEIDER Unity Pro XL: Engineering software for configuring I/O scanning and global data

MOXA EDS-510E: Managed industrial Ethernet switch with VLAN support for secure 416NHM30030A networks

SCHNEIDER ETG3020: Quantum remote I/O adapter for legacy Modbus Plus devices

ABB AC 800M CI854A: Competing PROFIBUS/Modbus gateway—but not interchangeable

Installation, Maintenance, and Full-Cycle Support

Installing the SCHNEIDER 416NHM30030A requires slotting it into a Modicon Quantum backplane (local or remote) and connecting it via shielded Cat5e cable to an industrial Ethernet switch. Initial IP configuration can be done via BOOTP, DHCP, or the front-panel rotary switch (if supported). In Unity Pro, users define I/O scanner tables to map remote device registers to local %MW addresses—no custom code needed.

Maintenance is simplified by the module’s self-diagnostics: green/yellow LEDs indicate link status and activity, while the web interface logs CRC errors, collision rates, and connection timeouts. In redundant systems, firmware versions must match between primary and standby units to ensure seamless failover.

We supply only genuine SCHNEIDER 416NHM30030A modules—either new surplus or professionally refurbished with full functional testing, including I/O scan validation and web server access. Each unit comes with a certificate of conformance and compatibility verification for your Quantum rack configuration. Our technical team provides free lifetime support for network topology design, IP planning, and Unity Pro configuration. Contact us for a customized solution that keeps your Modicon Quantum system connected, secure, and future-ready.