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Network Integration Engine (NIEx9) for Third-PartyIntegrations Product Bulletin

Code No. LIT-12011923MS-NIE29xx-0, MS-NIE39xx-x, MS-NIE49xx-x, MS-NIE59xx-x,MS-NIE89xx-x Software Release 9.0

Issued December 2017Refer to the QuickLIT website for the most up-to-date version of this document.

Important: NIEx9s are compatible with Metasys®system Release 7.0 and later. You mayapply the dual trunk integration feature toNIEx9s purchased prior to the currentrelease by using the NIEx9 Driver Managertool. For information on how to apply thelatest package and license files that supportdual trunks, refer to the NIEx9 DriverManager Application Note (LIT-12011919).

Network Integration Engines (NIEx9s) for third-partyintegrations enable IP connectivity and web-based accessto Metasys® Building Management Systems (BMSs).

NIEx9s leverage standard building managementcommunication technologies, including BACnet® protocol;LONWORKS® protocol; N2 Bus protocol; Modbus®, M-Bus(EN 1434-3), and KNX protocols; and third-partyproprietary protocols to monitor and supervise a widevariety of HVAC, lighting, security, fire, electrical andthermal measuring, and access control equipment. Forthird-party integrations, one NIEx9 can support twoModbus integrations, two M-Bus integrations, or oneintegration of each.

NIEx9s provide comprehensive equipment monitoringand control, scheduling, alarm and event management,energy management, data exchange, data trending, anddata storage.

NIEx9s feature an embedded Site Management Portal(SMP) UI, support multiple concurrent web browsersessions with password and permission access control,and provide the protection of industry-standard IT security.

The NIE29 models enable compact and combinedsolutions including supervisory and control capacity. Theycan be used in smaller facilities where an all-in-one(supervisory, control, and integration) platform is required.

The NIE39/NIE49 models enable cost-effective NIEx9connectivity and control in smaller facilities, and canextend NIEx9 supervisory functions in larger facilities.

The NIE59 models support a comprehensive set ofsupervisory features and functions for large facilities andtechnically advanced buildings and complexes.

The NIE89 is a high-capacity server model that integrateslarge networks into a Metasys network. The NIE89supports either 10,000 or 25,000 objects.

Figure 1: NIE59 Network Integration Engine

Modbus Integrations use a Vendor Generator Express(VGE) tool that creates vendor Modbus definition (VMD)tables for specific third-party equipment. You canpurchase tables from the System Integration ServicesNorth America (SIS-NA) or the SIS-Europe office, or youcan create themwith the VGE tool. The VGE tool requirescertification and licensing for its use. To obtain a license,attend the training listed in

Features and Benefits• Communication Using Commonly Accepted IT Standards at the Automation and Enterprise Level—Allows

you to install a system on your existing IT infrastructure within a building or enterprise and use standard ITcommunication services over the company intranet, WAN, or public Internet with firewall protection.

• Web-Based User Interface—Allows you to access system data in the NIEx9s from any supported web browsingdevice connected to the network, including remote users connected by dial-up telephone or an Internet serviceprovider (ISP).

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• Support for Web Services at the Automation Network Level—Allows you to develop facility-specific advanceddata interfaces and applications.

• Embedded Site Management Portal SystemConfiguration Software—Provides you with password-protectedaccess to system configuration, monitoring, commanding, diagnosis, and cloud-based applications from anydevice with web browser software without the need for separate workstation software.

• Supervision of Controller Networks Including BACnet MS/TP, BACnet IP, N2 Bus, LONWORKS, ModbusRTU, Modbus TCP, M-Bus (EN 1434-3) serial and IP, KNX IP, and third-party protocol devices—Supportsconnectivity to open network standards for complete flexibility in the selection of field devices.

• Support for Dual Trunks—Significantly improves the flexibility and extends the investment of integrations tothird-party equipment. The dual trunk feature potentially reduces the number of NIEx9s required on a projectand allows you to add integrations to existing NIEx9s that are at Release 7.0 and later. You can more easilyadapt to the requirements of projects that have fewer devices that require integration but use separate networksand different protocols.

NIEx9 NetworkingNIEx9s have multiple connection port options that allowyou to build an extremely flexible network at theautomation and enterprise level of your system, as wellas at the field controller and data acquisition levels.

IP Ethernet NetworkNIEx9s connect directly to IP Ethernet networks runningat 10, 100, or 1,000 Mbps (depending on the model).Authorized users log in to the Site Director to access theentireMetasys system for the site. Data transmission onthe network uses standard IT protocols, services, andformats. Networks in different buildings may beinterconnected using standard WAN technologies andnetwork service providers. The speed of transmissiondepends on the technology used.

Remote Access to NIEsThe NIEx9 can be accessed remotely over standardWANinfrastructures, over the Internet using an ISP line, orover the public telephone network using a modem andPoint-to-Point Protocol (PPP). Most NIEx9models supportan external modem.

Launcher ApplicationThe Launcher is a software application that you downloadwhen you browse to any Metasys server or supervisoryengine on the building network. After you install theLauncher software, use it to launch the SMP UI. Fordetails, refer to the Launcher Tool Help (LIT-12011742).

ADS/ADXThe Application and Data Server/Extended Applicationand Data Server (ADS/ADX) is an optional softwarepackage running on a computing platform that providesa location for storage of the system configurationdatabase, trend logs, alarm logs, audit trails, andgraphics.

An ADS/ADX configured as the Site Director allowsmoreconcurrent users and coordinates access to allcomponents on a site connected over the network,Internet, or telephone line via dial-up communication.Refer to the Application and Data Server (ADS) andExtended Application and Data Server (ADX) ProductBulletin (LIT-1201525) for more information.

Field Networks and ProtocolsThe NIEx9 communicates data from one field network toanother and from the field network level to the enterpriseand automation network level, enabling your system tooperate as one virtual control network.

Automation Level CommunicationNIEx9s communicate internal system data usingpeer-to-peer BACnet messaging over the IP Ethernetnetwork. Each NIEx9 shares data and can accessinformation on the other NAEx5s or NIEx9s connectedon the network, which enables coordination and controlof the entire BMS.

BACnet ProtocolThe automation level communication also supports theBACnet protocol and facilitates the network integrationof other systems and devices that use BACnet.


The NIEx9 supports the BACnet services and objectstypically used by a workstation and a field controllerdevice, including BACnet alarm, scheduling, trend, andevent services.

MS/TP FC BusThe BACnet Master-Slave/Token-Passing (MS/TP) FieldController (FC) Bus is a standard peer-to-peer,multiple-master protocol in which each master devicetakes turns originating messages to pass to any deviceon the bus. Via the MS/TP FC Bus, NIEx9s cancommunicate with theMetasys Field Equipment Controller(FEC) family of controllers, including FEC16 and FEC26field equipment controllers; Advanced Application FieldEquipment Controllers (FACs); VMA16 and VMA1832Variable Air Volume controllers; and IOM17, IOM27,IOM37, and IOM47 input/output control modules. NIEx9scan also communicate over the FC Bus with TEC26xxSeries thermostat controllers and third-party MS/TPdevices that comply with the BACnet standard protocolbased on ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135-2004.

N2 BusThe N2 Bus is an open Johnson Controls® fieldcommunications trunk that links Application-SpecificControllers (ASCs) and programmable controllers to asupervisory controller. ASCs include Air Handling Units(AHUs), Unitary Controllers (UNTs), VAV controllers, andVAV Modular Assemblies (VMAs). Programmablecontrollers include the DX9100. The N2 Bus supportsMetasys system compatible devices from othermanufacturers and the Metasys Integrator® system.

LONWORKS BusSpecified NIEx9models can supervise LONWORKS devicesif the network interface follows current LONMARK®guidelines and uses the Free Topology Transceiver(FTT10). The LONWORKS network interface in specifiedNIEx9 models supports all current LONMARK certifieddevices, including Johnson Controls devices such as:

• LN Series Controllers• NexSys® controller line• LONWORKS enabled programmable Flexible System

Controller (FSC).

ModbusModbus is one of the most common Master-Slavecommunication protocols used in the industry. It is openlypublished and royalty-free, making it relatively easy todeploy as an industrial network. Modbus transmits rawbits or words, placing few restrictions on vendors. NIEx9supports both Modbus RTU (RS-485, RS-232) andModbus TCP/IP connectivity. Depending on the protocol,a converter may be required to connect the NIEx9 to aModbus network.

M-BusM-Bus (Meter Bus) is a European standard (EN 1434-3)that applies to heat meters. Heat meters measure theheat absorbed or released by an energy-conveying liquidin a heat-exchange circuit. An M-Bus level converter,such as an RS232-to-M-Bus converter, is required toconnect the NIEx9 to an M-Bus network. For connectionto the Ethernet network, an M-Bus-to-IP level converteris required.

KNX BusKNX Bus is used to control lighting, blinds and shutters,heating, and attendance systems. KNX (KONNEX) wascreated from the EIB (European Installation Bus),BatiBUS, and EHS (European Home System) protocols.A KNX IP Gateway is required to connect the NIEx9 to aKNX network.

Third-Party ProtocolsNIEx9 can supervise different networks that use otherstandards or proprietary protocols. The flexibility of theplatform allows the integration of devices on both serial(RS-232, RS-485) and TCP/IP levels.

Dual Trunk SupportYou can commission an NIEx9 to monitor and controltwo Modbus, two M-Bus, or one Modbus and one M-Busprotocol integrations. This capability reduces the numberof required NIEx9 engines and provides greater flexibilitywhen integrating different equipment. Table 1 illustratesthe different dual trunk combinations supported for eachengine. Some integrations use a protocol converter as arequired accessory. For details, see .


Table 1: Dual Trunk NIEx9 Options

NIE891NIE59NIE39

NIE49

NIE29Dual Trunk LimitsTrunkType

X2 RS232Modbus

X2 RS485

XXX2 TCP

X4 TCP

XX1 RS232

1 RS485

XXX1 RS232

1 TCP

XX1 RS485

1 TCP

X2 RS232M-Bus

X2 RS485

XXX2 TCP

X4 TCP

XX1 RS232

1 RS485

XXX1 RS232

1 TCP

XX1 RS485

1 TCP


Table 1: Dual Trunk NIEx9 Options

NIE891NIE59NIE39

NIE49

NIE29Dual Trunk LimitsTrunkType

X1 RS232 Modbus

1 RS232 M-Bus

Modbusand M-Bus

X1 RS485 Modbus

1 RS485 M-Bus

XX1 RS232 Modbus

1 RS485 M-Bus

XX1 RS485 Modbus

1 RS232 M-Bus

XXX1 TCP Modbus

1 RS232 M-Bus

XX1 TCP Modbus

1 RS485 M-Bus

XXX1 RS232 Modbus

1 TCP M-Bus

XX1 RS485 Modbus

1 TCP M-Bus

XXX1 TCP Modbus

1 TCP M-Bus

X4 TCP Modbus

4 TCP M-Bus

XXX1 TCPKNX

X4 TCP


Figure 2: Metasys Network with Multiple NIEx9s

Software for Efficient BuildingOperationNIEx9s ship with the latest version of theMetasys systemsoftware, which have the following features:

• Metasys Site Management Portal User Interfaceprovides data and graphic screens to supported webbrowsers. Authorized users log in to the NIEx9 usingthe Launcher application to access the SMP UI. Thisembedded user interface is ideal for smaller networksand remote locations where a dedicated computerplatform to support a user interface is not required.

• Remote Services Connection allows easy andsecure communication between theMetasys systemand cloud-based applications. To make thisconnection, the Metasys system requires minorprogramming and setup by Johnson Controls. Whenyou are connected, you can access multiplecloud-based applications and features. To learn more,please visit the Building Management page locatedon the Johnson Controls website.

• Monitor and Control collects data from the fielddevices and then coordinates and sends the requiredcommands to the controlled equipment at the requiredpriority.

• Global Search allows you to search the Metasyssystem and manage lists of objects, which can be

used by other features for commanding, trending,reporting, and object selection.

• Global Command allows you to send a singlecommand to multiple objects and view a log of thecommand results.

• Transaction Recording audits and logs all useractions performed through the NIE.

• Alarm and Event Processing enables NIEx9s tosend alarm and event messages to web browsers,pagers, email servers, NetworkManagement systems,and serial printers, as well as store and view alarmand event logs on the NIEx9 and transfer it to anADS/ADX.

• Historical Trend Data can be collected by NIEx9sfor any monitored value at user-defined intervals, ortrending can be based on change of value (COV).You can use trend logs to analyze building systemperformance and locate system problems. NIEx9trend logs can be transferred to the ADS/ADX atdefined intervals or when the NIEx9 logs are full.

• Totalization Data allows you to monitor energy use(and other consumables) and generate cost reportsto support utility cost reductions. It also provides datafor service, maintenance, and early identification ofbuilding system problems.

• Trend Studies allows you to view multiple trendextensions in a single view to facilitate monitoring andtroubleshooting your Metasys site.


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• Scheduling allows you to define occupancy periodsand start and stop times for mechanical or electricalequipment. Operating parameters can be setaccording to time of day, day of the week, holiday, orfor calendar dates.

• Network-Wide System Interlocking enables NIEx9sto collect field controller data, make logicalcomparisons, and issue relevant commands to otherfield controllers anywhere on the network.

• Optimal Start automatically determines the best timeto start heating and cooling systems to ensure thatthe facility is ready for occupants. It adjusts toseasonal variations and reduces energy use.

• System Security enables an NIEx9 to recognizelegitimate users with valid user IDs and passwordsat the SMP UI. User access data is encrypted in thetransmission and in the NIEx9 database. The systemadministrator manages user profiles, authorizationlevels, user ID, password, and specific NIEx9 dataaccess privileges in each user account.

• Demand Limiting and Load Rolling (DLLR)monitors energy meters for electricity, gas, steam, orwater, and automatically sheds equipment loadsaccording to user-defined levels. Demand Limitinghelps manage utility demand charges. Load Rollingcontrols equipment operating levels to reduce totalenergy consumption. Comfort overrides prioritizeequipment shedding.

• Database Configuration Management allows youto define the Metasys system configuration anddatabase offline for download to the NIE. All therequired database configuration software resides onthe NIEx9 or SCT. You do not need a copy of thedatabase on your local client computer to makeauthorized changes.

Hardware Features

NIE29The NIE29 features an integral FEC that provides directinterface to and control of remote field equipment, suchas large central cooling and heating plants and largebuilt-up AHUs.

The NIE29 has 33 onboard I/O control points and aSensor/Actuator (SA) Bus. The SA Bus allows you toconnect Input/Output Modules (IOMs) and increase theI/O control points in your application. You can alsoconnect NS Series network sensors and supportedvariable-frequency drives (VFDs) to the SA Bus, andintegrate state-of-the-art temperature control and motorspeed control into your NIE29 application. You defineand configure the 33 I/O points on the NIE29 and the I/Opoints and devices on the NIE29 SA Bus in the ControllerConfiguration Tool (CCT) software.

The NIE29 hardware platform also features the following:

• multiple processors for supervisory and direct digitalcontrol

• non-volatile solid-state flash memory to store allprograms and data

• standard USB connection• data protection battery to save data and power the

real-time clock when primary power to the NIE29 isinterrupted

• LEDs to indicate power, communications, and devicecondition to allow easy servicing

• removable, color-coded, screw terminal blocks for 24VAC power, communications bus, and I/O point fieldwiring connections

• standard 9-pin sub-D connector for RS-232-C serialport

• RJ-45 8-pin modular connector for Ethernetconnection

• integral display screen with navigation keypad (onspecified models)

Figure 3: NIE29 Network Integration Engine


NIE39, NIE49, and NIE59Depending on the model, an NIE39, NIE49, and NIE59have the following features for the building controlsmarket:

• industrial single board computer (SBC)• non-volatile solid-state flash memory to store all

programs and data• standard USB connections• battery backup to save data from Dynamic Random

Access Memory (DRAM) into flash memory whenpower to the NIE is interrupted

• real-time clock with battery backup• LEDs to indicate power, communications, and fault,

to allow easy servicing• removable screw terminals for 24 VAC power and

field network bus connections• standard 9-pin sub-D connectors for RS-232-C serial

ports• RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection

Figure 4: NIE39/NIE49 Network Integration Engine

Software Features

NIE89Note: The NIE89 is available as software only.

The NIE89 has a scalable design and integrates largenumbers of third-party devices into yourMetasys network.

The NIE89 supports virtual environments, includingVMWare® and Microsoft® Hyper-V™. Refer to Networkand IT Guidance for the BAS Professional TechnicalBulletin (LIT-12011279) for more information.

The NIE89 features the following:

• support for up to four supervisory devices whenconfigured as a Site Director

• a web-based user interface using HTTP• web services for access to data and services at the

automation network level• routing of event and alarm notifications to an ADS or

ADX (ADS-Lite does not support the NIE89)• the capability to send event and alarm notifications

to pager and email destinations directly• data collection, trend sampling, and audit trail logging• standard protocol clients:

- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)for network device management

- Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) for timeand date synchronization

- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) fordynamic IP address assignment

- Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) for sendingemail notification of alarms and events

The NIE89 does not support:

• BACnet MS/TP field controllers directly• N2 Bus networks• LONWORKS networks• dial-out to an ADS/ADX• device Reset command in the Metasys Site

Management Portal UI• upgrade using the NAE/NIE Update Tool


NIEx9 Series ComparisonTable 2 contains a brief comparison of the features of the different NIEx9 Series engines. (Not all features areavailable on every model in a series.)

Table 2: Comparison of Features for NIEx9 ModelsNIE89NIE59NIE49NIE39NIE29FeaturesN/A2111Number of N2 or BACnet

MS/TP Trunks

1 Ethernet1 RS-232

2 RS-485

1 Ethernet

2 RS-232

1 RS-485

1 Ethernet

2 RS-232

1 RS-485

1 Ethernet

1 RS-232

1 Ethernet

Number of IntegrationPorts (Modbus, M-Bus,KNX)

N/A1001005032Maximum Number of N2 orBACnet MS/TPDevices perTrunk

82222Maximum Number ofIntegrations Supported

255 perintegration, not toexceed a total of1,000 devices

1001005032Maximum Number ofModbus Devices per Port

255 perintegration, not toexceed a total of1,000 devices

2501005032Maximum Number ofM-Bus Devices per Port

1,5001,5001,0001,0001,000Maximum Number of KNXBus Group Addresses

55533Maximum Number of KNXIP Gateways per NIE

55555Maximum Number of NIEsper KNX IP Gateway(Interface Mode)

10,000 (base) or25,000 (upgrade)

5,0002,5002,5002,500Maximum Number ofObjects

NoneNoneNoneNoneNoneInternal Modem

None2221RS-232-C Serial Ports

Minimum of 22111USB Serial Ports

None2111RS-485 Ports

21111Ethernet Ports

N/A1111LON Ports (LON ModelsOnly)

N/A2551276432LONWORKSNetwork Support(Number of Devices)


ConclusionThe NIEx9 affirms Johnson Controls as a leader in theBMS industry and as an innovator of solutions for thecomplete management of buildings. The integration of ITand internet standards into the NIEx9 platform, as wellas the use of open protocols for field networks, bring thebenefits of the global communications and controlindustries into one system. Web browser-based accessfrom any location is a key to the effective use of theautomation network.

The Metasys system continues to be the integratingnetwork within buildings and has now been extended tobridge the gap between traditional control systems andthe business and communication network systems of theenterprise.

TheMetasysNIE andMetasysweb-enabled network areinvestments that yield returns to the building owner andoperator far into the future.

Table 3: NIE29 Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code Number1

Each NIE29 Series model requires a 24 VAC power supply and includes one RS-232-Cserial port, one USB serial port, one SA Bus port, one RS-485 or LON port, one Ethernetport, and an MS-BAT1020-0 Data Protection Battery. Each NIE29 Series model supports33 hard-wired Input/Output points. Up to two ports can be defined for third-party integration.The other ports have to be defined in order to use standard protocols (N2, BACnet MS/TP,or LON). Supports BACnet IP network.

MS-NIE29xx-x (base features oneach NIE29)

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one N2 Bus.The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk depends on the protocol. For theN2 Bus, up to 32 devices are supported.

MS-NIE2910-0

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one N2 Bus.The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk depends on the protocol. For theN2 Bus, up to 32 devices are supported. Includes integral display screen.

MS-NIE2916-0

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4), and one LONWORKS

trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk depends on the protocol.For the N2 Bus, up to 32 devices are supported. For the LONWORKS trunk, up to 32 devicesare supported.

MS-NIE2920-0

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4), and one LONWORKS

network trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk depends on theprotocol. For the LONWORKS trunk, up to 32 devices are supported. Includes integral displayscreen.

MS-NIE2926-0

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one BACnetMS/TP (RS-485) trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk dependson the protocol. For the BACnet MS/TP trunk, up to 32 devices are supported.

MS-NIE2960-0

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one BACnetMS/TP (RS-485) trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk dependson the protocol. For the BACnet MS/TP trunk, up to 32 devices are supported. Includesintegral display screen.

MS-NIE2966-0

1 For repair parts, add -700 after the code number (for example, MS-NIE2910-700).2 Modbus RTU (RS-485) may require an RS-232/RS-485 converter. See Table 9.3 M-Bus protocol requires the addition of an external level converter. M-Bus can also be used over either serial or IP. See

Table 10.4 KNX protocol can only be used over IP and requires the addition of the KNX IP gateway. See Table 11.



Each NIE39 Series model requires a 24 VAC power supply. Each model includes twoRS-232-C serial ports, one USB serial port, one RS-485 or LON port, one Ethernet port,and an MS-BAT1020-0 Data Protection Battery. Up to two ports can be defined for third-partyintegration. The other ports have to be defined in order to use standard protocols (N2,BACnet MS/TP, or LON). Supports BACnet IP network.

MS-NIE39xx-x (Base Features ofEach NIE39)

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one N2 Busor one BACnet MS/TP (RS-485) trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-partytrunk depends on the protocol. For the N2 Bus or BACnet MS/TP trunk, up to 50 devicesare supported.

MS-NIE3910-2

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one LONWORKS

trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk depends on the protocol.For the LONWORKS trunk, up to 64 devices are supported.

MS-NIE3920-2




Each NIE49 Series model requires a 24 VAC power supply. Each model includes twoRS-232-C serial ports, one USB serial port, one RS-485 or LON port, one Ethernet port,and an MS-BAT1020-0 Data Protection Battery. Up to two ports can be defined for third-partyintegration. The other ports have to be defined in order to use standard protocols (N2,BACnet MS/TP, or LON). Supports BACnet IP network.

MS-NIE49xx-x (Base features ofeach NIE49)

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one N2 Busor one BACnet MS/TP (RS-485) trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-partytrunk depends on the protocol. For the N2 Bus or BACnet MS/TP trunk, up to 100 devicesare supported.

MS-NIE4910-2

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and one LONWORKS

trunk. The number of supported devices on the third-party trunk depends on the protocol.For the LONWORKS trunk, up to 127 devices are supported.

MS-NIE4920-2




Table 6: NIE59-3 Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code Number1

Each NIE59-3 Series model requires a 24 VAC power supply. Each model includes twoRS-232-C serial ports, two USB serial ports, two RS-485 ports, one Ethernet port, and oneMS-BAT1010-0 Data Protection Battery. Supports up to 100 devices on each N2 or BACnetMS/TP trunk and up to 100 devices on the integration trunk. Up to two ports can be definedfor third-party integration. The other ports have to be defined in order to use standardprotocols (N2, BACnet MS/TP, or LON). Supports BACnet IP network.

MS-NIE59xx-3 (Base Features ofEach NIE59)

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4) and two N2 orBACnet MS/TP (RS-485) trunks. The number of supported devices depends on third-partyprotocol. For the N2 or BACnet MS/TP (RS-485) trunk, up to 100 devices are supported.

MS-NIE5960-3

Supports two third-party trunks (Modbus RTU2 or TCP, M-Bus3, or KNX4), two N2 or BACnetMS/TP (RS-485) trunks, and one LONWORKSNetwork trunk. The number of supported devicesdepends on protocol. For each N2 or BACnet MS/TP (RS-485) trunk, up to 100 devices aresupported. For the LONWORKS trunk, up to 255 devices are supported.

MS-NIE5920-3



Table 7: NIE89 Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code NumberNew NIE89 software only; for new installations or projectsMS-NIE89SW-01

Upgrade NIE89 software; for existing NIE89sMS-NIE89SW-61

Modbus driver for NIE89; supports up to 4 Modbus integrations.MS-MODBUSN89-02

M-Bus driver for NIE89; supports up to 4 M-Bus integrations.MS-MBUSN89-02

KNX driver for NIE89; supports up to 4 KNX integrations.MS-KNXN89-02

15,000 object expansion upgrade for NIE89 (one expansion only per NIE89)MS-15KUPG-0

1 Standard NIE89 models support 10,000 objects; an expansion upgrade is available to support an additional 15,000 objects.2 Must be ordered and licensed with the NIE89 in order to use this protocol.

Table 8: NIEx9 Accessories Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code NumberReplacement data protection battery for NAE55 and NIE59. Rechargeable gel cell battery:12 V, 1.2 Ah, with a typical life of 3 to 5 years at 21°C (70°F)

MS-BAT1010-0

Replacement data protection battery for NAE35, NIE39, NAE45, NIE45, NIE49, NCE25, orNIE29. Rechargeable NiMH 3.6 VDC, 500 mAh battery with a typical life of 5 to 7 years at21°C (70°F). (Higher operating temperatures reduce battery life.)

MS-BAT1020-0

Table 9: Modbus Accessories Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code NumberRS232-to-RS485 converter, 230 VACIU-9100-8401 (Europe)1

RS232-to-RS485 converter, 24 VACIU-9100-8404 (Europe) orBM485-CIP (North America)1

1 European market: order this accessory in AOMS from the Essen Distribution Center. North American market: order thisaccessory from duTec (http://www.interfaceconverter.com or 1-800-248-1632), specify vendor #290904.


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Table 10: M-Bus Accessories Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code NumberRS232-to-M-Bus level converter for up to 6 unit loads; 24 VAC/VDCSIS-MBUSSCSL-0E1

RS232-to-M-Bus level converter for up to 100 unit loads; 24 VAC/VDCSIS-MBUSSCLL-0E1

RS232-to-M-Bus level repeater for up to 100 unit loads; 24 VAC/VDCSIS-MBUSRPLL-0E1

RS232-to-M-Bus level repeater for up to 100 unit loads; 230 VACSIS-MBUSRPLH-0E1

IP-to-M-Bus level converter for up to 100 unit loads; 24 VAC/VDCSIS-MBUSNCLL-0E1

IP-to-M-Bus level converter for up to 100 unit loads; 230 VACSIS-MBUSNCLH-0E1

Optional connection cable SUB-D to RJ-12 for use with SIS-MBUSSCLL-0EINT-DX-KAB011

1 European market: order this accessory in AOMS from the Essen Distribution Center.

Table 11: KNX Accessories Ordering InformationDescriptionProduct Code NumberKNX IP interface module to connect KNX line through Ethernet to an NIEx9SIS-KNXNIXL-0E1

KNX IP router to connect KNX line through Ethernet to an NIEx9, including line or areacoupler functionality

SIS-KNXNRXL-0E1

1 European market: order this accessory in AOMS from the Essen Distribution Center.

Modbus Integrations require one or more vendor Modbus definition (VMD) tables for specific third-party equipment.You can purchase tables from your regional System Integration Services (SIS) office, or you can create the tableswith the VMD Generator Express (VGE) tool. To obtain a license, attend the training listed in the following table.

Table 12: VGE Tool TrainingDescriptionProduct Code NumberVGE Tool Software Training (North America)

The VGE tool is required to generate custom Modbus mapping tables for the NIE.

C-10077

VGE Tool Software Software Training (Europe and Asia)

The VGE tool is required to generate custom Modbus mapping tables for the NIE.

PTK-CONT-26


Technical SpecificationsTable 13: NIE29

Dedicated nominal 24 VAC, Class 2 power supply (North America), safety extra-low voltage(SELV) power supply (Europe), at 50/60 Hz (20 VAC minimum to 30 VAC maximum)

Power Requirement

25 VA maximum for NCE25 only

The 25 VA rating does not include any power supplied to devices connected at the NIEbinary outputs (BOs). Binary output devices connected to and powered by an NIE canrequire an additional 125 VA (maximum).

Power Consumption

0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); 10 to 90% RH, 30°C (86°F) maximum dew pointAmbient Operating Conditions

-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F); 5 to 95% RH, 30°C (86°F) maximum dew pointAmbient Storage Conditions

Supports data protection on power failure. Rechargeable NiMH battery: 3.6 VDC 500 mAh,with a typical life of 5 to 7 years at 21°C (70°F); Product Code Number: MS-BAT1020-0

Data Protection Battery

Supervisory Controller: 192 MHz Renesas® SH4 7760 RISC processor

Field Controller: 20 MHz Renesas H8S2398 processor

Processors

Supervisory Controller: 128 MB flash nonvolatile memory for operating system,configuration data, and operations data storage and backup and 128 MB synchronousdynamic random access memory (SDRAM) for operations data dynamic memory

Field Controller: 1 MB flash and 1 MB RAM

Memory

Microsoft® Windows® CE embeddedOperating System

MS-NIE292x-0 (LON)

• One Ethernet port: 10/100 Mbps; 8-pinRJ-45 connector

• One optically isolated RS-485 SA Busport; with a pluggable and keyed4-position terminal block

• One RS-232-C serial port: standard 9-pinsub-D connectors, that support allstandard baud rates

• One USB serial port: standard USBconnector to support an optional,user-supplied external modem

• One LONWORKS port; FTT10 78 Kbps;pluggable, keyed 3-position terminalblock

MS-NIE291x-0 (MS/TP) or MS-NIE296x-0(N2)


• One optically isolated RS-485 FC Busport or N2 Bus port; with a pluggable andkeyed 4-position terminal block

• One optically isolated RS-485 SA Busport; with a pluggable and keyed4-position terminal block

• One RS-232-C serial port: standard 9-pinsub-D connectors, that support allstandard baud rates

• One USB serial port: standard USBconnector to support an optional,user-supplied external modem

Network and Serial Interfaces

Analog Input Points: 16-bit resolution

Analog Output Points: 16-bit resolution and +200 mV accuracy on 0-10 VDC applications

Analog Input/Analog Output

Resolution and Accuracy

155 x 270 x 64 mm (6.1 x 10.6 x 2.5 in.)

Minimum mounting space required: 250 x 370 x 110 mm (9.8 x 14.6 x 4.3 in.)

Dimensions (Height x Width xDepth)

Plastic housing

Plastic material: ABS and polycarbonate

Protection: IP20 (IEC60529)

Housing

On flat surface with screws on three mounting clips or a single 35 mm DIN railMounting

1.2 kg (2.7 lb)Shipping Weight


Table 13: NIE29United States: UL Listed, File E107041, CCN PAZX, UL 916, Energy ManagementEquipment, FCC Compliant to CFR47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class A

Compliance

Canada:UL Listed, File E107041, CCNPAZX7, CAN/CSAC22.2 No. 205, Signal Equipment,Industry Canada Compliant, ICES-003

Europe CE Mark - Johnson Controls declares that this product is in compliance with theessential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive.

Australia and New Zealand RCM Mark, Australia/NZ Emissions Compliant

BACnet International: BACnet Testing Laboratories™ (BTL) 135-2010 Listed BACnetBuilding Controller (B-BC)

Table 14: NIE39 and NIE49Dedicated nominal 24 VAC, Class 2 power supply (North America), SELV power supply(Europe), at 50/60 Hz (20 VAC minimum to 30 VAC maximum)

Power Requirement

25 VA maximumPower Consumption

0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); 10–90% RH, 30°C (86°F) maximum dew pointAmbient Operating Conditions

-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F); 5–95% RH, 30°C (86°F) maximum dew pointAmbient Storage Conditions

Supports data protection on power failure. Rechargeable NiMH battery: 3.6 VDC 500 mAh,with a typical life of 5 to 7 years at 21°C (70°F); Product Code Number: MS-BAT1020-0


192 MHz Renesas® SH4 7760 RISC processorProcessor

128 MB flash nonvolatile memory for operating system, configuration data, and operationsdata storage and backup and 128 MB SDRAM for operations data dynamic memory

Memory

Microsoft® Windows® CE embeddedOperating System

MS-NIE3920-2/MS-NIE4920-2 (LON)


• One optically isolated RS-485 port:9,600, 19.2k, 38.4k, or 76.8k baud;pluggable and keyed 4 position terminalblocks

• Two RS-232-C serial ports: standard9-pin sub-D connectors, that support allstandard baud rates

• Two USB 2.0 serial ports: standard USBconnectors support an optional,user-supplied external modem

• One LONWORKS port; FTT10 78 Kbps;pluggable, keyed 3-position terminalblock

MS-NIE3910-2/MS-NIE4910-2 (MS/TP)


• One optically isolated RS-485 port: 9,600,19.2k, 38.4k, or 76.8k baud; pluggableand keyed 4 position terminal blocks

• Two RS-232-C serial ports: standard9-pin sub-D connectors, that support allstandard baud rates

• Two USB 2.0 serial ports: standard USBconnectors support an optional,user-supplied external modem


Plastic housing material: ABS + polycarbonate

UL94-5VB Protection: IP20 (IEC 60529)

Housing

On flat surface with screws on three mounting clips or a single 35 mm DIN railMounting

131 x 270 x 62 mm (5.2 x 10.6 x 2.5 in.)

Minimum space for mounting NIE: 210 x 350 x 110 mm (8.3 x 13.8 x 4.3 in.)

Dimensions (Height x Width xDepth)



Table 14: NIE39 and NIE49United States: UL Listed, File E107041, CCN PAZX, UL 916, Energy ManagementEquipment; FCC Compliant to CFR47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class A

UL Listed, File S4977, UUKL 864 - 9th Edition, Smoke Control Equipment (MS-NIE39x0-2Uand MS-NIE49x0-2U models only)

Compliance

Canada:UL Listed, File E107041, CCNPAZX7, CAN/CSAC22.2 No. 205, Signal Equipment;Industry Canada Compliant, ICES-003

Europe: CE Mark – Johnson Controls declares that this product is in compliance with theessential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive.

Australia and New Zealand: RCM Mark, Australia/NZ Emissions Compliant

BACnet International: BTL 135-2010 Listed B-BC

Table 15: NIE59xx-3Dedicated nominal 24 VAC, Class 2 power supply (North America), SELV power supply(Europe), at 50/60 Hz (20 VAC minimum to 30 VAC maximum)

Power Requirement

50 VA maximumPower Consumption

0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F); 10 to 90% RH, 30°C (86°F) maximum dew pointAmbient Operating Conditions

-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F); 5 to 95% RH, 30°C (86°F) maximum dew pointAmbient Storage Conditions

Supports data protection on power failure. Rechargeable gel cell battery: 12 V, 1.2 Ah, witha typical life of 3 to 5 years at 21°C (70°F); Product Code Number: MS-BAT1010-0


Maintains real-time clock through a power failure. Onboard cell: typical life of 10 years at21°C (70°F)

Clock Battery

1.46 GHz Intel Atom® Bay Trail E3815 processor for MS-NIE59xx-3 modelsProcessor

16 GB flash nonvolatile memory for operating system, configuration data, and operationsdata storage and backup for MS-NIE59xx-3 models.

2 GB DDR3 SDRAM for operations data dynamic memory for all models

Memory

Johnson Controls® OEM Version of Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 7 with SP1(WES7)

Operating System

MS-NIE5920-1 (LON)

• One Ethernet port: 10/100/1,000 Mbps; 8-pinRJ-45 connector

• Two optically isolated RS-485 ports: 9,600,19.2k, 38.4k, or 76.8k baud; pluggable andkeyed 4 position terminal blocks

• Two RS-232-C serial ports: standard 9-pinsub-D connectors, that support all standardbaud rates

• Two USB 2.0 serial ports: standard USBconnectors support an optional, user-suppliedexternal modem

• One LONWORKS port; FTT10 78 Kbps;pluggable, keyed 3-position terminal block

MS-NIE5960-1 (MS/TP)

• One Ethernet port: 10/100/1,000Mbps; 8-pin RJ-45 connector

• Two optically isolated RS-485 ports:9,600, 19.2k, 38.4k, or 76.8k baud;pluggable and keyed 4 positionterminal blocks

• Two RS-232-C serial ports: standard9-pin sub-D connectors, that supportall standard baud rates

• Two USB 2.0 serial ports: standardUSB connectors support an optional,user-supplied external modem


Plastic housing with internal metal shield

Plastic material: ABS + polycarbonate; Protection: IP20 (IEC 60529)

Housing

On flat surface with screws on four mounting feet or on dual 35 mm DIN railMounting

226 x 332 x 96.5 mm (8.9 x 13.1 x 3.8 in.) including mounting feet

Minimum space for mounting: 303 x 408 x 148 mm (12.0 x 16.1 x 5.8 in.)

Dimensions(Height x Width xDepth)



Table 15: NIE59xx-3United States: UL Listed, File E107041, CCN PAZX, UL 916, Energy ManagementEquipment, FCC Compliant to CFR47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class A

Compliance

Canada: UL Listed, File E107041, CCNPAZX7, CAN/CSAC22.2 No. 205, Signal Equipment,Industry Canada Compliant, ICES-003

Europe: CE Mark - Johnson Controls declares that this product is in compliance with theessential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC Directive.

Australia and New Zealand: RCM Mark, Australia/NZ Emissions Compliant

BACnet International: BTL 35-2010 Listed B-BC

Table 16: Computer Recommendations for NIE89 Installation/UpgradeIntel® Xeon® E5506, 2.13 GHz, 4 MB Cache

2 x 160 GB 7.2K SATA, 8.9 cm (3.5 in.) Cabled

3 Gbps, RAID 1 configuration with add-in SAS6/iR (SATA/SAS Controller)

Recommended ComputerPlatform

8 GB RAM minimumRecommended Memory

160 GB minimumHard Disk

• Windows® Server® 2016 (64-bit)• Windows® Server® 2012 R2 with Update 1 (64-bit)• Windows® Server® 2012 (64-bit)

Note: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 Service Pack (SP) 1 andMicrosoft .NET Framework4.6.1 are required for any of the operating systems.

Supported 64-bit OperatingSystems and Software

Windows® 10 Pro and Enterprise Editions with Anniversary Update (version 1703) (64-bit)

Windows® 8.1 Pro and Enterprise Editions with Update 1 (64-bit)

Windows® 7 Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate Editions with SP1 (64-bit)

Windows® 7 Professional, Enterprise, and Ultimate Editions with SP1 (32-bit)

Apple® macOS® 10.12 Sierra

Apple® OS X® 10.11 El Capitan

Apple OS X 10.10 Yosemite

Note: Apple operating systems are supported for Metasys client computers only. Also, inApple OS X, you cannot view Graphics+ graphics in the Site Management PortalUI.

Supported Operating Systemsfor Metasys Client Computers

DVD ROM, SATAInternal Optical Drive

Windows® Internet Explorer® 11.0.9600.18816 Update version 11.0.47 or later

Note: In Internet Explorer 11, select the Use Microsoft compatibility lists option, foundunder Tools > Compatibility View Settings, to ensure that websites appear andfunction correctly.

Google® Chrome™ version 61 or later

Apple® Safari® 11 or later

Other browsers, such as Mozilla® Firefox®, may also be used but are not fully supported.

Supported Web BrowserSoftware for Metasys SiteManagement Portal ClientComputers

Microsoft Hyper-V™, VMWare®Supported Virtual Environments


Table 16: Computer Recommendations for NIE89 Installation/UpgradeSelectable Network Interface (if computer has multiple network cards, during installation,select the network card that was configured for Metasys system use before installation)

Ethernet network interface card 10/100/1000 Mbps (100 Mbps or better recommended)

Network Communication

Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)

Smart-UPS SC 450VA, 280 W, 120 VAC input/output, NEMA 5-15R output connections,OEM Part No. SC450RM1U

Recommended Data Protection

The performance specifications are nominal and conform to acceptable industry standard. For application at conditionsbeyond these specifications, consult the local Johnson Controls office. Johnson Controls shall not be liable fordamages resulting from misapplication or misuse of its products.

North American Emissions ComplianceUnited States Emissions Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference whenthis equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmfulinterference, in which case the users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Canadian Emissions Compliance

This Class (A) digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing EquipmentRegulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe (A) respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur duCanada.

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