Based on Anybus and proprietary technologies, IXXAT INpact comes in standard and low-profile formats and lets users connect their PC-based slave application to EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, PROFINET IRT/RT, Powerlink, and standard TCP/IP. Uniform driver concept allows user to switch between protocols without extensive programming as well as utilize future protocol extensions and developments. Two-port Ethernet interface (10/100 Mbit, RJ45s) supports protocol-specific switch functions.