What Is SCADA? Supervisory Control Without Replacing the PLC
SCADA sits above PLCs and RTUs: it acquires field data, alarms operators, and issues supervisory commands across plants and remote assets—without replacing local deterministic control.

Designed for complex high-performance automation tasks, the Beckhoff CX2030-0123 CPU module serves as the central processing unit within the CX2000 Embedded PC series. This industrial controller integrates a dual-core Intel Core i7 processor and comprehensive connectivity, enabling execution of demanding PLC, motion control, and high-speed visualization applications in heavy industrial environments.
The module communicates seamlessly with standard I/O systems through its connection to a power supply module, featuring automatic recognition of E-bus (EtherCAT) and K-bus (Bus Terminals) architectures. Its passive cooling configuration reduces moving parts, enhancing overall system reliability and minimizing downtime in environments susceptible to dust or vibration.
| Manufacturer | Beckhoff |
| Part Number/Model | CX2030-0123 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7 2610UE 1.5 GHz (Dual-Core) |
| Main Memory | 2 GB DDR3 RAM (expandable to 4 GB) |
| Persistent Memory | 128 kB NOVRAM |
| Flash Memory | 20 GB or 40 GB CFast flash card (OS-dependent) |
| Interfaces | 2 x RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbit/s, 1 x DVI-I, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x optional interface slot |
| I/O Connection | Via power supply module (E-bus or K-bus, automatic recognition) |
| Supply Voltage | 24 V DC (-15 percent / +20 percent) |
| Max. Power Consumption | 27 W |
| Cooling | Passive (optional active cooling ex factory) |
| Operating System Support | Windows Embedded Compact 7, Windows Embedded Standard 7 P, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2016 LTSB, TwinCAT/BSD |
| Control Software | TwinCAT 2 runtime, TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR) |
| TwinCAT 3 Platform Level | Mid Performance (60) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 144 mm x 99 mm x 91 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1165 g |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +60 degC |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +85 degC |
| Relative Humidity | 95 percent, non-condensing |
| Protection Rating | IP20 |
| EMC Immunity/Emission | Conforms to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4 |
| Vibration/Shock Resistance | Conforms to EN 60068-2-6 and EN 60068-2-27 |
| Interface/Port | Function |
|---|---|
| RJ45 (LAN1, LAN2) | Dual independent 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Gigabit Ethernet ports for network and EtherCAT communication. |
| DVI-I | Video output connection for analog or digital user interface displays. |
| USB (1 to 4) | Four USB 2.0 ports for connecting external storage devices, keyboards, or pointers. |
| Optional Slot | Factory-configurable interface slot for optional communication modules. |
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| Country of origin |
Germany
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