The Siemens NIC-C is a network interface card for the FireFinder XLS control platform, providing XNET or HNET network communication between enclosures and CAN communication within a cabinet for multi-node fire alarm systems.

Compliance

• UL 864 (control unit accessory)
• ULC listed
• NFPA 72 compliant

Key features

• XNET or HNET network communication between FireFinder XLS enclosures
• Wiring selectable Style 4 or Style 7
• Supervises the network and isolates short-circuit faults per segment
• CAN communication within or external to the enclosure
• Reports events to the Network Command Center
• One card per FireFinder XLS node connected to XNET

Siemens intelligent interface and network modules extend the addressable loop and the FireFinder XLS / Cerberus PRO network, mapping conventional zones, signaling circuits or inter-cabinet communication into the system map. They give designers a clean path to integrate legacy hardware and multi-node campuses without rewiring the whole premises.

Verify panel and device family compatibility before ordering.