TOP Server - Industrial OPC Connectivity for 100's of Devices

TOP Server is a powerful software solution that provides industrial OPC connectivity for hundreds of devices. It offers a wide range of standard interfaces, including OPC UA, OPC DA, AVEVA (formerly Wonderware) SuiteLink, and more. With its extensive driver list, compatibility with client software applications, and flexible features, TOP Server is ideal for use in virtually any industry. In this article, we will explore the key features and benefits of TOP Server.

1. Industrial Automation and Control Software Connectivity:

TOP Server connects various hardware systems to a variety of industrial automation and control software, such as HMI, SCADA, MES, and Historians [[1]](https://products.softwaretoolbox.com/top-server/opc-da-ua-suitelink-drivers). It supports OPC standards, ensuring compatibility with any OPC compliant HMI/SCADA, Historian, and MES systems. Additionally, TOP Server offers OPC Interoperability Options for compatibility with certain non-compliant behaviors.

2. Vendor-Specific Interfaces:

In addition to OPC interfaces, TOP Server supports vendor-specific interfaces. This allows seamless integration with specific hardware systems and protocols, expanding its compatibility and usability.

3. Flexible and Powerful Features:

TOP Server includes a range of flexible and powerful features designed to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and maximize driver compatibility with a wide range of devices. These features include:

   - Native multiple CPU/processor, core, and hyper-threading support with user-configurable processor settings for high performance and flexibility.

   - Modular architecture and a common user interface that lowers training costs by allowing users to apply knowledge from one driver to others.

   - A configuration interface that is easy to use, providing flexibility and control to optimize the system setup.

   - Built-in startup and testing tools, such as the OPC Quick Client and Communications Protocol Diagnostics, for easy device communication testing and issue troubleshooting.

4. Vertical Industry Suites:

TOP Server offers vertical industry suites that provide bundles of the most common drivers per industry. This ensures that specific communication protocol needs or standards commonly implemented industry-wide are met.