Integrated color touch-screen LCD (size specific to model, e.g., 5.7″ or larger)
Processor
High-performance industrial-grade processor
Memory
Significant onboard RAM and Flash memory for application programs, databases, and trend logs.
Field-level Network Ports
Multiple ports supporting BACnet MS/TP, BACnet/IP, and/or Johnson Controls N2 bus for connecting to field controllers (VAVs, AHUs, etc.).
IT/Enterprise Network
Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Mbps) for connection to the facility LAN/WAN for communication with operator workstations, remote access, and integration with other systems.
Integration Ports
Additional serial ports (RS-232/485) for integrating third-party devices (chillers, generators, lighting panels) using protocols like Modbus, LonWorks, or others.
I/O Capacity
Primarily supervisory; may have limited onboard universal I/O points for direct sensor/actuator connection, but its strength is in network management.
Programming Environment
Programmed using Johnson Controls’ Metasys Site Management Portal (SMP) or related engineering tools. Supports custom application creation.
Alarm & Event Management
Extensive capacity for alarm generation, filtering, notification (email, SMS), and logging.
Trending & Data Logging
High-capacity, long-term data logging of points from the entire network for analysis and reporting.
Power Supply
24 VAC or 24 VDC (typical for building automation).
Operating Temperature
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) for standard commercial environments.
The Johnson Controls MS-NAE5510-3 is a core, high-performance Network Automation Engine (NAE), a critical component within the Metasys® system, which is Johnson Controls’ flagship building management and facility automation platform. This device functions as the intelligent supervisory controller and system integration hub for mid-to-large-scale commercial buildings, campuses, and mission-critical facilities. Its primary role is to manage, coordinate, and optimize the operation of various building subsystems, including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning), lighting, access control, and fire safety, by integrating data from field controllers (DDC controllers), third-party systems via gateways, and enterprise networks. The MS-NAE5510-3 executes advanced control strategies, provides extensive alarm management, data logging, and trend analysis, and serves as the primary communication gateway between the field-level BACnet or proprietary networks and the operator workstations or enterprise IT systems.
This specific model, the NAE5510-3, represents a later generation with enhanced processing power, memory, and connectivity options compared to earlier versions. It typically features an integrated touch-screen display for local access and configuration. As a «head-end» controller, its value lies in its ability to provide a unified, centralized view and control of a building’s entire automation ecosystem. It enables sophisticated energy management, fault detection and diagnostics (FDD), and demand response strategies. For facility managers, system integrators, and building owners, the Johnson Controls MS-NAE5510-3 is the operational brain of the building, translating high-level operational goals into automated, efficient, and reliable control of the physical environment, thereby reducing energy costs, improving occupant comfort, and extending equipment life.
Integrated color touch-screen LCD (size specific to model, e.g., 5.7″ or larger)
Processor
High-performance industrial-grade processor
Memory
Significant onboard RAM and Flash memory for application programs, databases, and trend logs.
Field-level Network Ports
Multiple ports supporting BACnet MS/TP, BACnet/IP, and/or Johnson Controls N2 bus for connecting to field controllers (VAVs, AHUs, etc.).
IT/Enterprise Network
Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Mbps) for connection to the facility LAN/WAN for communication with operator workstations, remote access, and integration with other systems.
Integration Ports
Additional serial ports (RS-232/485) for integrating third-party devices (chillers, generators, lighting panels) using protocols like Modbus, LonWorks, or others.
I/O Capacity
Primarily supervisory; may have limited onboard universal I/O points for direct sensor/actuator connection, but its strength is in network management.
Programming Environment
Programmed using Johnson Controls’ Metasys Site Management Portal (SMP) or related engineering tools. Supports custom application creation.
Alarm & Event Management
Extensive capacity for alarm generation, filtering, notification (email, SMS), and logging.
Trending & Data Logging
High-capacity, long-term data logging of points from the entire network for analysis and reporting.
Power Supply
24 VAC or 24 VDC (typical for building automation).
Operating Temperature
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) for standard commercial environments.
Johnson Controls MS-NAE5510-3 excels as a powerful system integrator and data concentrator. Its foremost advantage is the ability to seamlessly integrate a multi-vendor landscape. It natively speaks BACnet—the industry-standard protocol—allowing it to directly manage thousands of BACnet MS/TP and BACnet/IP devices from various manufacturers. Simultaneously, it can integrate non-BACnet systems (like legacy Metasys N2 networks, Modbus RTU/TCP devices, or LonWorks) through its flexible I/O and protocol support, creating a single, cohesive management platform.
MS-NAE5510-3
Advanced supervisory control and analytics are at its core. The NAE runs complex, building-wide control sequences that individual field controllers cannot handle, such as optimizing chiller plant operation based on cooling load across the entire campus, or managing demand limiting strategies during peak utility rates. Its powerful trending and data logging engine captures historical performance data, which is essential for identifying efficiency opportunities, diagnosing persistent problems, and verifying savings from energy projects. The integrated touch-screen interface provides immediate local access for technicians to view system status, acknowledge alarms, and make adjustments without needing a laptop.
Enterprise connectivity and cyber-security readiness are critical for modern buildings. The device is designed to operate securely on a corporate IT network. It supports standard IT practices like SSL/TLS encryption, role-based access control, and integration with LDAP/Active Directory for user authentication. This enables secure remote monitoring and management from anywhere, as well as the sharing of data with enterprise-level systems for higher-level analytics and reporting. For building operators, the MS-NAE5510-3 provides a future-proof platform that not only controls the building today but also serves as the data foundation for smart building initiatives, sustainability reporting, and predictive maintenance.
Application Areas
The Johnson Controls MS-NAE5510-3 is deployed as the central supervisory controller for building automation systems in a wide range of medium to large facilities.
Its primary application is in large commercial office buildings and corporate campuses, where it coordinates hundreds of VAV boxes, air handling units, chillers, and boilers to optimize energy use and comfort. Within healthcare facilities (hospitals, clinics), it is critical for managing complex HVAC systems that require strict pressure control, temperature, and humidity for infection control and patient comfort, while integrating with laboratory and critical space monitoring.
In higher education and K-12 school districts, the NAE manages buildings across a campus, often from a central location, enabling district-wide energy management and remote diagnostics. For data centers, it provides precise monitoring and control of computer room air handlers (CRAHs), chillers, and humidity, often integrated with the IT management system. It is also found in government buildings, airports, museums, and retail complexes. Essentially, any facility with a sophisticated, networked building automation system requiring centralized supervision, multi-protocol integration, and enterprise data access is a candidate for the MS-NAE5510-3.
Related Products
Johnson Controls Field Controllers (e.g., FEC, FX, VAV controllers): The downstream DDC controllers that the NAE5510 supervises and programs.
Metasys Extended Architecture (EA) Servers: For very large deployments, the NAE may report to a central EA server for enterprise-wide management.
Johnson Controls ADS/ADX Advanced Application and Data Servers: For hosting complex analytics, reporting, and third-party integration applications that complement the NAE.
Metasys User Interface (UI) Workstations: Operator workstations that connect to the NAE for graphical system monitoring and control.
Johnson Controls Field Equipment (Sensors, Actuators, Valves): The end devices that are connected to the field controllers.
Third-Party Gateways/Drivers: Software packages that run on the NAE to communicate with specific non-native systems (e.g., for lighting control, power meters, fire alarm panels).
Metasys Site Management Portal (SMP) / System Configuration Tool (SCT): The primary engineering software used to configure, program, and commission the NAE and its network.
BACnet/IP Routers: To segment BACnet/IP networks or connect multiple BACnet networks.
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