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Intelligent Integrated Node
The Advent of a Future‑ready Controller

What is IIN?

Intelligent Integrated Node (IIN), represented by the ioPAC 6500 Series, is an advanced controller platform designed for harsh, hazardous, uncrewed remote applications.

From Architectural Chaos to Seamless Integration

Building automation applications often require juggling multiple brands, discrete gateways, and fragmented configuration tools, turning routine maintenance tasks into a troubleshooting nightmare.


The ioPAC 6500 changes the game. This advanced controller, powered by IINxpress integrated services, combines I/O, communication, and control on one robust platform, reducing infrastructure clutter and providing complete clarity for remote applications.

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Driving Industrial Excellence With 6C Core Competencies

Explore the 6C capabilities below to see how our software intelligence and hardware design come together to address real-world challenges.

Control
Connectivity
Communication
Cybersecurity
Computing
Cloud

Hover over the 6C Competencies

Select a core competency on the left to see how the integrated software features map directly onto the physical hardware modules on the right.

Control Competency

  • CODESYS powered IEC 61131-3 engine
  • Supports five standard PLC programming languages
  • Enables precise real-time data control and logic execution

Versatile Connectivity

  • Supports multiple field interfaces (DIO, AIO, HART, Serial)
  • Protocol services for edge devices (Modbus)

Seamless Communication

  • Integrated Layer 2 managed switch (8 x RJ45 and 2 x SFP)
  • Moxa Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain network redundancy
  • Protocol services for SCADA (Modbus, DNP3, OPC UA)

Embedded Cybersecurity

  • Follows IEC 62443-4-1 secure development product life cycle
  • Secure Boot, device access allowlist, and RBAC account policies

Edge Computing Platform

  • High-performance ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core 1.6 GHz processor
  • Pre-installed Moxa Industrial Linux 3 (Debian 11)

Native Cloud Capabilities

  • IT-friendly data environment bridges IT/OT network convergence
  • Native connectivity to clouds through MQTT*

*MQTT feature ready by late 2027

Power
Switch
CPU
EXP
I/O
I/O

The Pillars of Intelligent Edge Automation


Easy Deployment
Secure Edge Control
Reliable Hardware Design

CORE SOFTWARE PLATFORM

The Engine Behind the Integration

IINxpress is an all-in-one CODESYS-based engineering platform. It provides everything needed for system management, configuration, firmware updates, programming, protocol services, and diagnostics.




Say Goodbye to Protocol Programming

Reduce manual coding with integrated protocol services. IINxpress streamlines protocol integration, allowing you to focus on application development.



Streamlined Mass Deployment

The IINxpress Mass Utility enables you to load configuration files and upgrade firmware on multiple devices simultaneously, simplifying deployment and maintenance.

*Mass deployment feature ready by late 2026

Mass Utility
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Defense-in-depth

Safeguard your critical assets against evolving cyber threats. The ioPAC 6500 delivers hardened, multi-layered protection for critical applications in the most demanding environments

Device
Network
*Cyber
  • Secure Boot
  • Allowlist/Trusted Access
  • Account Management, RBAC
  • Login Management
  • Interface Management
  • MAC Authentication Bypass
  • DoS Defense
  • Traffic Storm Control
  • Port Security
  • Protocols (SNMP v3, DNP3 SAv5)
  • OpenVPN
  • IEEE 802.1X
  • Network Address Translation (NAT)
  • Virtual Private Network (VPN)
  • Deep Packet Inspection (DPI)
  • Intrusion Prevention/Detection System (IPS/IDS)

*Firewall modules ready by late 2026

Fault-tolerant System Design

The ioPAC 6500 offers modular, independent redundancy, so that you only strengthen the parts your application needs most. With hot-swappable I/O and modules, you can perform maintenance without downtime, which helps you maintain continuous operation and reduce service interruptions.

Power Redundancy
Dual separated system and field power
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Power
65M-PW0075
Communication Redundancy
Improve the network connectivity and reliability
Switch
65M-5011M
Switch
65M-5011M
CPU Redundancy*
Minimize the system downtime
CPU
65M-CPU14-IEC
CPU
65M-CPU14-IEC
Expansion Redundancy
Reinforce the interconnection between each unit
Expansion
65M-5290
Expansion
65M-5290
Hot-swappable I/Os
Replacing the I/O modules without interrupting the system operation
I/O
65M-2901
I/O
65M-2901
I/O
65M-2901
I/O
65M-2901
*CPU redundancy ready by late 2027

-40 to 75˚C Temperature Range

G3 Conformal Coating

CID2

ATEX Zone 2

IECEx

Engineered for Extreme Environments

Power through the most demanding industrial settings. The ioPAC 6500 Series is built to shield your critical operations against hazardous elements, corrosive and humid environments, and extreme climates, ensuring continuous uptime where it matters most.

Why Moxa

Unified Platform

IIN unifies control, networking, and protocol services into a single industrial solution

Reduce setup and operation effort

Streamlined Maintenance

Cut spare inventory costs with unified hardware and simplify maintenance with tool-free hot-swappable modules

Lower maintenance cost

Hardened Defense

Eliminate security gaps across network data flows with end-to-end built-in device protection from floor to edge

Minimize the impact of cybersecurity incidents

Product Portfolio

Backplane Module:
  • Internal bus backbone — enables data exchange between all modules
  • Slot labels show compatible module types
  • DIN rail mountable
PWR Module:
  • Powers both system and field I/O circuits
  • Accepts 24 VDC input
COM Module:
  • Optional L2 managed switch; firewall coming soon (end of 2026)
  • Bridges the system to SCADA, subsystems, or enterprise networks
CPU Module:
  • Runs CODESYS runtime for IEC 61131-3 programming (LD, FBD, ST, etc.)
  • Configured and programmed via IINxpress IDE
EXP Module:
  • Adds I/O capacity when more field points are needed
  • Copper or SFP fiber combo port; supports remote deployment from the control unit
I/O Module:
  • Reads sensors/meters; drives motors, valves, and actuators
  • Types: DI, DO, AI, AO, HART AI, Serial
  • Relay, Ch-Ch Isolated AO (end of 2026)

Terminal Block Module:
  • Physical wiring termination point for I/O modules
  • Each I/O type requires a matching Terminal Block Module (TBM)