The HW group IP WatchDog2 Industrial is a professional solution for maintaining the availability of up to ten network and IT devices in demanding industrial environments. Featuring powerful relay outputs, multiple monitoring methods, and easy integration with existing systems, the device minimizes downtime and reduces on‑site maintenance efforts.

Whether monitoring routers, IP cameras, Wi‑Fi access points, or complex system installations, the IP WatchDog2 Industrial continuously checks device availability and automatically reboots them in the event of failure — ensuring continuous operation without the need for technicians to travel to remote sites.

Functionality and Application Areas

The IP WatchDog2 Industrial checks the operational status of connected devices at user‑defined intervals via LAN or RS‑232 interface. If a failure is detected, it activates up to two high‑power relay outputs (230 V / 16 A, NO/NC) to automatically restart the affected equipment. Manual restarts can also be performed through the password‑protected web interface.

Failure Detection Methods:

• Outgoing ping – periodic requests to IP devices
• Incoming ping (heartbeat) – response detection from defined signals
• Web request – monitoring of a target URL
• Webserver request – requests sent to the internal WatchDog web interface
• RS‑232 string detection – capturing specific data via serial connection
• Manual restart – direct control through the web interface

This broad range of monitoring options makes the IP WatchDog2 Industrial suitable for diverse use cases — from activating backup internet connections to rebooting end devices and maintaining the operation of charging points, kiosks, and remote systems.

Technical Specifications and Integration

• 12 monitoring channels – 2 physical relay outputs (230 V / 16 A)
• Virtual outputs controllable on devices like Poseidon2 or Damocles2
• Configuration via integrated web server
• Alerts via SNMP trap, email, SMS, or phone call
• Compatible with HWg‑SMS‑GW3 for mobile alerts
• Built‑in data logger stores 200 events (exportable via HWg‑PDMS to Excel)
• Supported protocols: SNMP, XML, HWg‑Push
• Software compatibility: HWg‑Trigger and SensDesk.com

Developer‑Friendly Integration

Integration with SCADA or third‑party applications is supported via the HWg‑SDK, with support for C++, C#, PHP, Java, and other programming languages.

Rugged Design for Industrial Environments

• Dimensions: 100 × 94 × 25 mm
• Housing: rugged metal construction
• Operating temperature: –30 °C to +85 °C
• Mounting options: wall, 19" rack, or DIN rail
• Power supply: 9 – 30 V DC

Available Versions

IP WatchDog2 Industrial:

• Device
• External power supply
• User manual
• Mounting accessories

IP WatchDog2 Industrial Set:

• Device + Power adapter
• User manual
• Mounting accessories
• Relay connection cable
• Access to SensDesk.com
• HWg‑PDMS software license

Integration with Environmental Monitoring

The IP WatchDog2 Industrial can be combined with compatible HW group sensors to monitor not only network infrastructure but also environmental parameters such as temperature or humidity. Alerts for environmental deviations are transmitted through the same channels as network failures, creating a complete and unified monitoring solution.

Key Advantages

• Automated reboots for critical network devices
• Extensive alerting options for rapid response
• Industrial‑grade design for continuous operation
• Seamless integration into existing IT and SCADA systems

The HW group IP WatchDog2 Industrial is a powerful and flexible tool for both IT and industrial environments, helping reduce downtime and maintenance costs. Its rugged design, advanced alerting functions, and straightforward integration make it a future‑proof solution for companies with demanding availability requirements.