Rockwell Automation 1769-SM2 Compact I/O DSI/Modbus Communication Module User Manual
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Glossary-2
DSI Peripheral
A device that provides an interface between DSI and a network or user.
Peripheral devices are also referred to as “adapters” or “modules.” The
1769-SM2 module, 1203-USB or 22-SMC-232 converter, and
PowerFlex 4-Class HIMs (22-HIM-A3 or 22-HIM-C2S) are examples of
DSI peripherals.
DSI Product
A device that uses the DSI communications interface to communicate
with one or more peripheral devices. For example, a motor drive such as
a PowerFlex 4-Class drive is a DSI product. In this manual, a DSI
product is also referred to as “drive” or “host.”
DriveExplorer Software
A tool for monitoring and configuring Allen-Bradley products and
modules. It can be run on computers running various Microsoft
Windows operating systems. DriveExplorer version 2.xx (or higher) can
be used to configure this module and connected PowerFlex drives.
Information about DriveExplorer software and a free lite version can be
accessed at
DriveTools SP Software
A software suite designed for running on various Microsoft Windows
operating systems. This software suite provides a family of tools,
including DriveExecutive, that you can use to program, monitor, control,
troubleshoot, and maintain Allen Bradley products. DriveTools SP can
be used with Allen-Bradley drives. Information about DriveTools SP can
be accessed
.
E
EDS (Electronic Data Sheet) Files
Simple text files that are used by network configuration tools such as
RSNetWorx for DeviceNet to describe products so that you can easily
commission them on a network. EDS files describe a product device type
and revision. EDS files for many Allen-Bradley products can be found at
.
Explicit Messaging
Explicit Messages are used to transfer data that does not require
continuous updates. They are typically used to configure, monitor, and
diagnose devices over the network.
F
Flash Update
The process of updating firmware in a device. The module can be flash
updated using various Allen-Bradley software tools. Refer to
Updating the Module on page 3-22
for more information.