Rockwell Automation 7000 PowerFlex HMI Offering with Enhanced Functionality - Manual (Page 17)

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Chapter
2
PowerFlex HMI Interface Board
Overview This chapter outlines how to setup a configuration when no HMI is supplied and
a PC is used to interface with the drive.
The HMI Interface Board module is a File Server capable of providing any file
stored on the internal SD Card or reports which are generated within the drive.
The HMI Interface Board is also used for updating firmware modules in the drive
using common tools found on any PC such as Microsoft Windows Explorer™.
Requirements
To access the HMI Interface Board, a personal computer or windows terminal
(such as the PanelView CE 1000) is required. This device must meet the
following minimum requirements:
• Windows XP, CE, or Windows 7
• .NET Compact Framework (2.0 or greater), .NET Framework
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater
• Screen Resolution of at least 640x480
• Ethernet connection
Chapter Objectives This chapter describes how the HMI Interface Board transfers files between the
PC/Terminal and the PowerFlex 7000 Medium Voltage Drive. In this chapter
you will learn how to:
• Configure the HMI Interface Board using the no HMI configuration.
• Information to help configure a network firewall
This chapter outlines the capability of the HMI Interface Board. Individual
applications are discussed in separate chapters or documents.