FieldServer FS-RA-CLX-PRO - Manual (Page 6)

SlotServer Start-Up Guide Page 6 of 12
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2 INSTALLATION
The SlotServer plugs directly into the AB1756 ControlLogix rack. Take note of the slot number used for the
SlotServer as this will be needed when configuring the I/O in the RSLogix software.
2.1 Power up the device
Apply power to the device. Refer to the panel to ensure that the SlotServer has powered up successfully. The
diagram in Section 1.4 indicates the location of each of these items on the SlotServer panel.
Scrolling Display
This will Display an OK status when the SlotServer has powered up successfully.
Card Status
Indicators:
The Comm and OK lights will indicate green when the SlotServer has powered up
successfully. The Sys indicator will indicate green if the external nodes are all
communicating properly; and red otherwise.
2.2 Install and Run the Utility Software
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Plug the supplied USB flash drive into the USB port on a PC/laptop.
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Open Index.html to get the menu of options
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Run the Install option and follow the installation instructions.
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Once installed, the FieldServer Utilities can be located in the Windows Start menu and as a desktop icon.
2.3 Connect the PC to the SlotServer over the Ethernet port.
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If connecting through a hub/switch, use the supplied Cat5 UTP Ethernet cable to connect between the
Ethernet port of the SlotServer and the hub. Refer to Section 1.4 for more information.
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If it is necessary to connect the PC directly to the SlotServer, a cross-over cable is required (not supplied).
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Disable any wireless Ethernet adapters on the PC/Laptop,
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It is important that the PC/Laptop is on the same subnet as the SlotServer. The default IP address on the
SlotServer Ethernet port is 192.168.2.X. Refer to the FieldServer Utilities Manual for information on how
to change the SlotServer’s IP address.
2.4 Using the ping utility to Identify the SlotServer on the Network
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Select Start|Programs|FieldServer Utilities, browse to the Ping Utility and select it. The display should
show
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SlotServer Name
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IP Address (192.168.2.X)
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SlotServer Version
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If necessary, refer to Appendix A for troubleshooting tips.
2.5 Connect using “Remote User Interface” (RUINET)
All configuration file transfers and system diagnostics are executed via the RUI or “Remote User Interface” which is
installed with the Utility software. Refer to the FieldServer Utilities manual for further information.
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Browse to the Remote User Interface icon in the Start menu directory and click on it.