Rockwell Automation 20-COMM PowerFlex 7-Class DPI (Drive Peripheral Interface) Network Communication Adapter User Manual
Rockwell Automation Equipment
 
Installation Instructions
PowerFlex 7-Class DPI (Drive Peripheral Interface) 
Network Communication Adapter
This document explains how to install and wire a PowerFlex 7-Class Network 
Communication Adapter into a PowerFlex 7-Class drive. 
If the adapter is not being installed in a PowerFlex 7-Class drive, refer to the 
instructions for the host product (DPI External Comms Kit, SMC Flex Smart Motor 
Controller, PowerFlex 7000 drive, PowerFlex DC drive, etc.) before/when installing 
the adapter.
Related Documentation
You can view or download publications
To order paper copies of technical documentation, contact your local Rockwell 
Automation distributor or sales representative.
For information such as firmware updates and answers to drive-related questions, go 
to the Drives Service & Support web site at 
and click
on the “Downloads” or “Get help with the new Knowledgebase” link.
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ATTENTION: Risk of injury or death exists. The PowerFlex 7-Class 
drive may contain high voltages that can cause injury or death. Remove 
power from the drive, and then verify power has been discharged before 
removing the drive cover.
!
ATTENTION: Risk of equipment damage exists. The Network 
Communication Adapter contains ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) sensitive 
parts that can be damaged if you do not follow ESD control procedures. 
Static control precautions are required when handling the card. If you are 
unfamiliar with static control procedures, refer to Guarding Against 
Electrostatic Damage, publication 8000-4.5.2.
Document
Description
DPI External Comms Kit Installation 
Instructions, publication 20COMM-IN001
Instructions to install and wire a PowerFlex 7-Class adapter 
in a DPI External Comms Kit.
PowerFlex 7-Class Network 
Communication Adapter User Manuals, 
publications 20COMM-UM
Provides complete installation, wiring, setup, and 
communication information for respective PowerFlex 
7-Class Network Communication Adapter.
Guarding Against Electrostatic Damage, 
publication 8000-4.5.2
Provides static control procedures for protecting 
electrostatic discharge sensitive parts.
Wiring and Grounding Guidelines for PWM 
AC Drives, publication DRIVES-IN001
Guidelines for proper wiring, grounding, and shielding, and 
standard practices for noise protection.
Step 1
Remove power from the drive.
Step 2
Remove the drive cover or open the drive door.