Chapter 4, Configuring the i/o, Using rslinx classic software – Rockwell Automation 20-COMM-D DeviceNet Adapter Series B FRN 2.xxx User Manual

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20-COMM-D DeviceNet Adapter User Manual

Publication 20COMM-UM002G-EN-P

Chapter

4

Configuring the I/O

This chapter provides instructions on how to configure a Rockwell
Automation ControlLogix, PLC-5, or SLC 500 controller to communicate
with the adapter and connected PowerFlex drive.

Using RSLinx Classic

Software

RSLinx Classic software, in all its variations (Lite, Gateway, OEM, and so
forth), is used to provide a communication link between the computer,
network, and controller. RSLinx Classic software requires its
network-specific driver to be configured before communication is
established with network devices. To configure the RSLinx driver, follow
this procedure.

1. Start RSLinx Classic software and select Communications >

Configure Drivers to display the Configure Drivers screen.

2. From the Available Driver Types pull-down menu, choose ‘DeviceNet

Drivers (1784-PCD/PCIDS, 1770-KFD, SDNPT drivers)’.

3. Click Add New… to display the DeviceNet Driver Selection screen.

4. Select the computer communication card (1770-KFD, 1771-SDNPT,

and so forth) being used to connect your computer to the network and
click Select.

5. Configure the driver for your computer and network settings.

6. Click OK.

7. In the Add New RSLinx Driver screen, use the default name or type a

new name.

Topic

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Using RSLinx Classic Software

4-1

ControlLogix Controller Example

4-2

PLC-5 Controller Example

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SLC 500 Controller Example

4-31

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