Rockwell Automation 1771-TCM TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Manual (Page 14)

Chapter
2
Publication 1771Ć6.4.5 - January 1997
Installing the Software
This chapter shows you how to install the TemperatureControl
configuration software for the 1771-TCM module. This includes:
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requirements for your computer
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preparation for installing the software
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installation procedure
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starting the software
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using online help
To use the TemperatureControl configuration software, your system
must meet these requirements:
Hardware
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computer with an 80386 or greater microprocessor
(80486 or Pentium recommended)
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at least 12 Mbytes of RAM
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hard drive with adequate free disk space (12 Mbytes or greater)
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1.44 Mbyte floppy disk drive (for installing the software)
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VGA

or higher-resolution adapter/monitor with small fonts.
We support 640x480, 800x600, 1024x786 modes. We
recommend a Super VGA resolution adapter/monitor.
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mouse
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DH+ port (on KT- or KL-type module) or standard serial port
Connection
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If you connect to the PLC processor through a DH+ port, the
computer and the PLC processor must be on the same DH+ link
Software
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MS-DOS

v5.0 or later
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Microsoft Windows v3.1 or v3.11, Windows for Workgroups
3.11, or Windows 95
If you are using Windows 3.1 or 3.11, we recommend a
permanent swap file of at least 10 Mbytes.
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TemperatureControl Configuration software
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INTERCHANGE
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Win32s if you are using Windows 3.1, 3.11, or Windows for
Workgroups 3.11
Requirements for Your
Computer