Rockwell Automation 1756-L6x_L7x ControlLogix System User Manual - Manual (Page 86)

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Chapter 5 Communication Networks
EtherNet/IP Network
Communication The EtherNet/IP network offers a full suite of control, configuration, and data
collection services by layering the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) over the
standard internet protocols, such as TCP/IP and UDP. This combination of
well-accepted standards provides the capability that is required to support
information data exchange and control applications.
The EtherNet/IP network uses commercially available Ethernet components and
physical media, providing you with a cost-effective plant-floor solution.
Figure 10 - EtherNet/IP Network Example
For more information about using EtherNet/IP modules, see the EtherNet/IP
Modules in Logix5000 Control Systems User Manual, publication
ENET-UM001 .
ControlLogix EtherNet/IP Module Features
The ControlLogix EtherNet/IP communication modules provide these features:
• Support for messaging, produced/consumed tags, HMI, and
distributed I/O
• The ability to encapsulate messages within the standard TCP/UDP/IP
protocol
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