Rockwell Automation 1768-CNxxx ControlNet Communication Modules - Manual (Page 19)

Rockwell Automation Publication CNET-IN005C-EN-P - July 2014 19
Install a 1756 ControlNet Communication Module Chapter 1
Install the EDS File and Get
Firmware Updates For the 1756-CN2, 1756-CN2R, 1756-CN2RXT, and 1756-CN2RK modules,
the EDS file can be uploaded directly from the module. This feature lets you
register the EDS file for your module from within RSLinx software.
Use the steps below to register the EDS file from within RSLinx software.
1. Open RSLinx software and browse for the module.
Before you begin, make sure you have the correct version of RSLinx
software.
2. Right-click the module and choose Upload EDS file from device.
The Upload EDS wizard opens.
3. Complete the EDS wizard to register the EDS file.
Download the Firmware
Complete these steps to download and install the firmware.
1. Go to the Rockwell Automation Web site at
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/ .
2. From the Support tab, product Product Compatibility & Download
Center.
3. On the Get Downloads tab, click Find Product Downloads.
4. Enter your search criteria and click Go.
5. Select the module from the list then click the Find Downloads button at
the bottom of the Selections tab.
6. Click the download graphic
.
ControlNet Module Required Version of RSLinx Software
1756-CN2RXT or 1756-CN2RK 2.55 or later
1756-CN2/C or 1756-CN2R/C 2.55 or later
1756-CN2/B or 1756-CN2R/B 2.51 or later