Electronic data sheets, Manually install eds files – Rockwell Automation 2500 IntelliCENTER Software User Manual
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Electronic Data Sheets
Electronic data sheet (EDS) files are simple text files used by network configuration tools, such as RSNetWorx software, and by
IntelliCENTER software to help identify products and easily commission them on a network. EDS files describe a product’s
device type, product revision, and configurable parameters on a network.
EDS files must be registered for each unique device in the MCC. All required EDS files are installed automatically and registered
when the IntelliCENTER software data disk is installed. However, there may be an instance where an EDS file needs to be
installed and registered manually. To do this, follow the steps under
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Manually Install EDS Files
The EDS files are installed with a program from Rockwell Software®. To install the EDS files, choose
Programs > Rockwell Software > RSLinx > Tools > EDS Hardware Installation Tool.
1. Click Add.
2. Select Register an EDS File and click Next.
3. Choose Register a Directory of EDS Files.
The IntelliCENTER software data disk supplied with your IntelliCENTER MCC contains a directory
(<CDROM>:\<Order>\<Item>\EDS) of all EDS files necessary for the devices in your IntelliCENTER MCC.
4. Browse to the EDS directory on the data CD and click Next.
The Installer displays the test results.
5. Click Next to continue.
The Installer lets you change the graphic image for each device.
6. Click Next to continue.
The Installer displays the final task summary.
7. Click Next to continue.
8. Click Finish when completed.
EDS Files for Other Devices
EDS files also can be obtained at
IMPORTANT
If you are merging a replacement or new unit into an existing lineup, make sure the location of the new units is empty in the
existing database. If necessary, open the Spreadsheet View and delete or move the unit currently residing where the new unit is
to be placed.