Connecting your pc to the controllogix processor, Downloading the sample program to the processor – ProSoft Technology MVI56E-DNPNET User Manual
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MVI56E-DNPNET ♦ ControlLogix Platform
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DNPNET Ethernet Client/Server Communication Module
User Manual
ProSoft Technology, Inc.
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February 13, 2015
1.7
Connecting Your PC to the ControlLogix Processor
There are several ways to establish communication between your PC and the ControlLogix
processor. The following steps show how to establish communication through the serial
interface. It is not mandatory that you use the processor's serial interface. You may access
the processor through whatever network interface is available on your system. Refer to your
Rockwell Automation documentation for information on other connection methods.
1
Connect the right-angle connector end of the cable to your controller at the
communications port.
2
Connect the straight connector end of the cable to the serial port on your computer.
1.8
Downloading the Sample Program to the Processor
Note:
The key switch on the front of the ControlLogix processor must be in the REM
or PROG
position.