8 connecting your pc to the controllogix processor, Connecting your pc to the controllogix processor – ProSoft Technology MVI56E-SIE User Manual

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MVI56E-SIE ♦ ControlLogix Platform

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Client Communication Module

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ProSoft Technology, Inc.

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September 6, 2012

1.8

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 to use the
processor's serial interface. The processor may be accessed through whatever
network interface is available on the system. Refer to theRockwell Automation
documentation for information on other connection methods.

1 Connect the right-angle connector end of the cable to the controller at the

communications port.

2 Connect the straight connector end of the cable to the serial port on the

computer.

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