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Communication Networks Chapter 5
ControlLogix ControlNet Modules
Table 15 lists the available ControlLogix ControlNet modules and their primary
features.
Software for ControlNet Networks
Table 16 lists software that is used with the ControlNet networks and modules.
Table 15 - ControlNet Modules and Capabilities
Module Is used to
1756-CNB • Control I/O modules.
• Communicate with other ControlNet devices (messages).
• Share data with other Logix5000 controllers (produce/consume).
• Bridge ControlNet links to route messages to devices on other networks.
1756-CN2 • Perform the same functions as a 1756-CNB module.
• Provide twice the capacity for more demanding applications.
1756-CN2R • Perform the same functions as a 1756-CN2 module.
• Support redundant ControlNet media.
1756-CN2RXT • Perform same functions as a 1756-CN2R module.
• Operate in extreme environments with -25…70 °C (-13…158 °F) temperatures.
1756-CNBR • Perform the same functions as a 1756-CNB module.
• Support redundant ControlNet media.
Table 16 - Software for Use with ControlNet Networks
Software Is used to Required or Optional
Logix Designer application • Configure ControlLogix projects.
• Define ControlNet communication.
Required
RSNetWorx™ for ControlNet™ • Configure ControlNet devices.
• Schedule a network.
RSLinx Classic or Enterprise • Configure communication devices.
• Provide diagnostics.
• Establish communication between devices.