Configuration User Manual

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Chapter 2
Configure a Workstation to Operate on an
EtherNet/IP Network
This chapter describes how to configure a workstation to operate on an
EtherNet/IP network.
You must configure an Ethernet communication driver in RSLinx software for
the workstation.
A workstation needs the driver to perform these tasks:
• Upload and download Studio 5000 environment project information to
controllers over an EtherNet/IP network.
• Configure EtherNet/IP network parameters for devices via RSNetWorx
for EtherNet/IP software.
• Collect controller data for electronic operator interfaces, for example,
PanelView

Plus terminals, and visualization software, for example,
FactoryTalk

View software.
You can choose either of these Ethernet drivers:
• AB_ETHIP
• AB_ETH
Before you add a new driver, confirm these conditions exist:
• Workstation is properly connected to the EtherNet/IP network
• IP address and other network parameters are correctly configured for the
workstation