User Manual

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Chapter 4
Set Up Your EtherNet/IP Network
Introduction
Connecting a Computer to
the EtherNet/IP Network
To access the EtherNet/IP network, either:
• connect directly to the network.
• connect to a different network and browse to the desired network via a
linking device.
Once you choose a network:
• install the communication card, if required.
• determine any network parameters for the computer, such as a network
address.
• connect the computer to the network by using the correct cable.
Topic Page
Connecting a Computer to the EtherNet/IP Network 49
Connecting the SmartGuard 600 Controller to the EtherNet/IP Network 50
Bridging across Networks 56
TIP
You can browse the Ethernet network through the USB port of the
SmartGuard controller.
The SmartGuard USB to Ethernet bridging capability is limited.
IMPORTANT
The first time you connect a SmartGuard controller to your personal
computer by using the USB port, the Windows operating system goes
through its device recognition sequence and prompts you for USB
drivers. The driver is on the RSLinx Classic CD in the SmartGuardUSB-
KernelDrivers folder.