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94 Rockwell Automation Publication 1768-UM002C-EN-P - April 2012
Chapter 7 Go Online with the Controller
Connect Your EtherNet/IP Device and Computer
Connect your EtherNet/IP device and computer by using an Ethernet cable.
Figure 23 - Ethernet Connections
Connect Your ControlNet Communication Module and Your Computer
To access the ControlNet network, you can do either of the following:
• Connect directly to the network.
• Connect to a serial or EtherNet/IP network and browse (bridge) to the
desired network. This requires no additional programming.
Configuring the Network
Driver
RSLinx software handles communication between Compact GuardLogix
controllers and RSLogix 5000 software. To communicate with the controller,
configure RSLinx software for the required communication network.
TIP
If you make your own cable, do the
following:
• Limit the length to
15.2 m (50 ft).
• Wire the connectors as shown
below.
• Attach the shield to both
connectors.
2 RDX
3 TXD
4 DTR
COMMON
6 DSR
7 RTS
8 CTS
9
1 DCD
2 RDX
3 TXD
4 DTR
COMMON
6 DSR
7 RTS
8 CTS
9
1 DCD
Workstation Controller
Ethernet
Communication
Module
Standard or Crossover Ethernet Cables with
RJ45 Connector
Ethernet Switch
Table 26 - Network Drivers
For this network Configure this driver
Serial RS-232 DF1 devices
EtherNet/IP EtherNet/IP driver or Ethernet devices
ControlNet ControlNet drivers