Quick Start Owner's manual

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Chapter 2
Prepare the Computer and Load Controller Firmware
In this chapter, you install the necessary programming and configuration software, configure
network communication on your computer, and load firmware on your controller.
Before You Begin
Before you begin, complete these tasks:
• Verify that your computer meets the software’s system requirements for installation and use
of the software listed in Ta b l e 6
.
• The tasks described in Chapter 1, Prepare the CompactLogix 5370 L2 Controller
Hardware on page 17, including the following:
– Install the EtherNet/IP network and/or the DeviceNet network.
– Install the controller and the local expansion module.
– Wire power to the controller.
– Make network connections.