Quick Start Owner manual

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Chapter 2
Prepare the Computer
In this chapter, you configure network communication on your computer and install the
necessary programming and configuration software.
Before You Begin
• Verify that your computer meets the software’s system requirements for your edition of RSLogix 5000
programming software.
• If using a ControlNet network (option 2), install a 1784-PCIC or 1784-PCICS ControlNet
communication card on the computer.
What You Need
• RSLinx Classic software, version 2.54 or later (packaged with RSLogix 5000 programming software).
• RSLogix 5000 programming software (see the Preface for version and edition information)
• RSNetWorx for ControlNet software for the ControlNet network
• RSNetWorx for DeviceNet software for the DeviceNet network
• ControlFlash software (packaged with RSLogix5000 programming software)
• BOOTP/DHCP server utility (packaged with RSLogix 5000 programming software).
• A Network Interface Card (NIC) and its associated Windows driver installed (the NIC and driver are
standard on most computers).
• An Ethernet Address (MAC) for each device. You recorded these addresses in the Network Worksheet
on the back cover.
• A planned IP Address for each device. If you are using an isolated network, determine a numbering
convention for your IP addresses. Record these addresses on the Network Worksheet inside the back
cover.