Rockwell Automation 1734-AENT POINT I/O EtherNet/IP Adapter Module - Manual (Page 3)

iii Publication 1734-UM011D-EN-P - January 2011
Preface
What This Preface Contains
This preface describes how to use this manual. See the table for a list of where
to find specific information within this chapter.
Who Should Use This
Manual
This manual is intended for control engineers and technicians who are
installing, configuring, and maintaining an EtherNet/IP control system that
communicates with POINT I/O modules through a 1734-AENT adapter. We
assume you have a good understanding of Ethernet networks and the TCP/IP
protocol.
Common Techniques Used
in This Manual
We use the following conventions throughout this manual:
• Numbered lists provide sequential steps.
• Bulleted lists provide information, not procedural steps.
Topic Page
Who Should Use This Manual iii
Common Techniques Used in This Manual iii
How to Use This Manual iv
About the Example Applications iv
System Components v
Where to Find More Information vi
Terminology vii
ATTENTION
You must use series C POINT I/O modules with the 1734-AENT
adapter. Series A or B POINT I/O modules will not work with
this adapter.
TIP
This symbol identifies helpful tips.
The screen captures shown in this manual are pictures of
the software’s actual screens.