Chapter 2, Installing the adapter, Preparing for an installation – Rockwell Automation 20-COMM-Q ControlNet Adapter User Manual
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20-COMM-C/Q ControlNet Adapter User Manual
Publication 20COMM-UM003F-EN-P
Chapter
2
Installing the Adapter
This chapter provides instructions for installing the adapter in a PowerFlex
7-Class drive. The 20-COMM-C Series B coax adapter, firmware revision
2.xxx or later, or 20-COMM-Q Series A fiber adapter, firmware revision
2.xxx or later, can also be installed in a DPI External Comms Kit. In this
case, see
or the 20-XCOMM-DC-BASE Installation Instructions,
publication 20COMM-IN001, supplied with the kit.
Preparing for an Installation
Before installing the adapter, do the following:
• Read the ControlNet Coax Media Planning and Installation Guide,
publication CNET-IN002, or the ControlNet Fiber Media Planning and
Installation Guide, publication CNET-IN001. These publications provide
information on network basics, selecting cables, and setting up a
network.
• Verify that you have all required equipment. See
.
Topic
Page
Setting the Node Address Switches
Connecting the Adapter to the Drive
Connecting the Adapter to the Network
!
ATTENTION: Risk of equipment damage exists. The adapter
contains electrostatic discharge (ESD) sensitive parts that can be
damaged if you do not follow ESD control procedures. Static
control precautions are required when handling the adapter. If you
are unfamiliar with static control procedures, see Guarding
Against Electrostatic Damage, publication 8000-4.5.2.