Insert the card into the computer, Connect to the network – Rockwell Automation 1784-PCIDS DeviceNet PCI Communication Interface Card User Manual
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Install the 1784-PCIDS Card 2-3
Publication 1784-IN004E-EN-P - April 2005
Insert the Card Into the Computer
To insert the card inside the computer:
1. Handle the card so that you prevent electrostatic discharge.
Refer to the Preface of this manual for more information.
2. Insert the card into the edge connector and tighten the expansion slot screw (if
present).
3. Replace the computer’s cover.
4. Turn on the computer to be certain that it comes up correctly.
Connect to the Network
Figure 2.1 and the table which follows it show the necessary network connections you make
to the card. The label (on the card’s metal retaining bracket) is color-coded for easy wiring.
If The Computer
Then
powers up
go to the next section, Connect to the Network, on page 2-3
hangs up
either the card is not seated correctly in the PCI slot or you have a
memory or I/O conflict. You should:
• remove and reinsert the card into the same PCI slot and
try again
• remove and reinsert the card into a different PCI slot and
try again
• remove all other non-essential cards and try again
If you continue to experience difficulty, contact your local
Rockwell Automation sales representative or distributor, or call
Rockwell Automation Technical Support at 440.646.5800.
WARNING
If you connect or disconnect the DeviceNet cable with power applied
to this module or any device on the network, an electrical arc can
occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location
installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is
nonhazardous before proceeding.