Rockwell Automation 1732E-IB16M12SOEDR EtherNet/IP ArmorBlock supporting Sequence of Events - Manual (Page 9)

1 Publication 1732E-UM002A-EN-P - March 2010
Chapter
1
About 1732E ArmorBlock Modules
Overview This chapter is an overview of the 1732E ArmorBlock family of modules. You
will need to understand the concepts discussed in this chapter to configure
your module and use it in an EtherNet/IP control system. The following table
lists where to find specific information in this chapter.
Module Features The module features include:
• use of EtherNet/IP messages encapsulated within standard
TCP/UDP/IP protocol
• common application layer with ControlNet and DeviceNet
• interfacing via Category 5 rated twisted pair cable
• half/full duplex 10 Mbit or 100 Mbit operation
• mounting on a wall or panel
• communication supported by RSLinx software
• IP address assigned via standard DHCP tools
• I/O configuration via RSLogix 5000 software
• no network scheduling required
• no routing tables required
• supports connections from multiple controllers simultaneously
Hardware/Software
Compatibility The module and the applications described in this manual are compatible with
the following firmware versions and software releases.
Topic Page
Module Features 1
Hardware/Software Compatibility 1
Use of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) 2
Understand the Producer/Consumer Model 2
Specify the Requested Packet Interval (RPI) 3