Rockwell Automation Logix5000 Logix5000 Controllers Quick Start - Manual (Page 112)

112 Publication 1756-QS001E-EN-P - October 2009
Chapter 7 Go Online to the Controller
Connect Your EtherNet/IP Device and Computer
Connect your EtherNet/IP device and computer via ethernet cable.
Assign an IP Address to the Controller or Communication Module
Follow these steps if you do not have a serial connection to the controller.
1. Start BOOTP server software by either of the following:
• Start > Programs > Rockwell Software > BOOTP-DHCP Server > BOOTP-DHCP Server
• Start > Programs > Rockwell Software > RSLinx Tools > BOOTP-DHCP Server.
2. If this is the first time you are using the software, type the subnet mask and gateway (if required) for
your network and then click OK.
ATTENTION
If you connect or disconnect the communications 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.
Logix5000
Controller or
Communication
Module
Crossover Ethernet Cable With
RJ-45 Connector
Logix5000
Controller or
Communication
Module
Standard Ethernet Cables With
RJ-45 Connector
Ethernet
Switch
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