Add your i/o modules, Conventions for names – Rockwell Automation Logix5000 Logix5000 Controllers Quick Start User Manual
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Program and Test a Simple Project Chapter 1
Conventions for Names
Throughout a Logix5000 project, you define names for the different elements of the project, such as the
controller, data addresses (tags), routines, and I/O modules. As you enter names, follow these rules.
• Only letters, numbers, and underscores (_)
• Must start with a letter or an underscore
• ≤ 40 characters
• No consecutive or trailing underscores
• Not case sensitive
Add Your I/O Modules
To communicate with an I/O modules in your system, you add the modules to the I/O Configuration folder
of the controller. The properties you select for each module defines the behavior of the module.
1. Right-click the I/O Configuration folder and choose New Module.
TIP
The screens shown are representative of three types of controllers; other types are available, but are not
shown here.
CompactLogix
Controller
ControlLogix
Controller