Prepare the computer and load controller firmware, Introduction, Before you begin – Rockwell Automation 1768-L43 CompactLogix System Quick Start User Manual
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Chapter
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Prepare the Computer and Load Controller Firmware
Introduction
In this chapter, you configure network communication on your computer and install the
necessary programming and configuration software.
Before You Begin
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Assemble the CompactLogix hardware
.
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Verify that your computer meets the software’s system requirements for your edition of
RSLogix 5000 software.
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Refer to Required Software on
for your system requirements.
What You Need
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Personal computer
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1756-CP3 serial cable to configure serial driver and update controller firmware
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Ethernet CAT5 cable to configure EtherNet/IP driver (option 1)
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RSLogix 5000 programming software (see
for edition and version information)
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RSLinx Classic software, version 2.54 or later (packaged with RSLogix 5000
programming software).
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RSNetWorx for DeviceNet software for the DeviceNet network (option 2)
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BOOTP/DHCP server utility (packaged with RSLogix 5000 programming software)
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A Network Interface Card (NIC) and its associated Windows driver installed (the NIC
and driver are standard on most computers)
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An Ethernet Address (MAC) for each device.
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A planned IP Address for each device. If you are using an isolated network, determine a
numbering convention for your IP addresses.
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ControlFlash software (packaged with RSLogix 5000 programming software)