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Configuring the MVI56E-SIE Module
MVI56E-SIE ♦ ControlLogix Platform
User Manual
Client Communication Module
Page 86 of 168
ProSoft Technology, Inc.
September 6, 2012
2.2.8 Ethernet Configuration
Use this procedure to configure the Ethernet settings for the module. An IP
address, subnet mask and gateway address must be assigned. After this step is
completed, the module can be connected with an Ethernet cable.
1 Determine the network settings for the module, with the help of the network
administrator if necessary. The following information will be needed:
o
IP address (fixed IP required) _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
o
Subnet mask
_____ . _____ . _____ . _____
o
Gateway address
_____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Note: The gateway address is optional, and is not required for networks that do
not use a default gateway.
2 Double-click the E
THERNET
C
ONFIGURATION
icon. This action opens the Edit
dialog box.
3 Edit the values for my_ip, netmask (subnet mask) and gateway (default
gateway).
4 When finished editing, click OK
to save the changes and return to the ProSoft
Configuration Builder window.