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Configuring rslinx – ProSoft Technology MVI71-GSC User Manual

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MVI71-GSC ♦ PLC Platform

Generic Serial Communication Module

ProSoft Technology, Inc.

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January 31, 2008

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When the download is complete, RSLogix will open another confirmation
dialog box. Click OK to switch the processor from Program mode to Run
mode.

Note: If you receive an error message during these steps, refer to your RSLogix documentation to
interpret and correct the error.

1.1.1 Configuring

RSLinx

If RSLogix is unable to establish communication with the processor, follow
these steps:

1

Open RSLinx.

2

Open the Communications menu, and choose Configure Drivers.

This action opens the Configure Drivers dialog box.

Note: If the list of configured drivers is blank, you must first choose and configure a driver from the
Available Driver Types list. The recommended driver type to choose for serial communication with
the processor is "RS-232 DF1 Devices".