ProSoft Technology MVI46-GSC - Manual (Page 7)

Start Here MVI46-GSC ♦ SLC Platform
Generic Serial Communication Module
ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 7 of 78
December 5, 2007
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In This Chapter
¾ System Requirements.............................................................. 7
¾ Package Contents.................................................................... 8
¾ Setting Jumpers ....................................................................... 9
¾ Install the Module in the Rack .................................................. 9
¾ Connect your PC to the Processor......................................... 11
¾ Download the Sample Program to the Processor .................. 12
¾ Connect your PC to the Module ............................................. 15
Installing the MVI46-GSC module requires a reasonable working knowledge of
the Rockwell Automation hardware, the MVI46-GSC Module and the application
in which they will be used.
Caution: It is important that those responsible for implementation can complete
the application without exposing personnel, or equipment, to unsafe or inappropriate
working conditions. Safety, quality and experience are key factors in a successful
installation.
1.1 System Requirements
The MVI46-GSC module requires the following minimum hardware and software
components:
ƒ
Rockwell Automation SLC 5/02 M0/M1 capable processors (or newer), with
compatible power supply and one free slot in the rack, for the MVI46-GSC
module. The module requires 800mA of available power.
ƒ Rockwell Automation RSLogix 500 programming software.
ƒ Rockwell Automation RSLinx communication software
ƒ Pentium® II 500 MHz minimum. Pentium III 733 MHz (or better)
recommended
ƒ Supported operating systems:
o
Microsoft® Windows 98
o
Windows NT® (version 4 with SP4 or higher)
o
Windows 2000
o
Windows XP