XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Features ................................. 5 Product Overview ............................5 Product Features ............................5 Application Configuration ..........................6 Naming Rules ................................7 Naming Rules ..............................7 Coupler Naming Rules ..........................7 2.1.1...
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Table of Contents Wiring ..................................31 Wiring Terminal ............................31 Wiring Instructions and Requirements ....................32 XB6-EI0002 Communication Interface Wiring ..................35 Scenario 1: There Is Only One Set of XB6-EI0002 Modules in the Network ..... 36 6.3.1...
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Table of Contents 6.4.25 XB6-A40TM ............................63 6.4.26 XB6-P04A ............................64 6.4.27 XB6-P20D ............................65 6.4.28 XB6-P20DS ............................66 6.4.29 XB6-C01SP ............................67 Common Terminal Expansion Module Wiring Diagram ............68 Operation ..................................69 Modular Application ...........................
Product Features 1.1 Product Overview XB6 series Slice I/O modules adopt the structure of coupler and I/O module combination. The coupler connects the expandable I/O modules to the real-time industrial Ethernet system, and the I/O module communication backplane adopts X-bus, which provides high real-time performance and a wide range of modules, providing users with high-speed data acquisition, optimized system configuration, simplified on-site wiring, and improved system reliability.
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 1 Product Features 1.3 Application Configuration I/O modules Extension I/O modules End cover Coupler module Function modules Function modules power module Application method: Different modules can be combined, including power supply, coupler, digital, analog, relay, temperature, and other modules.
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 2 Naming Rules Naming Rules 2.1 Naming Rules 2.1.1 Coupler Naming Rules Item Value Description Of The Values Bus Type XB: X-bus Product Series 6: Slice I/O EI: EtherNet/IP EC: EtherCAT Bus Protocol...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 2 Naming Rules 2.1.2 I/O Module Naming Rules Item Value Description Of The Values Bus Type XB: X-Bus Product Series 6: Slice A:Analog I/O Module Type Blank:Digital Analog: 0, 4, 8 Number Of Inputs...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 2 Naming Rules 2.2 List of Common Modules Model Product Description XB6-EI2002ST EtherNet/IP coupler kit (power supply + coupler + cover plate) XB6-P2000 Extension power module XB6-3200A 32-channel digital input module, NPN type...
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 2 Naming Rules XB6-A04I 4-channel analog output module XB6-0012J 12-channel relay output module XB6-A40TM 4-channel RTD and thermocouple temperature acquisition module XB6-A80TM 8-channel RTD and thermocouple temperature acquisition module XB6-P04A Pulse output module...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 3 Product Parameters Product Parameters 3.1 General Parameters General Technical Parameters Power Module 106X61X22.5 Mm Size Coupler Module 106X61X22.5 Mm I/O Modules 106X73X25.7 Mm Power Module 110g Weight Coupler Module 80 g I/O Modules...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 3 Product Parameters 3.3 Interface Parameter Ethernet/Ip Interface Parameters Bus Protocol EtherNet/IP Number of I/O Stations Depends on the controller Data Transmission Medium Ethernet CAT5 cable ≤100 m (station to station) Transmission Distance...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 3 Product Parameters Channel Indicator Lights Green LED Rated Voltage 24 VDC(18V~30V) Number of Outputs relay output Isolation Method Optocouplers, Relays Rated Load Channel Indicator Lights Green LED light 3.5 Analog Parameter 3.5.1 Technical Parameters...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 3 Product Parameters Number of Outputs 4, 8 Output Signal (Voltage Type) 0~+10 V, -10~+10 V (range adjustable) Output Signal (Current Type) 0~20 mA, 4~20 mA (range adjustable) Resolution 16 bit XB6-A04V、XB6-A08V、 ±0.1%...
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 3 Product Parameters Tables3-2 Current Code Values 0 (default) 4-20mA 0-20mA 4-20mA 0-20mA Range Current code value code value code value code value 3277 1382 6554 2765 9830 4147 13107 5530 4096 16384...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 4 Panel Panel 4.1 Coupler Panel 4.1.1 Coupler Structure Name and function description of each part of the product Number Name Description ① Power interface Push-in terminal blocks ② Guide rail slot Suitable for DIN 35 mm rail fixing ③...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 4 Panel 4.1.2 Rotary Switch IP address setting A rotary switch can be used to specify the setting method of the module IP address. Set value (decimal) IP address setting method BOOTP-based settings The factory rotary switch is set to "000", the default state is based on the BOOTP...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 4 Panel 4.1.3 ID and Indicators Description of IDs and indicators of the power module Color Status Status description Normal status of working power supply Green Flashing 80% overload. The power supply to real stage load is cut off...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 4 Panel establish a network connection Green No network connection established or abnormal Flashing Connection established with data interaction Yellow No data interaction or exception 4.2 I/O Module Panel Names and functional descriptions of each part of the module...
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 5 Installation and Disassembly Installation and Disassembly 5.1 Installation Guide Module Installation Precautions Ensure that the cabinet is well ventilated. Do not install this unit next to or above equipment that may generate excessive heat.
XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 5 Installation and Disassembly Be sure to install the rail mounts 5.2 Installation And Disassembly Steps Module Installation and Removal Module Installation 1. Install the power supply module first on the rail that has been fixed.
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 5 Installation and Disassembly Press the power module with force until a "click" sound is heard. The module is now installed in place, as shown in the figure②. ② Coupler module installation Steps...
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 5 Installation and Disassembly ⑤ End cover installation Steps Install the end cover on the right side of the last module, as shown in the figure⑥, using the same installation method as the coupler module.
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XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 5 Installation and Disassembly Install a guide rail fastener on the right side of the end cover. In this process, first push the guide rail fastener towards the coupler to ensure that the module...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Wiring 6.1 Wiring Terminal Wiring Terminal Number of Poles 16 P Signal Wire Terminal Number of Poles 20 P Wire Gauge 26 -16 AWG 0.3-1.0 mm² Number of Poles Power Terminal Wire Gauge 26 -12 AWG 0.3-1.5mm²...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.2 Wiring Instructions and Requirements Power supply wiring precautions The module system-side power supply and field-side power supply need to be configured separately, do not mix them. PE needs to be reliably grounded.
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Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Using the DC24V power module, refer to the wiring method and connect the power supply according to the circuit shown in the following figure, and at the same time ground PE reliably (twisted-pair wire is recommended for the power supply cable).
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Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Load power wiring: 20P terminal on field side Refer to the corresponding I/O module wiring diagram and wiring method to press the signal wire cable into the terminal block. The load power supply uses 24 VDC power supply, refer to the wiring method and connect the power supply according to the circuit shown in the left figure (refer to the corresponding).1.1 错误!表格结果无效。...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.3 XB6-EI0002 Communication Interface Wiring Some of the XB6-EI0002 coupler screen prints are identified as IN/OUT as shown below. When wiring, it is necessary to connect the network topology according to the corresponding scenario examples, otherwise communication failures may occur.
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.3.1 Scenario 1: There Is Only One Set of XB6-EI0002 Modules in the Network When there is only 1 set of XB6-EI0002 modules in the network: The "IN" port of the module is connected to any network port of the previous node device;...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.3.2 Scenario 2: There Are Multiple XB6-EI0002 Modules in the Network When there are multiple XB6-EI0002 modules in the network: The "IN" port of the first module is connected to any network port of the previous node device;...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.3.3 Scenario 3: Using Switches In A Network When a switch is used in the network: The "IN" port of the module is connected to any network port of the switch;...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.4.15 XB6-0012J *24V internal conduction; 0V internal conduction *Load common terminal power supply need to be the same as modules *COM can be connected to positive or negative electrodes, it’s not connected inside and support DC0-48V...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.4.27 XB6-P20D *24V internal conduction; 0V internal conduction *CI is the common terminal of input channels I0~I3, internally conductive, NPN/PNP compatible *The load common terminal power supply should use the same power supply as the module...
Wiring XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 6.4.28 XB6-P20DS *24V internal conduction; 0V internal conduction *CI is the common terminal of input channels I0~I3, internally conductive, NPN/PNP compatible *The load common terminal power supply should use the same power supply as the module...
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Operation 7.1 Modular Application Two combinations are available for the product as shown below, each containing a coupler, I/O modules and an end cover. First product combination (coupler, I/O modules, cover plate)
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Second product combination (coupler, I/O modules, extension power module, I/O modules, cover plate) Coupler I/O modules extension power module I/O modules cover plate Limitations on the number of module configurations: The number of IO modules that can be supported by a coupler is not higher than 32.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual When the module is shipped from the factory, the rotary switch is set to "000", the IP address is not assigned, and the IP address defaults to 192.168.0.120 for devices with S/N number beginning with 1294.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.2.2 Setting The IP Address Via The Host Computer Software Toggle the rotary switch to 0, power up the module, scan the module using the host computer, and click on the IP address field of the module to modify the IP address after scanning the module.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Precautions If you use BOOTP to modify the IP address, you need to set the request acceptance time when scanning and the timeout time when setting the IP address to 60s. After the upper computer modification is completed, the module modifies the startup method to fixed IP startup and restarts automatically.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Examples of scanned devices are shown in the following figure. Double-click the device and set the IP address in the pop-up "IP Settings" window, as shown below. 7.2.4 Setting the IP Address Via Ethernet Device Configuration After the device is powered on, you can set the coupler IP address through the Ethernet Device Configuration tool.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click "Configure -> Set IP Adress", the window shown below will pop up, set the IP address and subnet mask according to the actual situation. 7.3 Restore Factory Settings If the IP address is forgotten, lost or other abnormalities occur during use, the module can be reset through the IP address reset function.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.4 Module Parameter Setting Function 7.4.1 Digital Output Clear/Hold Function The Clear/Hold function is for modules with outputs. This function configures the output action of the module when communication is disconnected. Clear Output: When communication is disconnected, the module output channel automatically clears the output.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.4.5 Analog Range Configuration Function The analog range setting function is used to set the analog range (see "3.5Analog Parameter "). Configuration method See "7.6Bus Module Configuration Description ". *Repowering is recommended after modifications are completed.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.5 Process Data 7.5.1 I/O Module Process Data Digital I/O modules. Each module is assigned a length of 4Byte data unit, each channel occupies 1Bit, the actual length of data used varies depending on the number of module channels.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.5.2 Coupler Process Data The coupler is allocated 4Byte of data for coupler status indication and alarms, definition of bottom bus status indication and topology comparison hints. Bottom bus status indication: status value...
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.6 Bus Module Configuration Description 7.6.1 Application in CODESYS V3.5 Software Environment Preparations Hardware Environment A computer with CODESYS V3.5 software pre-installed. Network cables. One switching power supply. Module mounting rails and rail fixings.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual New construction Click "File" and select "New Project". Add "Ethernet" Start the PLC with "CODESYS Control Win V3 - x64 SysTray". Double-click "Device (CODESYS Control Win V3 X84)" in the left navigation tree, and then click "Scan Network".
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Select "Device(CODESYS Control Win V3 X84) " " in the left navigation tree, right click and select "Add Device". Select "EthernetIP -> Ethernet Adapter -> Ethernet" as shown below. Select "Ethernet" in the left navigation tree, right click and select "Add Device".
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Configure "EthernetIP". Double-click on "Ethernet" in the left navigation tree to open the configuration window. On the General tab, click to the right of Interfaces and select Network Adapters, as shown in the following figure.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual The device has been added, as shown below. Parameter setting and I/O module addition The parameter setting function is used to configure the configuration of uplink data, downlink data, digital clear hold, input filtering, analog range, configuration, and temperature module parameters.Table 7-1 Parameter Description Parameter Description Double-click the device to open the "Device Configuration"...
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual To modify the parameter values, see parameter descriptions inTable 7-1 Parameter Description Parameter Description Add the I/O modules in sequence according to the system configuration, such as shown in the following figure.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Table 7-1 Parameter Description Parameters Parameter Description Uplink data, equal to 4+n*4+m*16 n: number of digital input I/O modules (including hybrid I/O T-->O Size (byte) modules) m: number of analog input I/O modules...
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.6.2 Application In KV STUDIO Ver.10G Software Environment Preparations Hardware Environment A computer with pre-installed KV STUDIO Ver.10G software. Network cables. One switching power supply. Module mounting rails and rail fixings. Please configure the module model and type according to the actual configuration, such as the following...
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual The Confirm Unit Configuration Settings dialog box pops up, click Yes. Communication settings Select the communication method, if the PLC and the host computer software are connected through a network cable, select "Ethernet", if connected through USB, select "USB".
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Select the NIC in the Find Connection Target pop-up box and click Perform Find. Check the found PLCs and click Select. Click OK. "USB connection" operation method Select USB on the "Communication Settings" screen.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Installation of EDS files Double click "EtherNet/IP" in the left navigation tree to enter the "EtherNet/IP Settings" interface, such as the following figure. Click "EDS File" in the menu bar of the "EtherNet/IP Settings" screen, and then click "Login".
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual The network cable is connected as follows: Select "Directly connect to PC's Ethernet port" and set the local NIC and IP address. Click to find devices connected within the network. Set the IP address network segment for lookup.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Setting the IP address In the interface of the found device, double-click the IP address column and configure the IP address in the pop-up box. The default address network segment is 192.168.0.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Table 7-2 Parameter Description Parameters Parameter Description Uplink data, equal to 4+n*4+m*16 n: number of digital input I/O modules (including hybrid I/O Produce Data Size modules) m: Number of analog input I/O modules...
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click "Execute" to download to the PLC. Check the device indicator XB6-P2000H: P light is always on in green color. XB6-EI0002: P light is always on in green color, L light is always on, E light is not on, N light is always on.I/O module: P light is always on, R light is always on.
Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual 7.6.3 Application In CX-One Software Environment Preparations Hardware Environment Module preparation This description uses the XB6-EI2002ST module kit, XB6-1600B, XB6-3200A, XB6-A80I, XB6- 0032B, XB6-A80V, and XB6-A04I six modules as an example.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click OK. In the "Change PLC" window, select "Network Type", i.e., the way the PLC connects to the computer, which is categorized into USB connection and network cable connection, and the corresponding network types are "USB"...
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Enter the PLC address in the "Network Settings" pop-up window. Note: In "EtherNet/IP" mode, the IP of the computer needs to be set to the same network segment as the PLC. Click OK to complete the creation of the new project.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual The IP address of the PLC can be reset (not configurable when using a USB connection). Click OK to complete the PLC IP address setting. Installation of EDS files Double-click "IO Table and Unit Settings" to open the "PLC IO Table" window.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click OK to enter the Network Configurator Settings screen as shown below. Click "EDS File -> Install" in the menu bar, select the "EDS file" to be installed, and complete the file installation.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Hardware Configuration Adding PLCs and couplers can be done manually or by automatic scanning. Manual addition method: In the left navigation bar of "Network Configurator", expand the "DeviceType" directory, and double-click the PLC and coupler to add them to the network, as shown in the following figure.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click the following icon. The "Setup Interface" window pops up as shown below. If the coupler cannot be swept out, use the "Ethernet Device Configuration" tool to modify the IP address of the coupler, and then reopen the operation.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Table 7-3 Parameter Description parameters Parameter description Uplink data, equal to 4+n*4+m*16 n: number of digital input I/O modules (including hybrid I/O Produce Data Size modules) m: Number of analog input I/O modules...
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual The "Edit Tag Set" window pops up. First click the "Edit Tags" button, then click the "New" button, as shown below. The "Edit Tag" window pops up, and you can set the upper row data.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Name: the starting ID of the uplink data, representing the starting ID of the input module in the configuration. Size: upstream data, see value6Parameter setting and I/O module addition See 6 Parameter Settings and I/O Module Additions for values.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Name: Starting ID of the downstream data, starting ID of the output module in the configuration. Size: downstream data. The starting ID value of the downlink data needs to be greater than the starting ID of the uplink data + the uplink data.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click "OK" and the following window will pop up. "EtherNet/IP" type Click on the menu "Option" button and select the network type "Ethernet I/F". Click the Connect icon as shown below. The "Setup Interface" window pops up as shown below.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Check "TCP:2". The following dialog box pops up. (This step is omitted when the configuration selects the automatic scanning method.) Click OK. Select the PLC icon and click the "Download to Device" icon as shown below.
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual Click Yes in the Network Configurator pop-up window. Select the module and click the following button. The following window will pop up, indicating that the download is complete, click "OK". Note: If the PLC reports a connection error after the download is complete, please check the parameter configuration and re-download after power failure and reboot (download NetWork Configurator first, then CX-Programmer).
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Operation XB6 Series EtherNet/IP Slice I/O User Manual XB6-EI0002: P light is always on in green color, L light is always on, E light is not on, N light is always on.I/O module: P light is always on, R light is always on.
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