Schedule the Network Using
RSNetWorx for ControlNet
3. Drill down the tree through the ControlNet driver and the 1756-CNB
module at node 1 to the controller in slot 0.
4. Highlight the controller and click on the Download button to download
the program to the Logix5550 controller in the local chassis.
5. Minimize RSLogix5000.
You must run RSNetWorx for ControlNet to enable the I/O modules in the
remote I/O chassis. Running RSNetWorx transfers configuration data to
networked modules and establishes a Network Update Time (NUT) for
ControlNet that is compliant with the desired communication options
specified for each module.
Perform the following steps to schedule and optimize your network:
1. Start the RSNetWorx for ControlNet software. The RSNetWorx main
window will appear:
2. From the Network menu, select New.
3. Check the Edits Enabled box and go Online
Controlling I/O Over a ControlNet Network
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