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2. Installation
2.5 How to Setup a EtherNet/IP Network
The following is a basic procedure for setting up a EtherNet/IP network:
1. Choose node distribution and distribution route on your network.
For details, refer to the following section 2.6 EtherNet/IP Network Construction.
2. Lay cables.
For details, refer to the following section 2.6 EtherNet/IP Network Construction.
3. Configure nodes.
For details, refer to respective manuals of your desired nodes.
4. Turn ON the nodes.
5. Install the scanner board in your controller.
Refer to the section 2.9 EtherNet/IP Board Installation later in this chapter.
6. Configure a master and slaves.
Use the configuration management software for configuring a master and slaves
(scan list). For details, please refer to the configuration management software
manual.
To configure EPSON RC+ as a master, refer to the section 2.9 EtherNet/IP Board
Installation later in this chapter.
7. Configure EPSON RC+.
Refer to the section 2.10 EPSON RC+ Fieldbus I/O Installation later in this chapter.
8. Operate the EtherNet/IP network.
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