Configuration Methodology for an Ethernet Network
Original instructions
Creating a Network
To create a logical Ethernet network:
Step
Action
1
In the Project Browser, right-click the Network subdirectory in the Communication directory and select the New Network option. The Add Network screen appears:
2
Choose Ethernet in the List of available networks and choose a meaningful name for your selection:
Note: If desired, a comment may be added by clicking on the Comment tab.
3
Click OK, and a new logic network is created. The new Ethernet network appears in the project browser:
Note: As you can see, a small icon indicates that the logical network is not associated with a PLC device.
Accessing Network Configuration
To access the logical Ethernet network configuration:
Step
Action
1
Open the project browser in order to see the logic networks of your application:
2
Right-click the Ethernet logic network to be configured and select Open. The Ethernet configuration screen is displayed.
3
Scroll to choose the Model Family of your network: