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1.10 Ethernet Connections
The Ethernet connectors are located on the top of the SD17060E2 and SD31045E2 units. The connectors are
standard RJ-45 jacks that will accept any standard 100baseT cable. Because the port can run at 100 Mbit
speeds, Category 5, 5e, or 6 cable should be used.
The Ethernet ports on the units are “auto-sense” ports that will automatically switch between 10baseT and
100baseT depending on the network equipment they are attached to. The ports also have “auto switch” capa-
bility. This means that a standard cable can be used to connect the SD17060E2 or SD31045E2 to any device,
including a personal computer.
Figure T1.10 Ethernet Port Location
The Network Status LED’s are fully described on page 19 in the
section of the Specifications
reference.
1.11 EtherNet/IP Connections
1.11.1 Non-DLR Applications
The Networked Driver has two Ethernet ports with a built-in Ethernet switch connecting the two. In non-DLR
applications, either port can be used to attach the unit to the network. The remaining port can be used to
extend the network to another device if this would reduce wiring costs.
1.11.2 DLR Applications
In Device Level Ring applications, the Networked Driver functions as Beacon-Based Ring Nodes. In these
applications, both ports are used when wiring the ring, daisy chaining from one unit in the ring to the next.
1.12 PROFINET Connections
1.12.1 Non-MRP Applications
The Networked Driver has two Ethernet ports with a built-in Ethernet switch connecting the two. In non-
MRP applications, either port can be used to attach the unit to the network. Also, both ports can be used in
non-MRP applications. For example, if two units are located some distance from your controller, then you
need only run one cable from your controller to the first unit. The second unit can then be attached to the first
with a short cable. There is no need to run two cables from your controller.
1.12.2 MRP Applications
In Media Redundancy Protocol applications, the Networked Driver functions as a Media Redundancy Client
(MRC). In these applications, both ports are used when wiring the ring, daisy chaining from one unit in the
ring to the next.
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