
About the Anybus CompactCom 40 EtherCAT
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About the Anybus CompactCom 40 EtherCAT
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General
The Anybus CompactCom 40 EtherCAT communication module provides instant EtherCAT con-
formance tested connectivity via the patented Anybus CompactCom host interface. Any device
that supports this standard can take advantage of the features provided by the module, allowing
seamless network integration regardless of network type.
This product conforms to all aspects of the host interface for Anybus CompactCom 40 modules
defined in the Anybus CompactCom 40 Hardware and Software Design Guides, making it fully
interchangeable with any other device following that specification. Generally, no additional net-
work related software support is needed, however in order to be able to take full advantage of
advanced network specific functionality, a certain degree of dedicated software support may be
necessary.
Anybus
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CompactCom
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40 EtherCAT
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Network Guide
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