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5.3. Device name allocation
Device identification in the network requires the worldwide unique MAC ID, the (statically or dynamically
assigned) IP address, and third a unique device name in the PROFINET network. All three identifiers are
used during system bootup and during operation. E
ngineering requires to assign the encoder’s device name.
5.3.1. Device name allocation in the project
Double-click the present name of the top module displayed in the device overview and enter desired device
name. Default setting is
„EAx580“. System will not consider writing in upper or lower case.
5.3.2. Automated name allocation
The device name can be written automatically into the encoder. In the factory-provided state and after a
“factory reset” the device name in the encoder is empty.
Preconditions for automated name allocation:
A topology planning has been defined.
The previous device name has been deleted
(e.g. by “factory reset”) or option "Permit overwriting of
device names of all assigned IO devices" (see following screenshot) is enabled.
Option
„Support device replacement without exchangeable medium“ (see following screenshot) is
enabled.
Automated name allocation is executed as soon as the encoder logs on the network where projected.
