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Festo — CPX-AP-A-PN-M12 — 2022-07
Commissioning
Identification & Maintenance (I&M)
The “Identification & Maintenance” (I&M) function serves as an electronic rating plate of the interface
and offers uniform, manufacturer-independent access to device-specific online information over the
network.
PROFIenergy
The product supports the PROFIenergy profile for energy management. This makes it possible to
switch off specific consumers that are not required in order to reduce energy demand.
Crossover detection (auto MDI/MDI-X)
The product supports crossover detection (auto MDI/MDI-X), which means that there is the option of
using patch cables or crossover cables.
When using patch cables and crossover cables in the same network, crossover detection must be
activated in the higher-order controller.
Priority start-up (Fast Start-Up)
The "Fast Start-Up” function ensures that the automation system CPX-AP-A is able to start up quickly.
When using the “Fast Start-Up” function, crossover detection (auto MDI/MDI-X) must be deactivated.
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Mounting
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Carry out assembly according to the "Automation system CPX-AP-A operating instructions"
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Installation
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Carry out installation according to the "Automation system CPX-AP-A operating instructions"
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PROFINET Use network cables as described in the cable specification
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Commissioning
NOTICE
Unauthorised Access to the Device Can Cause Damage or Malfunction.
• When connecting the device to a network, protect the network from unauthorised access.
Standards for security in information technology can be used for network protection measures, e.g.
IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001.
NOTICE
Malfunction due to switching on the higher-order controller and automation system CPX-AP in the
incorrect order.
• Switch on the higher-order controller and automation system CPX-AP according to the preset order
of the network used.
1. Set up an automation project for the higher-order controller using suitable software.
2. Load the device description file into the software.
