Omron NS15-V2 Series, Setup Manual

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5-1 Connecting to Host Via Ethernet
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5-1 Connecting to Host Via Ethernet
To connect to the network using Ethernet, the network number, node number, and IP ad-
dress must be set. Use the CX-Designer to set the settings. For details, refer to
System Set-
tings and Project Properties in the CX-Designer’s Online Help.
The following connection methods are possible when connecting via the Ethernet only.
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Connecting PT Directly to the Host
Connect the PT to the host using twisted-pair cross cable.
10Base-T/100Base-T
Host
PT
Twisted-pair cross cable
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Connecting PT to Host with a Hub
Multiple PTs and hosts can be connected using twisted-pair straight cable and a hub.
10Base-T/100Base-T
Host 1 PT 1
Twisted-pair
straight cable
PT 2 Host 2
Hub
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Connecting PT and Host Using Transceivers
PTs can be connected in a 10Base-5 network configuration by using a hub and transceiver
that support 10Base-5.
10Base-T/100Base-T
PT 1
Twisted-pair
straight cable
PT 2
Host 2
Hub
Transceiver
Transceiver
cable
Transceiver
Coaxial cable
10Base-5
Terminator Terminator
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Devices Required for Network Configuration
The following additional devices are required to configure the network using the Ethernet and
must be purchased separately.
Always use products that conform to IEEE802.3 standards for all network configuration de-
vices.