260 Fieldbus Communication
WAGO-I/O-SYSTEM 750
750-880, 750-880/025-000 ETHERNET Programmable Fieldbus Controller
Manual
Version 1.0.1
12.3.3 Characteristics of the EtherNet/IP Protocol Software
The Ethernet/IP product classes are divided into 4 levels with each level
containing a particular functionality. Each higher level in turn possesses at least
the functionality of a lower level. The fieldbus coupler supports levels 1 and 2 of
the Ethernet/IP product classes, which immediately build on each other.
Level 2
Level 2: Level 1 + I/O Messages Server
Level 1
Level 1: Explicit Messages Server
• Unconnected
Message
Manager
(UCMM) client and server
•
128 Encapsulation Protocol sessions
•
128 Class 3 or Class 1 connections combined
•
Class 3 connection – explicit messages
(connection oriented, client and server)
•
Class 1 connection – I/O messages
(connection oriented, client and server)
12.3.4 EDS File
The "Electronic Data Sheets" file (EDS file for short) contains the characteristics
of the fieldbus coupler/controller and information regarding its communication
capabilities. The EDS file required for Ethernet/IP operation is imported and
installed by the corresponding configuration software.
Note
Downloading the EDS file!
You can download the EDS file in the download area of the WAGO web site:
Service
Downloads
AUTOMATION
Information
Information about installing the EDS file
When installing the EDS file, refer to the information provided in the
documentation of the configuration software, which you are using.
