Rockwell Automation Publication IASIMP-QS030A-EN-P - July 2012
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Create DeviceNet Network Software Files
Chapter
2
Register an EDS File - Optional
You might need to register a device for use in RSNetWorx for DeviceNet software so the
software recognizes the device and uses it appropriately. You register an electronic data sheet
(EDS) file in the software.
If you do not need to register an EDS file in RSNetWorx for DeviceNet software, skip to
1769-SDN Scanner Module’s Node Address on page 26
.
1.
Access the Rockwell Automation website that provides access to EDS files at:
www.rockwellautomation.com/resources/eds/
.
2.
Use the pull-down menus to
narrow the search parameters.
3.
Click the link for the file you need
to register.
4.
Save the file to a location on your
computer that you will remember.
5.
In RSNetWorx for DeviceNet
software, choose EDS Wizard . . .
from the Tools pull-down menu.