rsNetworx online issue

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jafar_389
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rsNetworx online issue

Post by jafar_389 »

hello every body
i make small project with two chassis that comunicating with controlNet ,i configure rslinx with (RS-232 DF1 Devices) driver (direct connect to controllogix plc).
but when i try go online with rsNetworx but is not possible.
kindly ask you is it possible go online rsnetworx with (RS-232 DF1 Devices) cable direct interface with PLC.
NowanH
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Joined: Wed Apr 30, 2014 6:16 pm

Re: rsNetworx online issue

Post by NowanH »

It's not possible. According to Rockwells' knowledgebase:
It is not supported to browse from DF1 to ControlNet.

This is because the DF1 packet is much smaller than a ControlNet packet and could cause timeout errors, including the error seen above.

If possible, use an ethernet module to make this connection.
(taken from doc: 56545 - Is it possible to browse through a serial connection on a Controller to ControlNet? - Access Level: Everyone)