Configure a ControlNet Module 
 
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Important: 
This procedure shows the New Module dialog box for a 1756-
CN2R/B. However, various dialogs appear during configuration 
depending on the ControlNet module you select. For help 
configuring a module, refer to the online help in the Logix Designer 
application. 
This table lists the ControlNet communication modules available 
locally in the local chassis, computer, or controller with each Logix 
5000 controller. 
Table 6 - ControlNet Communication Modules Available Locally 
Logix 5000 Controller  Local ControlNet Communication Module 
1768 CompactLogix  1768-CNB, 1768-CNBR 
1769 CompactLogix  1769-L32C and 1769-L35CR controllers have a built-in 
ControlNet port 
ControlLogix  1756-CN2, 1756-CN2R, 1756-CNB, 1756-CNBR 
SoftLogix  1784-PCIC, 1784-PCICS 
3.  Complete the fields on the New Module dialog box and then click OK. 
Field  Action 
Name  Type a name for the local ControlNet module. 
Node  Enter the module’s node number on the network. 
Description  Type a description of the local ControlNet module. 
Slot  Enter the module’s slot number in the chassis. 
Revision  Choose a major and minor revision of Logix Designer 
software. 
Electronic Keying  Choose a keying option, as described in Electronic Keying 
on page 37 on page 40.