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Allen-Bradley 1756-RM2 - User Manual

Allen-Bradley 1756-RM2
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ControlLogix Enhanced Redundancy System
Catalog Numbers 1756-RM, 1756-RMXT, 1756-RM2, 1756-RM2XT
User Manual

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Allen-Bradley 1756-RM2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAllen-Bradley
Model1756-RM2
CategoryControl Systems
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important User Information

Safety Guidelines and Warnings

Covers essential safety information, warnings, and symbols for safe operation of the equipment.

Chapter 1: About Enhanced Redundancy Systems

Switchovers

Describes the conditions and process for switching control between primary and secondary chassis.

Chapter 2: Design an Enhanced Redundancy System

Components of an Enhanced Redundancy System

Details available components for building a redundant chassis pair.

Redundant Chassis

Explains requirements for selecting and configuring redundant chassis.

Controllers in Redundant Chassis

Discusses controller placement, compatibility, and memory requirements.

Communication Modules in Redundant Chassis

Details requirements for ControlNet and EtherNet/IP modules in redundant systems.

Chapter 3: Install the Enhanced Redundancy System

Before You Begin

Tasks to complete before installing the enhanced redundancy system.

Step 1: Install the Software

Procedures for installing necessary software for system configuration.

Step 2: Install the Hardware

Steps for installing the system's hardware components, including chassis and modules.

Install the Redundancy Module

Instructions for installing the redundancy module into each chassis.

Step 3: Connect the Redundancy Modules via a Fiber-optic Cable

Procedure for connecting redundancy modules using fiber-optic communication cables.

Step 4: Update Redundant Chassis Firmware

Steps to upgrade firmware for modules in each chassis using ControlFLASH software.

Step 5: Designate the Primary and Secondary Chassis

Procedures for assigning primary and secondary roles to the redundant chassis.

Chapter 4: Configure the EtherNetIP Network

Use IP Address Swapping

Describes the IP address swapping feature for EtherNet/IP modules during switchovers.

Configure EtherNetIP Communication Modules in a Redundant System

Procedures for configuring EtherNet/IP modules in redundant chassis.

Chapter 5: Configure the ControlNet Network

Chapter 6: Configure the Redundancy Modules

About the Redundancy Module Configuration Tool (RMCT)

Introduces the RMCT and its uses for configuring and monitoring redundancy modules.

Chapter 7: Program the Redundant Controller

Configure the Redundant Controller

Steps to configure controllers for operation within a redundant system.

Crossloads, Synchronization, and Switchovers

Explains crossloads, synchronization, and their impact on program execution after switchovers.

Program to Minimize Scan Times

Methods to improve program efficiency and minimize scan times for faster switchovers.

Program to Maintain Data Integrity

Instructions and techniques to prevent data loss or corruption.

Download the Project

Procedures for downloading the project to the primary controller.

Chapter 8: Monitor and Maintain an Enhanced Redundancy System

Conduct a Test Switchover

Verifying that the redundant system switches over as expected.

Chapter 9: Troubleshoot a Redundant System

General Troubleshooting Tasks

Executing tasks to determine the cause of errors or events in the redundancy system.

Check the Module Status Indicators

Examining module status indicators to identify the cause of errors or events.

Use RSLogix 5000 Software to View Errors

Viewing redundancy status and errors using RSLogix 5000 software.

Use the RMCT Event Log

Accessing the RMCT Event Log to determine causes of events, errors, or faults.

Appendix C: Upgrade from a Standard Redundancy System or to Another Enhanced Redundancy System

Step 7: Upgrade the Primary Chassis Redundancy Module Firmware

Steps to upgrade the firmware of the primary chassis redundancy module.

Step 10: Lock the System and Initiate a Switchover to Upgrade

Locking the system and initiating a switchover to update the primary chassis.

Step 11: Upgrade the New Secondary Chassis Firmware

Upgrading firmware for modules in the new secondary chassis after a switchover.

Step 12: Synchronize the Redundant Chassis

Synchronizing redundant chassis after firmware upgrades.

Appendix D: Convert from a Nonredundant System

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