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Configure the EtherNet/IP Communication Auxiliary Module Chapter 2
10. Assign the appropriate network settings per the recommendation of the
network administrator for the network that this module communicates
on and click Apply.
11. Remove and reapply the DeviceNet connector to allow the
communications changes to take effect.
Other Factors to Consider When Assigning Network Parameters
There are other factors to consider when assigning network parameters, which
include the:
• network isolation from or integration into the plant/enterprise
network.
• network size.
For large networks, even isolated networks, it might be more convenient
and safe to use a BOOTP/DHCP server rather than RSLinx software.
The BOOTP/DHCP server also limits the possibility of assigning
duplicate IP addresses.
• company policies and procedures associated with plant floor network
installation and maintenance.
• level of involvement by information technology personnel in plant floor
network installation and maintenance.
• type of training offered to control engineers and maintenance personnel.
If the Rockwell Automation BOOTP or DHCP server is used in an uplinked
subnet where an enterprise DHCP server exists, a module may get an address
from the enterprise server before the Rockwell Automation utility even sees the
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