2. Installation
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Modes
EtherNet/IP board manufactured by Hilscher has the master mode and the slave mode.
However, do not use in the slave mode.
Master mode
The master device gathers and controls all nodes on EtherNet/IP network.
EtherNet/IP master can control up to 64 nodes (max. 128 bytes per slave) in one
network.
PLC is typically configured as a master and controls all nodes in factory automation
system, but EPSON RC+ is also capable of being a master.
EtherNet/IP network configuration is specified by configuration management
software. This is normally provided by a master device manufacturer.
The configuration management software determines parameters for each slave device
via an Electronic Data Sheet (EDS).
Available connection types are Cyclic, Change of State, and Explicit Messaging.
Available baud rates are 100 Mbps and 10 Mbps.
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