Chapter 9 Fieldbus I/O Interfaces
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9-5-2 Description of the Hardware
● EDS File
An EDS file is an information file related to the communication specifications of Device Net-compatible device
and a separate, individual file exists for each device. The EDS file is necessary for using the Device Net
configuration software to connect the MFC-DN and the PLC.
The EDS file is included in the installation CD and/or downloadable from the FEC website. Please refer to the
PLC manufacturer instruction manual for the Device Net configuration software concerning the appropriate
method for using the EDS file.