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1 EtherCAT Networks
NX-series EtherCAT Coupler Unit User’s Manual (W519)
1-2 EtherCAT Network Configu-
ration Elements
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1-2-2 Introduction to Configuration Devices
You can load an ESI file into the Sysmac Studio to easily allocate slave process data and make other
settings.
The ESI files for OMRON EtherCAT slaves are already installed in the Sysmac Studio.
You can update the Sysmac Studio to get the ESI files for the most recent models.
Unit power supplies provide power for communications and the internal operation of EtherCAT Slave
Ter mi n a ls .
I/O power supplies provide power for the I/O operation of the external devices that are connected to
EtherCAT Slave Terminals.
Unit Power Supplies
I/O Power Supplies