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6   Installation
NX-series EtherNet/IP Coupler Unit User’s Manual (W536)
6-1  Installing Units
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6-1-1  Installation Precautions
 Accessibility for Operation and Maintenance
• To ensure safe access for operation and maintenance, separate the EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal 
as much as possible from high-voltage equipment and power machinery.
• If will be easy to operate the EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal if it is mounted at a height of 1.0 to 1.6 m 
above the floor.
 Improving Noise Immunity
• Do not mount the EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal in a cabinet or control panel containing high-voltage 
equipment.
• Install the EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal at least 200 mm away from power lines.
• Ground the mounting plate between the EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal and the mounting surface.
 Installation Orientation
Refer to 6-1-3 Installation Orientation on page 6-8.
Mount the EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal on DIN Track if you install it in a cabinet or control panel.
Consider the width of wiring ducts, wiring, ventilation, and Unit replacement when determining the 
space between EtherNet/IP Slave Terminals.
The EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal must be mounted on DIN Track.
It cannot be mounted with screws.
Installation Method in Control Panels
Fan
Control panel
Louver
EtherNet/IP 
Slave 
Terminal
200 mm min.
200 mm 
min.
Power lines
EtherNet/IP Slave Terminal