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7 Tag Data Link Functions
NJ/NX-series CPU Unit Built-in EtherNet/IP Port User’s Manual (W506)
7-2 Setting Tag Data Links
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7-2-8 Connecting the Network Configurator to the Network
This section describes how to Connect the Network Configurator online.
Although all NX701 CPU Units provide two EtherNet/IP ports, the Network Configurator treats
these two ports as two different units and connects them individually.
Connect to the built-in EtherNet/IP port on the CPU Unit via an Ethernet switch.
Precautions for Correct UsePrecautions for Correct Use
The first time you connect via Ethernet with Windows XP (SP2 or higher), Windows Vista, or
Windows 7, you much change the Windows firewall settings. For the procedure, refer to A-4 Pre-
cautions for Using the Network Configurator on Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7.
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Select Option - Select Interface - Ethernet I/F.
2
Select Network - Connect. If there are multiple Ethernet interfaces on the computer, the Select
Connect Network Port Dialog Box is displayed. Select the interface to connect, and press the
OK Button.
The following dialog box is displayed.
7-2-8 Connecting the Network Configurator to the Network
Connecting through Ethernet