This week on The Automation Minute
Wednesday I walked through how to setup RSLinx to communicate to a CompactLogix using Serial:
Thursday I walked through how to setup RSLinx to communicate to a CompactLogix using USB:
And today (Friday) I walked through how to set or change a CompactLogix’s Ethernet IP address through a Serial or USB connection:
I hope you found this week’s videos helpful. Next week I plan on covering BOOTP as well as Firmware Flashing.
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Shawn Tierney is a lifelong Technology Enthusiast who began programing in the early 80's on the Apple II and VIC-20 personal computers. After earning a degree in Electronics, he worked as a Certified Controls and Information Automation Specialist for 25 years before launching The Automation Blog and School in 2013.
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