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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I'm 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, I worked as a Certified Controls and Information Automation Specialist for 25 years before leaving to become a full time Industrial Automation instructor and mentor at TheAutomationSchool, as well as publishing industry interviews, news, and product how-to’s at TheAutomationBlog.com. If you're interested in my training, mentoring, or becoming a sponsor, please schedule a teams meeting with me via https://calendly.com/shawntierney/business-meeting

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