ProSoft Technology MVI56E-MNETC - Manual (Page 61)

MVI56E-MNETC ♦ ControlLogix Platform Configuring the MVI56E-MNETC Module
Modbus TCP/IP Client Enhanced Communication Module User Manual
ProSoft Technology, Inc. Page 61 of 183
February 3, 2013
2.3 Connecting Your PC to the Module
With the module securely mounted, connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the
Config (E1) Port, and the other end to an Ethernet hub or switch accessible from
the same network as your PC. You can also connect directly from the Ethernet
Port on your PC to the Config (E1)
Port on the module by using an Ethernet
crossover cable (not included).
2.3.1 Setting Up a Temporary IP Address
Important: ProSoft Configuration Builder locates MVI56E-MNETC modules
through UDP broadcast messages. These messages may be blocked by routers
or layer 3 switches. In that case, ProSoft Discovery Service will be unable to
locate the modules.
To use ProSoft Configuration Builder, arrange the Ethernet connection so that
there is no router/ layer 3 switch between the computer and the module OR
reconfigure the router/ layer 3 switch to allow routing of the UDP broadcast
messages.
1 In the tree view in ProSoft Configuration Builder, select the MVI56E-MNETC
module.