Rockwell Automation 1756-SPESMNRMXT GuardLogix Controllers User Manual - Manuel (Page 36)

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Chapter 2 Install the Controller
5. To browse to your controller in RSLinx software, click RSWho .
In the RSLinx Workstation organizer, your controller appears under two
different drivers, a virtual chassis and the USB port. You can use either driver to
browse to your controller.
Connect to the 1756-L6xS Controller’s Serial Port
Use the serial port on the 1756-L6 xS controller for RS-232 communication.
Figure 4 - Serial Port
Virtual Chassis Driver
USB Port Driver
WARNING: If you connect or disconnect the serial cable with power
applied to this module or the serial device on the other end of the cable,
an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous
location installations.
Make sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before
proceeding.