Rockwell Automation 1756-SPESMNRMXT GuardLogix Controllers User Manual - Manuel (Page 34)

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Chapter 2 Install the Controller
Make Communication
Connections 1756-L7 xS controllers feature a USB port. See Connect to the 1756-L7xS
Controller’s USB Port .
1756-L6 xS controllers feature a serial port. See Connect to the 1756-L6xS
Controller’s Serial Port on page 36 .
Connect to the 1756-L7xS Controller’s USB Port
The controller has a USB port that uses a Type B receptacle. The port is USB 2.0-
compatible and runs at 12 M.
To use the USB port of the controller, you must have RSLinx software, version
2.59 or later, installed on your workstation. Use a USB cable to connect your
workstation to the USB port. With this connection, you can upgrade firmware
and download programs to the controller directly from your workstation.
Figure 3 - USB Connection
ATTENTION: The USB port is intended for temporary local programming
purposes only and not intended for permanent connection.
The USB cable must not exceed 3.0 m (9.84 ft) and must not contain hubs.
WARNING: Do not use the USB port in hazardous locations.
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