CIP port connection set-up

The Communication Driver hierarchy tree under the OI Server Manager starts at the PORT_CIP port object. It is a logical representation of the Ethernet port for CIP communications on a computer.

Note: Only one PORT_CIP connection is allowed per ABCIP Communication Driver.

Create PORT_CIP objects from the Configuration branch

1. Select and right-click on Configuration.

2. Select Add PORT_CIP Connection from the shortcut menu. A New_PORT_CIP_000 object is created.

3. Rename the newly created object as appropriate. The Port_CIP_000 Parameters configuration view is displayed in the Configuration branch of the hierarchy.

This configuration view has two parameters, one of which is configurable:

• Port Type: The information is provided automatically by the OI Server Manager (CIP).

• Maximum Queued Msgs: The default number of unconnected messages that the Communication Driver can send to a device before a reply is received. When this number is reached, the Communication Driver queues messages until a reply is received from the device.

  • The valid range is 1 - 40.

  • The default value is 4.

    Note:

    - Applies to MicroLogix or SLC500 Connections, only if not using CIP Connections.

    - Simultaneous Message Configuration for Logix Controllers is set in Device Configuration.