Controller & setup
Configuring Controller Network Settings
For a technician setting up the controller's basic network identity so it can communicate on the plant network for backups, monitoring, or fieldbus traffic.
- Step 1.
Confirm assigned network details
Get the IP address, subnet mask, router (gateway) IP, and robot name from IT before starting.
- Step 2.
Open the Host Comm TCP/IP detail screen
On the pendant, press MENU, then SETUP, then F1 [TYPE], pick Host Comm, select TCP/IP, then press F3 DETAIL. Do not use the System Config screen; that's an unrelated menu.
- Step 3.
Enter the IP address and subnet mask
Type the assigned values carefully, checking each field before saving.
- Step 4.
Enter the router IP address
Fill in the router (gateway) IP address needed for the controller's network use.
- Step 5.
Set the robot name
Assign a clear, unique robot name that identifies the controller on the network.
- Step 6.
Save and cycle power if required
Apply the settings and restart the controller if the network stack requires it to take effect.
- Step 7.
Test connectivity
Use PING from the Host Comm screen, or ping the controller from a PC on the same network, to confirm it responds.
Common questions
- How long does Configuring Controller Network Settings take?
- Configuring Controller Network Settings is rated Intermediate and takes about 20 minutes across 7 steps.
- What tools do I need?
- You will need Teach pendant, IP address and network details from IT.
- What should I do before starting?
- Assigned IP address, subnet mask, and gateway are known.
- What is the first step?
- Confirm assigned network details. Get the IP address, subnet mask, router (gateway) IP, and robot name from IT before starting.