PROFINET IO Device - OptionsΒΆ

Object: PROFINET IO device

In this tab, you define whether the device is configured by another controller and therefore is operated as a shared device.

In addition, you can define the neighboring devices and connection cable.

Shared Device 02cfef8e8430103dc0a8640e016e2e32_9a3f06830c0506c5c0a8640e012f0ace : This device is configured by another controller. Modules that are used by the other controller must be deactivated by setting this option.
Peer Station/Port

Neighboring device with port that is connected to this port.

You can accept this setting in the PROFINET IO Controller Topology tab.
Cable Length

Length of the network cable (in meters)

  • < 10
  • < 25
  • < 50
  • < 100

When a cable length is specified, it is checked when the controller is powered up. An incorrect cable length causes an error message.
MAU Type

Type of network cable

  • Copper
  • Optical fiber

When a cable type is specified, it is checked when the controller is powered up. An incorrect cable type causes an error message.