Greetings! I am troubleshooting connectivity issues with my 5069 -L310ers2 PLC, which is equipped with Ethernet ports A1 and A2. During the flashing process, I successfully connected to the A1 port. My objective is to have the plant network on A1 and the controls network on A2. However, despite having all Ethernet devices, such as AENT and VFD, on A2, I am unable to establish an online connection to the PLC when connected to the A2 port via a switch. Interestingly, I can go online when connected to the A1 port, but none of my Ethernet devices are able to connect at that time. Could the issue be related to flashing the PLC from either the A1 or A2 port? Any insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
How are the Ethernet ports configured - are they set up as dual IP or single IP?
Flashing can be done from ports A1, A2, or USB. For detailed instructions, refer to Chapter 9 of the manual available at the following link: https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/5069-um001_-en-p.pdf. Are you currently operating in Dual IP mode? Additionally, do you have a network diagram for the specific setup that you can provide for further assistance?
To optimize your network settings, switch Port A1 to DHCP when connected via USB and apply the changes. Next, configure Port A2 to use a static IP address specific to your local machine network. This simple adjustment will help ensure seamless connectivity and efficient data transfer.
User alan_505 inquired about the Ethernet port configuration, particularly whether they are set up as dual IP or single IP. Upon checking, it was found that both A1 and A2 Ethernet ports are configured as Dual-IP. Despite this, the user is uncertain if additional configuration is necessary.
aawilliams85 mentioned that flashing can be done from any of the ports (A1, A2, USB). Detailed instructions on this can be found in Chapter 9 of the manual, which can be accessed here: https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/5069-um001_-en-p.pdf. Are you currently in Dual IP mode? If so, do you have a network diagram that you can provide for reference? Unfortunately, I do not have the diagram at the moment. It simply indicates that A1 is connected to the customer network and A2 is connected to the controls. However, there is no need to connect to the customer network presently. Based on the properties shown, it appears that I am in dual mode, as it displays A1/A2 dual mode.
It's possible that your issue might be related to IP address conflicts or related settings. First of all, ensure that each device connected to the A2 port has its own unique IP address. Second, according to the module specifications, the A1 and A2 ports on a 5069-L310ERS2 are designed to operate independently. This suggests that flashing from either port should not matter. However, make sure that your network topology matches the documentation. Another point to consider is whether your PLC program expects to communicate via A1 or A2. The program may need modification in order to communicate through the right Ethernet port. Lastly, check your switch configuration just in case it's causing connectivity issues with the A2 port. Hope this helps!
It sounds like you've got a strange issue on your hands! Could you clarify if you have separate IP ranges for the A1 and A2 ports? Your PLC may be struggling to route between the two different networks. If this is the case, you might want to make sure you have your IP addresses set up correctly or consider using a VPN or VLAN to handle the traffic separately. Also, ensure that you're not using the same IP address on the A1 port that's being used by any device on the A2 network, as this can cause connection issues. As for flashing the PLC, it shouldn't matter which port it originates from, as long as the correct port configurations are observed. Hope this helps!
Hi there! It sounds like you've got quite a puzzle on your hands. Firstly, as far as I know, flashing the PLC from either port (A1 or A2) shouldn't affect your connection issue. The puzzle probably lies in the device and network settings. If you have segregated your networks between A1 and A2, you need to ensure routing between the two. Try checking individual IP settings and Ethernet communication settings for each of your network devices too. It could be an IP conflict or a misconfigured subnet mask that's causing this hiccup. Remember to check for any firewall settings as well. Hope this points you in the right direction!
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Answer: The issue could be related to the configuration or setup of the Ethernet ports A1 and A2 on the PLC. It's possible that the network settings or routing for port A2 need to be adjusted to establish connectivity.
Answer: Yes, it is possible to have different networks assigned to different Ethernet ports on the PLC. However, proper configuration and setup of the ports are required to ensure proper connectivity and communication.
Answer: While flashing the PLC from a specific port should not typically cause connectivity issues, it's important to ensure that the flashing process is completed successfully and that the network settings on both ports are correctly configured to avoid any potential issues.
Answer: The issue could be related to network configuration, IP addressing, subnetting, or
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