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The Stratix 8300 has pre-configured settings (“Smartports”) that optimize the switch port for the type of device that is connected. See Rockwell knowledge base article 58814 - Stratix Switches: Smartport Assignment Guidelines.
Device | Smartport Role |
A single 1734-AENTR module | Automation Device |
A single 1791ES-IB8XOBV4 or 1791ES-IB16 module | Automation Device |
Daisy-chained 1734-AENTRs (linear device network) | none |
1756-EN2TR, 1756-EN2F | Automation Device |
HMI terminal | Automation Device |
A single PC | Desktop for Automation |
1783-RMS10T Stratix 8300 switch | Switch for Automation |
1783-ETAP | None |
Setting up VLANs
Each subsystem will exist in its own virtual LAN (VLAN). This will require that each switch be configured for each VLAN. In addition, there is a ‘Setup’ VLAN that will facilitate connection to devices at the default IP addresses to enable configuration. Table 2 VLAN Assignments shows the VLANs that should be created on each switch.
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