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4. Network Conguraon File Update
When replacing the Communicator Classic with the new Communicator, it is also mandatory to update the
network conguraon le (EDS, GSDML, GSD etc.) in the PLC soware.
To retrieve the network conguraon le from the web interface of the new Communicator (the example is for
EtherNet/IP™, but it is idencal for all networks):
1. Select EtherNet/IP™ in the le menu.
2. Select Files & Firmware.
3. Click EDS File.
→ This will download the EDS File to the computer.
Below, see two example of how to import the network conguraon le into Studio 5000 and TIA Portal.
Example 1. How to import an EDS le into Studio 5000
1. Make sure that Studio 5000 is in Oine mode.
2. Open the Hardware Installaon Tool wizard from the Start Menu or from the Tools menu in Studio 5000 and
follow the on-screen instrucons to install the EDS le.
Network Conguraon File Update Replacing Communicator Classic with New Communicator
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