A S S e r i e s O p e r a t i o n M a n u a l3 - 2_3Before developing an AS Series system, install ISPSoft and COMMGR. ISPSoft is a software platform for integratingthe hardware, network configuration, and program development for a system. COMMGR functions as middlewarebetween a computer and devices. It functions as a communication management interface between ISPSoft and ASSeries hardware.3.1 Installing and Uninstalling ISPSoft System requirementsItem System requirementOperating system Windows XP / VISTA / 7 / 8 / 10CPU Pentium 1.5 G or aboveMemory 256 MB or above (512 MB or above is recommended.)Hard disk drive Capacity : 500 MB or aboveCD-ROM drive This is optional for installing ISPSoft.MonitorResolution: 800×600 or above(suggested setting: 1024x768/96 dpi)Keyboard/Mouse A general keyboard/mouse or devices compatible with WindowsPrinter A printer with a driver for Windows. This is needed to print projects.RS-232 port For connecting to a PLCOne of them is used, but a PLC that isconnected must have a corresponding port. (*1)USB port For connecting to a PLCEthernet port For connecting to a PLCCommunicationsoftwareCOMMGR, a communication manager, must be installed. (*2)Supported ModelsAH500 series PLCs/DVP series PLCs (exclusive of DVP-PM series PLCs)/ AS series, ACmotor drives: VFD with PLC built-in series, and Text panel HMI with PLC built-in series.*1. ISPSoft supports several ways to connect a computer to a PLC. Make sure the port and the mode supported bythe PLC are correct before you connect a computer to the PLC.*2. Please refer to section 3.2 for more information about COMMGR.*3. The functions and specifications mentioned above are only applicable to ISPSoft version 3.00 or above. The olderversions are not equipped with complete functions.
