4User Manual MN040024ENEffective November 2016DX-NET-ETHERNET2-2 field bus connectionEtherNet/IP for variable frequency drive DE1/DC1EATON www.eaton.comProper useThe DX-NET-ETHERNET2-2 fieldbus connection is an electricalpiece of equipment that can be used to control DE1/DC1 variablefrequency drives and connect them to a standard EtherNet/IP fieldbus system. It is intended to be installed in a machine orassembled with other components into a machine or system. Itmakes it possible for DE1/DC1 series variable frequency drives tobe integrated as I/O devices into EtherNet/IP fieldbus systems.Figure 3. Designation at DX-NET-ETHERNET2-21 PC2 Head controller (I/O controller)3 Switch4 EtherNet/IP cable5 DE1/DC1-E variable frequency drive with DX-NET-ETHERNET2-2connection6 Motor(s)x The DX-NET-ETHERNET-2 fieldbus connection is not a householdappliance, but rather a component intended exclusively for usein commercial applications.x Observe the technical data and connection requirementsdescribed in this manual. Any other usage constitutesimproper use.Maintenance and inspectionThe DX-NET-ETHERNET2-2 fieldbus connection will not requireany maintenance if the general rated operational data as well as allEtherNet/IP-specific technical data, is adhered to. However, externalfactors can influence the components’s lifespan and function. Wetherefore recommend that the devices are checked regularly andthe following maintenance measures are carried out at the specifiedintervals.The DX-NET-ETHERNET2-2 fieldbus connection has not beendesigned in such a way as to make it possible to replace or repair it.If the card is damaged by external influences, repair is not possible.StorageIf the fieldbus connection is stored before use, suitable ambientconditions must be ensured at the site of storage:• Storage temperature: –40 to +85 °C,• Relative average air humidity: < 95 %, no condensation permitted.Service and warrantyContact your local sales partner if you have a problem with yourEaton fieldbus connection.When you call, have following data ready:• The exact part no. (DX-NET-ETHERNET-2)• The date of purchase• A detailed description of the problem which has occurredInformation concerning the guarantee can be found in the Termsand Conditions Eaton Industries.DisposalThe DX-NET-ETHERNET2-2 fieldbus connection can be disposedof as electrical waste in accordance with the currently applicablenational regulations. Dispose of the device according to theapplicable environmental laws and provisions for the disposal ofelectrical or electronic devices.