103BCommunication
10.2 PROFINET
Follow the steps below to create the hardware connection between a programming device
and a CPU:
1. Install the CPU (Page 44).
2. Plug the Ethernet cable into the PROFINET port shown below.
3. Connect the Ethernet cable to the programming device.
An optional strain relief is available to strengthen the PROFINET connection.
10.2.3.2
Configuring the devices
If you have already created a project with a CPU, open your project in the TIA Portal.
If not, create a project and insert a CPU (Page 110) into the rack. In the project below, a
CPU is shown in the "Device View".
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PROFINET port
S7-1200 Programmable controller
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