Installation PLC

Installation Guide: eDesign/WDX on a PLC

Prerequisites

To install eDesign/WDX on a PLC, download the appropriate .ipk file from the eDesign Download Page. Ensure you select the correct file based on your target device.

Preparing for Installation

This guide uses the Wago CC100 as an example. Setup requirements may vary for other devices.

Step 1: Setting Up the CC100

  1. Connect the Device

    • Use a USB-C cable to connect the CC100 to your computer.
    • Open a web browser and navigate to http://192.168.42.42 to access the Wago Web-Based-Management (WBM) interface.

  2. Login Credentials

    • Username: admin
    • Password: wago
      (Note: Change the default credentials after the first login for security.)

  3. Network Configuration

    • Under the Networking tab, configure either a static IP address or enable DHCP. This setup allows the CC100 to operate over Ethernet without relying on a USB-C connection.

Step 2: Preparing the µSD Card

To avoid consuming the PLC's limited onboard storage, use the µSD card slot included with the CC100 for application installations:

  1. Insert the µSD card into the CC100.
  2. In the WBM interface, navigate to Mass Storage.
  3. Format the card as Ext4.

Step 3: Updating Firmware

Ensure the device is running the latest firmware before proceeding:
WAGO Firmware Page

  1. Download the latest firmware from the WAGO Firmware Page.
  2. Use the WAGO Upload Tool to update the firmware on your CC100.

Installing the .ipk File via SSH

  1. Transfer the File

    • Use software such as Filezilla to upload the .ipk file to your PLC.

  2. Install the Package

    • Use an SSH client like Putty to connect to the PLC.
    • Execute the following command to install the .ipk file:
      opkg install full_filename

  3. Troubleshooting

    • If errors occur during installation, remove conflicting packages with:
      opkg remove package_name

By following these steps, you will successfully set up and install eDesign/WDX on your PLC.