I need GSD file for PROFIBUS

Modified on Wed, 16 Oct at 5:01 PM

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A GSD file, which is read in the network configuration software of  PROFIBUS master, is used to establish, manage, and design networks on  your PC. There are several ways to obtain a copy of this file:

DENSO Wave Site

You can find a copy of the GSD file for the robot controller and other models on our DENSO Wave site. 

https://www.denso-wave.com/en/robot/download/application/j1eds.html

Directly from the robot controller (Applies to RC8 / RC8A / COBOTTA)

  1. Make sure that you know your controller's IP Address and that your PC has and IP Addres that is within the same network as your controller. 
  2. Open a Web browser and go to the following addess  http://<RC8 IP   Address>/eds/. Replace <RC8 IP Address> for the IP address of your controller for example 192.168.0.1 
  3. Download the file  RC800DD6.GSD


Please consult the owner's manual for more details and latest information on GSD file and Profibus https://www.fa-manuals.denso-wave.com/en/usermanuals/001063/

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