Description
Schneider Electric 170ENT11000 – Smart Ethernet Link for Modicon Momentum PLCs
The 170ENT11000 is an Ethernet network adapter from Schneider Electric. It belongs to the Modicon Momentum series. This adapter connects your PLC to an Ethernet TCP/IP network. It works at 10 or 100 Mbps speeds. For larger systems, you can also use Modicon Quantum controllers which offer higher scalability.
📋 Product Overview (simple words)
This small adapter lets your Momentum controller talk to other devices. You can use peer-to-peer or master/slave communication. It uses shielded twisted pair cable. The 170ENT11000 fits star or multidrop networks. It supports up to 32 devices per segment. Cable run can be as long as 1000 meters.
🔌 Key Features – at a glance
- Brand: Schneider Electric
- Model: 170ENT11000
- Series: Modicon Momentum
- Product Type: Ethernet network adapter
- Weight: 0.11 kg (0.25 lbs) – very light
- Protocol: Ethernet TCP/IP standard
- Speed: 10 / 100 Mbps auto-negotiation
- Communication modes: Peer-to-peer & master/slave
- Cable type: Shielded twisted pair
- Network shapes: Star or multidrop
- Max devices per segment: 32 units
- Max cable length: 1000 meters
- Addressing: IEEE unique address + configurable IP
- Error check: CRC-32 detection
- Fail-safe: Automatic response on error
- LED indicators: Link speed (10/100), activity, system status
- Connector: RJ45 for 100BASE-TX
📁 Technical data – tree structure (easy to read)
- ▪️ Network communication
- Protocol: Ethernet TCP/IP
- Speed: 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps
- Modes: peer-to-peer, master/slave
- Medium: shielded twisted pair
- Topology: star or multidrop
- ▪️ Capacity & distance
- Max devices per segment: 32
- Longest cable run: 1000 m
- ▪️ Addressing & reliability
- IEEE unique hardware address
- Configurable IP address
- CRC-32 error detection
- Auto fail-safe response
- ▪️ Physical & indicators
- LEDs: link speed (10/100), activity, system status
- Connector: RJ45 (100BASE-TX)
- Weight: 0.11 kg
⚙️ Installation & compatibility notes
- Mount the adapter onto a Modicon Momentum CPU or I/O base.
- Use shielded twisted pair cable (CAT5e or better).
- Keep total cable length under 1000 meters per segment.
- Do not exceed 32 devices on one network segment.
- The 170ENT11000 works with all Momentum PLCs that support Ethernet.
- No special driver needed – uses standard TCP/IP.
- For larger distributed systems, consider upgrading to Modicon Quantum platforms.
🛠️ Simple maintenance & debugging
- Check LEDs: green 100 Mbps, yellow 10 Mbps, blinking = activity.
- Use ping command to test if 170ENT11000 responds.
- CRC-32 error counter helps detect bad cables.
- Restore factory IP settings with a reset button (if available on base).
- Keep firmware updated via Schneider software.
📦 Package contents & shipping
- One Schneider Electric 170ENT11000 adapter
- Quick start guide (paper)
- No power supply needed – powered by backplane
- Warranty: 12 months against defects
- Shipping methods: FedEx, UPS, DHL express worldwide
- Typical delivery: 3-7 business days
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – practical answers
- Can I use 170ENT11000 with non-Modicon PLCs?
Yes, as long as they support Ethernet TCP/IP and standard Modbus TCP. But best performance is with Momentum or Modicon Quantum.
- What is the real-world maximum cable length?
For 100 Mbps, use 100 meters max between switch and adapter. The 1000 m limit applies to slow multidrop with repeaters.
- How do I set the IP address for the first time?
Use Schneider’s Concept or ProWORX software. Or use BOOTP/DHCP server. The MAC address is on the label.
- What if both 10 and 100 Mbps LEDs are off?
No link. Check cable, connector, or the switch port. Try a different known-good cable.
- Does this adapter support the 12-month warranty if bought from a reseller?
Yes, warranty follows the product serial number. Keep purchase receipt. Covers manufacturing faults only.
📌 Buying guide & selection tips
- Choose 170ENT11000 if you need a simple Ethernet adapter for Momentum.
- For fiber optic or ring networks, look at other Momentum communication modules.
- Confirm your Momentum CPU has a free slot for this adapter.
- Ask for bulk discount if ordering more than 10 units.
- Always request FedEx, UPS or DHL for fast tracked shipping.
- Check if your application needs peer-to-peer (direct data exchange) or master/slave (central controller). This adapter does both.
- If you need more advanced redundancy or hot standby, explore Modicon Quantum solutions.
📞 Contact & support
Need help with 170ENT11000 configuration? Call or message us via WhatsApp:
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