Benshaw Ethernet/IP Module User Guide


This official Benshaw user guide provides detailed instructions for installing, configuring, and using the Ethernet/IP Communications Module with CSXi soft starters. It covers device setup, network configuration, messaging protocols, and troubleshooting, ensuring proper integration and reliable communication performance in industrial control systems.

Key Points

  • Designed for use with Benshaw CSXi soft starters.
  • Step-by-step installation and network setup instructions.
  • Explanation of implicit (cyclic) and explicit (acyclic) messaging operations.
  • Compatible with star, line, and ring network topologies.
  • Supports Ethernet/IP, MQTT, and OPC UA communication protocols.
  • Guidance for IP configuration via web server and device tools.
  • Detailed trip codes and error diagnostics for troubleshooting.
  • Fully compliant with ODVA Ethernet/IP conformance standards.