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In an Ethernet IP daisy chain configuration, what happens to other network drives if one of the VFDs is powered down?

Issue:
If Altivar drives are Ethernet IP daisy chained and one drive is shut down, communication will be lost?

Product Line:
Altivar 71, Altivar 61, Altivar 32

Environment:
All drive serial number with Ethernet communication option card installed

Cause:
N/A

Resolution
The drives down stream from the one that is shut down will lose communication with the PLC.
The drives between the PLC and the shut down drive will maintain communications.

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