Quickstart Guide: Omron GI-S Module Configuration with Rockwell Safety Logix
Written by Arlo D'Cruz
Updated at May 21st, 2025
Solution Overview
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for:
- Configuring a new Omron GI-S module
- Mapping the module into a Rockwell PLC I/O tree
- Reconfiguring an already commissioned module
Hardware Used
- Windows PC
- Ethernet patch cable
- Rockwell Safety Logix processor (e.g. Guardlogix)
- Omron GI-SMD1624 CIP Remote I/O Module
Software Used
- Rockwell BootP-DHCP Tool
- Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer (v24+ or preferably v32+)
Implementation
1. Configuring a New (Out-of-Box) GI-S Module
a. Set Hardware Switches:
With the module powered off, set the rotary dials to:
- Mode = 1
- x16 = 0
- x1 = 0
b. Prepare Network:
- Configure your PC’s Ethernet adapter to a private subnet (e.g.,
192.168.1.x, subnet mask255.255.255.0). - Connect an Ethernet cable from your PC to Port 1 (RJ45) of the GI-S module.
c. Assign IP Address via BootP-DHCP Tool:
- Power on the GI-S module.
- Wait about 10 seconds, then launch the BootP-DHCP Tool.
- Under
Tools -> Network Settings, ensure the correct adapter is selected.
- If the module appears in the list, double-click it.
- Assign a static IP address, then click OK.
d. Disable BootP:
- Click the "Disable BOOTP/DHCP" button.
- No errors should appear if successful.
- Power cycle the module.
- Perform a ping test to the configured IP to confirm connectivity.
2. Mapping the GI-S Module in the PLC I/O Tree
a. Add New Module in Studio 5000:
- In your I/O configuration (under L8xES or EN2T), right-click and select New Module.
- If needed, install the EDS file for the GI-S module.
- Alternatively, copy-paste the module from a known working project.
b. Configure the Module:
- Set module name, IP address, and connection settings.
- Safety configuration will vary by application.
c. Download and Run:
- Download the configuration to the PLC.
- Put the controller into Run mode.
- The GI-S module should display a status of ‘Running’ when the connection is established.
3. Re-configuring an Already Commissioned GI-S Module
a. Inhibit the Module:
- Open module Properties → Connection tab.
- Click Inhibit Module → Apply → Yes.
- If you see a “failed to set properties” error, just cancel and reopen the dialog — the module should still be inhibited.
b. Reset Ownership:
- Go to Properties → Safety tab.
- It is normal to receive a "message timeout". Click "Refresh Ownership".
- If successful, Configuration Ownership will display as "Not Owned".
c. Set New IP Address:
- Go to Properties → Internet Protocol tab.
- Enter the new IP address, then click Set → Yes.
d. Re-establish Connection:
- Go offline in Studio 5000, update the module's IP address in the General dialogue.
- Uninhibit the module.
- Download to the PLC.
- The module should reconnect and return to a ‘Running’ state.