The IODD files of IO-Link devices are installed, updated, or uninstalled in the backstage section under ‘Repositories’ in the ‘IO-Link IODDs’ register in the repository. This is possible even if the connection to the IO-Link device is disconnected.


Search field

Found devices

‘Notify me if a new version is available’ checkbox

‘Install all’ button

Found IODD version and ‘Install’ button

‘Search for Updates’ button

‘Install Local File’ button
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To find device write files for IO-Link devices on IODDfinder. To do this, enter the manufacturer name, device name, part number or product name. If you are connected to the internet, the search will start automatically as soon as a search term is entered. |
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Found devices |
The devices found are displayed with their variants. Clicking on a device displays the available IODD versions for the device.
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Checks for updates of installed IODD files. |
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To install an IODD file from a local file directory. |



