1.3.1 Software Installation

The PLC PHY Tester PC Tool installer can be downloaded from www.microchip.com/en-us/software-library/se-plc-phy-tester-tool.

To install the software, execute the installation wizard provided. The first window allows selecting between multi-user support and current user:

Figure 1-33. First Wizard Window

The next window is the welcome window and contains some advice about tool installation:

Figure 1-34. Welcome Window

The next window shows the user the License Agreement:

Figure 1-35. License Agreement Window

Next, select the components to install:

Figure 1-36. Select Components

Finally, select the install location:

Figure 1-37. Select Folder

The wizard must complete without any other configuration:

Figure 1-38. Installation Completed

The installation procedure generates a desktop link and start menu entry. Use either to start the tool. In order to be able to connect to the Microchip PLC boards, USB drivers are provided with this software. Ensure that these drivers are installed before using this tool.