# CC24 Device

The CC24 Device is used to establish a connection to the I/O card on a Cognex Vision Controller or a standalone PC I/O card.

To add a CC24 Device, right-click Cognex Communication Cards, then select Add > 'CC24' Device.

Control | Description
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Name | Specifies the name of the device.
Factory Protocol | Specifies the factory floor protocol (EtherNet/IP, PROFINET or SLMP) that should be used for communication.
Index | Specifies the indexed hardware slot of the board.