# ILM Protocol Communication with IxB

With an integrated controller tool, there is a possibility to set up wired communication between the ILM Tool Tag and the tool using ILM Protocol communication. This means that the tool can be enabled/disabled without conflicting with Open Protocol. It works without having the ILM Anchors connected to the network.

For necessary hardware and software versions and limitations, refer to the ILM Compatibility Information.

Note that ILM Tag Gen2 is required.

Make sure that ILM Protocol is enabled in the integrated tool controller configuration, refer to the ILM Protocol User Guide.

## Configure the ILM Tool Tag

1. In the Configuration view, on the Tags tab, select the ILM Tool Tag, then select Edit.
   Tag Details pop-up window opens.

2. In the Tag Details window, on the Interfaces tab, in the Interface drop-down list, select ILM Protocol.

   The software version controlling the ILM Protocol communication is visible in the Version box.

3. In the Mode drop-down list, choose the mode, see Tethering, Confirm and Control Mode.

   If Confirm or Control Mode is selected, make sure that the areas used have assigned tightening programs.

4. In the Communication Mode drop-down list, choose Tag Communication. Close the Tag Details window.

5. In the Configuration view, select Upload Configuration.