RSLogix 5

octoplant supports programmable logic controllers that work with the RSLogix 5 and PLC-5 software from Rockwell Automation and enables the cyclical monitoring of devices that have been configured with this development environment.

Device support level

Key features

Other features

• Asset inventory support

Workflow

Supported versions

Requirements

• To perform uploads, the following software must be installed on the same machine where the server or an agent is running:

  • RSLogix 5 (Standard and Professional Edition)
  • RSLinx Classic or FactoryTalk Linx (formerly RSLinx Enterprise Edition)

• If upgrading to FactoryTalk Linx:

  • Uninstall RSLinx Classic before proceeding.
  • Manually reconfigure the communication path in the Job configuration section.
  • If you are using agents, ensure the services are running with administrative privileges.

• You can review the full system requirements for RSLogix 5 on the Rockwell Automation website.

• For uploads to work properly, the VDog MasterService, VDog UploadAgent, and VDog CompareAgent must not run under the LocalSystem account. Use an administrator account or one with administrative rights instead.

• To ensure reliable communication, it is recommended to launch either the agent or the VDog MasterService (whichever is in use for this device) as an application, under the following conditions:

  • If the RSLogix software is installed on a different machine, agents are required on that machine.
  • Agents must be capable of launching and interacting directly with the RSLogix software.
  • The setup requires both administrative rights and UI access.

  For detailed instructions, see Starting agents and VDog MasterService as applications

Configuration

To get the basic workflow for intergrating the device, open General workflow.

Device-specific settings for this device, such as job configuration, can be found on the following pages:

• Comparing projects
• Configuring jobs

Related topics

• Upload and Compare agents