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RSLogix 5

versiondog 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.

Figure: Integration RSLogix 5

System requirements

RSLogix 5 & RSLinx V7.X V8.X
versiondog 3.2
versiondog 4.0

Other system requirements

  • The version of the RSLogix 5 (Standard and Professional Edition) software must be running on the computer on which the versiondog server is installed. If the software is installed on another computer, you need an agent.
  • Either RSLinx Classic or FactoryTalk Linx (formerly known as RSLinx Enterprise Edition) must be running on the computer on which the versiondog server is installed. If the software is installed on another computer, you will need an agent.
  • For a FactoryTalk Linx upgrade, the RSLinx Classic software must be uninstalled and the communication path (in the job configuration) must be entered manually.
  • If you are using agents in a FactoryTalk Linx upgrade, the agent services must be run with administrative rights.
  • The system requirements for RSLogix 5 can be found on the Rockwell Automation website.

Integration features

  • Integrated RSLogix 5 project tree
  • SmartCompare for RSLogix 5 projects (Comparison of versions)
  • Automatic detection of differences between the program on the controller and the current version on the Server (Version / backup detailed comparison, Version / backup detailed comparison)
  • Detailed graphical comparison
  • Support of RSLogix 5 multi-projects
  • Clear presentation of the change history
  • Automated Backup for Disaster recovery
  • Custom component type for RSLogix 5
  • Asset inventory support