Specifications

10 RSLinx – Training Guide
Benefits of RSLinx
• Ease of upgrade to new processors and networks because all of the
32-bit Allen-Bradley drivers are included in one package.
• Compatibility of products from Rockwell Software, Allen-Bradley and third
party products or custom solutions using RSLinx’s open C API, OPC or
AdvanceDDE.
• Synchronous read and write access to processor data in PLC-5 and
SLC 500 processors via DDE interface.
• Synchronous and asynchronous read and write access to processor data in
PLC-5, PLC-2, PLC-3, PLC-5/250, MicroLogix 1000 and
SLC 500 processors via C API.
• Concurrent operation of multiple communication devices.
• Intuitive user interface tested in our Usability Lab.
• Easy Copy/Paste DDE hot link establishment.
• Data sharing with other computers via Network DDE.
• Efficient use of system resources and minimal network traffic via optimized
DDE reads.
• Superior speed and reduced network load with block reads and writes.
• Connectivity to legacy networks supported by remote routing through 1785-
KA, 1785-KA5, 5130-KA, 5820-EI, 1756-DHRIO, and Remote ControlNet.
• Intuitive system investigation supported by graphical RSWho function and
comprehensive diagnostics.
• Assistance is just a click away, via context-sensitive help, “What’s This” right
click help, and On line books.
• Seamless upgradability from RSLinx Lite or RSLinx OEM.
Ø RSLinx Gateway can only be installed from an
RSLinx Gateway CD.