
Like Single Node, OEM must be installed on the same PC as the third-party software.Ĥ.

RSLinx Classic OEM: OEM allows third party software to connect to multiple Rockwell PLC’s. The software that is connecting to the PLC must be installed on the same PC as Single Node.ģ. RSlinx Classic Single Node: In addition to the connection capabilities of Lite, Single Node also provides an OPC DA connection to a single Rockwell PLC. Since it does not require a license, it is free to download from the Rockwell Program Compatibility and Download Center (PCDC).Ģ. It provides communication for this software to talk to PLC’s for use in flashing firmware, troubleshooting, and programming. RSLinx Classic Lite: This is an unlicensed version of RSLinx Classic that installs with Rockwell PLC programming software like Studio 5000 or Connected Components Workbench.

Licensed versions provide OPC DA connections for non-Rockwell software, based on the limits below.ġ. There are 2 types of RSinx Classic licenses: Unlicensed (RSLinx Classic Lite) and Licensed (RSLinx Classic Single Node, RSLinx Classic OEM, and RSLinx Classic Gateway). It provides connections to devices on networks such as EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, ControlNet, and older serial networks like DF-1, DH-485, and DH+. RSLinx Classic is the communication driver that Rockwell has been using for many years. What are the differences between these products, and which do I need? RSLinx Classic

Also, licensed versions of these products allow third-party (non-Rockwell) software to communicate with Rockwell PLC’s through OPC, an industry-standard protocol. RSLinx and Factorytalk Linx are software programs that provide a communication connection for software to Rockwell Automation products like CompactLogix controllers and Panelview HMI’s.
