Overview
Allows locating Rockwell ControlLogix and Codesys enabled PLCs within a network.
Allows basic data monitoring from those devices, independently of adding or to them to your solution.
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User Interface
Connection Management
This area provides the user with the ability to initiate or terminate a connection with PLCs. With a simple 'Connect' or 'Disconnect' button, users can manage their connectivity status, which is indicated as either connected or not connected.
PLC Selection and Search
Select the desired solution connection, streamlining the process of connecting to various PLCs within different environments. Additionally, the 'Network PLC' section is a tool for searching and identifying PLCs on the network.
PLC Information Display
| Name | displays the identifier for the PLC. It could be the default name assigned by the manufacturer or a custom name given by the user for easy identification |
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Type | Model or type of the PLC. Different types may have distinct capabilities and programming requirements |
Value | Current state or value of a parameter associated with the PLC |
Timestamp | Time at which the PLC information was last updated |
Description | Additional details about the PLC or the context of the value displayed |
Network Connectivity Status
The status bar at the bottom indicates the current network connection state, providing immediate feedback on the connectivity status of the PLC Finder tool within the network.
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