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Set up FactoryTalk Linx

Open the FactoryTalk Administration Console from the Rockwell Software program group and select the directory type (Local or Network).

Create a New Application

If no application is currently set up, right click the top level of the left panel tree and select New Application…

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  1. Enter a Name and Description

  2. Click OK

In the left panel tree right click the new application.

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  1. Select Add New Server, Rockwell Automaton Device Server (FactoryTalk Linx)…

  2. Click OK.

  3. Expand FactoryTalk Linx.

  4. Double click onto Communication Setup.

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In the Device Shortcuts panel click Add.

  1. Enter a name for the shortcut.

  2. Browse to the device.

  3. Click Apply.

  4. Select Verify.

  5. Click OK.

Set up FactoryTalk Linx Gateway Configuration

In the FactoryTalk Administration Console select OPC.

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Server Configuration

In the FactoryTalk Linx Gateway Configuration select Server Configuration.

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  • Under Server Configuration, for FactoryTalk Directory Scope,

  • Click Select.

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  • Select the Directory from the drop-down list at the top.

  • Expand the Directory and select the application or sub-area to access

  • Click OK.

  • Back in the FactoryTalk Linx Gateway Configuration click Apply.

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