System requirements
For optimal performance of the Logix Designer application, the personal computer should meet or exceed these hardware and software requirements.
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The Logix Designer application can be installed on a personal computer that meets the operating system minimum requirements but may not meet performance expectations when used in a production system.
Hardware requirements
- Intel Core i5 Standard Power processor (i5-3xxx)
- 8 GB of RAM memory
- 30 GB free hard disk space
Software requirements
- These operating systems are supported and recommended. Recommended operating systems have priority for Microsoft Patch Qualifications with Rockwell Automation software.NOTE:This release is not intended to run on a 32-bit operating system. All operating systems listed are the 64-bit variant.
- Windows® 11 Enterprise (Recommended, CIS Benchmark)
- Windows 11 Professional
- Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 (v24H2)
- Windows 10 Enterprise 64-bit (Recommended, CIS Benchmark)
- Windows 10 Professional 64-bit
- Windows 10 Enterprise 2021 LTSC 64-bit (v21H2)
- Windows 10 Enterprise 2019 LTSC 64-bit (v1809)
- Windows Server® 2022 Standard (Recommended, CIS Benchmark)
- Windows Server 2022 Datacenter
- Windows Server 2019 Standard (Recommended, CIS Benchmark)
- Windows Server 2019 Datacenter
- Windows Server 2016 Standard
- Windows Server 2016 Datacenter
IMPORTANT:Keep these operating system considerations in mind:- Universal C Runtime (CRT) is a Windows operating system component that enables core functionality on the Windows operating system. It was introduced in Windows 10 and distributed to most computers running earlier supported operating systems. This component is present on computers that have been kept up to date.When installing the Logix Designer application on computers that have not been updated, a prompt displays to install Universal C Runtime or to update the computer to at least the Microsoft April 2014 update roll-up.
- While the Windows 8.1 and later operating systems run on many touch-enabled devices, various features of the Logix Designer application may not be touch-enabled. Most functions are expected to work with touch, but the software has only been tested with a keyboard and mouse.
- Logix Designer was tested with UAC set to the most restrictive level (Always notify). This version of the Logix Designer application is also expected to operate correctly when UAC is configured for any less restrictive setting.
- Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8
- This version of the Logix Designer application is expected to operate correctly on all other editions and service packs of these operating systems, but has not been tested:
- Windows 8
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016
- This is a list of the prerequisite software installed with this version of the Logix Designer application:
- FactoryTalk® Services Platform v6.50
- FactoryTalk® Activation Manager v5.01
- FactoryTalk® Linx v6.50
- RSLinx Classic v4.50 is shipped with the Logix Designer application version 37.00.
Preferred operating systems
Preferred operating systems are prioritized for support, testing, and post-release patch qualifications. These operating systems are preferred for this release:
- Windows 11 Professional (64-bit)
- Windows Server 2022 Standard (64-bit)
High Resolution Display support
If running this software with a 2K or 4K High Resolution Display with scaling up to 125% you can expect acceptable results.
FactoryTalk Updater version 4.20.00 installation
Install one or more functionalities for FactoryTalk Updater.
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The FactoryTalk Updater Agent is included in the installation package for Logix Designer version 37. FactoryTalk Updater Server and FactoryTalk Updater Client are available in a separate installation package.
Agent
FactoryTalk Updater Agent collects information and activation license data from the Rockwell Automation software installed on the computer. Install the FactoryTalk Updater Agent on each computer that requires data collection. This is the default functionality installed with most Rockwell Automation software.
Server
FactoryTalk Updater Server:
- Communicates with online FactoryTalk Updater Agents to receive collected data.
- Connects to the Product Compatibility and Download Center to retrieve the latest software information.
- Responds to requests from the FactoryTalk Updater Client.
- Supports ~100 online Agents.
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To avoid issues, limit FactoryTalk Updater Server installations to one instance per intranet.
Client
FactoryTalk Updater Client is the user interface that displays information collected by the FactoryTalk Updater Server. Install FactoryTalk Updater Client to display information from the intranet.
Firmware requirements
- To check and download the firmware compatible with this version of the Logix Designer application, use the PCDC (https://compatibility.rockwellautomation.com/Pages/home.aspx).
- Logix 5000 controllers and ControlLogix Motion modules must contain a revision of firmware that is compatible with this version of the Logix Designer application. The firmware images for most of the supported modules are contained on a DVD-ROM shipped with Rockwell Software Studio 5000 Automation Engineering & Design Environment™.NOTE: Tip: Most modules use Flash-ROM for the storage of firmware. If a module requires a firmware change, use the ControlFLASH™ tool or the ControlFLASH Plus® tool to perform the update to the Flash-ROM. These tools are contained in the downloaded image or on a DVD-ROM shipped with the Logix Designer application. Another option is to update the firmware automatically as part of the project download.For additional information and assistance in performing a Flash-ROM update, review theControlFLASH Firmware Upgrade Software User Manual,publication 1756-UM105, or theControlFLASH Plus Quick Start Guide,publication CFP-QS001.
Rockwell Automation test environment
Rockwell Automation tests software products under a standard configuration of operating systems and antivirus software. For additional information, see the Knowledgebase Document ID: PN24 - Rockwell Software Products and Antivirus Software.
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