In this section, we will explore the software and hardware components that interact with SoftLogix. The following diagram displays a typical SoftLogix solution architecture:
The assets in the preceding diagram are as follows:
- SoftLogix Chassis Monitor: This application is the virtual software-based rack that runs on the PC. It allows you to manage the virtual rack modules, monitor the status of the controllers and modules (just like a physical rack), and configure your virtual controllers.
- SoftLogix Controller: This application is a virtual controller process running on a Windows-based PC. The virtual controller runs the RSLogix 5000/Logix Designer programs, such as ladder logic and function block diagrams, that would usually run on a physical controller. It is also capable of running C++-based external routines.
- RSLinx: As discussed in Chapter 6, Industrial...
