In today’s article we walk you through the updated steps you take to download CompactLogix and ControlLogix Firmware.
Step 1) Navigate to http://www.ab.com
Step 2) On the left, click on the “Product Compatibility and Download Center” link:
Step 3) Now select “Firmware Updates”
Step 4) Here select your processor type. In this example we’ll choose “CompactLogix”
Step 5) Select your processor from the list. In this example we’ll choose an L16:
Step 6) You may be prompted to choose a “Series,” and then choose your desired firmware “Version”
Step 7) Next, select “Downloads”
Step 8) Now click the picture of a red arrow and hard drive:
Step 9) Select “Firmware” and then click on “Download Cart”
Step 10) “Accept” the license agreement:
Step 11) Select “Direct Download”
Step 12) And now you’ll see a link to download your selected firmware:
I hope you’ve found this article on how to download firmware for a CompactLogix or ControlLogix helpful.
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