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Your FactoryTalk Activation license is either missing, not hosted, or your computer’s ID changed (after hardware swap). Use the FactoryTalk Activation Manager to re‑point to the license file.
Downloading software is useless if you cannot connect to the PLC. RSLogix 500 uses RSLinx Classic (a separate Rockwell driver package) for communication.
Quick setup for serial (DF1):
For Ethernet: Add the Ethernet/IP Driver and type the IP address of your MicroLogix.
Once RSLinx sees the PLC, RSLogix 500 will be able to upload, download, and go online. rslogix 500 download programming software
| Source | Cost | Includes SLC 500? | |--------|------|------------------| | Rockwell PCDC (with contract) | Free to license holders | Yes | | RSLogix Micro Starter Lite (Rockwell website) | Free | No (MicroLogix 1100/1400 only) | | Rockwell Legacy Software DVD (eBay, risky) | Varies | Yes (no support) | | Rockwell Toolkit subscription | ~$300–800/yr | Yes |
If you are a student or looking to learn the software without purchasing a license:
Before you download, ensure your computer meets these minimums (for the latest version 12.x):
| Component | Requirement | |-----------|-------------| | OS | Windows 7 (Professional/Enterprise), Windows 10 (Pro/Enterprise, 32 or 64‑bit), Windows 11 (tested, but not officially listed) | | CPU | 1 GHz or faster | | RAM | 1 GB (2 GB+ recommended) | | Disk space | 2 GB free | | Display | 1024 x 768 | | Communication | RS‑232 (serial), USB‑to‑serial adapter, Ethernet, or 1784‑PCMK card | Your FactoryTalk Activation license is either missing, not
Important: RSLogix 500 is a 32‑bit application. It runs fine on 64‑bit Windows using WoW64 emulation. Do not install on Windows RT or ARM devices.
RSLogix 500 is a Windows‑based programming package designed specifically for Rockwell Automation’s legacy controller platforms:
The software uses relay ladder logic (RLL) – a graphical programming language that mimics electrical schematics. It remains popular because of its simplicity, real‑time debugging capabilities, and the sheer volume of existing SLC/MicroLogix installations worldwide.
Key features include:
Despite being succeeded by Studio 5000 (for Control/CompactLogix), RSLogix 500 is not obsolete. Rockwell continues to support it for legacy systems, but with important licensing changes.
RSLogix 500 was written before Windows 10/11. Users report needing:
To obtain the software legally and safely: