FactoryTalk View 14.0

Rockwell Automation has officially released FactoryTalk View 14.0, bringing new enhancements and features for improved HMI (Human-Machine Interface) applications. In this post, we cover the hardware and software requirements, new features, functional changes, and installation considerations for FactoryTalk View 14.0.

Hardware Requirements

To run FactoryTalk View 14.0 smoothly, ensure your system meets the following hardware requirements:

Software Requirements

Operating Systems Supported

FactoryTalk View 14.0 has been tested on the following operating systems:

• Windows 11
• Windows 10 (LTSC, IoT Enterprise 2019, 21H2, 22H2)
• Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022

Supported Browsers

• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based)
• Mozilla Firefox

New Features in FactoryTalk View 14.0

1. Advanced XY Plot Object Enhancements

• Improved performance and real-time data visualization.
• New customization options for data representation.

2. Enhanced .NET Control Object Support

• Extended compatibility with custom WPF controls.
• Better integration for Windows Forms applications.

3. Expanded Data Grid Functionality

• Supports external SQL databases as data sources.
• New filtering and sorting options for grid-based HMI applications.

4. Improved Redundancy Synchronization

• Auto-sync for HMI tag values in redundant systems.
• Faster failover switching between primary and backup servers.

5. Client-Specific Tags for Distributed Networks

• Client-based tag management for improved performance.
• Custom animations and object visibility per user session.

6. New FactoryTalk System Status Portal

• Centralized monitoring of all FactoryTalk application servers.
• Real-time diagnostics and health status tracking.

7. FactoryTalk Batch View Enhancements

• New controls added for improved batch process visualization.

8. New HMI Tag Access for Server-Side Scripting

• Expanded scripting functionality for better automation.
• Improved PowerShell support for system integration.

9. TrendPro and RecipePro Enhancements

• Improved navigation and panning features.
• New language-switching capabilities.

10. Chromium-Based Web Browser Integration

• Improved web browsing support with embedded Chromium engine.

Functional Changes in FactoryTalk View 14.0

1. HTTPS Enabled by Default

• For secure communications, HTTPS is now enabled by default.
• Users must configure a TLS certificate post-installation.

2. OS Compatibility Changes

• No support for 32-bit Windows OS.
• Windows 7 is no longer supported.

3. Enhanced FactoryTalk Diagnostics

• Improved remote logging and monitoring tools.
• New filtering options for event tracking.

4. Floating-Point Calculation Improvements

• Improved precision handling for real-time data processing.

5. KEPServer OPC Server Enhancements

• Additional security layers for third-party OPC communications.
• Improved DCOM authentication support.

Installation Considerations

Before installing FactoryTalk View 14.0, ensure the following:

• Pre-installation setup: Configure your system based on FactoryTalk View SE Installation Guide.
• Network setup: Ensure firewall and security policies allow FactoryTalk services.
• Server considerations: Distribute HMI, data, and alarm servers across multiple hosts for better load balancing.

How to Download FactoryTalk View 14.0

FactoryTalk View 14.0 is available for download from Rockwell Automation’s Compatibility & Downloads Center.

For any Downloading Issues Contact us.

Previous Versions of FactoryTalk View

Learn More with Tutorials

Expand your knowledge with the following resources:

• YouTube Tutorials on FactoryTalk View SE/ME
• Delta HMI Tutorials
• PLC Programming Guides
• Rockwell Automation Training
• WinCC Siemens Tutorials
• Wonderware InTouch Tutorials

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