I don't have much time to keep replying after only single suggestions or questions so I'll throw all this up now that I have a "minute or two"...
Just to rule things in or out - is the controller in Program Mode when you are attempting to change the module's mode?
Which OS are you using - 32-bit or 64-bit?
Let's be sure your AOP is installing correctly...
Note: You are probably doing this but I recommend you always unpack (extract) any downloaded compressed packages before attempting to run executable files from inside the package, such as MPSetup.exe in this case. Once unpacked, run the executable from within the extracted folder.
Hub639 said:
...I have checked HD for other instance of 56 config files and only have one RIO file in RS5000/module profiles...
By "56 config files" and "RIO file" I assume you mean the "56RioCfg..." files installed by the AOP?
Are you saying you only see one of those files in the Module Profiles folder, such as "56RioCfgScan.exe"?
There should also be "56RioCfgAdpt.exe" among others...
32-bit OS: These files should be present under ...
Program Files/Rockwell Software/RSLogix 5000/Module Profiles/RA 1756 RIO Comms
64-bit OS: These files should be present under
Program Files (x86)/Rockwell Software/RSLogix 5000/Module Profiles/RA 1756 RIO Comms
Along with those two important files, there should be 50 or so files installed to that folder by the AOP...
If those files are present then next...
A quick test that both modes are working at the software level is to open the 1756-RIO module properties in RSLogix 5000 and on the General tab open the "Change" dialog box. In here change the module from Scanner to Adapter mode. Then go to the Remote I/O tab and press the Configuration Tool button. Depending on which mode is selected, either "56RioCfgScan" or "56RioCfgAdpt" should be displayed at the top of the window that should open.
If something is not working at this level then the issue is likely still with the AOP installation.
Also, you should be selecting Adapter mode under the General/Change tab before running the Configuration Tool. When you change to Adapter mode and press "OK", make sure to "Apply" the change before going to the Remote I/O tab.
Also, having read a little more...
In the Install Notes, for the latest AOP v2.04.03, it states...
Module / Device Revision Information
Catalog Number / Series
1756-RIO
Minimum Module / Firmware Revision
3.2.1
Minimum RSLogix 5000 Software Version
V17.00
This suggests that the latest AOP v2.04.03 comes with firmware revision 3.2.1 and this is the firmware revision that the Configuration Tool will attempt to load into the module, whether selecting Scanner or Adapter mode.
Also, in the Release Notes for AOP v2.04.03 (June 2013)...
Table 1 - Corrected Anomalies with Firmware Revision 3.2.1, AOP Version 2.4
This also suggests that firmware revision 3.2.1 is provided with the latest AOP v2.04.03.
So, even if you do get this latest AOP and Configuration Tool working, it is still not flashing the required firmware revision 3.3.1 that I mentioned earlier is apparently required to use a 1756-RIO in Adapter mode to a PLC5 controller.
To double-check what AOP v2.04.03 does try to load...
When you run the Configuration Tool, and execute Tools>Set 1756-RIO Module Scanner/Adapter Mode, and select your mode and path, you should then get the Firmware Update Confirmation popup. Under the Warning in the popup, which firmware revision does it state the 1756-RIO module currently has loaded and which is it about to attempt to load? Also note whether they are 1756-RIO-SCAN or 1756-RIO-ADPT.
In this technote article they mention the existence of a "special" firmware revision 3.4.4 for the 1756-RIO module but apparently it is not publicly available to download...
118003 - 1756-RIO firmware history
Access Level: TechConnect
That is also the technote where I found the info on requiring firmware revision 3.3.1 to support adapter mode to a PLC-5. The technote specific to this is also linked in there...
591082 - 1756-RIO module as an adapter to a PLC-3 or PLC-5/250
Access Level: TechConnect
But even this is confusing? Note the title says adapter to either type of PLC but inside it states -
When a 1756-RIO is used as an adapter to a PLC-3 or a PLC-5/250 as a scanner you must have 1756-RIO firmware revision 3.3.1 or later
This "appears" to be saying 3.3.1 is required for adapter mode to a PLC-3 or scanner mode to a PLC-5. Hmm, so maybe you don't require 3.3.1 specifically for adapter mode to a PLC-5? Hopefully that is the case as I don't know where the heck you can get it? The latest AOP v2.04.03 seems to only go up to firmware revision 3.2.1.
I think for now you should concentrate on getting whatever firmware version AOP v2.04.03 does have into the module and then take it from there.
This is certainly a case of "Reckwell" at their confusing best.
G.