Learn how and where to download and install Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio.
Generally, if you have a serial number, you can download the installation files from the Rockwell TechConnect. But once you have the FactoryTalk View Studio installation files, you will be able to install the FactoryTalk View Studio in however many computer you have. However, the unlicensed computers have only 2 hours of FactoryTalk View Studio working time and after that you will have to restart the FactoryTalk View Studio application. You will not be required to restart the computer, just close the FactoryTalk View Studio and launch it again.

Note that downloading and installing process takes anywhere from 1 to 4 hours to complete depending on your internet speed and CPU bandwidth.

COMMON QUESTIONS
How much does FactoryTalk cost?
In 2021, price of FactoryTalk View Studio was listed as USD$45,0000. Price has been steadily rising over the years.

Is FactoryTalk View Studio free?
Yes and no. You can download from TechConnect which requires serial number which normally comes after you purchase the Rockwell FactoryTalk View Studio. However if you have the installation files, you can still install the FactoryTalk View Studio in your machine which allows you to run for 2 hours, and after that you will require to restart the FactoryTalk View Studio again which gives you another 2 hours of development time. You can also create runtime in this 2 hours window.

Can I create runtime application using FactoryTalk View Studio without a license?
Yes. You can create runtime application (.MER filename extension) with an unlicensed FactoryTalk View Studio. But the FactoryTalk View Studio will only run for 2 hours after that you will need to restart the FactoryTalk View Studio.

Can I do everything on an unlicensed FactoryTalk View Studio?
Yes. Everything works just like the licensed FactoryTalk View Studio in the unlicensed FactoryTalk View Studio, however you have a 2 hours window to work with and after that you will have to restart the FactoryTalk View Studio application. Power cycling of the computer is not required.

What is the difference between FactoryTalk View ME and FactoryTalk View SE?
FactoryTalk View Studio ME (Machine Edition) is FactoryTalk View Studio targeted towards development of panel mounted HMI application such as Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus. While the FactoryTalk View Studio Se (Site Edition) is FactoryTalk View Studio targeted towards developing HMI application for control room (on a workstation or server class machines).

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