FactoryTalk Directory

Check the directory configuration

1. Open the Task Tray
2. Right click on the Key. Note that it can be with a green check mark or red x
3. Click on Status
4. Check the status of the login. It needs to contain the status of: Server: SRV-ROCKWELL-PM and Connection state: CONNECTED A successful login should show as below:

Setting the Directory Location

This can only be done on the physical machine in person. Remote connections will not be able to change this configuration.
You need to be a Administrator to complete this task

1. Click on Start/Search Bar
2. Type Directory to find the application Specify FactoryTalk Directory Location
3. Click on Yes from the UAC prompt
4. Click on the 3 DOTS to open the settings
5. Enter your MacID and Password in the login prompt
6. Specify Remote Computer and type in srv-rockwell-pm
7. Click ok and ok again to finalize the change.
8. Restart any Rockwell Automation software open.