Allen-Bradley 2711P-RN15S ControlNet Communications Module

The Allen-Bradley 2711P-RN15S is a two-channel ControlNet communications module that plugs into PanelView Plus terminals to enable direct ControlNet network access for runtime data exchange. This optional module is designed for PanelView Plus 700-1500 and PanelView Plus CE systems, including marine-certified configurations, and carries the part number 2711P-RN15S. It provides two independent ControlNet channels, allowing simultaneous data transfers such as I/O updates, status, alarms, and parameter exchanges between the operator terminal and a ControlNet master or PLC. The module supports both scheduled and unscheduled communications and is compatible with the PanelView Plus software ecosystem, working with FactoryTalk View ME runtimes in supported configurations. Firmware evolution for the RN15S has progressed from a 2.07+ baseline on Series A, Rev A to newer revisions such as 3.08+ that enable enhanced scheduling and control capabilities; ensure the terminal’s firmware and Rockwell RSNetWorx/RSLogix toolchains align with the RN15S requirements. In typical installations, the RN15S acts as the network interface between the PanelView Plus device and the ControlNet backbone, enabling data reads and writes to PLC I/O, recipe parameters, and diagnostic data while preserving determinism inherent to the ControlNet protocol.