I have a simple question: where does RSLogix5000 store the continuous growing trend file on your computer? It used to be stored in the controller, but newer versions (as mentioned in Knowledgebase Article 32379 - RSLogix 5000 Trending) clarify that it is now saved on your hard drive. I would like to monitor its growth rate to estimate when my hard drive will reach capacity. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Jarad S.
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JayrodPhil inquired about the location of the actual trend file saved by RSLogix 5000 and the Trend Server on a PC. Unlike the log file that can be designated to a specific directory, the trend file, which continuously grows with each sample, is now stored on the hard drive. This change was clarified in a Knowledgebase Article (32379 - RSLogix 5000 Trending) for newer versions. Understanding where this file is stored is essential for monitoring its growth rate and estimating when the hard drive capacity will be reached. Any assistance on this matter would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Jarad S. The trend file is usually saved in the directory C:\Rslogix 5000 \ Projects.
Hey Jarad, the location for the stored trend file is indeed on your hard drive. It's stored within your project directory. To find it, navigate to where you're saving your RSLogix 5000 projects. Within that directory, there will be a subdirectory for each project; inside that you'll find a .SLC file - this is your trend file. Monitoring its size could give you a good approximation of its growth rate and when you may need additional storage space. Best, Chris.
Hi Jarad, the trend files in RSLogix5000 are typically stored in your hard drive under Documents > Rockwell Automation > RSLogix5000 > Trends. You can monitor the size of this folder and its growth over time to estimate when your hard drive might reach capacity. Make sure you clean this folder periodically to maintain optimal system performance. Good luck!
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Answer: 1. Where does RSLogix5000 store the continuous growing trend file on your computer? - RSLogix5000 stores the continuous growing trend file on your hard drive, as clarified in newer versions mentioned in Knowledgebase Article 32379.
Answer: - To monitor the growth rate of the trend file, you can regularly check the file size on your hard drive and estimate when it might reach capacity based on the trend of its growth.
Answer: - RSLogix5000 does not specify a specific location for saving the trend file on the hard drive. It is advisable to keep track of the file size and allocate sufficient storage space accordingly.
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