Overview
The Allen-Bradley 2711-NM12 Series B memory card is a PCMCIA Linear Flash Memory Card engineered for program and data backup on PanelView Series operator terminals. With 1 Mbyte capacity, this card provides reliable storage for PanelView Standard, PanelView 1000e, and PanelView 1400e applications. Series B designation indicates compatibility with earlier PanelView 550 terminals and subsequent models. Though discontinued by the manufacturer, the 2711-NM12 remains a critical component for maintaining legacy HMI systems in production environments.
Key Features
- 1 Mbyte Linear Flash memory capacity for program and configuration storage
- PCMCIA interface standard compatible with PanelView series terminals
- Series B revision ensures compatibility with early and current PanelView hardware revisions
- Hot-swappable design allows card replacement without system shutdown
- Backed by distributor warranty on legacy surplus inventory
Technical Specifications
- Memory Type: Linear Flash PCMCIA
- Capacity: 1 Mbyte
- Card Type: PCMCIA (Type III)
- Series: Series B
- Manufacturer Status: Discontinued
- Warranty: Distributor/Reseller Warranty (varies by source)
Typical Applications
The 2711-NM12 is ideal for facilities maintaining PanelView HMI systems deployed before modern storage technology. Common applications include:
- Program backup and recovery on PanelView 550, 600, 1000, 1400 terminals
- Configuration data archival for regulatory compliance and disaster recovery
- Extended storage for legacy manufacturing and process control systems
- System cloning and multi-unit deployments in food, beverage, and packaging industries
Compatibility & Replacements
The 2711-NM12 Series B is the 1 Mbyte member of the PanelView PCMCIA memory card family. Related memory options include the 256K 2711-NM11, 2MB 2711-NM13, 4MB 2711-NM14, and 10MB 2711-NM15. All cards use the same PCMCIA slot on compatible PanelView terminals, so users requiring greater capacity can upgrade to larger cards if the hardware supports them. This card is a drop-in replacement for any failed or degraded Series B 2711-NM12 units in active PanelView systems. As a discontinued product, availability is limited to industrial surplus distributors; early procurement is recommended for critical applications.
