The FactorySoft OPC Client remains a staple diagnostic tool due to its low footprint and reliable performance. By systematically executing the installation, registering the necessary COM libraries, and properly aligning your Windows DCOM environment, you can quickly establishing a stable testing platform to validate all your industrial data streams.
Ensure that and Everyone are added and granted full "Allow" permissions.
Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2016/2019/2022. factorysoft opc client install
Right-click inside the group window to create a new subscription group.
Data change subscriptions with quality and timestamp handling. The FactorySoft OPC Client remains a staple diagnostic
Before beginning the installation, ensure your environment meets the necessary system and security criteria. System Compatibility
| Step | Action | |------|--------| | | Click Next | | License Agreement | Accept terms → Next | | Installation Type | Choose Complete (includes all drivers and tools) | | Destination Folder | Default: C:\Program Files\FactorySoft\OPC Client → Next | | OPC Core Components | ✅ Check Install OPC Foundation binaries (for OPC DA) | | Firewall Rules | ✅ Check Automatically add firewall exceptions (ports 135, 1024–65535 for DCOM; 4840 for OPC UA) | | Ready to Install | Click Install | Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
If connecting to a remote server, right-click the root node, select , and input the target IP address or hostname. Step 2: Establish a Connection Double-click the desired OPC Server from the list. The status bar at the bottom should change to Connected . Step 3: Create a Group and Add Tags
If your OPC Server is on a different machine than the FactorySoft Client, you must configure DCOM: Press Win + R , type dcomcnfg , and hit Enter.
| Parameter | Description | |-----------|-------------| | /quiet | No UI | | /norestart | Prevent automatic reboot | | /log | Saves install log | | INSTALL_TYPE=Complete | Full installation | | ADD_FIREWALL_RULES=1 | Auto‑configure Windows Firewall |