Overview
When using JACE 9000 controllers with IO-R-16 and IO-R-34 modules, customers have been experiencing a known issue in Niagara 4.14 where these devices may not function properly if they are discovered or configured through the web-based (UX) view.
Issue Summary
In Niagara 4.14, the NRIO Device Manager appears visually identical in both the web view (UX) and traditional Workbench (AX) view. Despite this, devices that are added or configured using the UX/Web view will not function as expected.
This issue has been confirmed and is documented in Tridium's internal development case reference: NCCB-71360.
Key Symptoms and Diagnostics
Devices added via the incorrect view (UX/Web) will present several common issues:
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Devices do not display Installed Version or Sec Version values.
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Device health shows status: ok, but the health field reads: fail.
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The station’s Application Director may show related error messages or exceptions.
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Points may fail to read/write or appear unresponsive.
Devices configured correctly through the Workbench (AX-style) view will display complete version information, respond properly, and pass health checks.
Correct Configuration Process
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To ensure proper operation, devices should only be discovered and added using the Workbench AX view of the NRIO Device Manager.
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This method remains fully supported in Niagara 4.14 and avoids the failure scenarios listed above.
UX View Limitations
The web-based (UX) NRIO view in Niagara 4.14 supports limited functionality. While users can still:
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View existing devices
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Add or command points
They should not use this interface to add or configure NRIO devices.
Recommendation
For any station using NRIO on a JACE 9000, use only the Workbench NRIO Device Manager view for device discovery and initial configuration. Avoid using the web interface for these tasks until further notice or an official software update resolves this issue.
External Links and Resources:
Niagara Community Knowledge Article
This article will be updated over time to reflect new suggestions and features with the JACE 9000 Hardware
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