The Allen-Bradley 1774-MA memory module features a slim design. The design and construction also ensure a smaller module size, reducing the packaging costs. It comes with minimal wiring requirements. Therefore, the users will not need to spend much time on the installation and commission of the unit. It is built with quick connect sealed connectors with a flexible and modular construction. The robust status indicators on the module also help in minimizing the time needed to commission the unit. Overall, the slim construction provides the users with space-saving benefits. The 1774-MA module is built to ensure good real-time performance, with a deterministic and repeatable mode of operation. The 1774-MA module connects to other Allen-Bradley memory modules and it supports the peer-to-peer messaging. This is made possible through easy integration with the Allen-Bradley programmable controllers and human-machine interface devices for ease of control, and it supports programming and device configuration.

The 1774-MA memory module is designed to support the applications that require high-speed data transfer between the information systems and a large quantity of controllers. For communication, the 1774-MA module features an Ethernet port and it therefore uses the EtherNet/IP protocol. This ensures unlimited communication possibilities since the users are able to maximize the communication between a great variety of equipment that is available from different vendors. The 1774-MA module also features universal remote I/O. The unit supports the “Pass Thru” protocol, letting the users configure devices on the universal remote I/O from different communication protocols. The 1774-MA module supports multiple industry-standard programming languages and the users are able to maintain and troubleshoot the programs in different languages. The design provides the users with the ability to maintain and troubleshoot the unit in different languages.