The 2711P-T4W21D8S is a PanelView Plus 7 Standard Terminal that is manufactured and branded by Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation. It has features such as terminal functionality that permits connection to one (1) controller, up to 100 screens, and 500 alarms. Additional features included with the 2711P-T4W21D8S are Ethernet communication (linear and star network topology support), PDF viewer, larger selection of screen sizes, better screen resolution, and multiple agency certifications. Environmental specifications for the 2711P-T4W21D8S include an operating temperature that ranges between 0 and 55 degrees Celsius (32 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit), a non-operating temperature between -25 and 70 degrees Celsius (-13 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit), and a relative humidity between 5% and 95% (non-condensing).

The 2711P-T4W21D8S can operate at altitudes up to 2000 meters and can withstand an operating shock of 15g for 11 milliseconds and a non-operating shock of 30g for 11 milliseconds. The 2711P-T4W21D8S has a NEMA and UL Type 12, 13, and 4X enclosure type rating. It is also rated for IP54 or IP66 by UL. Electrical specifications include a DC input voltage of 24 Volts DC nominal (18…30 Volts DC), non-isolated DC power supply and a DC power consumption of 35 Watts maximum (1.46 Amperes at 24 Volts DC). The power supply for the 2711P-T4W21D8S is AC-to-DC, 85…265 Volts AC, 47…63 Hertz, and its recommended replacement is the 2711P-RSACDIN. Mechanical specifications include an approximate weight of 0.44 kilograms (0.97 pounds) and 0.70 kilograms (1.53 pounds) for the 4-inch and 6-inch touch screen versions, respectively. Dimensions are 110 x 135 x 56.5 millimeters (4.33 x 5.31 x 2.22 inches) for the 4-inch version and 152 x 176 x 56.5 millimeters (5.98 x 6.93 x 2.22 inches) for the 6-inch version.

With an effective display viewing area of 95 x 54 mm, the 2711P-T4W21D8S is the smallest terminal in the PanelView Plus 7 series. The display has an aspect ratio of 16:9 and a typical brightness of 300 Nits. The terminal is outfitted with an SD card slot that can be used for additional storage. The 2711P-T4W21D8S has a maximum power consumption rating of 35 W. However, the usual power consumption for the terminal is 1.46 amperes at 24 VDC. This terminal is set up to support receiving its power supply from a safety extra low voltage (SELV) or protective extra low voltage (PELV) power source. SELV or PELV power sources both provide protection so that the voltage between conductors and earth ground does not exceed safe values under normal and single fault conditions. This terminal and its equipment are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. When installing or replacing components, operators can take several steps to prevent electrostatic discharge and lessen the likelihood of damage to the terminal. When handling the equipment during installation or replacement, operators should touch a grounded object to discharge potential static and should wear grounding wrist straps. Operators should also not touch connectors or pins on the component boards, and should also not touch any circuit components that are inside the equipment. If possible, a use a static-safe workstation and store all equipment in static-safe packaging when not in use. The terminal's battery has an accuracy of plus or minus two minutes per month and has an expected lifespan of four years if operated at a temperature of 25 degrees celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit).