The Siemens S7-1200 PLC (with CPU-1212C) has been delivered to the customer site for software updates. I will transfer the updated code using TIA Portal/PLCSIM on my development laptop. Can the code be written to a Siemens SD card and inserted into the PLC's SD slot for automatic software updates? If so, is any additional software required for this process? My plan is to provide the operator with the SD card and instruct them to insert it into the card reader slot for the new software installation.
Yes! Option 1 involves placing the card in Program Mode to run the program directly from the card. Easily transfer the PLC project onto the card within Portal. Option 2 allows for setting up the SD card as a transfer card, automatically copying the project into each PLC it is inserted into. This feature can be beneficial for customers with multiple systems or for returning the card. Regardless of the option chosen, it is essential to power off the PLC before inserting the card. Decide whether to leave the card in or perform an additional power cycle to remove it. For more information, visit SIOSsupport.industry.siemens.com.
mk42 explained that Option 1 involves putting the card in Program Mode to run the program directly on the PLC. Users can simply drag the PLC project onto the card within Portal. Option 2, on the other hand, allows for setting up the SD card as a transfer card. This enables the project to be copied into multiple PLCs, which can be advantageous for customers with various systems. It is essential to power off the PLC before inserting the card, whether leaving it in or conducting an off/on cycle to remove it. For more insights, visit SIOS support on Siemens' industry website. I appreciate the valuable input, @mk42 - I will definitely check out the link.
One common query that arises is how to upload a PLC program to an SD-Card without physically having the PLC device. Utilizing TIA Portal on a laptop, the process can be achieved seamlessly.
To access your Simatic S7S folder and file on the MC card in TIA Portal, simply drag your 1200 CPU to Card Reader > Simatic MC card.
I vividly remember that Siemens PG laptops come equipped with SD card readers that are capable of formatting, reading, and writing cards. I stumbled upon a helpful post titled "Reading Memory Card! - 189230 - Industry Support Siemens" which discusses a Siemens PROMMer device that connects to a standard PC via USB. Please note that I do not endorse or have personal experience with either method.
Yes, writing the updated code to a Siemens SD card and inserting it into the PLC for automatic updates is completely feasible. The TIA Portal has built-in features for transferring programs to SD cards. Just ensure you check the 'Load Memory Card' box when you're transferring your project to the SD card. The PLC will then automatically read the SD card upon startup. Do remember, however, that the PLC needs to be in 'STOP' mode before the SD card is inserted. No additional software is required; TIA Portal and a formatted SD card will be all you need. Your plan to guide the operator sounds effective and efficient.
Yes, you can indeed utilize an SD card to transfer the updated code to the Siemens S7-1200 PLC (with CPU-1212C). The TIA Portal software provides just the toolset necessary. All you need to do is write the updated program onto the SD card from your development laptop and have it inserted into the PLC's SD slot for auto updates. There's no requirement for additional software. Your operator should just ensure the PLC is set to "RUN-P" mode to scan the SD card slot for updates upon startup. Do note that the SD card needs to be either an official Siemens card or an industrial-grade card with fast write times, as standard ones can be less reliable in this situation.
Yes, your approach of writing the code to a Siemens SD card and having it inserted into the PLC's slot for auto-update works perfectly fine. It's a commonly used method. However, keep in mind that the PLC must be set to "RUN-P" mode (or "RUN-Program") for the automatic system update with an SD card. As for additional software, you'll not be needing any if you're just transferring the updated program code to the SD card. That said, it is always important to give clear instructions to the operator regarding the process.
Yes, your approach is generally correct. You can write PLC program updates to a Siemens SD card using the TIA Portal software, and then insert the card into the PLC's SD slot for automatic software updates. No additional software is required for this process. Just ensure that the PLC is configured to load the program from the memory card at startup. It's also important to instruct the operator on properly handling the card to protect it from electrostatic discharge, especially in industrial environments.
Yes, you can use a Siemens SD card to transfer your updated code to the S7-1200 PLC! Just make sure you format the card correctly and save your project files in the right format using TIA Portal. You won't need any additional software for this process, but it’s a good idea to provide clear instructions to the operator on how to properly insert the card and initiate the update, just to avoid any confusion. Make sure they know to check for any necessary settings in the PLC for recognizing the SD card. Good luck with the update!
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Answer: - Yes, the Siemens S7-1200 PLC can be updated with a new software version by writing the code to an SD card and inserting it into the PLC's SD slot.
Answer: - No, additional software is not required for this process. The updated code can be transferred using TIA Portal/PLCSIM on a development laptop, written to an SD card, and then inserted into the PLC for automatic software updates.
Answer: - You can provide the operator with the SD card containing the updated software version and instruct them to insert it into the PLC's SD card reader slot for the new software installation.
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