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7.4
Performing a firmware and project update
7.4.1
Upgrading the boot loader on the CompactFlash card
The boot loader may have to be upgraded in the following cases:
● Upgrade of the SIMOTION D
● If a D4x5 CompactFlash card is to be used for a D4x5-2 (or vice versa).
● Error corrections and optimizations
Generally, we recommend that the latest boot loader available for the respective
CompactFlash card be used.
Detailed information on the compatibility relationships for the CompactFlash card, boot
loader version, SIMOTION D hardware and SIMOTION firmware version can be found in the
software compatibility list. This list is available both in the documentation supplied on the
SIMOTION SCOUT DVD (\1_Important\English\Compatibility\...) and on the Internet at
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/18857317).
See also
Bootloader on the CompactFlash card (Page 344)
7.4.2
Update - preparatory measures
Upgrading the SIMOTION D
The actions described in this section also apply to downgrading to an older version.
Various options are available for performing a firmware and/or project upgrade on the
SIMOTION D.
● Upgrade via IT DIAG (Page 332)
● Upgrade via device update tool (upgrading SIMOTION devices) (Page 333)
● Update via CompactFlash card (Page 337)
Note
Upgrading using the device update tool offers a number of advantages (keeping retain data,
option of downgrading, no license key handling, etc.).
We therefore recommend using this method for firmware and/or project upgrades.
SIMOTION D4x5-2
Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual, 02/2012
Service and maintenance
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