Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System User Manual

Maintenance
9.4 Firmware update
S7-1500 Automation System
122 System Manual, 01/2013, A5E03461182-01
9.4 Firmware update
Introduction
During operation it may be necessary to update the firmware (for example due to functional
enhancements).
Update the firmware of the CPU, display, and I/O modules using firmware files.
Requirements
● You have downloaded the file(s) for the firmware update from the Customer Support
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/
) web site.
On this web site, select: Automation technology > Automation systems > SIMATIC
industrial automation system > Controllers > SIMATIC S7 modular controllers >
SIMATIC S7-1500.
From there, navigate to the specific type of module that you want to update. To continue,
click on the link for "Software downloads" under "Support". Save the desired firmware
update files.
● Ensure before installing the firmware update, that the modules are not being used.
Options for the firmware update
There are two options for performing a firmware update.
● via STEP 7 (online)
● via SIMATIC memory card (possible for CPU, display, and all centrally inserted modules)
Installation of the firmware update
WARNING
Impermissible plant states possible
Due to the installation of the firmware update, the CPU enters the STOP mode, which can
impact the operation of an online process or a machine.
Unexpected operation of a process or a machine can lead to fatal or severe injuries and/or
to material damages.
Ensure before installing the firmware update, that the CPU is not executing any active
process.

Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System Specifications

General

Series	SIMATIC S7-1500
Programming	TIA Portal (Totally Integrated Automation Portal)
Protection Class	IP20
CPU	Various models available (e.g., CPU 1511-1 PN, CPU 1518-4 PN/DP)
Controller Type	Modular Controller
Programming Languages	LAD, FBD, STL, SCL, GRAPH
Communication Interfaces	PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet, OPC UA
Digital Inputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Digital Outputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Analog Inputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Analog Outputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Backplane Bus	High-speed backplane bus for fast communication between modules
Redundancy	Supported with specific models and configurations
Safety	Integrated safety functions available
Scalability	Highly scalable with modular expansion
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C