16.3 Firmware update via memory card
Overview
If you can physically access the converter, then you can directly update the rmware on the
converter using a memory card (SD card).
Requirement
• You have an SD card with the appropriate rmware, e.g. 6SL3570-0GB00-0AA0.
• You have an empty SD card with a maximum storage capacity of 32GB (e.g.
6SL5970-0AA00-0AA0) onto which you can load the rmware.
You can nd the available rmware versions at the following link: "Updates and constraints,
SINAMICS G220 (
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109807094)".
Procedure
Proceed as follows to update the rmware using an SD card:
1. Switch o the converter supply voltage.
2. Insert the SD card into the converter.
3. Switch on the converter supply voltage.
4. The new rmware is installed. The process takes approx. 2minutes.
RDY COM Explanation of LED displays
Firmware update is active
• Do not switch o the power supply.
• Do not disconnect the motor from the converter
- Firmware update is completed
5. Switch o the converter supply voltage.
6. Remove the SD card.
Corrective maintenance
16.3Firmware update via memory card
SINAMICS G220 converter
768 Operating Instructions, 04/2024, FW V6.2, A5E51781573B AB