Updating Software; Windows Embedded Standard 7; Sending The Device To Customer Service - Siemens simatic ET 200SP User Manual

Maintenance

9.5 Updating software

9.5 Updating software
Note
When you update software, start the CPU 1515SP PC in the GRUB menu in Windows mode
(see figure (Page 47)).
Information on updating software can be found on the Internet
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support).
HMI devices
During the installation, make sure that you always use the latest drivers for the HMI devices
used (SIMATIC Flat Panels).
Before you install a new driver version, you must uninstall the old driver version in order to
ensure proper operation.
You can download the current driver software from SIMATIC Product Support.
9.6

Windows Embedded Standard 7

The Windows Embedded Standard 7 operating system is pre-installed on the
CPU 1515SP PC. WES7 E 32 Bit and WES7 P 64 Bit are offered, depending on the order
option.
The WES7 P version supports multi-touch functionality (gesture control).
You can install additional updates at a later time. Current information on the operating
system is available at www.windows.com.
9.7

Sending the device to customer service

Before sending
Note
Back up data and remove memory cards
Before you send in the CPU 1515SP PC for repair:
• Create a backup of your data.
• Back up your SIMATIC license keys on a USB stick.
• Remove your SD/MMC cards.
• Remove your CFast card.
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