Creating A Directory/Program/Job List/Program List - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

MD11280 $MN_WPD_INI_MODE=0:
The INI file with the same name as the selected workpiece is executed. For example, when
you select SHAFT1.MPF, the SHAFT1.INI file is executed upon <CYCLE START>.
MD11280 $MN_WPD_INI_MODE=1:
All files of type SEA, GUD, RPA, UFR, PRO, TOA, TMA and CEC which have the same name
as the selected main program are executed in the specified sequence. The main programs
stored in a workpiece directory can be selected and processed by several channels.
Procedure
Note
Program selection from external media
If you execute programs from an external drive (e.g. network drive), you require the "Execution
from external storage (EES)" software option.
12.4

Creating a directory/program/job list/program list

12.4.1 Creating a new directory
Directory structures help you to manage your program and data transparently. At all storage
locations, you can create subdirectories for this purpose in a directory.
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Machine manufacturer
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications.
1. Select the "Program manager" operating area.
2. Select the desired storage location, and position the cursor on the work‐
piece/program that you would like to execute.
3. Press the "Select" softkey.
The control switches automatically into the "Machine" operating area.
- OR -
If the selected program is already opened in the "Program" operating area,
press the "Execute NC" softkey.
Press the <CYCLE START> key.
Machining of the workpiece is started.
12.4 Creating a directory/program/job list/program list
Managing programs
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