Compactflash Cards; Compactflash Card System - Siemens PPU 26x.3 series Manual

2.4

CompactFlash Cards

2.4.1

CompactFlash card system

Overview
The PPU has two slots for CompactFlash cards:
● The slot for the user CompactFlash card is located at the front behind the front flap (not for
PPU 290.3).
● The slot for the system CompactFlash card with the system software is at the rear.
CompactFlash card with system software
The system CompactFlash card is shipped in a bootable condition. It is not supplied with the
PPU and must be ordered as a separate component.
The system CompactFlash card is essential for the operation of the PPU.
In addition to the technology-specific system software for SINUMERIK 828D and the firmware
for SINAMICS, the system CompactFlash card also contains:
● Version information (serial number, version, type designation)
● License key: Allows the CompactFlash card to be inserted into another PPU without having
to change the licenses.
Note the following when using a system CompactFlash card:
● SINUMERIK CNC supports the file systems FAT16 and FAT32 for CompactFlash cards.
You may need to format the memory card if you want to use a memory card from another
device or if you want to ensure the compatibility of the memory card with the SINUMERIK.
However, formatting the memory card will permanently delete all data on it.
● Do not remove the memory card while it is being accessed. This can lead to damage of the
memory card and the SINUMERIK as well as the data on the memory card.
● If you cannot use a memory card with SINUMERIK, then it possibly involves a memory card
that has not been formatted for this control system (e.g. Ext3 Linux file system), or a memory
card with a defective file system or an incorrect memory card type.
● Insert the memory card carefully and the right way round into the memory card slot (observe
indicators such as arrow or similar). This way you avoid mechanical damage to the memory
card or the device.
PPU and components
Manual, 10/2015, 6FC5397-2DP40-5BA3
System description
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