Software Conversion; General Information On Software Conversion - Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 Manual For Migrating

5 Software Conversion

5 Software Conversion
5.1

General information on software conversion

In general, you can migrate ALL your STEP 7 V5.x programs to STEP 7 (TIA Portal)!
However, depending on the STEP 7 commands used or special blocks, it may be
necessary to make adjustments after migration.
This chapter explains the most important differences between the two software
platforms. In addition, we introduce you to a number of tools. They are intended to
provide the best possible support for migration and any adjustments that may be
required.
Nevertheless, there may be reasons which make it advisable to rebuild certain
programs or programs parts: Examples of such reasons:
Simpler code
Additional functions
Improved diagnostic capability
Creation of standard functions and libraries capable of meeting future
requirements
Migration effort same as or higher than rebuilding
Achievement of higher throughputs due to increase in performance
And many more
Note
For a general programming guide for SIMATIC S7-1500, refer to the following
entry ID:
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/81318674
Migration S7-300/S7-400 nach S7-1500
Entry ID: 109478811, V1.1, 05/2017
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