Step 7--Micro/Win Programming Package; Communications Options - Siemens SIMATIC S7-200 System Manual

STEP 7- -Micro/WIN Programming Package
The STEP 7--Micro/WIN programming package provides a user-friendly environment to develop,
edit, and monitor the logic needed to control your application. STEP 7--Micro/WIN provides three
program editors for convenience and efficiency in developing the control program for your
application. To help you find the information you need, STEP 7--Micro/WIN provides an extensive
online help system and a documentation CD that contains an electronic version of this manual,
application tips, and other useful information.
Computer Requirements
STEP 7--Micro/WIN runs on either a personal computer or a Siemens programming device, such
as a PG 760. Your computer or programming device should meet the following minimum
requirements:
Operating system:
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Windows 2000, Windows XP, Vista
At least 350M bytes of free hard
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disk space
Mouse (recommended)
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Installing STEP 7- -Micro/WIN
Insert the STEP 7--Micro/WIN CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The installation wizard
starts automatically and prompts you through the installation process. Refer to the Readme file for
more information about installing STEP 7--Micro/WIN.
Tip
To install STEP 7--Micro/WIN on a Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista operating
system, you must log in with Administrator privileges.

Communications Options

Siemens provides two programming options for connecting your computer to your S7-200: a direct
connection with a PPI Multi-Master cable, or a Communications Processor (CP) card with an MPI
cable.
The PPI Multi-Master programming cable is the most common and economical method of
connecting your computer to the S7-200. This cable connects the communications port of the
S7-200 to the serial communications of your computer. The PPI Multi-Master programming cable
can also be used to connect other communications devices to the S7-200.
Product Overview
Figure 1-2 STEP 7- -Micro/WIN
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