What Is Step 7 - Siemens SIMATIC S7-300 Quick Start Manual

Working with the STEP 7 Programming Software
Introduction STEP 7 is the programming software for SIMATIC S7/M7 and therefore for
your S7-300. STEP 7 provides you with the entire functionality required for
configuring, programming, and assigning parameters to your S7-300. Our
programming software gives you effective support when solving your
automation task.
The figure below shows you the most important features of STEP 7 which
will make your task considerably easier:
STEP 7 runs under Windows 95 and
is as easy to operate as other
Windows applications!
user-friendly, context-sensitive online
help function that gives you valuable
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What is STEP 7?

You can work with object-orientation
STEP 7 supports you with a
information and tips!
using STEP 7. All objects are
represented by symbols on the
graphical user interface!
You will recognize the STEP 7
objects from your everyday
working world: They include
stations, modules, and programs!
Primer: S7-300 Programmable Controller, Quick Start
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