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10.3
Firmware update
The following options are available for updating the firmware of the communication modules
and the readers connected to them:
● Using WBM
● Using the TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional V16 or higher)
These alternative methods are described below.
10.3.1
Updating the firmware via WBM
Requirements
● The communication module is connected to the PC via Industrial Ethernet.
● The communications module has been disconnected from active operation.
● All user applications are closed.
● The required update file is stored locally.
Procedure
Proceed as follows to run a firmware update using the WBM:
1. Start your Web browser.
2. Enter the IP address of the communications module in the address field of your browser.
3. If not logged in, log in to the WBM.
Note that you as "User" can only perform a firmware update if the communications
module has the "Idle" status.
4. Click on the "System - System settings" menu item.
5. In the "Firmware update" area, click the "Select firmware file" icon.
6. Select the update file (*.sfw).
7. Click on the "Open" button.
8. Click the "Update" button.
SIMATIC RF166C
Operating Instructions, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-C578-01
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