Firmware Update; Updating The Firmware Via Wbm - Siemens SIMATIC RF186C Operating Instructions Manual

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10.3 Firmware update

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10.3 Firmware update
The following options are available for updating the firmware of the communications
modules:
● Using WBM
● Using the TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic / Professional V15.1 or higher)
In addition, the firmware of the readers connected to the communications module can be
updated. The firmware of the readers is updated using the TIA Portal (STEP 7 Basic /
Professional V15.1 or higher).
These alternative methods are described below.
10.3.1

Updating the firmware via WBM

Requirements
● The communications module is connected to the PC via Industrial Ethernet or
PROFINET.
● 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" menu item.
5. In the "Firmware update" area, click the "Select firmware file" icon.
6. Select the update file (*.sfw).
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Operating Instructions, 06/2019, C79000-G8976-C512-02