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Installation Guide

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Central Installation

Introduction to the Central Installation

STEP 7 is installed with a setup program. Screen prompts will guide you step-bystep

through the entire installation process.

As of STEP 7 V5.3 SP3, a Record function is provides support for the central

installation beyond the usual setup program. You can use this function if you need

to perform a single type of installation on several computers.

Record Function

The Record function is a recording function that enables you to perform multiple

installations of the system setup or selected installation components on different

computers with identical options.

Whereas you previously had to navigate through all setup dialogs and enter the

required information for each installation, you can now create a control file with the

name 'Ra_Auto.ini' to simplify the installation procedure.

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Overview of the Procedure for the Central Installation

The following tasks must be performed for a central installation:

• Save the folders with the names 'CD_1' and 'CD_2' from the product DVD on

a central server or PC.

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• Call up the Record function and create the 'Ra_Auto.ini' control file.

• Save the 'Ra-Auto.ini' control file either in the directory where 'Setup.exe' is

located or in any other directory.

• Edit the file 'Step7.ssf'.

• Edit the file 'Setups.cfg' if it exists.

• Start the central installation by double-clicking on the 'Setup.exe' file if the

'Ra-Auto.ini' file is located in the same directory. If the 'Ra_Auto.ini' file is

located in another directory, start the central installation with '<path>setup.exe

/silent=<path>Ra_Auto.ini'. The installation is then run through without any

further input prompts.

• The installation program must be called up for each computer.

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Calling up the “Record” Function for the Central Installation

• Use the Record function to create the 'Ra_Auto.ini' control file that is to

contain all the information required for the central installation.

• You will need administrator rights for the Record function.

Calling up the Record Function

1. Insert the supplied DVD and copy the folders with the names 'CD_1' and

'CD_2' to a central server or PC.

2. Select the menu command Start > Rung to open the 'Run' dialog.

3. Enter the path to the installation data you have copied to a central server or PC

followed by the parameter ”setup.exe /record”. Then click on 'OK'.

Result: The 'Setup' dialog for the language selection is displayed.

4. Select the desired language and click on 'OK'.

Result: The 'Setup' dialog with the Record function is displayed.

5. Select the directory where you wish to save the new control file named

'Ra_Auto.ini': the file must be saved either in the same directory as the

'Setup.exe' file or in any other location. Click 'Next'.

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6. In the subsequent dialog, select the desired components for the installation

and click on 'Next'.

Result: The 'Ra_Auto.ini' control file is created and saved in the selected

directory.

7. Click 'Exit'.

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Editing the “Step7.ssf” file

The 'Step7.ssf' file must be edited by adding the parameters listed below. This

parameters enable you to select options for the central installation. It can be

displayed and edited with any ASCII text editor.

Proceed as follows:

1. Open the 'Step7.ssf' file in the 'Step7' directory with Notepad or another

ASCII text editor.

2. Add the parameters at the end of the file beginning with the section

[OPFILEENTRIES_BEGIN] and ending with [OPFILEENTRIES_END].

3. Change the parameter values to suit your wishes and requirements. You will

find an explanation of the respective parameters in the table below.

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Caution

If you are overinstalling, enter the same path ('DestinationDrive' and

'DestinationPath') as used in the existing installation.

4. Save the amended 'Step7.ssf' file.

Parameters to add at the end of the 'Step7.ssf' file:

.[..]

[OPFILEENTRIES_BEGIN]

SetupMode=Batch

LanguagesToInstall=A,B,C,D,E

StartLanguage=A

NameOfUser=John Doe

NameOfCompany=Doe Inc.

DestinationDrive=C

DestinationPath=Program FilesSiemensStep7

AuthorizationDrive=A

LicenseDestination=C

LicenseRequested=1

LicenseManagerHandling=0

[OPFILEENTRIES_END]

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Explanation of the Parameters

Parameters

Explanation

[OFILEENTRIES_BEGIN]

SetupMode=Batch This specifies which setup mode to use. It should not

be changed.

LanguagesToInstall=A,B,C,D,E You can enter the values A to E.

A=German

B=English

C=French

D=Spanish

E=Italian

StartLanguage=A This is where you specify the language in which the

software should be started.

NameOfUser=John Doe Enter your name here.

NameOfCompany=Doe Inc. Enter the name of your company here.

DestinationDrive=C Enter the destination drive here.

DestinationPath=Program FilesSiemensStep7 Enter the destination path here. All subdirectories

are created in this path.

AuthorizationDrive=A This is where you specify the drive from where the

license should be loaded.

LicenseDestination=C Enter the drive where the license should be saved.

LicenseRequested=1 You can enter 1 or 0. '1' means that a license

should be transferred, '0' means that no license

should be transferred.

[OPFIELEENTRIES_END]

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Editing the “Setups.cfg” File

Check if the 'Setups.cfg' file is included in the 'CD1' folder on your product DVD.

• If this file is not included, nothing needs to be done.

• If the file is included, you need to add an entry to the file.

Proceed as follows:

1. Copy the folders with the names 'CD_1' and 'CD_2' to a central server or PC

if you have not already done so.

2. Open the 'Setups.cfg' file in the 'CD_1' folder with Notepad or another ASCII

text editor.

3. At the end of the file in the [Files] section after the last FileName entry, enter

the following parameter: 'FileNamexyz=Ra_Auto.ini'. Replace the wild card

'xyz' by an incremented number.

4. Save the extended 'Setups.cfg' file in the same directory as the installation file

'Setup.exe'.

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Example Format for 'Setups.cfg'

[General]

CopyToDisk=YES

DestDir=system setup

ExeName=setup.exe

[Files]

FileName1=setup.exe

FileName2=setup.ex_

FileName3=VB6STKIT.DLL

FileName4=setups.ini

FileName5=msvbvm60.dll

FileName6=Welcome.bmp

FileName7=Splash.bmp

FileName8=Top.bmp

FileName9=Ra_Auto.ini

[IniFile]

FileName1=setups.ini

Section1=SETTINGS

Entry1=DRIVE

NewValue1=%CD%

FileName2=setups.ini

Section2=SETTINGS

Entry2=PATH

NewValue2=%CD%

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Starting the Central Installation

Requirement

The following requirements must be met in order to start a central installation:

• You have copied the product DVD with the installation data to a central server

or PC.

• You have created the 'Ra_Auto.ini' file with the record function.

• You have amended the 'Step7.ssf' file with the parameters described above

and adapted it to your needs.

• You have checked if the 'Setups.cfg' file is included with your installation data

and, if so, amended and saved it as described above.

Proceed as follows to start the central installation:

1. Check if the requirements described above have been met.

2. Start the central installation by double-clicking on the 'Setup.exe' file if the file

'Ra_Auto.ini' is located in the same directory. If this is located in a different

directory, start the central installation with '<path>setup.exe

/silent=<path>Ra_Auto.ini'. A message is displayed when the central

installation is completed.

3. Repeat this procedure for each computer planned.

SIMATIC is the name of an automation system which was developed by the German company Siemens. The automation system controls machines used for industrial production. This system makes it possible for machines to run automatically. Depending on the needed function of the machine you have to upload the right program on your Simatic unit. This unit is kept in a control cabinet near the machine.

• 2Communication

Function[changechange source]

Simatic is similar to a digital computer which can store and run programs. The Simatic also has some inputs and outputs. The running program on the Simatic controls these inputs and outputs. Both are connected by electrical wires with the machine. That makes a communication between the Simatic and any machine possible. As the case may be the inputs and outputs are set on a “High” signal or on a “Low” signal by the program. These are different electrical definitions. Finally these signals are important if an action in the machine happens or not.

Example for different signals at the output to a motor:

• “High” signal: motor is starting
• “Low” signal: motor is stopping

Example for different signals at the input coming from a thermometer in the machine:

• “High” signal: temperature exceeded the limit
• “Low” signal: temperature is still allowed

Communication[changechange source]

There are basically two ways of communication:

From the machine to the Simatic[changechange source]

In the machine, there are sensors. A sensor gives information about different situations in the machine. For example, how fast the motor rotates, what the temperature is or when the current action is completed. All this information is necessary for the program. The sensors give out an electrical signal, each signal goes by wire on an input of the Simatic unit. So the program knows what´s going on in the machine. This is very important, because now the program can perform the next correct step in its sequence. For example, if the temperature of the motor is too high, the program has to know it. Now the program will switch off the motor.

From the Simatic to the machine[changechange source]

In the machine, there are actuators. They cause a wanted motion, action or forming. Examples for actuators are a motor, a heater or a light. If the program says that it´s time to switch on the light in the machine, the right output of the Simatic unit will be set. That means that an electrical signal at the output goes by wire to the machine and switches on the light.

The name Simatic[changechange source]

The name Simatic is a registered trademark of the company Siemens, since 1958. Simatic connects “Siemens” and “Automatic” in one word.

Product lines[changechange source]

Siemens developed four different product lines so far:

• 1958 Simatic Version G
• 1973 Simatic S3

• 1979 Simatic S5

• 1995 Simatic S7

Used Software[changechange source]

Every automation system needs a program to control a machine. To create a program you need a software. Siemens created their own software for their products.

• The Simatic S5 product line is programmed by the software Step5.

• The Simatic S7 product line is programmed by the software Step7 or in TIA Portal (totally integrated automation).

References[changechange source]

http://www.automation.siemens.com/simatic/portal/index_76.htm
http://w1.siemens.com/entry/cc/en/