Technical data

Downloading and Uploading
19.1 Downloading from the PG/PC to the Programmable Controller
Programming with STEP 7
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19.1.6.5 Downloading via EPROM Memory Cards
Requirements
For access to EPROM memory cards in the programming device which are intended for an S7
programmable logic controller, you will require the appropriate EPROM drivers. For access to
EPROM memory cards which are intended for an M7 programmable control system, the Flash File
System must be installed (only possible on the PG 720, PG 740, and PG 760). EPROM drivers and
the Flash File System are offered as options when you install the STEP 7 Standard package. If you
are using a PC, an external prommer will be required to save to EPROM memory cards.
You can also install the drivers at a later date. To do this, call up the corresponding dialog box via
Start > Simatic > STEP 7 > Memory Card Parameter Assignment or via the Control Panel
(double-click the "Memory Card Parameter Assignment" icon).
Saving on the Memory Card
To save blocks or user programs to a memory card, proceed as follows:
1. Insert the memory card in the slot of your programming device.
2. Open the "Memory Card" window by:
- Clicking the button for "Memory Card" in the toolbar. If necessary, activate the toolbar
using the menu command View > Toolbar.
- Alternatively, select the menu command File > S7 Memory Card > Open.
3. Open or activate one of the following windows displaying the blocks you want to save: The
following windows are possible:
- Project window, "ONLINE" view
- Project window, "offline" view
- Library window
- "Accessible Nodes" window
4. Select the "Blocks" folder or individual blocks and copy them to the "S7 Memory Card" window.
5. If a block already exists on the memory card, an error message is displayed. In this case, erase
the contents of the memory card and repeat the steps from 2.