Introduction
The PLC simulator enables error searches to be carried out in the project without being connected to a real PLC.
All project tasks (Mast, Fast, AUX and Event) that run on a real PLC are also available in the Simulator. The difference from a real PLC is the lack of I/O modules and communication networks (such as e.g. ETHWAY, Fipio and Modbus Plus) non-deterministic realtime behavior.
Naturally, all debugging functions, animation functions, breakpoints, forcing variables etc. are available with the PLC simulator.
Representation
Representation of a dialog box:

Structure of the Simulator
The simulator controller offers the following views:
Type of simulated PLC
Current status of the simulated PLC
Name of the loaded project
IP address and DNS name of the host PC for the simulator and all connected Client PCs
Dialog box for simulating I/O events
button to reset the simulated PLC (simulated cold restart)
button (to simulate a warm restart)
Shortcut menu (right mouse button) for controlling the Simulator
Documentation
For detailed information refer to EcoStruxure™ Control Expert, PLC Simulator.