CPU OS Update
 
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Connecting the CPU
To establish a connection between the PC and the CPU, and select the download function proceed as follows:
Step
Action
1
Verify that the CPU is in STOP mode.
2
Click Start → Programs → EcoStruxure Control Expert → OS Loader to launch OS Loader.
Result: The Welcome window is displayed.
3
Click Next.
Result: The Communication Protocol window is displayed.
4
Select the MODBUS01 or MBPLUS01 communication protocol in accordance with the chosen physical connection and click Next.
Result: The Target window is displayed (the information displayed in the following example are for illustration purpose only):
5
In the Device Type dialog box, select Processor.
6
In the Devices dialog box, click Scan to update the list of devices.
7
In the Devices dialog box, select the PLC node.
8
In the Target Address dialog box, click Connect to connect the PC to the CPU.
9
In the Devices dialog box, click Stop PLC if the CPU is not already stopped.
10
In the Devices dialog box, click Properties if you need to display information on the CPU status:
  • Processor state: started, stopped, or not configured
  • Processor type
  • Hardware identification
  • OS version
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Click Next.
Result: The Operation window is displayed.
Selecting and Downloading the OS File
Do not interrupt the communication between the PC and the CPU while downloading a file because it can cause irreparable damage to the CPU.
NOTICE
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
During the download:
  • Do not power OFF the CPU.
  • Do not power OFF the PC.
  • Do not shut down OS Loader.
  • Do not disconnect the communication cable.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
After connecting the CPU, proceed as follows to select and download the firmware file:
Step
Action
1
Select Download OS to device and click Browse.
2
Select the file to download into the CPU.
3
Click Next.
Result: The File and Device Info window displays information on the OS file to download and the device connected:
Check the PC binary file version. The compatibility with the CPU OS is indicated as follows: PC file is compatible with the CPU: It is indicated by a green tick between the File and Device dialog box. The transfer is allowed. PC file version is lower than the CPU version: It is indicated by a yellow tick between the File and Device dialog box. The transfer is allowed but it downgrades the CPU to an earlier version. PC file is not compatible with the CPU: It is indicated by a red tick between the File and Device dialog box and the Next button is grayed. The transfer is not allowed. Solve the incompatibility before proceeding with the next step.
4
Click Next.
Result: The Summary window is displayed.
5
Click Download.
Result: A popup window is displayed.
6
Click Yes to validate the information displayed and launch the transfer.
Result: The Progress window is displayed with the remaining time. The duration depends on the protocol used and the PC configuration.
7
In the Progress window, check if the download is completed.
Result: The SUCCESS message is displayed.
NOTE: If the SUCCESS message is not displayed, check each step and contact your local Schneider Electric office for assistance.
8
Click Close and exit OS Loader.
9
Reset the CPU either by:
  • Pushing the Reset button located on the CPU if available.
  • Powering OFF and then powering ON the CPU.
Checking the OS Version
The CPU OS version can be read either using OS Loader software, or the CPU LCD display and keypad.
Checking the version using OS Loader with a CPU connected to the PC:
Step
Action
1
Verify that the CPU is in STOP mode.
2
Open OS Loader.
Result: The Welcome window is displayed.
3
Click Next.
Result: The Communication Protocol window is displayed.
4
Select the MODBUS01 or MBPLUS01 communication protocol in accordance with the chosen physical connection and click Next.
Result: The Target window is displayed.
5
In the Device Type dialog box, select Processor.
6
In the Devices dialog box, click Scan to update the list of devices.
7
In the Devices dialog box, select the PLC node.
8
In the Target Address dialog box, click Connect to connect the PC to the CPU.
9
In the Devices dialog box, click Properties to check the OS version.
10
Click Close and exit OS Loader.
Checking the version using the LCD display and keypad: