97BPLC concepts
4.5 Using a memory card
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4.5.2
Configuring the startup parameter of the CPU before copying the project to the
memory card
When you copy a program to a transfer card or a program card, the program includes the
startup parameter for the CPU. Before copying the program to the memory card, always
ensure that you have configured the operating mode for the CPU following a power-cycle.
Select whether the CPU starts in STOP mode, RUN mode, or in the previous mode (prior to
the power cycle).
4.5.3
Transfer card
CAUTION
Electrostatic discharge can damage the memory card or the receptacle on the CPU.
Make contact with a grounded conductive pad and/or wear a grounded wrist strap
whenever you handle the memory card. Store the memory card in a conductive container.
Creating a transfer card
Always remember to configure the startup parameter of the CPU (Page 102) before copying
a program to the transfer card. To create a transfer card, follow these steps:
1.
Insert a blank SIMATIC memory card into an SD card reader/writer attached to your
computer.
If you are reusing a SIMATIC memory card that contains a user program or a firmware
update, you must delete the program files before reusing the card. Use Windows Explorer
to display the contents of the memory card and delete the "S7_JOB.S7S" file and also
delete any directory folder (such as "SIMATIC.S7S" or "FWUPDATE.S7S").
2.
In the Project tree (Project view), expand the "SIMATIC Card Reader" folder and select
your card reader.
3.
Display the "Memory card" dialog by right-clicking the drive letter corresponding to the
memory card in the card reader and selecting "Properties" from the context menu.