Commissioning (hardware)
5
5.1
Requirements for commissioning
Requirements
The following requirements must be satisfied for the initial commissioning of the
SIMOTION D4x5‑2 and the SINAMICS S120 modules required for operation (SINAMICS S120
line modules and SINAMICS S120 motor modules):
● Your system with SIMOTION D4x5‑2 has been installed and wired.
● Your PG/PC has been connected to the SIMOTION D4x5‑2 via the PROFIBUS, Ethernet
or PROFINET IO interface.
Commissioning steps
Commissioning the hardware involves the following steps:
1. Inserting the CompactFlash card (Page 95)
2. Checking the system (Page 98)
3. Switching on the power supply (Page 98).
Additional references
For information on installing/mounting and commissioning the SINAMICS S120 components,
refer to the
SINAMICS S120 Commissioning Manual.
5.1.1
Inserting the CompactFlash card
Characteristics of the CF card
The CF card is essential for operation of the SIMOTION D4x5‑2. The SIMOTION Kernel
(SIMOTION D firmware) and the software used to control the drives (SINAMICS firmware) are
contained on the CF card.
SIMOTION D4x5-2
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