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Do I need Softnet Software for my Communication?

Created by: Afifa at: 4/13/2009 11:53 AM (2 Replies)

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4/13/2009 11:53 AM	Rate (0)
Afifa Posts: 1 Rating: (0)	I want to communicate siemens S7 PLCs network towinCC 2048 power tag HMI via Industrial Ethernet. Do i require the softnet software for this ?
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4/14/2009 10:58 AM	Rate (0)
daga Gold Member Joined: 3/18/2009 Last visit: 12/6/2024 Posts: 306 Rating: (94)	It depends on the network card that you will use... Have a look at thisdiscussion. It should answer your question.

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Danielle Posts: 1275 Rating: (123)	Hi, That link determines which CP (communication processor) to get... Simatic Net is Siemens' communication software. You need Simatic Net for WinCC communication... and a you'll need Softnet license even to communicate with Siemens PLC's. When you purchase WinCC (as of v6.0 SP3) you receive a Softnet Lean license, which allows you to have up to 8 ethernet connections. Best regards, Danielle
Danielle Posts: 1275 Rating: (123)	Last edited by: Danielle at: 4/16/2009 3:35 PM
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