Technical data

Appendix
CPU 317T: Technology Functions
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A.2 FAQs, Tips & Tricks
A.2.1 How to use the new performance features for older Technology
CPUs
Query:
How to use the performance features described is found in
"What's new in S7-Technology V2.0."
Answer:
Measures to be taken in order to allow the use of the new performance features in
older Technology CPUs:
• Upgrade of the Technology CPU firmware at least to V2.3.
• Upgrade of the firmware of the integrated technology at least to V3.1.
• Convert the technology.
• Create new technology DBs.
• Download the new user program, HW configuration, technology and the
firmware of the integrated technology to the Technology CPU.
Note the different HW versions of CPU 317T. The HW versions differ in the
memory configuration of the integrated technology. For further information, refer to
the CPU Data:CPU 317T-2 DP manual, chapter 6.6 "Memory in the integrated
technology of the CPU".
Caution
Create a backup copy of your project data before you start the upgrade.
Carry out the checks and tasks described below, according to the given step
sequence.