Configuration Instructions

Appendix
Frequently asked questions
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'PACE-Net' devices are discovered by their unique MAC address and the station
ID.
Where can I get the latest software?
You can get the latest software from your Siemens contact.
What is WinPcap?
WinPcap is a low level network API, which allows fast access to the network
interface card. 'PACE-Design' uses this API to communicate with the participants in
the 'PACE-Net'.
How can I deactivate popups and system messages?
You will find detailed information in chapter Command line switches. 'Quiet Run'
can be toggled anytime by pressing <Alt> +<Q>.
Is it possible to run 'PACE-Design' as a service?
No. It is not possible to run the software as a service. Chapter Other parameters
describes how 'PACE-Design' can be started automatically when your system is
started.
Do I need a switch to connect to a device ('Auto MDI-X' feature)?
No. If the network interface in your computer can support the 'Auto MDI-X' feature,
you do not need an additional switch to connect to an individual 'PACE-Net' device.
Straight-through cables and Ethernet crossover cables can be used for 'Auto-
MDI X'.
I can't see all network participants.
The system may be protected. Go to menu 'Extras' > 'System Protection' and log in
to the system. Then start a System Scan.
Sometimes I receive 'Duplicate StationID' errors – what are
these?
Besides the MAC address, the StationID must be unique in the whole network. In
contrast to hardware devices, the machines running with 'PACE-Design' provide an
auto-assigning mechanism. If, for instance, two network trunks were connected
together or one machine doesn´t “see” other machines temporarily for any reason,
this error can occur.
How do I set a static StationID for my working machine?
Open the 'Basic Station Configuration' page and edit the 'Station ID' field. Note that
this procedure only works for the machine the user is working on. The field is given
per user.
How can I document my project?
The 'Printer' button in the 'System Tree' [➙ 29] area can be used to plot the whole
configuration for multiple devices.
How can I change the System Name of a Protected System?
Select the system via the main menu 'Extras' > 'System Protection' and click onto
the arrow on the right side. Then click on 'Change the System Name'.
I always get 'Members mismatch' for my protected system.
Each member device of a protected system knows the number of members in that
system. Click on 'Extras' > 'System Protection'. The first menu entries show errors
of protected systems. Click on the system you want to correct. If the problem
persists, then you may have an instable network or the number of members has
really changed, e.g., with mobile components.