Managing Programs; Overview - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

Managing programs

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Overview

You can access programs at any time via the Program Manager for execution, editing,
copying, or renaming.
Programs that you no longer require can be deleted to release their storage space.
NOTICE
Possible interruption when executing from USB FlashDrive
Direct execution from a USB-FlashDrive is not recommended.
There is no protection against contact problems, falling out, breakage through knocking or
unintentional removal of the USB-FlashDrive during operation.
Disconnecting it during operation will result in the stopping of the machining and thus to the
workpiece being damaged.
Multiple clamping with ShopMill
With ShopMill, you can implement multiple clamping of identical or different workpieces with
optimization of the tool series.
Storage for programs
Possible storage locations are:
● NC
● Local drive
● Network drives
● USB drives
● V24
● FTP drives
Milling
Operating Manual, 03/2013, 6FC5398-7CP40-3BA1
Software options
Multiple clamping is only possible with ShopMill programs. You require the
"ShopTurn/ShopMill" option for this.
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