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Maintenance
13.4 Firmware update
From there, navigate to the specific type of module that you want to update. To continue,
click on the "Software downloads" link under "Support". Save the desired firmware update
files.
Figure 13-12 Selecting the software downloads
● Before installing the firmware update, ensure that the modules are not being used.
Additional requirement for fail-safe modules
Chec k the f irmware version for F-approval
When using a new firmware version, always check that the version is approved for use in
the respective module.
The attachments of the certificate
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/49368678/134200) for
SIMATIC Safety specify which firmware version is approved.
Options for the firmware update
There are the following options for performing a firmware update:
● Online in STEP 7 via Online & Diagnostics
● Online in STEP 7 via accessible devices (PROFINET)
● Via SIMATIC memory card (possible for CPU, display, and all centrally inserted modules)
● Via the integrated Web server
● Online via the SIMATIC Automation Tool
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