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FAQ USB Transfer
USB Transfer
FAQ
USB Transfer
ID Number: 19142034
Table of Contents
Table of Contents......................................................................................................... 2
1 Safety Notices ...................................................................................... 3
2 Requirements for a Transfer via USB .................................................. 5
2.1 Released operator panels .................................................................... 6
3 Installing the USB Driver ...................................................................... 7
3.1 Requirement......................................................................................... 7
3.2 USB storage path: (Settings for MS Windows XP) .............................. 7
3.3 USB driver installation in Windows XP................................................. 7
3.4 USB driver installation in Windows 2000 ........................................... 11
4 Transfer via USB ................................................................................ 15
4.1 Transfer via USB in ProSave standalone........................................... 15
4.2 Transfer via USB in WinCC flexible ................................................... 18
5 Possible Error Messages and their Elimination ................................. 20
5.1 Possible error messages in WinCC flexible ....................................... 20
5.2 Possible error messages in ProSave ................................................. 21
5.3 Error recovery..................................................................................... 23
Copyright  Siemens AG 2007 All rights reserved
5.3.1 Checking connection and transfer setting .......................................... 23

5.3.2 Reconnecting operator panel and PC with the cable......................... 23
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5.3.3 Restarting operator panel................................................................... 23

5.3.4 Further possible errors: ...................................................................... 24
6 History ................................................................................................ 25
This entry is from the Internet offer of Siemens AG, Automation and Drives, Service
& Support. The link below takes you directly to the download page of this
document.
http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/19142034
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1 Safety Notices
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal
safety, as well as to prevent damage to property. The notices referring to your
personal safety are highlighted by a safety alert symbol, notices only referring to
property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
! DANGER indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper
precautions are not taken.
DANGER
WARNING indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if

! proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
! CAUTION with a safety alert symbol indicates that minor personal injury
can result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
CAUTION CAUTION without a safety alert symbol indicates that property damage can
result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE NOTICE indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the
corresponding information is not taken into account.
Note Indicates a possible advantage. Has the character of a Tip.
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If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the
highest degree of danger will be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a
safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property damage.
Qualified personnel:
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this
documentation. Commissioning and operation of a device/system must only be
performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes in this
documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to
commission, ground and label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with
established safety practices and standards.
Prescribed usage:
Note the following:
The device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog
! and the technical description and only in connection with the devices or
components from other manufacturers which have been approved or
WARNING
recommended by Siemens. Correct, reliable operation of the product
requires proper transport, storage, positioning and assembly as well as
careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
All names identified by ® are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The
remaining trademarks in this publication may be trademarks whose use by third
parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the owner.
Disclaimer of liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the
hardware and software described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we
cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the information in this publication is
reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent
editions.
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2 Requirements for a Transfer via USB

To successfully perform a transfer via USB, use one of the following tested USB
cables:
Table 2-1
Cable designation Item number Sales Picture
Lindy USB 2.0 Link 42954 http://www.lindy.de
Cable
Vivanco USB Link 22269 All common

Cable electrical retailers
(releases not under
Windows 7)
Belkin Easy F5U258ea All common

Transfer electrical retailers
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2.1 Released operator panels

The following operator panels have been released for transfer via USB:
 C7-636 TP TOUCH
 C7-636 OP KEY
 OP 77B
 Mobile Panel 277
 Mobile Panels Wireless
 TP 177B
 OP 177B
 TP 270
 OP 270
 TP 277
 OP 277
 MP 270B
 MP 277

MP 370
 MP 377
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3 Installing the USB Driver

To transfer data from a PC with ProSave / ProTool or WinCC flexible installation to
an operator panel using a USB host-to-host cable, you have to install an
appropriate USB driver on the PC.
Note Use exclusively the USB driver provided on the ProTool CD or WinCC flexible
CD/DVD since it is otherwise not possible to establish a connection to the
device.
The USB BULK driver has to be installed separately for each PC USB interface.
3.1 Requirement
 ProTool CD or WinCC flexible CD or
WinCC flexible DVD is available.
 The cable to be used is a USB host-to-host cable.

 The operator panel has a USB interface.
Note Depending on the WinCC flexible version you are using, the USB drivers are
provided on the second CD or DVD/CD_3.
3.2 USB storage path: (Settings for MS Windows XP)

ProTool V6.0 SP2 or SP3, CD:
CD Drive\Driver\USB\WinXP\
WinCC flexible 2004 and higher, CD 2/2:

CD Drive\Support\DeviceDriver\USB\WinXP\
WinCC flexible 2007 and higher, DVD:

DVD Drive\CD_3\Support\DeviceDriver\USB\WinXP\
3.3 USB driver installation in Windows XP

1. Insert the ProTool CD or the WinCC flexible CD 2/2 in the CD drive or, for
WinCC flexible 2007 and higher, insert the DVD in the DVD drive.
2. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the USB port of the PC. Do not connect
the operator panel on the other end until the driver is completely installed on
the PC.
3. In Windows XP, the USB cable is automatically detected by the automatic
hardware detection.
The “Found New Hardware Wizard” is started automatically.
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In the wizard, do not select “Install the software automatically”!

Select the “Install from a list or specific location” option.
Click on “Next” to confirm the selection and to continue with the installation.
Figure 3-1
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4. Check the “Search removable media” checkbox.

Figure 3-2
The CD / DVD is searched for the appropriate driver for the

USB host-to-host cable.
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5. The available driver is displayed and the “Wizard” automatically marks the
suitable driver.
Example:
“D:\Support\DeviceDriver\USB\WinXP\BULK255.inf” for Windows XP.
Check the selected driver and click on “Next”.
Figure 3-3
6. The "Hardware Installation" dialog box informs you that the found software has
not passed the Windows Logo testing.
In the "Hardware Installation" dialog box, click on "Continue Anyway". The
driver is installed.
Note The failed Logo test does not affect the USB driver function.
7. Click on “Finish”. The installation is finished.
The required driver for the USB host-to-host cable has been installed.
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3.4 USB driver installation in Windows 2000

1. Insert the ProTool CD or the WinCC flexible CD 2/2 in the CD drive or, for
WinCC flexible 2007 and higher, insert the DVD in the DVD drive.
2. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the USB port of the PC. Do not connect
the operator panel on the other end until the driver is completely installed on
the PC.
3. In Windows XP, the USB cable is automatically detected by the automatic
hardware detection.
The “Found New Hardware Wizard” is started automatically.
Select the “Search for a suitable driver for my device” option.
Figure 3-4
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4. Check the “CD-ROM drives” checkbox.

Figure 3-5
The CD / DVD is searched for the appropriate driver for the

USB host-to-host cable.
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5. The available driver is displayed and the “Wizard” automatically marks the
suitable driver.
Example:
“D:\Support\DeviceDriver\USB\WinXP\BULK255.inf” for Windows XP.
Check the selected driver and click on “Next”.
Figure 3-6
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6. In the next window, the suitable driver is displayed. Click on “Next” to continue
the driver installation.
Figure 3-7
7. Click on “Finish”. The installation is finished.
The required driver for the USB host-to-host cable has been installed.
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4 Transfer via USB

The following sections describe how you can perform a transfer via USB.
It is distinguished between a transfer starting from ProSave or WinCC flexible.
CAUTION Heat-related damage due to heating of the USB host-to-host cable.

When you connect a USB host-to-host cable to a configuration PC or an
operator panel for a longer period of time, the USB host-to-host cable may
heat up considerably and be damaged by the heat.
4.1 Transfer via USB in ProSave standalone

1. Use a USB host-to-host cable to connect the operator panel directly to the
configuration PC.
Note If the “Unidentified USB Device – Enter the name of the driver for this USB
device.” message is displayed on the operator panel, the cable is not suitable for
a transfer.
Use one of the USB host-to-host cables described in the “Requirements for a
Transfer via USB” chapter.
Do not use hubs, docking stations or similar components for a direct connection.
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2. In the operator panel’s control panel, parameterize the following settings:

– In the “Transfer Settings” dialog box in the Channel 2 section, select
“USB”.
– Activate “Enable Channel”.
– Confirm your entries with “OK”.
Figure 4-1
3. On the operator panel, set “Transfer Mode”.

4. Start ProSave on the configuration PC.
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5. In the “General” tab in the “Device type” section, select the

USB-capable operator panel.
6. In the “Connection” section, select “USB”.
Figure 4-2
7. Subsequently, you can use the tabs to select what you want to transfer.
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4.2 Transfer via USB in WinCC flexible

1. Use a USB host-to-host cable to connect the operator panel directly to the
configuration PC.
Note If the “Unidentified USB Device – Enter the name of the driver for this USB
device.” message is displayed on the operator panel, the cable is not suitable for
a transfer.
Use one of the USB host-to-host cables described in the “Requirements for a
Transfer via USB” chapter.
Do not use HUBs, docking stations or similar components for a direct
connection.
2. In the operator panel’s control panel, parameterize the following settings:

– In the “Transfer Settings” dialog box in the Channel 2 section, select
“USB”.
– Activate “Enable Channel”.
– Confirm your entries with “OK”.
Figure 4-3
3. Open your project in WinCC flexible.

4. In WinCC flexible in the “Project > Transfer” menu, select the “Transfer
Settings...” command.
5. Select your operator panel.
6. In the “Mode” section, select “USB”.
7. Click on “Transfer”. The project transfer is started.
Further transfer options are available in the “Project > Transfer” menu.
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5 Possible Error Messages and their

Elimination
5.1 Possible error messages in WinCC flexible
Figure 5-1
Figure 5-2
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Figure 5-3
5.2 Possible error messages in ProSave
Figure 5-4
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5.3 Error recovery

Test the remedies listed below in the shown order
5.3.1 Checking connection and transfer setting
1. Check the transfer settings on the operator panel.

Ensure that USB is selected in “Channel 2”.
2. Check the cable connection and make sure that both sides are connected.
3. Start the transfer.
5.3.2 Reconnecting operator panel and PC with the cable
1. Remove the USB host-to-host cable from the configuration PC and from the
operator panel.
2. Wait at least 10 seconds.
3. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the operator panel.
4. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the configuration PC.

5.3.3 Restarting operator panel
1. Remove the USB host-to-host cable from the configuration PC and from the
operator panel.
2. Switch off the operator panel.
3. In the event of unusual heating, let the operator panel cool down to the
operating temperature.
4. Start the operator panel.
5. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the operator panel.
6. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the configuration PC.
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5.3.4 Further possible errors:
 The operator panel is defective

– Try the transfer with another operator panel. If the transfer has been
successful, the previous operator panel is probably defective.
 The USB host-to-host cable is overheated
– If the USB host-to-host has already worked, the cable electronics is
probably overheated. Remove the cable from the operator panel and from
the configuration PC and let the cable cool down.
 The USB host-to-host cable is defective
– The USB host-to-host cable is probably defective
Replace the defective cable by a new cable. Please observe the released
USB host-to-host cables in “Requirements for the Transfer via USB”.
Note If an error cannot be handled despite the options shown here, please contact
A&D Customer Support:
Telephone: +49 (0) 180 5050 222

Internet: www.siemens.com/automation/service&support
Support Request: www.siemens.com/automation/support-request
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6 History
Table 6-1 History
Version Date Modification
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5.3.1 Checking connection and transfer setting .......................................... 23

5.3.3 Restarting operator panel................................................................... 23

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WARNING indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if

Note Indicates a possible advantage. Has the character of a Tip.

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2 Requirements for a Transfer via USB

Vivanco USB Link 22269 All common

Belkin Easy F5U258ea All common

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2.1 Released operator panels

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3 Installing the USB Driver

 The cable to be used is a USB host-to-host cable.

3.2 USB storage path: (Settings for MS Windows XP)

WinCC flexible 2004 and higher, CD 2/2:

WinCC flexible 2007 and higher, DVD:

3.3 USB driver installation in Windows XP

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In the wizard, do not select “Install the software automatically”!

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4. Check the “Search removable media” checkbox.

The CD / DVD is searched for the appropriate driver for the

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7. Click on “Finish”. The installation is finished.

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3.4 USB driver installation in Windows 2000

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4. Check the “CD-ROM drives” checkbox.

The CD / DVD is searched for the appropriate driver for the

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7. Click on “Finish”. The installation is finished.

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4 Transfer via USB

CAUTION Heat-related damage due to heating of the USB host-to-host cable.

4.1 Transfer via USB in ProSave standalone

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2. In the operator panel’s control panel, parameterize the following settings:

3. On the operator panel, set “Transfer Mode”.

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5. In the “General” tab in the “Device type” section, select the

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4.2 Transfer via USB in WinCC flexible

2. In the operator panel’s control panel, parameterize the following settings:

– Confirm your entries with “OK”.

3. Open your project in WinCC flexible.

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5 Possible Error Messages and their

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5.2 Possible error messages in ProSave

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5.3 Error recovery

5.3.1 Checking connection and transfer setting

1. Check the transfer settings on the operator panel.

5.3.2 Reconnecting operator panel and PC with the cable

4. Connect the USB host-to-host cable to the configuration PC.

5.3.3 Restarting operator panel