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29.3 Detecting and loading firmware updates
HSCI components have their own firmware which must match the currently installed NC software
version. Every time the control is started, the NC software checks the firmware versions of the
individual HSCI components.
A firmware update may be required ...
îš„ when a hardware component was exchanged.
îš„ after an NC software update.
îš„ when a service pack was loaded.
Some firmware updates need to be confirmed by the technician before they are loaded, others are
loaded automatically.
Firmware update
with prior
confirmation
îš„ The firmware update is not loaded until the button Start update was pressed in the window
Firmware update required.
îš„ These firmware updates cannot be repeated after a loading attempt has failed (e.g. interruption
caused by power failure). The HSCI component requires servicing.
îš„ This can happen with MC, CC units, etc.
After startup, the control displays the following message: