Option software in slot B too old

What does 1300 mean?

The software installed on the option card in slot B is outdated. This can lead to compatibility problems, missing functionalities, or unstable operation with the main drive software.

• The option card's firmware in Slot B has not been updated to match the requirements of the drive's recently updated main firmware.
• An older option card was installed into a drive with a newer main firmware without performing the necessary option firmware update.
• The drive's main firmware includes a compatibility check that flags option cards with firmware below a minimum required version.
• Previous attempt to update the option card firmware in Slot B failed or was incomplete.
• Corrupted firmware file used during a failed update attempt for the option card in Slot B.

Click steps to track your progress.

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   1. Identify the installed option card in Slot B and determine its current firmware version via the drive's LCP (e.g., P15-06).

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   2. Verify the compatibility matrix (e.g., from manufacturer website) for the drive's main firmware (P15-05) and the required option card firmware in Slot B.

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   3. Download the correct, updated firmware file for the option card in Slot B from the manufacturer's support portal.

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   4. Perform the firmware update procedure for the option card in Slot B using the designated software tool (e.g., MCT 10, USB-to-RS485 adapter) or SD card.

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   5. After updating, perform a power cycle of the drive and verify the new firmware version is correctly reported (e.g., P15-06).