ways to backup Powerfles drive parameters

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I am backing up Powerflex 70EC, 525, 7xx drive parameters. I am creating Connected Components Workbench project for each machine we have. The CCW project includes all the parameters for the Powerflex drives for that machine. I am also copying device parameters to HIMs.

We do have PLC programs that have Powerflex parameters correlated.

Now, here is my question. Is there another way to backup the Powerflex parameters (Other than using CCW, RSLogix, HIM)?
 
You can use DriveExecutive for all the drives except the 520 series, but it is a paid for software that is outdated since CCW was released.

I guess you other option if you don't want to use CCW, Logix, or the HIM is to keep a printed list of all the parameters.
 
You can use DriveExecutive for all the drives except the 520 series, but it is a paid for software that is outdated since CCW was released.

I guess you other option if you don't want to use CCW, Logix, or the HIM is to keep a printed list of all the parameters.

Thanks for the reply. I do have DriveBrowser.

Say, what is the best way to backup Powerflex that is connected via Controlnet? I mean, other than HIM Copycat? Does CCW support Controlnet?
 
Thanks for the reply. I do have DriveBrowser.

Say, what is the best way to backup Powerflex that is connected via Controlnet? I mean, other than HIM Copycat? Does CCW support Controlnet?

DriveBrowser does not support parameter data file storage; DriveExecutive does.

Yes, CCW supports ControlNet; you could connect and Upload/Download to/from/to any ControlNet networked VFD.
 
DriveBrowser does not support parameter data file storage; DriveExecutive does.

Yes, CCW supports ControlNet; you could connect and Upload/Download to/from/to any ControlNet networked VFD.

So, in CCW under Comm, do I choose the 1784-PCIC(S) driver? But my computer is connected via Ethernet to the Controllogix5000 via Ethernet switch. The Controllogix has the Controlnet card which connects the Powerflex.

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I would get a copy of drive executive.
get connected and save your work
then save the file as a text file as additional safety measure.

we use drive executive here to download parameters into a new drive if a drive dies. 6 so far in 5 years.

time saving.

james
 
Your drive is connected to a ControlNet network which is 'bridged" to the Logix system via a 1756-CNB module.

You are connected to the Logix system via a Ethernet network subnet 'bridged' by a 1756-ENB(2,3)T module serviced by said Ethernet switch.

You will need to 'drill-down' to the CNet bridge using an Ethernet/IP RSLinx driver and then point to the respective VFD CNet node.
 
I would get a copy of drive executive.
get connected and save your work
then save the file as a text file as additional safety measure.

we use drive executive here to download parameters into a new drive if a drive dies. 6 so far in 5 years.

time saving.

james
Thanks for the info. What is the advantage of Executive over CCW?
 
Your drive is connected to a ControlNet network which is 'bridged" to the Logix system via a 1756-CNB module.

You are connected to the Logix system via a Ethernet network subnet 'bridged' by a 1756-ENB(2,3)T module serviced by said Ethernet switch.

You will need to 'drill-down' to the CNet bridge using an Ethernet/IP RSLinx driver and then point to the respective VFD CNet node.

I will try that. I hope the 1784-PCIC(S)... is the right driver. Thanks for the great info.
 
I will try that. I hope the 1784-PCIC(S)... is the right driver. Thanks for the great info.

If your PC is connected directly to the CNet network via a 1784-PCIC interface then use the the 1784-PCIC(S) RSLinx driver.

If your PC is connected to a Logix Ethernet subnet, you could still drill into the CNet network using a EtherNet/IP driver.
 
I only recently started using the ADC function within my connected drives. Does the ADC function work, for PowerFlex drives connected by CNet?
Due to having a limited knowledgeable staff, I'm thinking ADC might be the way we move forward to make drive replacements easier.
 
I only recently started using the ADC function within my connected drives. Does the ADC function work, for PowerFlex drives connected by CNet?
Due to having a limited knowledgeable staff, I'm thinking ADC might be the way we move forward to make drive replacements easier.

I always wondered about this too. But I am sure you get lot more replies if you made this question a new posting. I look forward to learning more about the ADC.
 
I only recently started using the ADC function within my connected drives. Does the ADC function work, for PowerFlex drives connected by CNet?
Due to having a limited knowledgeable staff, I'm thinking ADC might be the way we move forward to make drive replacements easier.

Unfortunately, the ADC (Automatic Device Configuration) feature is deployable only over EtherNet/IP on systems at Rev.20 and newer; moreover, it applies only to PF755s Rev.4.01 and newer, PF753s with 20-750-ENETR EtherNet/IP communications modules and PF525s; ADC requires Stratix 5700, 6000 or 8000 series switching for the VFD ADC subnet.
 
Unfortunately, the ADC (Automatic Device Configuration) feature is deployable only over EtherNet/IP on systems at Rev.20 and newer; moreover, it applies only to PF755s Rev.4.01 and newer, PF753s with 20-750-ENETR EtherNet/IP communications modules and PF525s; ADC requires Stratix 5700, 6000 or 8000 series switching for the VFD ADC subnet.
All true, but in a few projects I have done, it was worth changing a few of the components to get there, because from the end user standpoint, it removed the need for a user technician to be capable of loading files using a laptop.

For those unfamiliar with ADC, the Control or Compact Logix processor (not MicroLogix) with an SD memory card will store all of the configuration and parameter programming of a PF750 or PF520 series drive. If the drive is swapped out, the Stratix switch reloads the IP address, then when the CLX can see it, it checks the firmware in the drive and makes it match what the CLX is looking for, then when the firmware matches, it reloads the programming and configuration, all automatically with no user intervention.

Perfect for that third shift technician that can't spell VFD... because if a drive goes down, he only needs to handle 3 wires in, 3 wires out and plugging in the RJ45 connector. The problem a lot of companies are having now is that the older more experienced technicians are retiring, but companies won't bring their replacements in soon enough to work along side them to learn from them. I have one big end user who's management will not hire replacements until AFTER the existing tech is already gone! New hires are at a severe disadvantage when they arrive, it takes a while for them to get up to speed, but meanwhile, stuff stiill needs to be maintained.
 
with drive executive, we store the parameters to the hard drive.
we then place the files on the plant network in designated folders that have a meaning to everyone.
that way, any shift electrician can replace the drive if the unit fails and they know where the parameters are.

james
 

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