Once the wizard completes, download the configuration to the drive by selecting Target system > Download to target system . The drive may temporarily disable its output during this process. After the download, the drive is ready for test operation.
After successful test operation, perform any necessary optimization procedures (e.g., automatic motor identification, speed controller tuning). Finally, save the project and back up the configuration to the drive's memory card for permanent storage.
: Ensure you download all parts (often split into multiple ZIP files). For a full install, the directory should contain folders like CD_1 , CD_2 , SSP_HELP , and SSP_FAMILY .
The installer automatically detects if you have SIMATIC STEP 7 installed. If so, it installs as an integrated tool; otherwise, it runs as a "STARTER Standalone" version.
On the SINAMICS STARTER page, scroll down to the "Download" section. Here, you should see a list of available software versions. Please note that Siemens currently only offers V5.4 SP2 HF1 (V5.4.2.1) and V5.4 HF2 (V5.4.0.2) for direct download on the official page. If you require a specific older subversion of V5.4, such as V5.4.0.1, you will need to contact Siemens technical support directly via a support request.
1024 x 768 minimum (1920 x 1080 recommended)
The V5.4 series began with in early 2020, followed quickly by V5.4 HF2 in May 2020. These versions were critical updates designed to support newer drive firmware and improve compatibility with SIMATIC STEP 7. By February 2021, Siemens released V5.4 SP2 HF1 , which introduced a major new feature: Application Integrity Monitoring to protect installation data from malware. 2. The Practical Reality
Step-by-step prompts simplify motor data entry, ramp-up times, and control modes.
It supports a vast array of drive families, including SINAMICS S120, S150, G130, G150, G120, G120P, and the older MICROMASTER series.
The V5.4 suite natively interfaces with a wide selection of Siemens drives:
Once installed, here is the typical workflow:
Once the wizard completes, download the configuration to the drive by selecting Target system > Download to target system . The drive may temporarily disable its output during this process. After the download, the drive is ready for test operation.
After successful test operation, perform any necessary optimization procedures (e.g., automatic motor identification, speed controller tuning). Finally, save the project and back up the configuration to the drive's memory card for permanent storage.
: Ensure you download all parts (often split into multiple ZIP files). For a full install, the directory should contain folders like CD_1 , CD_2 , SSP_HELP , and SSP_FAMILY . Sinamics Starter V5.4 Download
The installer automatically detects if you have SIMATIC STEP 7 installed. If so, it installs as an integrated tool; otherwise, it runs as a "STARTER Standalone" version.
On the SINAMICS STARTER page, scroll down to the "Download" section. Here, you should see a list of available software versions. Please note that Siemens currently only offers V5.4 SP2 HF1 (V5.4.2.1) and V5.4 HF2 (V5.4.0.2) for direct download on the official page. If you require a specific older subversion of V5.4, such as V5.4.0.1, you will need to contact Siemens technical support directly via a support request. Once the wizard completes, download the configuration to
1024 x 768 minimum (1920 x 1080 recommended)
The V5.4 series began with in early 2020, followed quickly by V5.4 HF2 in May 2020. These versions were critical updates designed to support newer drive firmware and improve compatibility with SIMATIC STEP 7. By February 2021, Siemens released V5.4 SP2 HF1 , which introduced a major new feature: Application Integrity Monitoring to protect installation data from malware. 2. The Practical Reality For a full install, the directory should contain
Step-by-step prompts simplify motor data entry, ramp-up times, and control modes.
It supports a vast array of drive families, including SINAMICS S120, S150, G130, G150, G120, G120P, and the older MICROMASTER series.
The V5.4 suite natively interfaces with a wide selection of Siemens drives:
Once installed, here is the typical workflow: