Once the computer reboots, plug the SIMATIC PC Adapter USB A2 into the USB port. Windows XP should recognize it as "Siemens PC Adapter USB A2". 4. Configuring MPI/DP in STEP 7 (Windows XP)
The driver for the USB A2 adapter is generally included within the Siemens STEP 7 software installation. If you need to install it manually from the "PC Adapter USB A2 - Driver Disk" CD, follow these steps:
To ensure a clean installation and avoid driver conflicts on Windows XP, follow this ordered procedure. Step 1: Install the Supporting Siemens Software Simatic Pc Adapter Usb A2 Driver Windows Xp
The driver is useless without setting the correct logical connection in STEP 7.
Siemens Industry Support Site (Entry ID: 109476315) offers the necessary software package. Once the computer reboots, plug the SIMATIC PC
: After the reboot, plug the USB A2 Adapter into your PC. The Windows "Found New Hardware Wizard" should appear automatically. Finalize Hardware Wizard "Yes, this time only" for the Windows Update prompt and choose "Install the software automatically"
If you have installed other USB drivers previously, they might conflict. Open Device Manager and uninstall any "Unknown USB Device" or incorrectly installed SIMATIC devices, then scan for hardware changes. Check LEDs: The PC Adapter USB A2 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Configuring MPI/DP in STEP 7 (Windows XP) The
Once completed, click Finish. The hardware is now recognized. 4. Configuring the Adapter in STEP 7
Download the driver package from Siemens and extract the files to a known location (e.g., C:\Siemens\Drivers\PCA_USB_A2 ).