Siemens 6AV6371-1HQ17-5CX0 SIMATIC WinCC

Name: Siemens 6AV6371-1HQ17-5CX0 SIMATIC WinCC
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV6371-1HQ17-5CX0
Price: 2495.00 EUR
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SKU: 6AV6371-1HQ17-5CX0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

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The Siemens 6AV6371-1HQ17-5CX0 is a WinCC (Windows Control Center) SCADA/HMI software package from Siemens, belonging to the SIMATIC WinCC product family. This part number corresponds to a WinCC Runtime or configuration software license, designed to provide visualization, monitoring, and control capabilities for industrial automation systems. It is a PC-based HMI solution that runs on standard Windows operating systems and integrates tightly with the Siemens SIMATIC automation environment.

The WinCC software offers a comprehensive set of features including process visualization, alarm management, trending, reporting, and historical data archiving. It supports a wide range of communication interfaces and drivers, enabling connectivity to SIMATIC S7 PLCs via MPI, PROFIBUS, and Industrial Ethernet (PROFINET), as well as OPC DA/UA for third-party system integration. The platform provides a scalable architecture, supporting configurations from single-station systems up to distributed multi-server client installations, with redundancy options available for high-availability applications. The software includes a powerful scripting environment (VBScript and C-Script) for custom automation logic within the HMI layer.

WinCC is widely deployed across process industries including chemical, pharmaceutical, water and wastewater, oil and gas, as well as discrete manufacturing sectors such as automotive assembly, food and beverage, and packaging. Its suitability for these applications stems from its robust data logging capabilities, compliance with industry standards for audit trails and electronic records, and its deep integration with the broader Siemens TIA Portal and SIMATIC ecosystem. The software is particularly valued in applications requiring centralized supervisory control over large and complex plant installations.

Technical Specifications

Software Platform	PC-based (Windows)
Product Family	SIMATIC WinCC
Software Type	SCADA / HMI Visualization Software
Communication Interfaces	MPI, PROFIBUS, PROFINET/Industrial Ethernet, OPC DA, OPC UA
PLC Compatibility	SIMATIC S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, S7-1500
Scripting Support	VBScript, C-Script
Architecture	Single-station, multi-station, client-server, redundant server
Operating System	Microsoft Windows (32/64-bit)
Certifications	CE, UL
License Type	Runtime / Engineering software license
Integration	TIA Portal, SIMATIC IT, WinCC Options

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 1000000: WinCC Runtime startup error — the runtime system failed to initialize correctly, often due to a corrupted project or missing license.
Verify that a valid WinCC license is installed using the Siemens Automation License Manager. Check the WinCC diagnostic log for detailed error information and restore the project from a backup if corruption is suspected.
Event ID: 1001: Communication error to PLC — WinCC cannot establish or maintain a connection to the configured SIMATIC controller.
Check the physical network or PROFIBUS connection, verify the PLC IP address or MPI/DP address settings in the WinCC channel configuration, and confirm the PLC is in RUN mode.
Event ID: 10000: Tag logging error — the WinCC archive server failed to write process values to the historical database.
Check available disk space on the archive drive, verify SQL Server service is running, and review the WinCC Tag Logging configuration for invalid archive tags.
Event ID: 1152: License not found — no valid WinCC Runtime license was detected at startup.
Open the Siemens Automation License Manager, verify the correct license key is present and not expired, and ensure the license matches the configured PowerTag count and WinCC version.
Event ID: 2: Alarm logging system error — the alarm server could not start or encountered a fault during operation.
Check the WinCC alarm logging configuration for invalid entries, verify the SQL Server instance used by WinCC is running, and review Windows Event Viewer for related service errors.
Event ID: 112: Disk space critical — available disk space on the WinCC project or archive drive has fallen below the configured threshold.
Free disk space by archiving or deleting old WinCC backup files and logs. Adjust the WinCC archive size limits and configure automatic data backup to a network location.
Event ID: 1003: OPC server connection failure — WinCC OPC client channel cannot connect to the configured OPC DA or OPC UA server.
Verify the OPC server is running and accessible on the network. Check DCOM settings for OPC DA connections, or verify OPC UA endpoint URL and certificate trust settings for OPC UA connections.
Event ID: 500: Project consistency error — the WinCC project database is inconsistent, possibly due to an improper shutdown or file system error.
Run the WinCC project consistency check tool from the WinCC Explorer. If errors persist, restore the project from the most recent valid backup and check the underlying file system for errors using Windows CHKDSK.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between WinCC Runtime and WinCC Engineering (configuration) software?

WinCC Engineering software is used to create and configure HMI projects, while WinCC Runtime is the execution environment that runs the configured project on the operator station. Both components are typically required for a complete installation, and separate licenses apply to each.

Which SIMATIC PLCs are compatible with this WinCC software?

WinCC supports communication with the full range of SIMATIC S7 controllers including S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, and S7-1500 series PLCs via PROFIBUS, MPI, or PROFINET/Industrial Ethernet using the appropriate channel drivers.

Does WinCC support OPC UA for third-party system integration?

Yes, WinCC includes OPC UA client and server functionality, allowing data exchange with third-party automation systems, MES, and ERP platforms that support the OPC UA standard.

What operating systems are supported by SIMATIC WinCC?

SIMATIC WinCC is designed to run on Microsoft Windows operating systems. Supported versions depend on the specific WinCC release; generally Windows 10 (64-bit) and Windows Server editions are supported for current versions.

Can WinCC be integrated with the Siemens TIA Portal engineering environment?

Yes, WinCC is available as a TIA Portal-integrated option (WinCC in TIA Portal), allowing unified engineering of PLC and HMI projects within a single framework, simplifying tag sharing and project management.

Troubleshooting

WinCC Runtime fails to start and displays a license error

Open the Siemens Automation License Manager and check whether a valid WinCC Runtime license is present, not expired, and matches the configured PowerTag count and WinCC version number.

Transfer or activate the correct WinCC Runtime license using the Automation License Manager. If using a USB dongle, ensure it is properly connected. Contact Siemens license support if the license key is lost or corrupted.

No communication between WinCC and the SIMATIC PLC — all tags show error status

Check the WinCC channel diagnostics in WinCC Explorer under the channel unit. Verify the PLC IP address, subnet configuration, and that the PC network adapter is correctly configured. Use the SIMATIC NET diagnostic tools to test connectivity.

Correct the channel configuration in WinCC with the proper PLC address and connection parameters. Ensure the PC firewall is not blocking SIMATIC communication ports, and verify the PLC is powered and in RUN mode.

WinCC archive database grows excessively large and disk space runs low

Review the WinCC Tag Logging and Alarm Logging configuration for archive cycle times and retention periods. Check whether automatic backup and segmentation of archives is configured.

Reduce archive retention periods or increase the backup frequency to offload historical data. Enable automatic archive backup to a network drive and configure WinCC to delete old archive segments after successful backup.

WinCC project opens with consistency errors after an unexpected PC shutdown

Run the WinCC project consistency check available in WinCC Explorer. Review the Windows Event Viewer and WinCC diagnostic log for specific database or file system errors that occurred during the unclean shutdown.

Use the WinCC consistency check tool to repair minor project errors. For severe database corruption, restore the project from the most recent backup. Configure a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) to prevent future unclean shutdowns.

Alarm messages are not being logged or displayed in WinCC Runtime

Check that the WinCC Alarm Logging server is running in the WinCC Runtime. Verify that the alarm tags are correctly connected to PLC data blocks and that the alarm logging configuration has been compiled and downloaded to the Runtime.

Restart the WinCC Alarm Logging server from the WinCC Runtime Manager. Recompile the alarm logging configuration in WinCC Explorer and verify that the SQL Server instance used by WinCC is running and accessible.

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