Siemens 6AV6371-2BN18-0AX0 WinCC flexible 2008

Name: Siemens 6AV6371-2BN18-0AX0 WinCC flexible 2008
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV6371-2BN18-0AX0
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SKU: 6AV6371-2BN18-0AX0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

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The Siemens 6AV6371-2BN18-0AX0 is a software license for WinCC flexible 2008 Standard, part of Siemens' WinCC flexible engineering software family. This product provides a PC-based SCADA and HMI configuration environment used to create, commission, and maintain visualization projects for Siemens HMI panels and operator interfaces. It is a full engineering package designed for mid-range to advanced HMI applications within the Siemens automation ecosystem.

WinCC flexible 2008 Standard supports configuration of a wide range of Siemens HMI devices including the OP, TP, MP, and Mobile Panel series. The software provides tools for screen design, alarm management, recipe handling, trend displays, and user administration. It integrates directly with STEP 7 for seamless PLC-HMI project coordination and supports communication via PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MPI, and Ethernet interfaces. The Standard edition supports projects with up to 2048 process tags and includes runtime simulation capabilities for offline testing.

This engineering software is used across manufacturing, process automation, machine building, and plant engineering industries wherever Siemens HMI panels are deployed. It is particularly suited for OEMs and system integrators developing operator interfaces for packaging machines, conveyor systems, press lines, and general industrial machinery. The tight integration with Siemens TIA Portal predecessor tools makes it a standard choice for projects built on S7-300 and S7-400 PLC platforms.

Technical Specifications

Software Version	WinCC flexible 2008 Standard
License Type	Single-user license
Supported HMI Devices	OP, TP, MP, Mobile Panel series (Siemens)
Maximum Process Tags	2048
PLC Integration	STEP 7 (S7-300, S7-400, S7-200)
Communication Interfaces	PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MPI, Ethernet
Operating System	Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
Runtime Simulation	Included (offline project simulation)
Alarm Management	Supported
Recipe Management	Supported
Trend Display	Supported
User Administration	Supported
Language Support	Multilingual project configuration
Media	DVD with license key

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 1000: Application error during WinCC flexible startup, typically caused by corrupted installation files or missing runtime components.
Repair or reinstall the WinCC flexible 2008 software. Ensure all prerequisites such as Microsoft .NET Framework and SQL Server components are correctly installed.
Event ID: 1001: License not found or license key invalid. The software cannot verify a valid single-user license on the current machine.
Check that the license dongle or software license is correctly installed using the Siemens Automation License Manager (ALM). Transfer or reactivate the license as required.
Event ID: 2000: Project compilation error. One or more screens or tags contain configuration errors preventing successful project build.
Review the output log in the compiler window, correct all flagged configuration errors in screens, tags, or connections, then recompile the project.
Event ID: 3000: Communication connection to PLC could not be established during simulation or transfer.
Verify PLC connection settings including IP address, MPI address, or PROFIBUS address. Check physical cable connections and ensure the PLC is in RUN or STOP mode and reachable.
Event ID: 4000: Project transfer to HMI device failed. The target device may be unreachable or incompatible with the project configuration.
Confirm the HMI device is powered on and connected via the correct interface. Verify the target device type in the project matches the physical hardware and retry the transfer.
Event ID: 5000: Tag limit exceeded. The number of configured process tags in the project exceeds the maximum allowed by the Standard license.
Reduce the number of process tags to within the 2048 tag limit for the Standard edition, or upgrade to WinCC flexible 2008 Advanced for a higher tag count.
Event ID: 6000: Screen object property error. An object on an HMI screen references a tag or function that does not exist or has been deleted.
Open the affected screen, identify the object with the broken reference using the cross-reference tool, and reassign a valid tag or remove the object.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Siemens HMI panels are supported by WinCC flexible 2008 Standard?

WinCC flexible 2008 Standard supports a wide range of Siemens HMI devices including the OP 77, TP 177, MP 277, MP 377, and Mobile Panel 177 series, among others. The specific device list is confirmed during project creation within the software.

Can WinCC flexible 2008 Standard be integrated with STEP 7?

Yes, WinCC flexible 2008 Standard integrates directly with Siemens STEP 7, allowing shared tag databases and coordinated project management between PLC and HMI configurations.

What is the maximum number of process tags supported in this Standard edition?

The Standard edition supports up to 2048 process tags per project. For larger projects requiring more tags, the Advanced or Audit editions of WinCC flexible 2008 are required.

Is runtime simulation included with this software license?

Yes, WinCC flexible 2008 Standard includes a built-in runtime simulator that allows offline testing of HMI projects on the engineering PC without requiring a physical HMI device.

Is this software compatible with Windows 10?

WinCC flexible 2008 was designed for Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7. It is not officially supported on Windows 10 or later operating systems. For modern OS compatibility, Siemens recommends migrating to TIA Portal with WinCC.

Troubleshooting

WinCC flexible 2008 fails to start after installation

Check Windows Event Viewer for application errors. Verify that all prerequisite software components including Microsoft .NET Framework and SQL Server 2005 Express are correctly installed.

Repair the installation via the setup media, ensuring all prerequisites are installed first. If the issue persists, perform a clean uninstall using the Siemens uninstall tool and reinstall the software.

Automation License Manager does not detect a valid license

Open the Siemens Automation License Manager and check whether the license for WinCC flexible 2008 Standard is listed and shows a valid status. Determine if the license is stored on a USB dongle or as a software license on the hard drive.

If using a USB dongle, ensure it is properly connected and drivers are installed. If using a software license, use the ALM to transfer or reactivate the license. Contact Siemens license support if the license key is corrupted.

Project compilation fails with multiple errors

Review the compiler output window for specific error messages referencing screens, tags, or connections. Use the cross-reference tool to identify broken tag links or missing communication connections.

Correct all flagged errors systematically starting with connection and tag configuration errors before addressing screen-level issues. Recompile after each batch of corrections to track progress.

Transfer of project to HMI panel fails or times out

Verify the physical connection between the engineering PC and the HMI panel using the correct cable (USB, Ethernet, or MPI/PROFIBUS adapter). Check that the HMI panel is in transfer mode and the correct communication channel is selected in the transfer settings.

Restart the HMI panel into transfer mode manually if required. Confirm IP address or bus address settings match the project configuration. Try an alternative cable or communication interface if the issue persists.

Existing WinCC flexible project cannot be opened after software reinstallation

Check the software version of the project file against the installed version of WinCC flexible. Projects created in newer versions cannot be opened in older versions, and older projects may require migration.

Use the WinCC flexible migration wizard to upgrade older projects. If the project was created in the same version, repair the software installation and attempt to open the project again. Back up project files before any migration attempt.

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