Siemens 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0 SIMATIC WinCC

Name: Siemens 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0 SIMATIC WinCC
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0
Price: 3495.00 EUR
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SKU: 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

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The Siemens 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0 is a software license package belonging to the SIMATIC WinCC (Windows Control Center) family, developed by Siemens for PC-based SCADA and HMI visualization. This part number corresponds to a WinCC Runtime or configuration software edition, designed to run on standard industrial PCs and operator stations within automation environments. It serves as the central visualization and supervisory control layer in Siemens-based automation architectures.

WinCC provides a comprehensive set of features including process visualization, alarm management, trend logging, recipe management, and reporting functions. It supports a wide range of communication interfaces including PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MPI, and OPC/OPC UA, enabling seamless integration with SIMATIC S7 PLCs and third-party controllers. The software offers scalable tag counts, redundancy options, and multi-client/server architectures, making it suitable for both small standalone installations and large distributed control systems.

The 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0 is typically deployed in industries such as manufacturing, process automation, water and wastewater treatment, energy management, and building automation. It is used on operator workstations, control room PCs, and industrial panel PCs where centralized monitoring and control of plant processes is required. Its compatibility with the broader Siemens TIA Portal and SIMATIC ecosystem makes it a standard choice for Siemens-based plant automation projects.

Technical Specifications

Product Family	SIMATIC WinCC
Software Type	SCADA / HMI Visualization Software
Platform	PC-based (Windows OS)
Communication Interfaces	PROFIBUS, PROFINET, MPI, OPC, OPC UA
PLC Compatibility	SIMATIC S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, S7-1500
Architecture Support	Single-station, Client/Server, Multi-client
Redundancy	Supported (server redundancy option)
Certifications	CE
License Type	Floating / Workstation License
Operating System	Microsoft Windows (industrial versions)

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 1000000: WinCC Runtime startup error — the runtime application failed to initialize correctly.
Check Windows Event Viewer for underlying OS errors. Verify that all WinCC components are correctly installed and that the license key is present and valid.
Event ID: 1001: Tag communication error — one or more process tags cannot be read from the connected PLC.
Verify the communication channel configuration, check network connectivity to the PLC, and confirm that the PLC program is running and the data blocks are accessible.
Event ID: 2501: License not found or license expired — WinCC Runtime cannot start due to a missing or invalid software license.
Insert the correct SIMATIC software license key (USB dongle or software license), or transfer the license using the Automation License Manager (ALM).
Event ID: 10000: Alarm logging system error — the alarm archive database could not be accessed or written to.
Check available disk space on the archive drive, verify SQL Server service is running, and ensure the WinCC project database is not corrupted.
Event ID: 3000: Redundancy switchover event — the active WinCC server has failed and the standby server has taken over.
Investigate the cause of the primary server failure, restore the primary server to operational state, and perform a manual switchover back once the issue is resolved.
Event ID: 112: Project open error — WinCC could not open the specified project file.
Verify the project path is correct and accessible, check file permissions, and ensure no other WinCC instance has the project locked open.
Event ID: 4: Database connection failure — WinCC cannot connect to the internal Microsoft SQL Server database.
Restart the SQL Server (WINCC) service via Windows Services, check that the SQL Server instance is properly installed, and verify that the WinCC project database files are intact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tag count or power tag limit for the 6AV6371-2BS08-0AJ0 license?

The exact tag count depends on the specific WinCC edition encoded in this part number. WinCC licenses are available in various power tag tiers (e.g., 128, 512, 2048, 65536 tags). Refer to the Siemens SIMATIC WinCC ordering data or the license documentation included with this part number to confirm the exact tag limit.

Is this WinCC software compatible with TIA Portal?

WinCC Runtime Professional is integrated within the TIA Portal engineering framework. Depending on the specific edition of this license, it may be used standalone or in conjunction with TIA Portal V13 and later versions.

What operating system is required to run this WinCC software?

SIMATIC WinCC requires a supported Microsoft Windows operating system, typically Windows 7 Professional/Ultimate (64-bit) or Windows 10 (64-bit) for more recent versions. The specific OS requirements depend on the WinCC version included in this package.

Does this license support OPC UA communication?

Yes, SIMATIC WinCC supports OPC UA as a communication interface, allowing data exchange with third-party systems and controllers that are OPC UA compliant.

Can WinCC be used with non-Siemens PLCs?

Yes, WinCC supports OPC and OPC UA standards, which allow communication with PLCs and controllers from other manufacturers. Direct channel drivers are primarily optimized for SIMATIC S7 controllers.

Troubleshooting

WinCC Runtime fails to start and displays a license error

Open the Siemens Automation License Manager (ALM) to check whether a valid WinCC license is installed or transferred to the PC. Verify the USB license dongle is connected if a hardware key is used.

Transfer or install the correct WinCC Runtime license using the Automation License Manager. If using a USB dongle, ensure it is recognized by the OS and the ALM software. Contact Siemens license support if the license appears corrupted.

Process tags show invalid or no values in WinCC Runtime

Check the communication channel status in WinCC Channel Diagnostics. Verify the PLC IP address or PROFIBUS address is correctly configured and that the PLC is in RUN mode and reachable on the network.

Correct the channel configuration in WinCC, restore network connectivity to the PLC, and restart the WinCC channel driver. Ensure firewall rules are not blocking SIMATIC communication ports.

WinCC project cannot be opened and returns a database error

Attempt to open the project and note the exact error message. Check whether the Microsoft SQL Server (WINCC) service is running in Windows Services. Verify the project folder is not read-only or corrupted.

Start the SQL Server (WINCC) service if it is stopped. If the database is corrupted, use the WinCC project duplicator or backup to restore a clean copy. Run the WinCC consistency check tool to identify and repair project errors.

Alarm logging stops recording new alarms in WinCC

Check available disk space on the drive where the WinCC archive is stored. Verify that the SQL Server service is running and that the alarm logging configuration in WinCC is active and not paused.

Free up disk space on the archive drive, restart the SQL Server service if necessary, and verify the alarm logging settings in the WinCC project. Adjust archive size limits or enable automatic archiving to prevent future overflow.

WinCC client cannot connect to the WinCC server in a client/server setup

Verify network connectivity between the client and server PCs. Check that the WinCC server project is running in Runtime mode and that the client is configured with the correct server name and project path.

Correct the server name and project path in the WinCC client configuration. Ensure Windows Firewall on the server allows WinCC communication ports. Verify that both client and server are on the same Windows domain or workgroup with appropriate user permissions.

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