Siemens 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 SIMATIC WinCC

Name: Siemens 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 SIMATIC WinCC
Brand: Siemens
SKU: 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0
Price: 3495.00 EUR
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SKU: 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

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The Siemens 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 is a WinCC (Windows Control Center) runtime software license belonging to Siemens' SIMATIC HMI software family. This part number corresponds to a WinCC Runtime software package with a specific power tag count, designed to run on standard PC-based hardware or Siemens industrial PCs as a SCADA and HMI visualization platform. It provides process visualization, data acquisition, and operator control functionality for industrial automation systems.

WinCC Runtime software offers a comprehensive set of features including process value archiving, alarm and event management, trend displays, and report generation. The software supports OPC UA and OPC DA communication standards, as well as SIMATIC S7 protocol connectivity via MPI, PROFIBUS, and Industrial Ethernet interfaces. It includes a scripting environment based on VBScript and C for custom application development, and supports redundant server configurations for high-availability deployments. The tag-based licensing model scales from small installations to large plant-wide SCADA systems.

The 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 is used across a wide range of industries including automotive manufacturing, chemical processing, water and wastewater treatment, food and beverage production, and energy management. It is particularly suited for applications requiring centralized monitoring and control of distributed automation equipment, integration with Siemens SIMATIC S7 PLCs, and long-term process data archiving. Its compatibility with standard Windows operating systems allows deployment on both dedicated industrial PCs and standard server hardware.

Technical Specifications

Software Type	WinCC Runtime (SCADA/HMI Visualization)
Series/Product Family	SIMATIC WinCC
License Type	Single-user runtime license
Communication Interfaces	OPC UA, OPC DA, SIMATIC S7 (MPI, PROFIBUS, Industrial Ethernet)
Scripting Support	VBScript, ANSI C
Archiving	Process value archiving, alarm and event logging
Redundancy Support	Server redundancy supported
Operating System Compatibility	Microsoft Windows (32/64-bit, version per release requirements)
Certifications	CE
Series	SIMATIC WinCC V7

Common Error Codes & System Events

Event ID: 1000000: WinCC Runtime startup error — the runtime application failed to initialize correctly, often due to a licensing or configuration issue.
Check the WinCC license using the Automation License Manager. Verify that the correct license is installed and not expired. Restart the WinCC Runtime service.
Event ID: 1001: Tag communication error — one or more process tags cannot be read from the connected PLC or data source.
Verify the communication channel configuration in WinCC Explorer. Check network connectivity to the PLC, confirm correct IP address or MPI/PROFIBUS address, and verify the PLC is in RUN mode.
Event ID: 10000: Archive database error — the process value or alarm archive database is unavailable or corrupted.
Check the SQL Server service status. Verify available disk space on the archive drive. If the database is corrupted, restore from a backup or reinitialize the archive using WinCC Database Manager.
License Error: No valid WinCC Runtime license found or the licensed tag count has been exceeded.
Open the Siemens Automation License Manager, verify the installed license matches the required power tag count for the project. Transfer or upgrade the license as needed.
Channel Error: Communication channel to the SIMATIC S7 PLC is in fault state.
Check the logical device name and channel unit settings in WinCC. Verify the S7 connection parameters (rack, slot, IP address). Ensure the SIMATIC NET software is correctly installed and configured.
Redundancy Switchover Event: WinCC server redundancy switchover has occurred — the standby server has taken over from the master server.
Investigate the cause of the master server failure (network, hardware, or software fault). Restore the master server and perform a manual switchback after resolving the root cause.
OPC Connection Error: OPC DA or OPC UA server connection cannot be established or has been lost.
Verify the OPC server is running and accessible on the network. Check DCOM settings for OPC DA connections. For OPC UA, verify endpoint URL, security certificates, and firewall rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tag (power tag) count for the 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 license?

The 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 corresponds to a WinCC Runtime license with 128,000 power tags. This defines the maximum number of process variables that can be used simultaneously in the runtime project.

Is this a single-user or multi-user license?

This is a single-user WinCC Runtime license intended for operation on one PC or industrial PC. Multi-user or client-server configurations require additional client licenses.

Which WinCC version does this part number correspond to?

The 6AV6371-2BS18-0AJ0 part number is associated with the SIMATIC WinCC V7 product line. Compatibility with specific Windows OS versions depends on the exact WinCC V7 service pack installed.

Can WinCC Runtime communicate directly with SIMATIC S7-300 and S7-400 PLCs?

Yes, WinCC Runtime supports direct communication with SIMATIC S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, and S7-1500 PLCs via Industrial Ethernet (TCP/IP), MPI, and PROFIBUS using the SIMATIC S7 channel driver.

Does this software support OPC UA connectivity?

Yes, WinCC V7 Runtime includes an integrated OPC UA server and client, allowing data exchange with third-party systems and devices that support the OPC UA standard.

Troubleshooting

WinCC Runtime fails to start and displays a license error message

Open the Siemens Automation License Manager and check whether a valid WinCC Runtime license is present and assigned to the local computer. Verify the licensed tag count matches or exceeds the project requirements.

Transfer the correct license from a USB dongle or license storage medium using the Automation License Manager. If the license is missing or expired, contact Siemens for license recovery or upgrade.

Process tags show status 'Bad Quality' or no values are updating in the HMI screens

Check the WinCC channel diagnostics in WinCC Explorer under the communication channel. Verify the PLC is online and reachable via ping. Check the logical device name and connection parameters configured in the channel unit.

Correct the IP address, rack, or slot settings in the S7 channel configuration. Restart the WinCC channel driver. If using PROFIBUS or MPI, verify the SIMATIC NET configuration and adapter settings.

WinCC archive database is not recording process values or alarms

Check the status of the Microsoft SQL Server service on the WinCC server PC. Verify available disk space on the drive hosting the WinCC database. Review the WinCC system log for database-related error entries.

Restart the SQL Server service if it has stopped. Free up disk space if the drive is full. If the database is corrupted, use the WinCC Database Manager to repair or reinitialize the archive, then restore data from a backup if available.

WinCC project opens in configuration mode but Runtime cannot be activated

Check for conflicting WinCC processes in Windows Task Manager. Verify that the WinCC project is not already open on another computer in a single-user configuration. Review the WinCC event log for activation errors.

Terminate any orphaned WinCC Runtime or configuration processes. Ensure no other user has the project open. Reboot the PC if processes cannot be cleanly terminated, then reopen and activate the project.

OPC DA client cannot connect to the WinCC OPC server

Verify that the WinCC OPC server is enabled in the project settings. Check Windows DCOM settings to ensure the OPC client application has the necessary remote launch and access permissions. Confirm firewall rules allow DCOM traffic.

Configure DCOM permissions using dcomcnfg.exe to grant the OPC client user account the required launch, activation, and access rights. Disable or configure the Windows Firewall to allow DCOM communication on TCP port 135 and dynamic RPC ports.

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