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Connect STARTER commissioning tool

Connect a PC with Siemens STARTER software to the X124 service port on the S120 Control Unit. Establish online connection and go online with the project to access drive diagnostics.

Ensure only qualified personnel access drive parameters. Incorrect drive configuration can cause machine damage.

Compare topology configuration

In STARTER, navigate to Drive Object > Topology view. Compare the configured DRIVE-CLiQ device list against the physical installation. Note device at position %1 specifically and verify article number matches installed hardware.

Use the topology overview graphic in STARTER to visually trace DRIVE-CLiQ connections from Control Unit through Terminal Modules to Sensor/Motor Modules.

Perform topology scan

In STARTER, execute 'Topology > Scan for topology' to automatically detect all physically connected DRIVE-CLiQ devices. Compare scan results with configured topology and note any differences at device position indicated in alarm.

Save topology scan results as reference documentation before making configuration changes.

Update topology configuration

If scan reveals different device at alarm position, update topology configuration in STARTER by deleting old device entry and inserting correct device type. Download updated configuration to Control Unit and perform drive power cycle.

Always create backup of working drive parameters before modifying topology configuration.

Verify alarm clearance

After power cycle, monitor startup sequence at TNC control. Alarm 235-0064 should not reappear if topology now matches physical installation. Verify all axes respond correctly in manual mode.

Check TNC error log (MOD > Service > Error Messages) to confirm no additional DRIVE-CLiQ communication errors during startup.

Identify physical device location

Using DRIVE-CLiQ topology documentation or STARTER topology view, identify the physical component corresponding to device position %1. Note component type (TM, SMC, Motor Module) and location in cabinet.

Power down machine at main disconnect before inspecting drive cabinet components.

Inspect component LEDs

Examine LED status indicators on suspected DRIVE-CLiQ component. Normal operation shows green RDY LED steady on. Red fault LED, no LED illumination, or flashing patterns indicate component failure. Document LED patterns observed.

Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ components have standardized LED diagnostics: RDY green steady = OK, RDY green flashing = communication active, red fault LED = internal error.

Check component cable connections

Verify DRIVE-CLiQ cables are fully seated in both IN and OUT ports on suspected component. Check cable retention clips engaged properly. Inspect cable jacket and connector housings for damage or contamination.

DRIVE-CLiQ uses direction-specific communication. Always trace signal path from Control Unit through each component following IN to OUT port routing.

Swap component for testing

If available, swap suspected failed component with known good identical component. Update device article number in STARTER topology if replacement has different part number. Power cycle and verify alarm status.

Ensure replacement component firmware version is compatible with S120 Control Unit firmware version to prevent compatibility alarms.

Perform component reset

In STARTER diagnostics for the device at position %1, perform 'Reset to factory defaults' followed by 'Load configuration data'. This re-initializes component firmware and identification data. Download configuration and power cycle.

Component reset only works if device can be addressed by STARTER. If device is completely unresponsive, hardware replacement is required.