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Access Hardware Configuration

Navigate to MOD > System > Configuration > Hardware and check the current HSCI device configuration against physically connected devices.

Document the current configuration before making changes

Verify HSCI Address Settings

Check that each HSCI device has unique addresses (typically 0-15) and verify the CfgHSCIDevice parameters match the physical setup.

Never assign duplicate HSCI addresses as this will cause communication failures

Update Hardware Expansion Options

Modify the CfgHardwareExpansion settings to include all connected HSCI devices with correct type definitions and serial numbers.

Use the automatic device detection feature if available in your TNC version

Perform System Restart

Execute a complete system restart to reinitialize the HSCI chain with the new configuration settings.

Physical HSCI Chain Inspection

Inspect all HSCI connections and identify any recently added devices or modules that may not be configured in the system.

Power down the system before disconnecting any HSCI devices

Compare Physical vs Configured Devices

Cross-reference the alarm message device information (Type, HSCI address, serial number) with the configured devices in MOD > System > Configuration.

The alarm message provides the exact HSCI address and serial number of the unconfigured device

Remove or Configure Extra Device

Either physically remove the unauthorized device or add it to the system configuration through CfgHSCIDevice parameters if it's a legitimate addition.

Check with machine manufacturer before removing any HSCI devices

Verify Device Type Parameters

Check the CfgHSCIDeviceType parameter for the reported device address matches the actual hardware model and specifications.

Consult the device documentation for correct type identification codes

Validate Serial Number Matching

Ensure the configured serial number in CfgHSCIDeviceSerialNumber matches the physical device serial number shown in the alarm.

Serial number mismatches can indicate hardware replacement without configuration updates

Update Device Configuration

Correct the device type and serial number parameters in the HSCI configuration to match the actual connected hardware.

Use the device identification function in diagnostics to auto-detect correct parameters

Test HSCI Communication

Verify proper communication by checking HSCI status in MOD > Diagnosis > HSCI after configuration changes.

Backup Current Configuration

Create a backup of current machine parameters through MOD > System > Configuration > Backup before making changes.

Always backup configuration data before attempting repairs

Restore HSCI Configuration

Restore HSCI-related parameters from a known good backup or reset to factory defaults for the hardware expansion section.

Contact machine manufacturer for original HSCI configuration parameters if no backup exists

Reconfigure HSCI Devices

Manually reconfigure each HSCI device using the correct CfgHSCIDevice parameters, addresses, and device types.

Configure devices one at a time and test communication after each addition

Verify System Functionality

Test all HSCI-dependent functions including axis drives, I/O modules, and measurement systems to ensure proper operation.