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WinCC flexible 2008 SP5

Installation instructions WinCC
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Table of contents

1 Installation....................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Installing WinCC flexible..........................................................................................................5
1.1.1 Security information.................................................................................................................5
1.1.2 System requirements...............................................................................................................7
1.1.3 Installation overview.................................................................................................................9
1.1.4 Components...........................................................................................................................12
1.1.5 Installing WinCC flexible........................................................................................................14
1.1.6 Virus scanner.........................................................................................................................15
1.1.7 Installing License Keys and options.......................................................................................17
1.1.8 Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................19
1.2 Modifying the WinCC flexible installation...............................................................................20
1.3 Options and Powerpack.........................................................................................................21
1.3.1 Available options....................................................................................................................21
1.3.2 Installing and uninstalling options..........................................................................................22
1.3.3 Powerpack.............................................................................................................................23
1.3.4 Installing a Powerpack...........................................................................................................24
1.4 Licenses.................................................................................................................................25
1.4.1 License Keys and Authorizations...........................................................................................25
1.4.2 License types.........................................................................................................................26
1.4.3 Licensing of WinCC flexible Engineering System..................................................................27
1.4.4 Requesting License Keys from a license server....................................................................28
1.4.5 Licensing WinCC flexible Runtime on PC-based HMI devices..............................................29
1.4.6 Licensing of HMI devices.......................................................................................................30
1.4.7 Working with License Keys and Authorizations.....................................................................33
1.4.8 Automation License Manager................................................................................................36
1.5 Uninstalling WinCC flexible....................................................................................................38
1.5.1 Uninstalling WinCC flexible and components........................................................................38
1.5.2 Uninstalling License Keys and options...................................................................................40
Index...........................................................................................................................................................43

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1.1.1 Security information

Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, solutions, machines, equipment and/or networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions only form one element of such a concept.
Customer is responsible to prevent unauthorized access to its plants, systems, machines and
networks. Systems, machines and components should only be connected to the enterprise
network or the Internet if and to the extent necessary and with appropriate security measures
(e.g. use of firewalls and network segmentation) in place.
Additionally, Siemens’ guidance on appropriate security measures should be taken into
account. You can find more information about industrial security on the Internet at:
http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure.
Siemens strongly recommends to apply product updates as soon as available and to always
use the latest product versions. Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and
failure to apply latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed under:
http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)

Communication via Ethernet

With Ethernet-based communication, the end user is responsible for the security of his data
network. Proper functioning of the data network cannot be guaranteed under all circumstances,
for example, in case of targeted attacks that result in an overload of the device.

Network settings
The following table shows the network settings of the respective product that you require to
analyze the network security and to configure external firewalls:

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Name Port number Transport pro‐ Direction Function Description

tocol
Ethernet/IP 44818 TCP Outbound Ethernet/IP The Ethernet/
2222 UDP Inbound channel IP protocol is
Ethernet/IP used for con‐
channel nections with
Allen Bradley
controllers.
Modbus TCP 502 TCP Outbound Modbus TCP The Modbus
channel TCP protocol
is used for con‐
nections with
Schneider con‐
trollers.
RFC 1006 102 TCP Outbound S7 channel Communica‐
tion with SI‐
MATIC S7 con‐
trollers via
Ethernet/PRO‐
FINET.
Mitsubishi PLC 5002 TCP Outbound Mitsubishi MC The Mitsubishi
channel protocol is
used for con‐
nections with
Mitsubishi con‐
trollers.

Handling project files

Protect your project and Runtime files from unauthorized access. Zip the project and Runtime
files and set up a password for the ZIP file.
Only use project and Runtime files from reliable sources.

Remote transfer
Disable remote transfer for Panels when it is not required.

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1.1.2 System requirements

Introduction
Certain requirements concerning operating system and software configuration must be met
for the installation of WinCC flexible.

Note
WinCC flexible 2008 SP5 is not compatible with earlier versions of WinCC flexible.
Remove any previously installed versions of WinCC flexible prior to starting a new installation.

Note
WinCC flexible 2008 SP5 is generally enabled for operation in a domain or workgroup.
Note however that domain group policies and restrictions in the domains may prevent
installation. In this case, remove the computer from the domain before installing Microsoft
Message Queuing, Microsoft SQL Server and WinCC flexible. Log on to the computer
concerned locally with administrator rights. Carry out the installation. Following successful
installation, the WinCC flexible computer can be registered in the domain again. If the domain-
group policies and domain restrictions do not impair the installation, the computer must not be
removed from the domain during installation.
Note however that domain group policies and restrictions in the domain may also hinder
operation. If these restrictions cannot be overcome, operate the WinCC flexible computer in
a work group.
If necessary, contact the domain administrator.

WinCC flexible Engineering System

WinCC flexible supports all PC platforms compatible with the common IBM/AT format. In order
to work efficiently with WinCC flexible, you should adhere to the recommended values.
The following table shows the minimum software and hardware requirements for the
installation of WinCC flexible 2008 SP5.

Hardware/Software Requirement
Processor type Intel® Core™ i3-6100U 2.30 GHz
RAM 4 GB
Free hard disk space SATA with at least 8 GB storage space)

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Hardware/Software Requirement
Operating systems * Windows 7 (32-bit / 64-bit)
● Windows 7 Ultimate/Enterprise SP1
● Windows 7 Professional SP1
Windows 10 (64-bit)
● Windows 10 Professional
● Windows 10 Enterprise
● Windows 10 IoT LTSB Enterprise
● Windows 10 LTSB Enterprise
Screen resolution 1024 x 768
Network 100 megabits or more
Optical drive DVD-ROM
Software Microsoft .Net Framework 3.5
Microsoft .Net Framework 4.6.2

The recommendations for WinCC flexible Engineering refer especially to the Engineering PC
on which WinCC flexible projects can be processed integrated in STEP 7.
Opening several instances of WinCC flexible on your Engineering PC at the same time may
result in more demanding hardware requirements.
Set all performance schemes to unrestricted continuous operating mode if operating the
configuration PC as access point to the process (Panel PC with WinCC flexible Runtime).

Note
Asian user interface languages
Installation of Asian language support in Windows is prerequisite for installing an Asian user
interface language for WinCC flexible.

Recommended hardware
The following table shows the recommended hardware for the operation of SIMATIC WinCC
flexible.

Hardware Requirement
Computer SIMATIC Field PG M5 Advanced or higher (or comparable PC)
Processor Intel® Core™ i5-6440EQ (up to 3.4 GHz) or higher
RAM 16 GB or more (32 GB for large projects)
Hard disk SSD with at least 50 GB storage space available
Screen 15.6" full HD display (1920 x 1080 or higher)
Network 1 gigabit or more
Optical drive DL MULTISTANDARD DVD RW

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Supported security programs

The following security programs are compatible with WinCC flexible 2008 SP5:
● Virus scanner:
– Symantec Endpoint Protection
– Trend Micro Office Scan Corporate Edition
– McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
– Kaspersky Antivirus
– Windows Defender
– Qihoo "360 Total Security Essential"
● Encryption software:
– Microsoft Bitlocker
● Host-based intrusion detection system:
– McAfee Application Control

Security settings during the installation:

When you install WinCC flexible 2008 SP5, the security settings in your operating system are
changed.
During the installation a list appears showing you which security settings these are.
You need to confirm the changes to the security settings.

Do not change the Windows computer name

Do not change the Windows computer name after installing WinCC.
If you change the Windows computer name, you will need to remove and reinstall the SQL
Server.

See also
Installation overview (Page 9)
Installing License Keys and options (Page 17)
Troubleshooting (Page 19)

1.1.3 Installation overview

Introduction
This document describes the installation with the full version of WinCC flexible 2008 SP5.

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Requirements
● The requirements defined in the "System requirements" chapter must be met.
● Remove any previously installed versions of WinCC flexible including option packages prior
to starting a new installation. To locate all option packages, search all entries starting with
"SIMATIC WinCC flexible" under " Start > Settings > Control Panel > Software."

User rights required

You require administrator rights in order to install WinCC flexible and WinCC flexible Runtime.
You require simple user rights to operate WinCC flexible and WinCC flexible Runtime.

Select the WinCC flexible edition

During installation you do not differentiate between WinCC flexible Compact, Standard or
Advanced. Which edition of WinCC flexible you are operating depends on the license and,
with that, the installed license key.
You can migrate to a higher edition by installing the corresponding new license key.
WinCC flexible always starts with the license key of the highest edition if several license keys
are available. If necessary, uninstall the license key for the older edition.
If you wish to change to an earlier edition, install the license keys for the earlier edition. If
necessary, uninstall the license key for the higher edition.

Note
Requesting license keys from a license server
You cannot select the licensing scope of License Keys you requested from the license server.
You will be assigned the largest free license on the license server. You must therefore ensure
that the license server provide floating licenses of an appropriate size. WinCC flexible starts
without valid License Key if the requesting PC does not find a license.

Licenses
WinCC flexible Engineering System requires a valid license. Each license is represented by
a license key. The license key is installed on the respective system. You can install the license
keys either immediately or later on.
Install any WinCC flexible options you have purchased separately. You must install the
associated license keys for each option.
Detailed information is available
● In the Siemens Online Support under entry number: 27005215 (http://
support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/27005215)
● in the " Licenses " section
Use Automation License Manager to install the license keys.

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Installation overview
Select in which scope you wish to install the components:
● Typical installation
● Custom installation
You define which components are to be installed by running a custom setup.

User interface language of WinCC flexible ES

You can select the dialog language of the configuration interface in any setup.
You can select the following languages:
● European:
– German
– English
– French
– Italian
– Spanish
● Asian:
– Chinese
– Taiwanese
– Japanese
– Korean

Security updates
WinCC flexible Setup installs any missing operating system components which are required.
After having installed WinCC flexible, run "Microsoft Windows Update" to check for new
security patches.

See also
System requirements (Page 7)
Installing License Keys and options (Page 17)
License Keys and Authorizations (Page 25)
Working with License Keys and Authorizations (Page 33)

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1.1.4 Components

Components
WinCC flexible is a modular software package which contains the following components:
● WinCC flexible Engineering System
● WinCC flexible Integration:
Integrating WinCC flexible in STEP 7:
Configure and manage the SIMATIC visualization and automation components on a shared
platform. SIMATIC Manager of STEP 7 provides such a platform where certain
configuration tasks are automated.
Note
If STEP 7 is not installed, no integration takes place.
Integrating WinCC flexible in SIMOTION:
Configure and manage the SIMATIC visualization and SIMOTION automation components
using the central SIMOTION SCOUT platform. Certain configuration tasks will be
automated.
Note
If SIMOTION is not installed, no integration takes place.

Installation routines
Select one of the following setup routines when installing WinCC flexible:
● Typical installation
● Custom installation
The table below lists lists the particular components and their corresponding installation routine:

Typical installation Custom installation

WinCC flexible Yes Yes
WinCC flexible Integration Yes Configurable
in STEP 7
WinCC flexible Integration in SI‐ Yes Configurable
MOTION SCOUT
Libraries
● Graphics Yes Configurable
● System libraries Yes Configurable
Help system Yes Configurable
ProAgent No Configurable

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ProAgent
ProAgent is not installed or updated automatically when you run the WinCC flexible setup.
Remove any older version of ProAgent before you start installation.

Note
ProAgent is only supported in Windows 7.

Install ProAgent by taking the following actions:

● Start the setup of WinCC flexible.
● Select "Custom installation".
● Select "ProAgent".

Additional software components

You can add the following software components to your WinCC flexible Engineering System
installation:
● Runtime/Simulation
Runtime components for executing the project on the HMI device / Simulation components
for simulating the project on the configuration computer.
● Automation License Manager
Automation License Manager is used to handle the license keys.
● OPC-XML gateway
The OPC gateway handles communication between DCOM and XML.
● Help files:
Microsoft HTML help files for calling the Online Help system.

User interface and project languages

The user interface language is the language in which the menus and dialogs of the Engineering
System are displayed. Set up the English user interface for English configuration engineers.
The English engineer can then configure a project for the French language, for example. The
project and its configured objects are displayed in French language in runtime.
Optional GUI languages:
● Default: Setup language
● The user interface languages listed below are available for selection when installing
WinCC flexible CSA: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean,
Chinese, Taiwanese

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1.1.5 Installing WinCC flexible

Requirements
● The conditions described in the "System requirements" chapter must be fulfilled.
● All applications are closed.
● Remove any previously installed versions of WinCC flexible including option packages prior
to starting a new installation.

Note
We recommend that you do not operate any applications using up resources during installation
of WinCC flexible, such as virus scanners.

Note
Restart after Installation
Restart the computer if you are prompted to do so after installation of a program.

Procedure
1. Insert the product DVD.
Setup starts automatically. Double-click the file "Setup.exe" on the product DVD to run the
setup if it does not start automatically.
2. Select the setup language.
The dialog boxes are displayed in the setup language.
3. Open the product information in the next dialog box and read it carefully.
4. Read and accept the license agreement.
5. Select the user interface languages to be installed.
You can toggle the configuration interface between the selected languages.
6. To run the typical installation, select "Typical installation".
The status of each component is indicated by a small icon on its left side. You can view
additional information about these icons by clicking the "Help" button.
Note
Automation License Manager must be installed in order to be able to operate WinCC flexible.

7. To run the custom installation, select "Custom installation".

8. Select the required components. Individual components require a license.
9. A dialog box opens. The dialog indicates which system settings will be changed on your
computer.

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10.Accept the changes and start the installation with "Next".

Installation of WinCC flexible is started.
Note
Each setup phase takes several minutes. Installation of the component S7DOS may take
several minutes in rare cases. Do not interrupt setup in these cases.
The progress bar is not displayed in certain setup phases, for example, during registration.

11.After setup was successfully completed, you are requested to transfer the license keys for
the installed components if corresponding license keys were not found on the PC. Follow
the instructions of the licensing dialogs and transfer the license keys from the storage
location to the hard disk drive of your PC. You can also run Automation License Manager
later to transfer the license keys.
12.Run WinCC flexible as described in the chapter "Startup" after having successfully
completed the installation.

1.1.6 Virus scanner

Approved virus scanners

The following virus scanners have been tested for compatibility with WinCC flexible:
● Virus scanner:
– Symantec Endpoint Protection
– Trend Micro Office Scan Corporate Edition
– McAfee VirusScan Enterprise
– Kaspersky Antivirus
– Windows Defender
– Qihoo "360 Total Security Essential"
The abovementioned virus scanners, with the exception of Kaspersky Antivirus and Symantec
Endpoint Protection, can usually be operated with default settings.
We recommend deactivating heuristics in your antivirus software settings.

Using Symantec Endpoint Protection

Symantec Endpoint Protection wrongly identifies the following files that are required for
operation of WinCC flexible as viruses: "HmiSmartStart.resources.dll" and
"HmiES.resources.dll".
To prevent these programs from being automatically deleted by Symantec Endpoint Protection,
proceed as follows:
1. Click on "Options" under "Status > Virus and Spyware Protection".
2. Deactivate the "Enable Bloodhound heuristic virus detection" checkbox.

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Using Kaspersky Antivirus

Kaspersky Antivirus wrongly identifies the following programs that are required for operation
of WinCC flexible as viruses: "HmiES.exe",
"TraceServer.exe" and "WinCC flexible 2008.lnk".
To prevent these programs from being automatically deleted by Kaspersky Antivirus, proceed
as follows:
1. Disable the "Automatically execute recommended actions" in "Settings > General >
Interactive Protection".
2. Add the programs "HmiES.exe" and "TraceServer.exe" in "Settings > Advanced > Threats
and Exceptions > Exceptions > Specify trusted programs".
3. Enable the following settings for the two added exceptions:
– Do not examine files to be opened
– Do no control program activity
– Do not apply restrictions of the higher-level process (program)
– Do not control the activity of the subprograms
– Permit interaction with the user interface of Kaspersky Total Security

Integrated firewall of the virus scanners

Authorize access to the following locations in the firewall in order to work without problems in
WinCC flexible:
● [installation folder WinCC flexible] \TraceServer.exe
● [installation folder WinCC flexible] \HMIES.exe
● [Installation directory of the Automation License Manager] almapp\almappx.exe
● %CommonProgramFiles%\Siemens\SWS\almsrv\almsrvx.exe
The use of a personal firewall can impair the functionality of WinCC flexible. We recommend
allowing access for WinCC flexible.

Note
Note that most antivirus software programs check all local drives of your computer after setup.
This check my take some time, depending on the volume of the file system to be scanned. It
is not advisable to run the WinCC flexible setup until this check has been completed.
You should also observe the information of the supplier of your antivirus software.

High CPU utilization rate during communication though OPC-XML / HTTP

Communication is carried out through Port Address 80 that is checked by the firewall or
antivirus software respectively. This may result in a high utilization rate for the CPU.

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Runtime settings for McAfee SecurityCenter

The following settings have been tested and released for WinCC flexible.
When carrying out a new installation, select Custom Installation. Only install "VirusScan".
Carry out the following configurations for "VirusScan":
● Activate the virus protection
● Deactivate the spyware protection
● Deactivate the SystemGuard protection
● Deactivate the script-scan protection.
If you have already installed McAfee SecurityCenter, uninstall all components with the
exception of VirusScan.

High CPU load with "Norton Auto Protect"

For fault-free operation, disable the "Norton Auto Protect" option in the "PC Norton Protection
Center". The "Norton Auto Protect" option may result in a high CPU load. The high CPU load
may block execution of other processes.

1.1.7 Installing License Keys and options

Introduction
With the purchase of a software package, you obtain a specific user license with an associated
license key.

Note
The license key is installed on the respective system. The license key enables a particular part
of the software to be used.

The usual procedure is to include the following License Keys when you install the software:
● For WinCC flexible Engineering System
● For WinCC flexible Runtime
● For options of WinCC flexible Engineering System
● For the options of WinCC flexible Runtime
You can also install the License Keys separately at a later time.

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Refer to the chapter "Licensing of HMI devices" for more information regarding licensing HMI
devices.

Note
Installing WinCC flexible options
To install ProAgent, you must select the "Custom installation" and highlight ProAgent. All other
options are either part of WinCC flexible, or are transferred alongside with ProSave. The
options are activated for use. Install an option separately by installing the corresponding license
key.

Requirements
● The storage location of the License Key is not write-protected and is ready.
● The drive on which you are installing a license key is local and not compressed.
Note
License Keys are not installed on RAM drives, on floppy disks, or on compressed drives.
Read the description of Automation License Manager (in Windows 7 in the Start menu "Start
> All programs > Siemens Automation > SIMATIC > Documentation", in Windows 10 via
the Start menu "Start > Siemens Automation > Documentation"). Observe all warnings and
notices.
Any installed trial licenses are time-limited.

Procedure
1. Close the WinCC flexible Engineering System and WinCC flexible Runtime.
2. Start the Automation License Manager in Windows 7 via "Start > SIMATIC > License
Management > Automation License Manager", in Windows 10 via the Start menu "Start >
Siemens Automation > Automation License Manager".
3. Select the storage location for the License Keys as source drive from the left pane.
The License Keys or Authorizations available at the storage location are displayed on the
right pane.
4. Select one or several License Keys to install for the software type, options or Powerpack,
and then select "Transfer..." from the shortcut menu.
This opens the "Transfer License Key" dialog box.
5. Select the destination drive from the list, and then confirm your selection with "OK". The
selected License Keys are deleted from the storage location.
Upon authorization, in each case the counter at the storage location will be decremented
by 1. A placeholder remains at the storage location where the authorization can be recorded
again. The License Keys or Authorizations are installed on the destination drive and are
activated after the restart of WinCC flexible.
You can also drag-and-drop selected License Keys to the destination drive in the left pane.

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See also
Working with License Keys and Authorizations (Page 33)
System requirements (Page 7)

1.1.8 Troubleshooting

Possible errors during Setup and appropriate remedies

Error Cause Remedy Procedure

The setup program does not start Autostart is dis‐ Run setup manually. Select the drive which contains the product
when you insert the product DVD abled. DVD and then double-click "setup.exe".
into the DVD drive.
Setup is cancelled with error mes‐ Wrong DCOM Check the DCOM config‐ 1. Go to the Start menu of the operating
sage 1645 "Error Installing Micro‐ configuration. uration. system and select the command
soft®.NET Framework, Return "Execute."
Code 1601."
2. Enter "dcomcnfg.exe" and close the
dialog with the "OK" button.
3. In the "Standard properties" tab of the
"DCOM configuration properties" dialog
box, do NOT select "Default
authentication level" = " None" and
"Default identity change level" =
"Anonymous" at the same time.
Confirm the messages which are Missing Li‐ Engineering System: In‐ Install the License Keys for WinCC flexible
output at short time intervals. cense Key. stall the License Key for or WinCC flexible Runtime using Automa‐
the relevant engineering tion License Manager.
tool on your engineering Install License Keys on HMI devices with
station. the Automation License Manager.
Runtime: On the HMI de‐ Install authorizations separately with the
vice, install the License ProSave service tool.
Keys for Runtime and
the configured options.

Note
Uninstall WinCC flexible if installation failed, such as due to power failure. Start reinstallation
after removal.

See also
System requirements (Page 7)
28465761 (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/28465761)

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1.2 Modifying the WinCC flexible installation

Introduction
WinCC flexible is a modular software which consists of several components, such as GUI
languages. These components can be installed or uninstalled at a later time.
You can install additional software components such as Runtime/Simulation.

Requirements
● The conditions described in the "System requirements" chapter must be fulfilled.
● WinCC flexible has been installed.
Note
Post-installation requirements
If the basic installation is carried out via a network drive, then the original network drive
must be available for a reinstallation. In this situation, it is not possible to install further
components from the product DVD.

Note
We recommend that you do not operate any applications using up resources during installation
of WinCC flexible, such as virus scanners.

Procedure
1. Close all open applications, in particular WinCC flexible Engineering System and
WinCC flexible Runtime.
2. Insert the WinCC flexible product DVD into the DVD drive. It is also possible to run Setup
from the network drive.
3. If the autostart of Setup fails, double-click "setup.exe" on the DVD.
The WinCC flexible InstallShield Wizard opens.
4. Select the setup language.
The dialog boxes are displayed in the setup language.
5. Open the product information in the next dialog box and read it carefully.
6. Read and accept the license agreement.
7. Select the product languages that you wish to install.
Note
Select all GUI languages which should be installed, including already installed GUI
languages.

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8. Select "Installation routine".

9. Click "Next."
Installation is now started. The WinCC flexible InstallShield Wizard is displayed.
10.Set the "Modify program" option.
11.Click "Next."
12.The next dialog box shows the WinCC flexible components.
Check box set: Install components.
Check box cleared: Uninstall components.
13.Click the components to modify.
Note
If you enable a component, a description is displayed. This documentation is only available
if the corresponding component is installed.

14.Click "Next."
15.In the following dialog end the installation with "Finish."
Restart WinCC flexible to apply your changes.

1.3 Options and Powerpack

1.3.1 Available options

Introduction
Options are available for the following components:
● WinCC flexible Engineering System
● WinCC flexible Runtime on PC-based HMI devices
● Non-PC-based HMI devices
You can operate device-dependent runtime options on the HMI devices.
Each option requires a license.

Options for WinCC flexible Engineering System

Options available for the WinCC flexible Engineering System:

SIMATIC WinCC flexi‐ Function Availability

ble options
WinCC flexible / Version management in the "Project Ver‐ WinCC flexible Compact/ Stand‐
ChangeControl sions" editor and tracking of changes made ard/ Advanced
to configuration data in the "Change log"
editor

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Options for WinCC flexible Runtime

The options depend on the target system used. The following options are available for
WinCC flexible Runtime on PC-based HMI devices or for non-PC-based HMI devices:

SIMATIC WinCC flexi‐ Function Non-PC-based HMI SIMATIC pan‐

ble RT options devices el PCs
WinCC flexible /Ar‐ Archiving functionality in runtime From Panel 270 x
chives
WinCC flexible /Rec‐ Recipe functionality in runtime Device-dependent x
ipes available; no licens‐
ing necessary.
WinCC flexible / Remote control and remote monitor‐ From Panel 270 x
Sm@rtAccess ing as well as communication be‐
tween different SIMATIC HMI sys‐
tems
WinCC flexible / Remote maintenance and servicing From Panel 270 x
Sm@rtService of machines/plants via the Internet/
Intranet
WinCC flexible /OPC- Use of an HMI device as OPC server Multi panel x
Server
WinCC flexible /Pro‐ Process diagnostics during runtime From Panel 270 x
Agent
WinCC flexible /Audit Reporting interactions according to From Panel 270 x
FDA

Note
Installing the Audit Viewer
With the Audit Viewer, you have a convenient tool for evaluating the Audit Trail of the WinCC
flexible /Audit option for external analysis on an office PC.
Start the installation of the Audit Viewer from the product DVD in the directory /Support/
Audit Viewer.
It is possible that the Audit Viewer can no longer be executed after installation. Audit Viewer
requires V2 of Microsoft .Net technology. Run the following files to start installation:
InstData\DotNetFramework2\Version 2\en_Net_Framework_20_redist_x86.exe

1.3.2 Installing and uninstalling options

Introduction
Options are already included in WinCC flexible and are installed as standard.
To install ProAgent, you must select the "Custom installation" and highlight ProAgent.

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You must enable all the necessary options for use.

Note
Each option requires a license. Enable an option by installing the corresponding License Key.

Options for non-PC-based HMI devices

The necessary Runtime options are installed on the HMI device as follows:
● During the transfer of the project to the HMI device
Any options that are no longer required are removed automatically.
● Alongside with ProSave

Procedure - enabling options

Activate an option by installing the corresponding License Key as described in the " Installing
licenses and options (Page 17)" section.
In order to backup the License Key of an option or use it on a different configuration PC or HMI
device you must uninstall this License Key.

Note
Runtime will operate in non-licensed mode if a valid License Key is not found on an HMI device
or PC running WinCC flexible Runtime.

Note
You can always purchase the license of an option and then install the license key at a later
date.

See also
Uninstalling License Keys and options (Page 40)
Available options (Page 21)

1.3.3 Powerpack

Introduction
The following upgrades are possible with a powerpack:
● From a smaller to a larger edition of WinCC flexible Engineering System
● On a runtime system with greater quantity structure

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A powerpack also includes a special license using which you can at any time enable a higher
level of WinCC flexible for use.

Engineering System
You have, for example, WinCC flexible Compact. Use the "SIMATIC WinCC flexible Standard,
Powerpack for WinCC flexible Compact" powerpack to activate WinCC flexible Standard.

Runtime
You are in possession of WinCC flexible Runtime with 128 tags, for example. Use the
"SIMATIC WinCC flexible Runtime, Powerpack 128 to 512 PowerTags" Powerpack to activate
operation of WinCC flexible Runtime with 512 tags.

Note
You can always purchase the license for a powerpack and then install the license key at a later
date. In doing so, the existing license key is deleted and replaced by a new license key.

See also
Installing a Powerpack (Page 24)
Installation overview (Page 9)

1.3.4 Installing a Powerpack

Introduction
Install a powerpack by installing the corresponding license key. The powerpack license key
replaces the license key of an existing installation.

Note
You install the license key for a powerpack once. You cannot uninstall the license key for a
powerpack.

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Requirement
● The conditions described in the "System requirements" chapter must be fulfilled.
● WinCC flexible has been installed.
● The license key for the license for which you have purchased a powerpack is installed.
Note
Use Microsoft Windows Update to update your operating system. For information, refer to
the Microsoft Windows Help or to the Microsoft homepage.
If the basic installation is carried out via a network drive, then the original network drive
must be available for a reinstallation. It is not possible to install further components from
the product CD if you installed your basic software from a network drive.

Installing a powerpack
1. Install the powerpack license key you purchased as described in the chapter "Installing
license keys and options."

Result
The powerpack license key replaces the former license key. You cannot reverse this process.

See also
Installing License Keys and options (Page 17)
Powerpack (Page 23)

1.4 Licenses

1.4.1 License Keys and Authorizations

Introduction
With the purchase of a software package, you obtain one Certificate of License (CoL) each
with an associated license key.
The license key is installed on the following devices:
● On the hard disk of a WinCC flexible configuration PC
● On the hard disk of a PC-based HMI device
A PC running WinCC flexible Runtime
● On a non-PC-based HMI Devices

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The license key enables a particular part of the software to be used.

Note
You can also transfer license keys to different PCs on the network. For detailed information,
refer to Automation License Manager Online Help.

Note
If you want to retrofit an existing system, you can purchase an upgrade. The upgrade replaces
existing authorizations or license keys with the new license key.

For detailed information, refer to Siemens Online Support under entry number: 27005215
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/27005215)

See also
Installing License Keys and options (Page 17)
Working with License Keys and Authorizations (Page 33)
Automation License Manager (Page 36)
Licensing of HMI devices (Page 30)
Licensing WinCC flexible Runtime on PC-based HMI devices (Page 29)

1.4.2 License types

The type of use for the software results from the certificate of license.
WinCC flexible Engineering System requires the following types of license:
● Floating license
● Trial license
WinCC flexible Runtime and options for Runtime use the following license types:
● Single license

Floating license
The floating license is the standard license for the WinCC flexible Engineering System.
The floating license is an unrestricted license (in terms of time), that you can install and use
locally or on any computer.
The floating license can also be purchased from a license server via the network. In doing so,
a license key is assigned by the license server when starting WinCC flexible. When ending
WinCC flexible the license key is then enabled once again.
The license size cannot be selected when obtained via the license server. The first free license
on the license server is assigned. You must therefore ensure that sufficient floating licenses

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are available on the license server. If the requesting computer does not have a sufficiently
large license, WinCC flexible ES can only be operated at a lower edition.
If the floating license is purchased via the network, you must also note the following points:
● The Automation License Manager V 05.03.03.03 must be installed on the license server.
● After a connection abort, after three hours the non-licensed mode will be launched.
The floating license can be upgraded.

Single license
All licenses for WinCC flexible Runtime and for Runtime options are single licenses.
The Single License is a standard license which is not subject to expiration and can be installed
and used locally.
The Single License can be upgraded.

Trial license
The trial license is a unique, restricted standard license (in terms of time), that you can install
and use locally or on any computer.
Trial licenses for Engineering Editions WinCC flexible 2008 Compact, Standard and Advanced
(incl. Option ChangeControl) expire after 30 days. The Trial License for WinCC flexible
Runtime and WinCC flexible Runtime options expires after 14 days.

Upgrade License
You can use the Upgrade License in particular, for example:
● To migrate from a previous to a new version
Prerequisite is that the new version has been installed.
● To expand the quantity framework

Automation License Manager

Further information about handling the licenses can be found in the
Automation License Manager help.
The Automation License Manager shows the license type in the "Basic license types" field.

1.4.3 Licensing of WinCC flexible Engineering System

You require a license key for the following:
● WinCC flexible Engineering System, e.g. WinCC flexible Standard
● Options for WinCC flexible Engineering System
You can include the license key during the setup of WinCC flexible.

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The Automation License Manager administers the license keys.

Starting without a valid license key

If you start WinCC flexible without a valid license, the system alerts you that you are working
in non-licensed mode. You have the option of activating a one-time Trial License. Trial licenses
for Engineering Editions WinCC flexible 2008 Compact, Standard and Advanced (incl. Option
ChangeControl) expire after 30 days.
If the trial license expires, the following scenarios can occur:
● WinCC flexible was never licensed on the PC in question.
– WinCC flexible cannot be started.
● WinCC flexible was already licensed on the PC in question.
– WinCC flexible cannot be started. Non-licensed mode is indicated every 10 minutes by
a window, which you must acknowledge.

Remedy
Install the license key for the respective license.

License type
A floating license is used for the WinCC flexible Engineering System.

1.4.4 Requesting License Keys from a license server

Note
You cannot select the licensing scope of license keys you requested from the the license
server. You will be assigned the largest free license on the license server. You must therefore
ensure that the license server provide floating licenses of an appropriate size. WinCC flexible
starts without valid license key if the requesting PC does not find a license.
Make sure that Automation License Manager V 05.03.03.03 or higher is installed on the license
server.

The system usually runs SIMATIC WinCC flexible Autostart after you startup the PC.
SIMATIC WinCC flexible Autostart performs the following actions after the PC startup:
● Immediate search for a free license key
● Assignment of a license key
However, the license key on the license server cannot be used.

Possible problems
The request of a license key from a license server may induce the following behavior, for
example:

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The following situations may arise if one license key is installed per Compact, Standard and
Advanced edition on the license server:
● The license key is currently in use.
The license key for WinCC flexible Advanced is available at the startup of the Engineering
PC. SIMATIC WinCC flexible Start Center sets the Advanced edition. WinCC flexible is
started on the engineering PC at a later time. The license key for the Advanced edition is
being used in the meantime by a different engineering PC and is therefore no longer
available.
Result:
WinCC flexible Advanced edition starts without valid license.
● A free license key is not assigned
The license key for WinCC flexible Advanced is currently in use, and the license key
forWinCC flexible Standard available at the startup of the engineering PC. The Standard
edition cannot be used to configure PC Runtime, for example.
SIMATIC WinCC flexible Start Center sets the Standard edition. WinCC flexible is started
on the engineering PC at a later time. However, although the license key for the Advanced
edition has been released in the meantime, it has not been assigned.
Result:
The license key for the Advanced edition is not going to be used although it is free.

Remedy
Take the following steps if the license key for the required edition is not assigned:
1. Exit the WinCC flexible Engineering System.
2. Right-click the icon in the task bar notification area.
3. Click on "SIMATIC WinCC flexible Auto Start > Disable".
A red dot in the icon indicates the deactivated state.
4. Right-click the icon in the task bar notification area.
5. Click on "SIMATIC WinCC flexible Auto Start > Enable".
The red dot in the icon is cleared in activated state.
SIMATIC WinCC flexible Start Center searches for free license keys on the license server
and assigns the highest free license.
6. Start the WinCC flexible Engineering System.
WinCC flexible starts with the license assigned to the corresponding edition.

1.4.5 Licensing WinCC flexible Runtime on PC-based HMI devices

For PC-based HMI devices you require a license key for the following:
● WinCC flexible Runtime with 128 tags, for example.
● WinCC flexible options
You can include the license key during the setup of WinCC flexible.

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The Automation License Manager administers the license keys and authorizations on PC-
based HMI devices.

Note
Only the Certificate of License for WinCC flexible 2008 Runtime authorizes operation of
WinCC flexible 2008 Runtime.

The applicable new license is required to license WinCC flexible 2008 Runtime.
The Runtime licenses of WinCC flexible 2005 and WinCC flexible 2007 will remain fully
functional and can be operated on WinCC flexible 2008 without upgrade.
Use of the license key from the predecessor version is intended exclusively for testing and
commissioning purposes.
For legal licensing reasons, it will still be necessary to upgrade to the latest version to obtain
a Certificate of License (CoL) matching the version.
Productive operation of the software is permitted with a valid CoL only that meets the version
listed in it.

Non-licensed mode
WinCC flexible Runtime and the Runtime options can be used freely without license. Non-
licensed mode is indicated every 10 minutes by a window that you must acknowledge.
You have the option of activating a one-time Trial License. The Trial License for WinCC flexible
Runtime and WinCC flexible Runtime options expires after 14 days.

Remedy
Install the license key for the respective license.

License types
A Single License is used for WinCC flexible Runtime and for the Runtime option.

See also
License Keys and Authorizations (Page 25)

1.4.6 Licensing of HMI devices

Non-PC-based HMI devices are always equipped with the maximum quantity structure. A
license key is not required for runtime operation.
A license is required for each option for non-PC-based HMI devices. The license key or the
authorization of the respective license enables in each case one option for use.

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License key
To be able to license non-PC-based HMI devices with license keys you require the "SIMATIC
HMI License Manager Panel Plugin" add-on.
WinCC flexible set-up installs this add-on as standard.
If WinCC flexible is not installed, an installation of ProSave 7.2 or higher is required.
In Windows 10, an installation of ProSave 14.00.01.00 is required.

Note
Further information about handling the licenses can be found in the
Automation License Manager help.

Note
Verify that the current release of the operating system is installed on the HMI device before
you start licensing. If necessary, update the operating system using ProSave.

Authorizations
Alternatively, you can use existing authorizations of WinCC flexible 2004 options.
● 270 series
● 370 series
You can only use authorizations if the operating system version of WinCC flexible 2004 is
installed on the listed HMI devices. License keys can be used on these HMI devices if operating
system version WinCC flexible 2005 or higher is installed.
The ProSave service tool is used to install authorizations on non-PC-based HMI devices.
Use license keys to license the options on all other HMI devices.

Note
The original authorization disks are needed for transferring authorizations on non-PC-based
HMI devices with ProSave.

Note
For the procedure and more information, consult the ProSave documentation.

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Data backup

NOTICE
Destruction of license keys on non-PC-based HMI devices
The authorizations and license keys you installed are destroyed by back-up / restore
processes on the HMI devices listed below.
● 270 series
● 370 series
Carry out the following before beginning with restoring:
● Use the Automation License Manager and ProSave to check whether authorizations or
license keys are installed on the HMI device.
● Remove any license keys and authorizations present on the HMI device.
After restoring has been carried out, re-install the license keys and authorizations on the
HMI device.

Non-licensed mode
In particular, runtime options can also be used without a license. Non-licensed mode is
indicated every 10 minutes by a window, which you must acknowledge.

Remedy
Install the license key for the respective license.

License types
A single license is used for runtime options.

Licensing of ThinClient
The authorization for ThinClient continues to be used. You cannot transfer the authorization
using the Automation License Manager. Always use ProSave to transfer the authorization.

See also
License Keys and Authorizations (Page 25)

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1.4.7 Working with License Keys and Authorizations

Introduction
You install a license key or authorization in the following cases:
● To use the WinCC flexible Engineering System
● To use options of the WinCC flexible Engineering System
● For using WinCC flexible Runtime
● For using the options of WinCC flexible Runtime on PC-based HMI devices
● To use options on non-PC-based HMI Devices
You uninstall a license key or an authorization in the following situations:
● When backing up data
● If you no longer require the license
You can then use this license on another PC or HMI device.
When you install a license, the associated license key is removed from the license key storage
location.
If you still have authorizations, you can also store these at license key storage location. When
you install an authorization, only the respective counter on the license key storage location is
decremented. A placeholder remains at the storage location to which you can return the
authorization.

NOTICE
Transfer of authorizations
The original authorization disks are needed for transferring authorizations on non-PC-based
HMI devices with ProSave.

Note
License keys or authorizations cannot be copied. The utilized copy protection process prevents
copying of the license key and authorization disks.

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Data backup
Uninstall the license keys and authorizations from the HMI device when backing up data on
the HMI device and when creating a backup for replacing a device.
● For non-PC-based HMI devices, the authorization can be restored to the authorization
storage area using ProSave.
● You use the Automation License Manager to save license keys for non-PC-based HMI
devices at the storage area of the license key.
● You use the Automation License Manager to save license keys or authorizations for PC-
based HMI devices at the storage area of the license key.

NOTICE
Destruction of license keys on non-PC-based HMI Devices
The license keys and authorizations you installed are destroyed by back-up / restore
processes on the HMI devices listed below.
● TP/OP/MP 270
● MP 370
● OP 73micro, OP 73A, TP 177micro, TP 177A, OP 77A
Start by uninstalling all license keys and authorizations from the HMI device, or exclude
these from the backup before you generate a backup copy of the data. This ensures that
you will not overwrite the licenses when you restore the backup copy.
Open ProSave and Automation License Manager tools in order to verify that no
authorizations or license keys are installed on the device before you restore your data.

NOTICE
Destruction of license keys on PCs
Start by uninstalling all license keys in the following situations:
● Before you format the hard disk
● Before you compress the hard disk
● Before you restore the hard disk
● Starting an optimization program that moves fixed blocks
● Installing a new operating system
Read the description of the Automation License Manager (in Windows 7 "Start > All
programs > Siemens Automation > SIMATIC > Documentation", and in Windows 10 via
the Start menu "Start > Siemens Automation > Documentation"). Observe all warnings
and notices.

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The license key storage location on PC-based HMI devices and on non-PC-based HMI devices
where Automation License Manager is used may contain multiple license keys. Save all license
keys of the HMI device to the same storage location.

NOTICE
Storage location of the license keys
Always preserve the original storage location of the license keys or the original authorization
disk.

Invalid license after time-zone change

The installed license no longer functions in the following case.
● If you change the time zone on a WinCC flexible PC as follows:
– From a time that refers to a complete hour to a time that does not refer to a complete hour.
Example: You change the time zone from GMT +3:00 to GMT +3:30.
To avoid this inconvenience, uninstall the license key under the time zone setting that was set
when the license key was installed.
Example:
You have installed the license key with a time zone setting that refers to a full hour. Then
uninstall the license key also with a time zone setting that refers to a full hour.
This behavior does not apply to the trial license.

Defective License
A license is faulty in the following cases:
● If the license key is no longer accessible at the storage area.
● If the license key disappears during its transfer to the destination drive.
The Automation License Manager can be used to repair the defective license. Use the
"Restore" function or the "Restore wizard" of the Automation License Manager for this purpose.
Contact with A&D Customer Support is required to restore the license.

Note
The runtime software can also be operated without errors if the license is missing or defective.
The system alerts you at short intervals that you are working in non-licensed mode.

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NOTICE
Operation without license
If you start WinCC flexible Engineering System without a valid license key, the system alerts
you that you are working in non-licensed mode. You have the one-time option of activating
a trial license. The trial license expires after 14 days.
If the trial license expires, the following scenarios can occur:
● WinCC flexible was never licensed on the PC in question.
WinCC flexible cannot be started.
● WinCC flexible was already licensed on the PC in question.
WinCC flexible cannot be started. Non-licensed mode is indicated every 10 minutes by a
window that you must acknowledge.

See also
Installing License Keys and options (Page 17)
Uninstalling License Keys and options (Page 40)
License Keys and Authorizations (Page 25)

1.4.8 Automation License Manager

Introduction
Use the Automation License Manager to install and uninstall license keys separately. The
Automation License Manager is automatically included in the WinCC flexible setup.
When you initially install a license key on a PC-based system, Automation License Manager
creates a folder named "AX NF ZZ" on a hard disk drive. This directory is assigned the "System"
and "Hidden" attributes and is automatically deleted when you uninstall the last license key.

NOTICE
Do not change the name or the attributes of this folder. Your installed license keys will
otherwise be lost irrevocably.

Parameters
In addition to the installed license keys, the Automation License Manager also shows their
parameters.

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The table below shows the parameters, and their meaning and use.

Parameters Meaning Application

Status Indicates the status of a license key. Im‐ To check the status, select one or sev‐
portant states are: eral license keys; then select "Check"
OK from the shortcut menu.
Inactive
Corrupted
Family Shows the product family associated with Helps you to assign a license key
a license key. when handling licenses for different
product families.
Product Software type, option or power pack regis‐ Use this column as an orientation
tered for use by the license key. when, for example, transferring the li‐
cense key for an option.
Version Specifies for which product version the li‐ A license key can only be used for the
cense key is valid relevant valid product version.
Basic license Shows the basic license type. The follow‐
types ing types are supported by WinCC flexible:
● Floating
● Trial
● Single
License type Shows more information about the license
type. The following types are supported by
WinCC flexible:
● Without restriction
● Trial (with time limit)
Validity Service life of the license key You can recognize the service life of
the trial license by the given informa‐
tion.
License number The license number authorizes you to use When service is required, or a li‐
the relevant product in accordance with the cense key has been lost, the license
"Certificate of License." number provides proof of your pur‐
10-character = authorization; chase of the product and the associ‐
20-character = license key ated authentication.
Number of li‐ View of an available license key on the se‐ View of a license key.
cense keys lected drive.
A separate entry will be generated for each
license key. This entry will be deleted when
you transfer the license key.
Number of Au‐ Number of existing Authorizations on the The Authorizations with counter value
thorizations selected drive "0" have already been transferred to a
0 = The Authorization is no longer availa‐ different drive.
ble on the selected drive.
1 = The Authorization is available on the
selected drive.

See also
License Keys and Authorizations (Page 25)

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1.5 Uninstalling WinCC flexible

1.5.1 Uninstalling WinCC flexible and components

Introduction
By uninstalling WinCC flexible, you also uninstall all components, but not the license keys.

Requirement
● The conditions described in the "System requirements" chapter must be fulfilled.
● WinCC flexible has been installed.

Procedure
1. Close all open applications, in particular WinCC flexible Engineering System and
WinCC flexible Runtime.
2. Select "Start > Settings > Control Panel" to open the Control Panel.
3. Double-click the "Programs and Features" entry in the Control Panel.
The "Uninstall or change a program" dialog opens.
4. Select the entry "SIMATIC WinCC flexible 2008 SP5".
The "Modify" and "Remove" buttons appear.
5. Click "Remove".
The WinCC flexible InstallShield Wizard opens.
6. Activate the "Remove program" option and then click "Next".
7. Confirm the removal with "OK".
WinCC flexible is removed from the configuration PC.
8. On the next dialog box, click "Finish" to close the uninstall dialog.

Result
WinCC flexible has been removed.

Uninstalling WinCC flexible Runtime

1. Close all open applications, particularly WinCC flexible Runtime.
2. Select "Start > Settings > Control Panel" to open the Control Panel.
3. Double-click the "Programs and Features" entry in the Control Panel.
The "Uninstall or change a program" dialog opens.
4. Select the entry "SIMATIC WinCC flexible 2008 SP5 Runtime".
The "Modify" and "Remove" buttons appear.

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5. Click "Remove".
The WinCC flexible InstallShield Wizard opens.
6. Activate the "Remove program" option and then click "Next".
7. Confirm the removal with "OK".
WinCC flexible Runtime is now removed from the Runtime PC.
8. On the next dialog box, click "Finish" to close the uninstall dialog.

Integrated installation
If WinCC flexible is integrated in SIMATIC STEP 7 and/or SIMOTION SCOUT, always uninstall
in the order outlined below. In the first step, uninstall WinCC flexible. Next, uninstall SIMATIC
STEP 7 and /or SIMOTION SCOUT.

User dictionary
The uninstall routine also deletes the user dictionaries. If you still require the data you should
create a backup copy of the user dictionaries prior to uninstalling.
1. Search for the "UserDictionary.ldf" file in the "C:\ProgramData\Siemens AG\" folder.
Note
The following storage location is used:
"C: \ProgramData\Siemens AG\SIMATIC WinCC flexible"

2. Copy the "UserDictionary.dct" and "UserDictionary_log.LDF" files.

Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Express Edition

During removal of WinCC flexible, the WinCC flexible instance of the Microsoft SQL Server
will not be removed automatically.

Note
Select "Start > Settings > Control Panel" to uninstall Microsoft SQL Server after having
confirmed that it is not in use by any other program.

1. Select "Start > Settings > Control Panel" to open the Control Panel.
2. Double-click the "Programs and Features" entry in the Control Panel.
The "Uninstall or change a program" dialog opens.
3. In the "Software" dialog box, select "Microsoft SQL Server 2014."
The "Modify" and "Remove" buttons appear.
4. Click "Remove".
The "SQL Server 2014" dialog opens.
5. In the "Remove SQL Server 2014" dialog, select the instance "WINCCFLEX2014."
6. Click "Next."

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7. Confirm the removal with "OK".

The WinCC flexible instance of the Microsoft SQL Server will be removed from the
configuration PC.
8. On the next dialog box, click "Finish" to close the uninstall dialog.
For detailed information, refer to Siemens Online Support under entry number: 29420407
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/29420407)

See also
Uninstalling License Keys and options (Page 40)

1.5.2 Uninstalling License Keys and options

Introduction
After uninstalling WinCC flexible you then uninstall the licenses separately using Automation
License Manager. You will need to uninstall the license keys for the following components:
● Engineering software
● Runtime software
● Options
Uninstall licenses from the HMI using ProSave or Automation License Manager.

You uninstall an option separately by uninstalling the corresponding license key.

Requirement
● The storage location of the license key is not write-protected and is ready.
● The drive from which you uninstall the licenses is local and not compressed.
● WinCC flexible Auto Start has been completed.

NOTICE
Read the description of Automation License Manager ("Start > Siemens Automation>
Documentation"). Observe all warnings and notices.

Procedure
1. Close WinCC flexible Engineering System and WinCC flexible Runtime.
2. To run Automation License Manager, select "Start > Siemens Automation>
Automation License Manager" in the Windows Start menu.
The Automation License Manager is included in the WinCC flexible set-up as standard.

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3. From the left pane, select the drive which contains the license.
All License Keys or Authorizations available on this drive are shown on the right pane.
4. Select the License Keys or Authorizations to be removed and then select "Transfer..." from
the shortcut menu.
This opens the "Transfer License Key" dialog box.
5. Select the storage location from the list, and then confirm your selection with "OK". The
selected License Keys are transferred to the storage location. The counter of each
authorization will increment by the count of one.
You can also drag-and-drop selected License Keys to the destination drive in the left pane.
Note
You may use an uninstalled license on a different HMI. You can also transfer licenses from
one PC-based HMI device to another over a network. For detailed information, refer to
Automation License Manager Online Help.

See also
Working with License Keys and Authorizations (Page 33)
Uninstalling WinCC flexible and components (Page 38)

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Index
License, 17
Option, 17, 23
A Powerpack, 24
Intrusion Detection System (IDS), 9
Authorization, 26, 33
invalid license
Working with the authorization, 33
with a time-zone change, 35
Authorization for options
HMI devices, 31
Automation License Manager, 36
Parameters, 36
L
License, 17, 25, 36
defective, 35
C Defective license, 35
Installing, 17
Components, 12, 20
Starting without valid license, 28
Installing, 20
Trial license, 27
Uninstalling, 20
Uninstalling, 40
Custom installation, 12
License key, 26, 33, 36
Faulty assignment by the license server, 28
Requesting from a license server, 28
D Working with license keys, 33
Data backup, 34 License key disk, 28
Defective license, 35 License Management, 36
License Manager Panel Plugin, 31
Licensing
E General information, 25
Encryption software, 9
N
F Non-licensed mode
Engineering system, 28
Floating license, 26
HMI devices, 32
Runtime, 30
H
HMI device, 30 O
HMI device licensing
Option, 22
Not PC-based, 30
Installing, 17, 23
Uninstalling, 23, 40
I
Installation, 11 P
Overview, 11
Parameters
Requirements, 7
Automation License Manager, 36
Restart, 14
Powerpack, 23, 24
Selecting the edition, 10
Engineering System, 24
Installing, 17, 20, 23
Installing, 24
Audit Viewer, 22
Runtime, 24
Components, 20

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ProAgent
Installing, 13

R
Restore process
Authorization, 32, 34
License key, 32, 34
Rights
User rights, 10

S
Security program, 9
Selecting the edition
Installation, 10
Single license, 27
System requirement, 7

T
ThinClient
Licensing, 32
Trial license, 27
typical installation, 12

U
Uninstalling, 20, 23, 39, 40
Components, 20
License, 40
Option, 23, 40
User dictionary, 39
WinCC flexible, 39
Upgrade License, 27
User dictionary
Uninstalling, 39
User interface language
Selecting, 13
User rights, 10

V
Virus scanner, 9

W
WinCC flexible
Uninstalling, 39

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