Backup program from PLC X20CP1381 so i can restore it in another cpu (same as the first one)

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Hi everyone,

I hope you’re doing well. I have a CPU X20CP1381 and I want to back up the program. I did some research and found one solution that involves taking an image of the CF card via RUC, but this isn’t possible since the X20CP1381 doesn’t have a CF card slot. The second option is to use Open Project from Target, but it’s not guaranteed to work.

So, I’d like a clear answer: is it possible to retrieve the program? If yes, how can I do it? If not, please let me know.

Thank you very much in advance.

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Hello Oussama,

if you have at least Runtime F4.34 or newer on the controller, you can use mapp Backup to create an image of the flash memory on the controller and then save it to your computer using an FTP client.

You can find further details on how it works here: B&R Online Help

Regards

Stephan

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Hello Stephan,

Thanks for your answer. Could you please explain a bit more? I checked the B&R Online Help, and it seems that in order to use mapp Backup, I need to have the program source, which is not the case for me.

Thanks again.

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Hallo Oussama,

you can only create an image of the flash on this controller (X20CP1381) using the Mapp function. Unfortunately, this isn’t possible without a project. For controllers with a CF card, you can create an image using a card reader.

Regards

Stephan

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For backup you can use Runtime Utility Center this gives you compiled binari i don’t remember exactly how but i did this before with older controller

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Hello Abdelghani,

Did this controller have a CF card slot?

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Yes it have CFast so i don’t think this method will work for you .

Ask the machine provider to give you a pre compiled backup in usb

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Ok guys,

Thank you very much, this information was really helpful.

Best regards,