When attempting a siemens.mc.drives.acx.model.configuration data.package container download, you may encounter these errors:
| Error Code | Description | Solution |
|------------|-------------|----------|
| E2250 | Incompatible firmware version | Use STARTER to export as a parameter file (.tep), then upgrade the drive firmware via CF card. |
| E1B2F | Missing safety runtime checksum | Re-integrate Safety Integrated using the original F-parameters. The ACX container does not include the safety program signature by default (GDPR/security limitation). |
| E301 | Device name mismatch | Unassign the PROFINET device name from the old drive and assign it to the new one before importing the ACX container. |
| Checksum invalid | Corrupted container | Re-export from the source drive. Never edit an .acx file in a text editor—it is signed. |
One powerful feature often hidden in the UI is the ability to download partial containers. When attempting a siemens
Before we dive into the download process, we must understand the acronym ACX. ACX stands for Automation Component eXchange. It is a Siemens proprietary data format designed to encapsulate drive parameters, communication settings, and application-specific function modules into a single, portable container.
The siemens.mc.drives.acx.model.configuration is essentially the XML-based schema that defines the topology and parameters of a motion control (MC) drive unit. This model includes: The "configuration data package container" is the delivery
The "configuration data package container" is the delivery mechanism—a compressed, digitally signed archive that TIA Portal and STARTER use to import or export complete drive setups.
The "Package Container" is a serialized binary file (often identified by extensions such as .xml, .s7p, or proprietary binary formats within the TIA Portal environment). It acts as a holistic archive containing: When attempting a siemens
siemens.mc.drives.acx.model.configuration data.package container download