SIMATIC Manager is the project-management interface included with classic SIMATIC STEP 7. For the identified S7-300 CPU 314C, select the programming package by matching the complete order number, required STEP 7 release, and any required hardware support package.
SIMATIC Manager and STEP 7
The evidence identifies STEP 7 V5.5 SP3 as the latest classic release discussed.
CPU 314C Software Compatibility
The complete CPU order number is 6ES7314-1AG14-0AB0. This identifier matters because software support can differ between CPU revisions that share the CPU 314C name.
| Programming option | Evidence-supported compatibility or constraint |
|---|---|
| STEP 7 V5.5 | Use SP1 or higher for CPU 6ES7314-1AG14-0AB0. |
| STEP 7 V5.2 | Use SP1 or higher with HSP 218. |
| STEP 7 Lite V3.0 SP2 | Available as a free, reduced-feature option. Verify that its limitations, operating-system compatibility, and device support meet the training requirement. |
Selecting Software for Home Training
- Read the complete order number from the CPU and confirm it is
6ES7314-1AG14-0AB0. - For classic STEP 7, select either STEP 7 V5.5 SP1 or higher, or STEP 7 V5.2 SP1 or higher with HSP 218.
- If considering TIA Portal V13, verify that its hardware catalog explicitly supports the exact CPU order number before purchasing or building a project.
- If considering STEP 7 Lite V3.0 SP2, compare its reduced feature set and host operating-system requirements with the intended training exercises.
Obtaining and Verifying the Package
The evidence does not provide a price or an official purchasing URL. Obtain pricing, license terms, trial availability, and any student offer through a Siemens representative or official Siemens sales channel. After installation, create a project and confirm that the hardware catalog contains 6ES7314-1AG14-0AB0; for the STEP 7 V5.2 path, also confirm that HSP 218 is installed.
FAQ
Is SIMATIC Manager the same as STEP 7?
SIMATIC Manager is part of classic STEP 7.
Which STEP 7 version supports CPU 6ES7314-1AG14-0AB0?
Use STEP 7 V5.5 SP1 or higher, or STEP 7 V5.2 SP1 or higher with HSP 218.
Can TIA Portal V13 program an S7-300 CPU 314C?
TIA Portal V13 supports compatible S7-300 controllers, but CPU revision support must be checked by complete order number. Confirm that 6ES7314-1AG14-0AB0 appears in the hardware catalog before selecting this route.