Backups & recovery
Controlled Start Backup
For a technician saving system files from the File screen while the controller is in Controlled Start, capturing configuration files not accessible during normal operation.
- Step 1.
Stop production and confirm it is safe to reboot
Coordinate with operations before taking the controller down for Controlled Start.
- Step 2.
Boot into Controlled Start
Hold PREV and NEXT while turning on the controller, then select Controlled Start from the boot menu.
- Step 3.
Insert the USB drive
Plug in a drive with enough free space for the system files backup.
- Step 4.
Open the File screen
From Controlled Start, open the File screen and set the active device to your USB drive.
- Step 5.
Back up System files
From F4 BACKUP, select the System files item to save the system files that are readable in Controlled Start.
Caution: Do not try to make an image backup from Controlled Start. The image backup function only runs from the FILE menu when the system is in Cold Start mode, or from the boot monitor (hold F1 and F2 at power-on). Use one of those methods if you need a full image.
- Step 6.
Run and confirm completion
Wait for the backup to finish without interrupting power or removing the drive.
- Step 7.
Exit Controlled Start
Reboot the controller normally to return it to production use.
Common questions
- How long does Controlled Start Backup take?
- Controlled Start Backup is rated Advanced and takes about 25 minutes across 7 steps.
- What tools do I need?
- You will need Teach pendant, USB drive with sufficient space.
- What should I do before starting?
- Controller can be safely taken offline for the backup. No production is scheduled during the backup window.
- What is the first step?
- Stop production and confirm it is safe to reboot. Coordinate with operations before taking the controller down for Controlled Start.