The Siemens 6ES7960-1AA06-0XA0 serves as the primary 6ES7960-1AA06-0XA0 Synchronization Module utilized to execute high-speed data mirroring across SIMATIC S7-400H redundant fault-tolerant controller platforms. This hardware sub-module inserts directly into the dedicated synchronization slots of S7-400H CPU units (such as CPU 41xH) to establish an optical link interface via fiber optic patch cables. The component performs real-time cycle-by-cycle synchronization of the two redundant processing units, enabling immediate bumpless failover orchestration without process interruption upon localized hardware faults.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Synchronization Module V6 |
| Brand | Siemens |
| Origin | Taiwan |
| Part Number | 6ES7960-1AA06-0XA0 |
| Product Type | Sync-Modules for Coupling CPU 41xH |
| System Family | SIMATIC S7-400H |
| Interface Medium | Fiber optic patch cable (LC-terminated) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Powered internally via host CPU assembly |
| Weight | 0.056 kg |
| Packaging Dimensions | 78.0 mm x 130.0 mm x 51.0 mm |
| Customs Commodity Code | 85389091 |
| UPC Code | 040892941319 |
| EAN Code | 4019169256384 |
The internal optical transceiver circuitry inside this module maintains high-velocity backplane bus communication across the redundant processor interface link. Operating over Profinet or EtherNet/IP deterministic networks, the synchronization hardware mirrors volatile data tables and internal register status updates concurrently with the CPU operating system cycle. This specialized logic allows continuous I/O density scaling and parallel remote rack expansions without adding software processing overhead. The Version 6 (V6) architecture maintains hardware execution tolerances and total firmware flash compatibility with corresponding S7-400H processors, minimizing jitter across the optical pathway during immediate failover cycles.
Q: Is it permissible to perform hot-plug insertion of the 6ES7960-1AA06-0XA0 module while the host CPU is operating?
A: No. Installing or removing the synchronization module while the processor is powered can damage the internal bus interface pins. Power down the specific CPU unit before substituting the module hardware.
Q: What action occurs if the optical connection between the paired sync modules is broken?
A: The system logs a synchronization link loss event. If both CPUs remain functional, they enter a standby/sole processing state to prevent split-brain execution, subject to predefined system voting rules.
Q: Does the module configuration require explicit parameter mapping within Step 7 or TIA Portal?
A: No. The hardware operates seamlessly at the firmware layer. The programming software automatically initializes and coordinates the dual sync channels upon assigning the correct CPU 41xH hardware matrix profiles.
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