| Parameter Item | Official Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Full Market Article Number | 6GK1704-1PW08-2AA0 |
| Full Product Designation | SOFTNET-IE PG V8.2 Communication Software for PG/OP |
| Product Series | SIMATIC NET Industrial Ethernet Communication Software |
| License Type | Single permanent license, valid for 1 single PC installation, Class A |
| Software Category | Runtime communication software with integrated configuration tool |
| Delivery Package Content | 1 × Installation DVD with software + electronic operation manuals; 1 × USB hardware license stick |
| Supported Interface Languages | 2 pre-installed languages: German (de), English (en) |
| Supported Target Hardware Card | CP 1612 Industrial Ethernet communication processor |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 7 Professional / Ultimate; Windows Server 2008 R2 |
| Core PG/OP Communication Functions | S7 PLC online programming, upload/download programs, PLC diagnostics, HMI panel project transfer, real-time status monitoring |
| Supported Communication Protocols | ISO-on-TCP, S7 Communication, PROFINET IO, TCP/IP industrial Ethernet |
| Compatible Engineering Tools | STEP7 V5.x, WinCC flexible, WinCC V7.x, TIA Portal (legacy compatibility mode) |
| Included Components | Communication driver stack, diagnostic panel, OPC DA client interface, network configuration manager |
| Activation Mode | Offline activation via physical USB license dongle |
| Product Lifecycle Status | PM410: Discontinued legacy product, phase-out, limited technical support only |
| Compliance Certifications | CE, RoHS, WEEE industrial software compliance |
| Export Control Classification | ECCN EAR99, no special export restrictions |









