The Siemens Primary Setup Tool (PST) V4.2 is no longer officially available for standalone download from the Siemens Industry Online Support portal. It has been succeeded by SINEC PNI (Primary Network Initialization), which provides the same core functions for assigning IP addresses and device names to SIMATIC NET network components. Official Successor: SINEC PNI

Network Browsing: Discover all Intelligent Network Components (INCs) connected to the local network segment. How to Download Siemens PST v4.2

Discovery Protocols: The tool uses DCP (Discovery Control Protocol) and DLC (Data Link Control) to locate unconfigured modules on the local network.

Profinet Device Naming: Assign or change the "Device Name" required for PROFINET communication.

PRONETA: A free tool for commissioning and diagnosing PROFINET networks. It can be used to set IP addresses and device names. Available at PRONETA Download.

Installation & quick start (general)

  1. Install required drivers for the target device.
  2. Run the PST installer as Administrator.
  3. Launch PST, connect the device, use device discovery to detect hardware.
  4. Load configuration profile or firmware image, review settings, then apply.
  5. Monitor logs and verify device boots with expected firmware/version.