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| Tool | Use case | |------|-----------| | (free, newer) | Modern Siemens replacement for PST + diagnostics. | | TIA Portal (commercial) | Full engineering — includes device configuration. | | PRONETA (free) | Specifically for PROFINET network analysis & setup (faster than PST for IP assignment). |

: Accessing direct downloads on the official SiePortal often requires a registered Siemens account. Compatibility & Modern Successors siemens primary setup tool 42 download top

: If you already have these installed, use the "Edit Ethernet Node" function under the PLC menu to browse for MAC addresses and configure IP settings without needing a separate utility. | Tool | Use case | |------|-----------| |

For large networks, combine PST with SINEC PNI or TIA Portal – but for fast device discovery and basic setup, PST 4.2 remains the top lightweight choice. | : Accessing direct downloads on the official

Siemens often recommends modern alternatives for the functionality previously handled by PST:

: Assigning IP addresses, subnet masks, and default gateways.