You will not find an official, standalone public download link for these files. Siemens tightly integrates its software packages, support packages, and drive configurations into a managed ecosystem. Direct downloading of individual XML or package container files from third-party sites is not recommended and can lead to version mismatches or software corruption.
If you are currently facing this error and want to resolve it quickly, I can help you identify the right path forward. Tell me: What are you using (e.g., V17, V18)?
Always use official Siemens channels to secure your download link: 1. Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS) Portal
: Datapackage containers can be large, requiring a high-speed connection. You will not find an official, standalone public
Digital twin representations of specific motor and drive combinations.
Without the correct , your engineering software cannot interpret the drive’s complex parameter structure. Whether you use Siemens STARTER (legacy) or TIA Portal (with Startdrive integrated), the configuration container allows:
Never download industrial configuration files from unverified third-party forums or file-sharing sites. Compromised configuration data containers can introduce malware into engineering workstations or cause catastrophic physical damage to drive hardware due to corrupted parameter limits. Step-by-Step Installation and Import Guide If you are currently facing this error and
Navigate to the SIOS website and use the exact search terms: "Sinamics ACX drive configuration data package" or "Startdrive hardware catalog update" .
: This container is generally bundled with SINAMICS Startdrive (Basic or Advanced). If your project requires it, ensure you have the latest version of Startdrive installed.
Log in with your registered Siemens Industry Mall or SIOS account. Siemens Industry Online Support (SIOS) Portal : Datapackage
To avoid running into missing PackageContainer errors on future projects, consider these best practices:
: Select "Installation from local file" and browse to the downloaded .zip or specific Siemens container extension.
Without the correct model configuration container, the engineering software cannot properly recognize or parameterize the SACX drive unit.