Will this deployment be a , server , or web client ?
Compatibility has also been tested with [7†L21-L22].
WinCC 7.5 SP2 is still in the "Delivery Release" phase, meaning it is available for purchase and is actively supported with patches and security fixes. As a general rule, Siemens provides support for the current version and the previous major version. For long-term planning, note that Microsoft has announced the end of support for Windows 10 in 2025, which may influence future upgrade decisions.
For a smooth experience, Siemens recommends a multi-core CPU and at least 8 GB of RAM for server systems. Minimum (Single-User/Client) Recommended (Server/Single-User) Dual-core 2.5 GHz Multi-core 3.5 GHz RAM Storage 1.5 GB (Installation) 10 GB (Work space) + Archive memory Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) wincc 7.5 sp2 compatibility list
For , the official compatibility is critical for OS, SQL Server, and other software. Here is the core compatibility list (based on Siemens’ official release documents):
The table below summarizes the core compatibility information for WinCC 7.5 SP2. More detailed explanations, including version-specific notes and exceptions, are provided in the following sections.
It's important to know which software combinations are or aren't allowed. Will this deployment be a , server , or web client
Both Standard and Express editions are supported depending on the project scale.
Windows 11 Pro (supported via specific updates/updates packages) Windows 11 Enterprise Windows Server (64-bit) Windows Server 2016 Standard / Datacenter Windows Server 2019 Standard / Datacenter Windows Server 2022 Standard / Datacenter Database and Microsoft Office Compatibility
Comprehensive Guide: SIMATIC WinCC 7.5 SP2 Compatibility List As a general rule, Siemens provides support for
However, before upgrading or deploying a new project, the single most critical document you need is the . Installing this version on an unsupported operating system or with the wrong SQL server is a recipe for runtime errors, system crashes, or silent data corruption.
(Supported only via WinCC 7.5 SP2 or higher installation media) Windows 10 Professional & Enterprise (64-bit) Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019 (64-bit) Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2015 / 2016 (64-bit)
WinCC V7.5 SP2 Update 20 includes specific improvements related to database performance and stability, including and improved client connection stability in redundant system configurations. This update is highly recommended for all production environments [1†L35-L37].
: Version 6.5, 6.7, 7.0, and newer compatible releases.