Maintenance release of Relion® 670 series version 2.2 (2.2.2.3)

RELEASE NOTE – MARCH 19, 2019

A new revision of Relion 670 series version 2.2 has been released. The new revision designation is 2.2.2.3.

As the previous revision 2.2.2.2 was stopped, the list of updates goes from the last official revision 2.2.2.1 on the 670 series 2.2.2 track.

Please read all about the system and security related updates in the release note.

Recommendation to update

We recommend users who have faced issues mentioned in this release note to update to this release.

IED Connect support

Updating to the new firmware does not require any changes in the installed IED Connectivity Packages for Relion 670 series. The connectivity packages are available in PCM600 Update Manager.

Ordering and delivery

New orders placed on version 2.2 will be delivered with the latest revision 2.2.3.2.

All new and existing orders that have been locked to 2.2.2 will be delivered with the latest revision 2.2.2.3.

If an earlier version/revision is required, a request shall be made to SA-T sales and an approved deviation shall be in place.

Procedures for ordering the firmware update

The IEDs are updated using Field Service Tool (FST). The tool automatically identifies the product version and installs correct firmware in accordance with the product version. Please follow the below procedure for ordering the FST.

• Fill in the requested data in the new form
• Fill in the serial numbers of all IEDs to be updated

The FST package will be delivered to you by return. An instruction on how to use the tool and perform the update is included in the tool. If you have any questions related to this maintenance release, the Field Service Tool or the updating procedures, please contact SA-T Supportline.

Please note that it is extremely important that you report back to us via [email protected] when the update of the concerned IED has been completed. This information is needed to keep our product register updated and to ensure correct information to the right local ABB units in the future.

Kind regards,

Joseph Menezes
Global Product Manager
BL Grid Automation
ABB Power Grids