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Patch Release Notes 3.20
The release notes of all patches for WinCC OA Version 3.20.
3.20.6

Version Information
Release Notes, Update information, Certifications and Frequently Asked Questions.
- What is WinCC OA?
- Release Notes Version 3.20
  All the new features and changes in WinCC OA V3.20.
- Patch Release Notes 3.20
  The release notes of all patches for WinCC OA Version 3.20.
- Notes for Upgrading a WinCC OA Project
  Important steps and information to consider when upgrading an existing WinCC OA project to the latest version.
- WinCC OA Version Incompatibilities
  A list of all incompatibilities that needed to be introduced between different versions of WinCC OA.
- Product Certifications
  An overview of WinCC OA's certified standards
- Frequently Asked Questions
  A collection of common customer questions
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Southbound Interfaces
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3.20.6

Patches for WinCC OA are more than just bug fixes. 

Continuous feature integration makes it possible to implement enhancements in several different categories into our product. To keep your software up to date, make sure to download and install the newest patch. 

WinCC OA JavaScript Manager for Node.js

The WinCC OA JavaScript Manager for Node.js has received additional functions, which further enhance its applicable range:

Driver

DNP3 driver: The WinCC OA DNP3 driver now supports the "TCP dual end point"/Sleep mode functionality according to the DNP3 Standard (IEEE Std 1815-2012). This allows for RTU devices to connect to WinCC OA even when they come out of "Sleep Mode" with different IP addresses. The advantages of this functionality are considerable:
- Optimized for power-constrained devices such as battery- or solar powered devices
- Reduced communication overhead saves bandwidth
- Reduced operational costs
- Better sustainability due to significant amount of energy saved
- Critical Infrastructure Reliability increased, especially for remote RTU scenarios known from W&WW or Oil & Gas industry branches.

The patch is available for download on the SIMATIC WinCC Open Architecture World: https://www.winccoa.com/downloads/category/wincc-oa-320.html

Revised technical Services available

We are particularly pleased to inform our customers and partners about a revised and simplified service philosophy, which is now aligned with many other products of the SIMATIC Software Product Portfolio.

Please refer to our support page for more details.