CNC Backups: Protect Your CNC Machine and Production Time

Protect your production with this quick guide on CNC backups for Fagor 8060, 8065, and 8070 controls. Prevent downtime and data loss today.

Regular CNC backups are the simplest way to prevent major downtime and costly data loss. Whether you are updating parameters or performing routine maintenance, a current backup ensures you can restore your machine accurately. In the YouTube tutorial video by Mohit Gambhir from Fagor Automation, two primary methods are explained in detail for backing up Fagor 8060, 8065, and 8070 controllers.

Method 1: The “Report Fagor” Quick Backup

This method generates a single zipped file containing machine parameters, user programs, and a “black box” log file of the control’s history.

  1. Press Control + I on the keyboard to open the Diagnosis screen [00:24].
  2. Select Report Fagor from the bottom menu [00:32].
  3. Confirm by clicking Yes. The system will save the file to the diagnosis folder on the C drive [00:46].

Method 2: The Full Utility Backup

For a more comprehensive backup including individual files for all system data:

  1. Press the Emergency Stop and clear any messages [01:25].
  2. Press the Utilities key to open the Explorer window [01:38].
  3. Create a new directory (e.g., “Backup 2020”) within the Public folder [01:55].
  4. Select the + icon from the bottom menu and choose Backup [02:33].
  5. Ensure all relevant data fields are check-marked and click OK [02:57].
  6. Once complete, the CNC will prompt an application restart [03:31].

Fagor Authorized Technical Support Services

Need help with your CNC controls? CNC Parts Dept., Inc. technicians are Fagor factory authorized integrators. If you’re running into errors during backup or need expert assistance with Fagor CNC system components, our team is here to help.

A complete controller backup is a standard part of our Routine CNC Router Maintenance package. Contact us today for specialized troubleshooting or to schedule a preventative maintenance visit to keep your production running smoothly.

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