Can SoMove transfer the configuration from one drive to another of the same model number but different firmware levels?

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Can SoMove transfer the configuration from one drive to another of the same model number, but different firmware versions?

Issue:
Transfer programming from one drive to another using SoMove.

Product Line:
Altivar Variable Frequency Drives

Environment:
All models compatible with SoMove.

Cause:
None

Resolution:
It is possible to transfer a configuration from one drive to another drive of the same model, but different firmware versions. However, there may be problems if going from a newer firmware level to an older firmware level if the new has additional parameters or if the new firmware includes a physical hardware update like a new micro processor.