: If you already own a base license for V5.4, you can download Service Pack 4 (SP4) Service Pack 5 for free from the Siemens Support Portal Legacy Support : To obtain V5.4 today, Siemens recommends contacting a local sales representative
. While Siemens provides trial versions and free service pack updates, a full functional installation requires a paid license. Siemens SiePortal Official Procurement & Availability
SIMATIC STEP 7 V5.4 (released in 2006) has been discontinued since 2010 and is no longer available through standard commercial channels. Siemens SiePortal Trial Version
to inquire about remaining legacy stock or specific licensing needs for older hardware. Technical Specifications for V5.4
If you are installing a licensed or trial version, ensure your system meets these original requirements: Step 7 Downloads - Siemens SiePortal
The official SIMATIC STEP 7 V5.4 software from Siemens is not available as a permanently free download