The message is a standard part of the Fanuc controller's boot process, but if it remains on the screen for several minutes without progressing, it indicates a critical system hang. This typically happens when the controller cannot load the core software from its internal memory or finish its initial self-checks. Common Causes for System Hangs
Is the R30IB controller stuck on "system software starting up"? fanuc starting system software please wait
: Keep your system's software and firmware up to date to benefit from the latest features and fixes. The message is a standard part of the
This is not an error, but a critical state in the boot process. However, when it persists for an unusually long time (more than 5–10 minutes) or appears in a boot loop, it signals a fundamental issue with the controller’s software integrity, hardware, or data storage. : Keep your system's software and firmware up
Every 3 months, perform a full SRAM backup using one of these methods: