Siemens Simatic 620 User Manual

Preface, Contents

SIMATIC

Box PC 620

Manual

Valid for devices with the order number
6ES7647-5...

Important Information

Welcome to the Box PC 620

Setting-up and Operating
the Box PC 620

Box PC 620 Expansions

Configuring the Box PC 620

Error Diagnosis

Hardware Information

Reinstallation of the Software

Appendix

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Edition 03/2002

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Guidelines for ESD

Technical Specifications

Glossary, Index

A

B

Safety Guidelines

This manual contains notices intended to ensure personal safety, as well as to protect the products and
connected equipment against damage. These notices are highlighted by the symbols shown below and
graded according to severity by the following texts:

Danger

!

indicates that death, severe personal injury or substantial property damage will result if proper precautions
are not taken.

Warning

!

indicates that death, severe personal injury or substantial property damage can result if proper
precautions are not taken.

Caution

!

indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.

Caution

indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.

Notice

draws your attention to particularly important information on the product, handling the product, or to a
particular part of the documentation.

Qualified Personnel

Repair, maintenance and servicing of device only to be carried out by qualified personnel. Qualified
persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, to ground and to tag circuits,
equipment, and systems in accordance with established safety practices and standards.

Correct Usage

Note the following:

Warning

!

Trademarks

This device and its components may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the
technical description, and only in connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which
have been approved or recommended by Siemens.

This product can only function correctly and safely if it is transported, stored, set up, and installed
correctly, and operated and maintained as recommended.

SIMATIC, SIMATIC HMI and SIMATIC NET are registered trademarks of SIEMENS AG.

Third parties using for their own purposes any other names in this document which refer to trademarks
might infringe upon the rights of the trademark owners.

Disclaim of LiabilityCopyright W Siemens AG 2002 All rights reserved

The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or its
contents is not permitted without express written authority.
Offenders will be liable for damages. All rights, including rights
created by patent grant or registration of a utility model or
design, are reserved.

Siemens AG

Organization Group Automation and Drives
Division Systems Engineering

Postfach 2355, DĆ90766 Fürth

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We have checked the contents of this manual for agreement
with the hardware and software described. Since deviations
cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full
agreement. However, the data in this manual are reviewed
regularly and any necessary corrections included in
subsequent editions. Suggestions for improvement are
welcomed.

 Siemens AG 2002
Technical data subject to change.

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Purpose of the Manual

This manual contains all the information you need for commissioning and using the
SIMATIC Box PC 620.

It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who
commission the device itself and connect it with other units (automation systems,
further programming devices) as well as for service and maintenance personnel
who install expansions or carry out fault/error analyses.

Where is this Manual Valid?

This manual is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC Box PC 620 and
describes the state of delivery as of April 2002.

Certifications, Standards and Approvals

Certifications

The device fulfils the following guidelines and certifications:

 EU guideline 73/23/EEC on low voltages

 EU guideline 89/336/EEC on electromagnetic compatibility

 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to Standard UL 1950 or UL 508

 Canadian Standard Association (CSA) to Standard C22.2 No. 950 or No. 142

Standards and Approvals

The device fulfils the requirements for the CE approval. Approvals for UL and CSA
are available.

Further information on the approvals, certificates, and licenses for your device is
provided in Chapter 1.

Incorporation into the Communications Environment

This manual forms part of the supplied CD “Documentation and Drivers”.

For supplementary instructions on how to handle the software please refer to the
corresponding manuals (for example, Programming with STEP 7 Manual).

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Structure of the Manual

In Chapters 1 to 4 the manual contains the most important instructions for starting
up and using the Box PC 620. Chapters 5 to 9 are reference sections you will only
require in special cases.

Important Information

This chapter provides information about safety instructions, certificates, directives
and approvals.

Introduction

Before using your device for the first time you should read Chapter 2 to obtain
more information about the Box PC 620 components and their function.

Setting Up and Operation

The basic commissioning steps can be found in Chapter 3. Furthermore, you will
find instructions there on how to work with memory modules for automation
devices and further ports.

Expansion

Chapter 4 describes how to expand your Box PC 620 (for example, installation of
memory expansions). Please observe the safety instructions.

Configuration

Modifications to the system hardware may make it necessary for you to adapt the
original hardware configuration. Chapter 5 tells how to proceed in this case.

Error/Fault Dignostics

Chapter 6 will tell you how to deal with simple faults that you can diagnose and, in
some cases, eliminate yourself.

Hardware-Informationen

Chapter 7 provides information on the system resources and connecting cables.

Reinstallation of the Software

Chapter 8 shows how to proceed in case you have to reinstall software.

ESD Guidelines

The guidelines for handling electrostatic sensitive devices in Chapter A are of
particular importance for service and maintenance engineers who install
expansions or carry out error analysis with the Box PC 620.

Technical Specifications

Appendix B lists the valid technical specifications for your device. Detailed
information on how your Box PC 620 is equipped can also be found in the BIOS
message (Summary Screen) when your PC is booting up.

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Glossary

The glossary explains important terms.

Alphabetical Index

The index will enable you to quickly find passages in the text pertaining to
important keywords.

Conventions

The abbreviation Box PC oder device is also used within this manual for the
product designation SIMATIC Box PC 620.

Further Support

If you have questions related to the use of the products which are not answered in
this manual, please consult your Siemens representative in your local agency.

http://www.ad.siemens.de/partner

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Training Center

Siemens offers a number of training courses to familiarize you with the SIMATIC
S7 automation system. Please contact your regional training center or our central
training center in D 90327 Nuremberg, Germany for details:

Telephone: [phone]

http://www.sitrain.com/

SIMATIC Documentation on the Internet

You will find the documentation on the internet at:

http://www.ad.siemens.de/support

Use the Knowledge Manager to find the documentation you need quickly. If you
have any questions or suggestions concerning the documentation you can use the
”Documentation” conference in the internet forum.

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Automation an Drives, Service & Support

Available worldwide, around the clock:

Nuremberg

Johnson City

SIMATIC Basic Hotline

Singapore

Worldwide (Nuremberg)
Technical Support

(Free Contact)

Local time: Mo.–Fr. 7:00 to 17:00

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: techsupport@

ad.siemens.de

GMT: +1:00

Europe / Africa (Nuremberg)
Authorization

Local time: Mo.–Fr. 7:00 to 17:00

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: authorization@

nbgm.siemens.de

GMT: +1:00

German and English are spoken on all the SIMATIC hotlines, French, Italian and Spanish are also spoken on the
authorization hotline.

Worldwide (Nuremberg)
Technical Support

(charged, only with
SIMATIC Card)

Local time: Mo.–Fr. 0:00 to 24:00

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]
GMT: +01:00

America (Johnson City)
Technical Support and

Authorization

Local time: Mo.–Fr. 8:00 to 19:00

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: simatic.hotline@

sea.siemens.com

GMT: –5:00

Asia / Australia (Singapore)

Technical Support and
Authorization

Local time: Mo.–Fr. 8:30 to 17:30

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: simatic.hotline@

sae.siemens.com.sg

GMT: +8:00

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Service & Support on the Internet

In addition to our documentation, we offer our Know-how online on the internet at:

http://www.ad.siemens.de/support

where you will find the following:

 Current Product Information leaflets, FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions),

Downloads, Tips and Tricks.

 A newsletter giving you the most up-to-date information on our products.

 The Knowledge Manager helps you find the documents you need.

 Users and specialists from all over the world share information in the forum.

 Your local customer service representative for Automation & Drives in our

customer service representative data bank.

 Information on field service, repairs, spare parts and more under ”Services”.

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Preface iii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1 Important Information 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.1 Safety Instructions 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.2 Certificates, Directives and Declarations 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 Certification for the USA, Canada and Autralia 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.4 Transport 1-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 Welcome to the SIMATIC Box PC 620 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.1 Port Side View 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 Drive Side View 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 Bottom View 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.4 Side View 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.5 Ports 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6 Drives 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.1 Disk Drive (Depending on the Device Configuration) 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.2 LS 240 Drive (Depending on Device Configuration) 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.3 Hard Disk Drive 2-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.6.4 CD ROM or CD RW/DVD(Combo) Drive 2-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.7 Backup Battery 2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Setting Up and Operating the SIMATIC Box PC 620 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1 Unpacking and Checking the Scope of Delivery 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2 Installing the SIMATIC Box PC 620 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3 Preparing for Operation 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4 Connecting Peripheral Devices 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.5 Working with PC Cards 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.6 Connecting the SIMATIC Box PC 620 to other SIMATIC S5 3-19. . . . . . . . . . .

3.7 Connecting the SIMATIC Box PC 620 to a SIMATIC S7 Network

(PROFIBUS/MPI) 3-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.8 Networking the SIMATIC Box PC 620 with Other Stations on PROFIBUS 3-25

3.9 Ethernet (RJ45 Ethernet Interface) 3-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.10 Connection under Windows 3-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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4 SIMATIC Box PC 620 Expansions 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1 Opening the Unit 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1.1 Prerequisites 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1.2 Opening the SIMATIC Box PC 620 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1.3 Components Visible After Opening the Unit 4-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1.4 The Motherboard 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2 Installing Memory Expansion Submodules 4-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.3 Replacing the Backup Battery 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4 Installation of Expansion Cards 4-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4.1 Removal and Installation of the Device for Holding Down the modules 4-14. .

4.4.2 Removal and Installation of an Expansion Card 4-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5 Removal and Installation of Drives 4-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5.1 Removal and Installation of the Hard Disk Drive 4-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5.2 Removal and Installation of a CD ROM Drive 4-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5.3 Removal and Installation of the Floppy Drive 4-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5.4 Removal and Installation of the LS 240 Drive 4-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.6 Removal and Installation of the Power Supply Unit 4-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.7 Removal and Installation of the Bus Board 4-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.8 Removal and Installation of the Motherboard 4-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.9 Removal and Installation of the Device Fan 4-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.10 Processor Change 4-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.11 Reset Button 4-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 Configuring the SIMATIC Box PC 620 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1 Changing the Device Configuration with BIOS SETUP 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.1 The Main Menu 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.2 The Advanced Menu 5-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.3 The Security Menu 5-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.4 The Power Menu 5-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.5 The Boot Sequence Menu 5-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.6 The Version Menu 5-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.7 The Exit Menu 5-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.1.8 Default Setup Settings 5-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.2 Configuring the PC Card 5-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 Error Diagnosis 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.1 Problems When Using Modules from Other Manufacturers 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . .

6.2 The Monitor Remains Dark 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.3 The Screen Display Does not Appear or Drifts 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.4 No Mouse Pointer Appears on the Screen 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.5 The Clock Time and/or the Date in Your PC Is Incorrect 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.6 USB-Device does not function 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.7 An Error Message Appears on the Screen 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.8 Diagnostic Messages (Port 80) 6-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7 Hardware Information 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.1 Current Requirement of the Components (Maximum Values) 7-2. . . . . . . . . .

7.2 Overview of the Components and Ports 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.3 System Resources 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4 Monitoring functions 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4.1 Overview 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4.2 Signals on the Front Interface 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4.3 Temperature Monitoring/Indication 7-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4.4 Watchdog (WD) 7-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4.5 Fan Monitoring 7-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.5 Ports 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.5.1 External Ports 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.5.2 Assignment of the Front Ports on the Motherboard 7-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.5.3 Assignment of the Internal Ports on the Motherboard 7-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.6 Bus Board 7-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.6.1 Design and Mode of Operation 7-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.6.2 ISA Slot Pin Assignment 7-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.6.3 PCI Slot Pin Assignment 7-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.7 Power Supply with 85W power output (AC and DC) 7-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.8 Power Supply with 105W power output (AC and DC) 7-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.9 Connecting Cables 7-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 Reinstallation of the Software 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.1 Restoring the Hard Disk 8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.1.1 Creating Partitions under Microsoft Windows 98 8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.1.2 Creating Partitions under Windows NT 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.1.3 Creating Partitions under Windows 2000 8-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2 Installing the Windows Operating System 8-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2.1 Installing the Recovery CD for Microsoft Windows 98 8-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2.2 Installing the Recovery CD for Microsoft Windows NT 8-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2.3 Installing the Recovery CD for Microsoft Windows 2000 8-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.3 Installing Drivers and Software 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.4 Installing and Operating the Burner Software 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A Guidelines for handling electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) A-1. . . . . . . . . . . .

A.1 What does ESD mean? A-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A.2 Electrostatic charging A-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A.3 Basic protective measures against discharge of static electricity A-4. . . . . . .

B Technical Specifications B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B.1 Technical Specifications of the SIMATIC Box PC 620 B-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Important Information

1.1 Safety Instructions

Caution

!

Installation

The safety instructions given on the reverse of the title page of this manual must
be observed. Before expanding your Box PC refer to Chapter 4 and read the
relevant safety instructions.

This device corresponds to the relevant safety measures according to IEC, EN,
VDE, UL, and CSA. If you have questions about the permissibility of the installation
in the designated environment, please contact our service representative.

Condensation can occur if the device is transported from a cold environment into
the operating area. The device must be dry prior to startup. You must allow for an
acclimatization time of at least twelve hours.

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Please observe the notes on ambient conditions in Appendix B Technical
Specifications and the installation notes in Section 3.2 of this manual when

installing and operating the device. The device is to be installed so that there is no
danger of it falling or of causing damage to itself or others.

Be sure the fan ventilation slots are open so that a sufficient amount of air can be
drawn in to cool the housing interior.

Warning

!

Adhere to the permissible mounting positions when mounting the systems (see
chapter 3.2).

If the systems are installed in a non-permissible fitting position, the approvals
pursuant to UL 1950, UL 508 and EN60950 are no longer valid!

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Power Connection

Install the cables so that no one can step on them or trip over them. When you
connect the device, adhere to the relevant instructions in Chapter 2 of this manual.

Do not connect or disconnect power supply cables and data transmission lines
during thunderstorms.

In emergency situations (for example, damaged housing, damaged operator
elements, a damaged power supply cable, ingress of liquids or foreign particles),
switch off the device. Disconnect the power plug and inform the responsible
service personnel.

When plugging in/unplugging peripheral connections (keyboard, mouse, printer
etc.) the Box PC must be switched off (not for PC-Card and USB-devices). In the
case of non-observance, this can lead to damage to the PC.

Notes for Devices with AC Power Supply

The device is intended for service in grounded electricity supply systems
(TN systems to VDE 0100, part 300, or IEC 364-3).

Service in non-grounded or impedance-grounded supply systems (IT systems) is
not intended.

The power cord should meet the respective local safety requirements.

Check whether the device’s set supply voltage is the same as the local supply
voltage.

This device is equipped with a safety-tested power supply cable. You may connect
this device only to a grounding outlet with a grounding contact.

Make certain that the socket outlet on the device or the grounding contact for the
building wiring system is freely accessible and as near to the device as possible.

The mains switch does not separate the device from the power system. To
establish a complete power separation, you must disconnect the power plug (inlet
connector on the back of the device). This location must be accessible. A central
isolating switch must be present for cabinet mounting.

Notes for Devices with DC Power Supply

The device with DC power supply (24V DC) is an open device (right side of the
device), therefore the mounting must meet the requirements of fire protection
enclosures.

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Warnung

!

Only connect the device to 24V DC power supply systems which meet the requirements of a
safe extra-low voltage (SELV).

The cable cross section has to be large enough that the Box PC will not be damaged by the
cables when there is a short circuit.

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For the United States and Canada:

In the United States and Canada USA, a CSA or UL-listed power supply cable
must be used.

The male plug is a 5-15 style.

For operation with 120 V:

Use a UL Listed, CSA Labelles Cord Set, consisting of a min. 18 AWG. Type SVT
or STJ three conductor flexible cord, max. 4.5 m (15 feet) in length and a parallel
blade grounding type attachment plug rated 15 A, min 125 V.

For operation with 240 V:

Use a UL Listed, CSA Labelled Cord Set, consisting od a min. 18 AWG. Type SVT
or SJT three conductor flexible cord, max. 4.5 m (15 feet) in length and a tandem
blade grounding type attachment plug, rated 15 A, 250 V.

For operation with 230 V (outside of USA and Canada)

Important Information

Repairs

!

Use a Cord Set consisting of a min 18 AWG cord and grounding type attachment
plug rated 15 A, 250 V. The cord set should have the approviate safety approvals
for the country in which the equipment will be installed and marked.

Only authorized personnel are permitted to repair the Box PC.

Warning

Unauthorized opening and improper repairs on the device can result in significant
danger to the user.

Before you open the device, first switch it off and then disconnect the power plug.

Install only system expansion devices provided for this computer. If you install
other expansion devices, you can damage the system or violate the safety
requirements and regulations for radio interference suppression. Contact your
technical support team or where you purchased your PC to find out which system
expansion devices may safely be installed.

If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your Box PC, the
warranty becomes void.

The power supply may only be dismantled or exchanged by authorized technical
personnel.

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Important Information

Battery

There is a battery in this device on the motherboard. Batteries may only be
exchanged by technical personnel.

Observe the local regulations on disposal of special waste when disposing of dead
batteries.

Caution

!

There is the danger of an explosion, if the battery is not exchanged as directed.
Replace only with the same type or an equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with the legal instructions
of your area.

Notes on Inserting and Removing Modules (ESG Guidelines)

Modules containing electrostatically sensitive devices (ESDs) can be identified by
the following label:

Please observe and carefully follow the guidelines mentioned below when handling
modules equipped with electrostatically sensitive devices:

 Always discharge your body before handling modules equipped with ESDs (for

example, by touching a grounded object).

 Devices and tools must be free of static electricity.

 Always pull the power plug and disconnect the battery before connecting or

disconnecting modules (containing ESDs).

 Touch modules fitted with ESDs by their edges only.

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 Never touch wiring posts or printed conductors on modules containg ESDs.

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1.2 Certificates, Directives and Declarations

Notes on the CE Symbol

The following applies to the SIMATIC product described in this manual:

EMC Directive

Devices with a power supply performance of 85W are in accordance with the
EU Directive 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic Compatibility.” In accordance with the
CE label for this product, the following areas of application are relevant:

Field of Application Requirement For

Emitted Interference Noise Immunity

Important Information

Domestic, business and commercial
areas, as well as small businesses

Industry EN 50081-2: 1993 EN 50082-2: 1995

EN 50081-1: 1992 EN 50082-1: 1992

The devices with AC power supply meet the norms of the the EN 61000-3-2:1995
(harmonic currents) and EN 61000-3-3:1995 (voltage fluctuation and flicker).

The devices with power supply performance of 105W are in accordance with the
EU Directive 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic Compatibility.” In accordance with the
CE label for this product, the following area of application is relevant:

Application Requirements

Emitted Interference Immunity

Industrial area EN 50081-2: 1993 EN 50082-2: 1995

The devices with AC power supply meet the norms of the the EN 61000-3-2:1995
(harmonic currents) and EN 61000-3-3:1995 (voltage fluctuation and flicker).

Caution

This is a class A electronic device. This device may cause interference in
residential areas. In this case the user may be asked to take the necessary
precautions.

Low Voltage Directive

The devices with AC power supply complies with the requirements of the EU
Directive 73/23/EEC “Low-Voltage Directive.” Conformance with this standard has
been verified according to EN 60950.

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Important Information

Declaration of Conformity

The EC declarations of conformity and the documentation relating to this are
available to the authorities concerned, according to the above EC directive, from:

Siemens AG
Group Automation & Drives
A&D AS RD 4
Postfach 1963
D-92209 Amberg
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Observing the Setup Guidelines

The setup guidelines and safety instructions given in this electronic manual must
be observed on startup and during operation.

Connecting Peripherals

The requirements regarding noise immunity (EN50082-2:1995) are met when you
connect a peripheral suitable for an industrial environment. Peripheral devices are
only be connected via shielded cables.

ISO 9001 Certificate

The quality assurance system for the whole product process (development,
production, and marketing) fulfills the requirements of ISO 9001 (corresponds to
EN29001: 1987).

This has been certified by the German society for the certification of quality
management systems (DQS).

EQĆNet certificate no.: 1323Ć01

Software License Agreement

The Box PC is shipped with the software already installed. Please observe the re­levant license agreements.

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1.3 Certification for the USA, Canada and Autralia

)

or to the UL508 and C22.2 No. 142 (IND.CONT.EQ)

Security

One of the following markings on a device is indicative of the corresponding
approval:

Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to the UL 1950 Standard (I.T.E)
or to the UL508 (IND.CONT.EQ)

Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to the Canadian Standard C22.2 No. 950

C

C US

(I.T.E) or to the C22.2 No. 142 (IND.CONT.EQ)

Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to Standard UL 1950, Report E11 5352 and to
the Canadian Standard C 22.2 No.950 (I.T.E)
or to the UL508 and C22.2 No. 142 (IND.CONT.EQ

UL-Recognition-Mark

Important Information

Canadian Standard Association (CSA) to standard C22.2. No. 950
(LR 81690) or to C22.2 No. 142 (LR 63533)

Canadian Standard Association (CSA) to the American Standard UL 1950
(LR 81690) or to the UL 508 (LR 63533)

NRTL

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Important Information

EMC

USA

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with FCC regu­lations.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Federal Communications Commission

Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Shielded Cables

Modifications

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Canada

(for devices with power supply 105W)

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

(for devices with power supply 85W)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Conditions of Operations

Canadian Notice

Avis Canadien

Canadian Notice

Avis Canadien

Australia

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This product meets the requirements of the AS/NZS 3548 Norm.

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1.4 Transport

Transporting

Despite the fact that the Box PC is of rugged design, its internal components are
sensitive to severe vibrations or shock. You must therefore protect the PC from
severe mechanical stress when transporting it.

Use the original packing material if you have to ship the Box PC from one
location to another.

Caution

Risk of damage!

When transporting the PC in cold weather, when it may be submitted to extreme
variations in temperature, make sure that there is no moisture (condensation) on
or in the PC.

Important Information

The PC must be allowed to reach room temperature slowly before you switch it on.
If condensation has formed, you should wait approximately 12 hours before
switching on the PC.

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Overview of Chapter

In chapter you will find on page

2.1 Port Side View 2-2

2.2 Drive Side View 2-4

2.3 Side View 2-5

2.4 Bottom View 2-6

2.5 Ports 2-7

2.6 Drives 2-8

2.7 Backup Battery 2-12

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Figure 2-1 Ports

1 Mouse

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PS/2 socket for connecting a PS/2 mouse.

2 COM1 V.24 /MODEM /AG

The COM 1 (TTY) port is used to connect, for example, S5 automation units (AG).
The supplied adapter can be used to convert the port into a 25-pole standard V.24
port for connecting serial port devices such as modem, mouse or printer. The line
current (TTY) interface is an optional product feature.

3 COM2

You can use the serial port 2 (V.24) to connect devices with a serial port such as
modem, mouse or printer.

4 AC/DC Power Supply Connector

Appliance socket for AC power supply or screw terminal for DC power supply.

5 PCI Slots

Internal slots for expansion modules.

6 PCI/ISA Slots

Internal slots for expansion modules.

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7 PC Card

Connection for PC Cards type I/II/III

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8 Ethernet

RJ 45-Ethernet connector. Ethernet is a local network with a bus structure for data
communication with a data transfer rate of 10 or 100 megabit per second (Mbps).

9 PROFIBUS/MPI (optional)

You can connect the Box PC to an S7 automation system or to a PROFIBUS
network via the PROFIBUS/MPI port with galvanic isolation. This interface is an
optional product feature.

10 USB

Universal Serial Bus connector. You can use the USB port to connect external de­vices, for example, CD drives, printers, modems as well as mouse and keyboard.
Older operating systems do not support this port.

11 VGA

You can connect an external VGA monitor to this connector.

12 LPT1

The parallel port connection for devices with parallel port (for example, printer).

13 Keyboard

Connection for a PS/2 keyboard.

Caution

Ensure that you use shielded cables and metal plugs to connect the peripheral
units; if this is not done, the approval for operation will be invalid! Screw down the
plugs of the interface cables to the PC housing by means of a screwdriver. You
thereby improve the electrical shielding.

If expansion modules have been inserted in the PC, there are additional ports.
Please refer to the description of the respective module for their purpose.

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2.2 Drive Side View

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Figure 2-2 Drive Side View

1 Device Fan

5

4

3

Here are openings for device ventilation.

Caution

The air venting slots for outgoing air must not be obstructed. Otherwise, there is a
risk of overheating.

2 Type Label

You can find the order number and the serial number of your device on the type
label.

3 Floppy disk drive (LS240 as an alternative)

Depending on the device configuration a standard floppy disk drive (1.44 Mbytes)
or an LS240 Super disk drive is installed. Floppy disks up to 1.44 Mbytes as well
as Super disks up to 240 Mbytes can be used in LS240 drives.

4 Front Ports

The front ports are located behind the cover below the floppy disk drive. They are
used for connection of the following front elements:

 I/O port for the connection of front components

 LVDS display port

5 Reset Button

The reset button can be actuated with a thin pen (e.g. an opened up paper clip). If
you actuate, the button, a hardware reset is triggered. The PC restarts. Data loss
is possible with a hardware reset.

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Figure 2-3 Bottom View

1 Equipotential Grounding

The connection with the equipotential grounding on the system housing to the
central earth terminal of the cabinet or the unit into which the computer is fitted,
ensures that faults arising from external power supply cables, signalling cables or
cables to peripheral units are diverted.

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2.4 Side View

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2

3

Figure 2-4 Side View

1 Mounting possibilities for the WinAC Backup Battery

You can mount the SIMATIC WinAC CPU41x-2PCI backup battery here. Use the
battery holder without a slot plate supplied with the WinAC module to do this.

2 Input Data of Power Supply Unit

To distinguish between both performances of the power supply unit, the power sup­ply unit with a 105W performance been marked with P

3 Certificate of Authenticity with Product Key

max=

105W.

You need the Microsoft Windows “Product Key” on the “Certificate of Authenticity”
if you reinstall software.

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2.5 Ports

Front Ports

The front ports are located behind the cover below the floppy disk drive. They are
used for connection of the following front elements:

 I/O port for the connection of front components

 LVDS display port

 CMOS display port

The front ports can be accessed as follows:

1. Undo the plastic rivet on the cover below the floppy disk drive with a flat
screwdriver.

2. Pull the cover out of the guide. The front ports are now accessible.

The CMOS display port is only accessible after removal of the floppy disk drive.

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VGA Port

Notice

Keep the cover and the plastic rivet for reuse.

Please read the following note referring to the operation of a flat display and an
external monitor:

Notice

The default setting of the display provides the simultaneous operation of a flat display
and an external monitor. If no front display element is connected, the display is
effected on the external monitor with a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. Modes with a
lower resolution and text modes are expanded to this format.

To optimize the screen display for an external monitor, select ”Hardware Options”
under Setup in the main menu and set ”CRT/LCD selection: CRT enabled”. A
resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels with a higher refresh rate is then possible.

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2.6 Drives

The Box PC is equipped as standard with a 3.5” disk drive or an LS240 drive and a

3.5” hard disk drive.

2.6.1 Disk Drive (Depending on the Device Configuration)

You can store programs and data on diskettes with the disk drive and load them
from diskettes into the Box PC.

Types of Diskette

You can use following diskettes:

double sided double

density diskette

3,5 inch 3,5 inch 3,5 inch

720 Kbytes 1,44 Mbytes (135 TPI) 120 Mbytes

Caution

!

Risk of loss of data!

When the green access LED of the floppy disk drive is lit, the ejector may not be
actuated.

double sided high density

diskette

LS240-Superdisks

2.6.2 LS 240 Drive (Depending on Device Configuration)

The Box PC can be equipped with an LS 240 drive as an alternative to a floppy
disk drive.

Larger volumes of data can be stored on LS 240 data carriers than on a

1.44 MB floppy disk drive. The LS 240 has the following features:

– it is compatible with a 1.44 MB floppy disk drive, i.e. 1.44 MB or 120 MB

disks can also be processed.
– an LS 240 data carrier has a maximum data volume of 240 Mbytes.
– the LS 240 drive is connected via an ATAPI (IDE) port.

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