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- Operating Instructions SIMATIC IPC427C
- Legal information
- Table of contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Safety Instructions
- 3 Description
- 4 Application planning
- 5 Installing/mounting
- 6 Connecting
- 7 Commissioning
- 8 Integration into an Automation System
- 9 Functions
- 10 Expansions and Configurations
- 11 Maintenance and Service
- 12 Alarm, error and system messages
- 13 Troubleshooting/FAQs
- 14 Technical specifications
- 15 Dimension drawings
- 15.1 Overview of the dimensional drawings
- 15.2 Dimension drawings of the device
- 15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets
- 15.4 Dimensional drawings of the device with vertical mounting angles
- 15.5 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames
- 15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate
- 16 Detailed descriptions
- 16.1 Internal components
- 16.2 BIOS Setup
- 16.3 System resources
- 16.4 I/O Address Areas
- 16.4.1 Overview of the internal module registers
- 16.4.2 Watchdog enable register / 066h select register (read/write, address 062h)
- 16.4.3 Watchdog trigger register (read only, address 066h)
- 16.4.4 CAN base address register (write only, address 066h)
- 16.4.5 Output register LED 1 / 2 (read/write, address 404Eh)
- 16.4.6 Battery status tab (read-only, address 50Fh)
- 16.4.7 SRAM address register
- A Appendix
- B ESD Guidelines
- C List of abbreviations
- Glossary
- Index

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Introduction 1
Safety Instructions
2
Description
3
Application planning
4
Installing/mounting
5
Connecting
6
Commissioning
7
Integration into an
Automation System
8
Functions
9
Expansions and
Configurations
10
Maintenance and Service
11
Alarm, error and system
messages
12
Troubleshooting/FAQs
13
Technical specifications
14
Dimension drawings
15
Detailed descriptions
16
Appendix
A
ESD guidelines
B
List of abbreviations
C
SIMATIC
Industrial PC
SIMATIC IPC427C
Operating Instructions
04/2009
A5E02414743-01

Legal information
Legal information
Warning notice system
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent
damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into
account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will
be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation. Commissioning and
operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes
in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and
label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Proper use of Siemens products
Note the following:
WARNING
Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical
documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended
or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and
maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems. The permissible
ambient conditions must be adhered to. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.
Trademarks
All names identified by ® are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The remaining trademarks in this
publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the
owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software
described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent
editions.
Siemens AG
Industry Sector
Postfach 48 48
90026 NÜRNBERG
GERMANY
A5E02414743-01
Ⓟ 04/2009
Copyright © Siemens AG 2009.
Technical data subject to change
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Table of contents
1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................ 7
1.1 Preface...........................................................................................................................................7
1.2 Guideline to the Operating Instructions .........................................................................................8
2 Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 General safety instructions ............................................................................................................9
3 Description............................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................11
3.2 Applications..................................................................................................................................12
3.3 Features.......................................................................................................................................13
3.4 Windows Embedded Standard 2009 ...........................................................................................15
3.5 Design..........................................................................................................................................17
3.5.1 External Design............................................................................................................................17
3.5.2 Connection components ..............................................................................................................18
3.5.3 Operator controls .........................................................................................................................19
3.5.4 Status displays.............................................................................................................................20
4 Application planning................................................................................................................................. 21
4.1 Transport......................................................................................................................................21
4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit ...................................................................................22
4.3 Ambient and Environmental Conditions.......................................................................................24
5 Installing/mounting................................................................................................................................... 25
5.1 Permitted mounting positions.......................................................................................................25
5.2 Mounting information ...................................................................................................................27
5.3 Mounting the device.....................................................................................................................27
5.4 Mounting on DIN rails ..................................................................................................................28
5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets ................................................................................................30
5.6 Upright mounting..........................................................................................................................32
6 Connecting .............................................................................................................................................. 33
6.1 Connecting peripheral equipment................................................................................................33
6.2 Connecting the 24 V DC power supply........................................................................................34
6.3 Protective ground connection ......................................................................................................35
6.4 USB strain-relief...........................................................................................................................36

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7 Commissioning ........................................................................................................................................ 37
7.1 Note before commissioning......................................................................................................... 37
7.2 Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009 .............................................................. 38
7.2.1 Basic commissioning - initial startup ........................................................................................... 38
7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional............................................................................... 40
7.3.1 Basic commissioning - initial startup ........................................................................................... 40
7.3.2 Setting up the language selection for Windows XP Professional / Embedded Standard........... 41
7.4 Commissioning - other operating systems.................................................................................. 42
7.4.1 Commissioning - guide................................................................................................................ 42
8 Integration into an Automation System .................................................................................................... 43
8.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 43
9 Functions................................................................................................................................................. 45
9.1 Monitoring Functions................................................................................................................... 45
9.1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 45
9.1.2 Temperature monitoring/display ................................................................................................. 46
9.1.3 Watchdog (WD)........................................................................................................................... 47
9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) ...................................................................................................... 48
9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF) ................................................................................................... 50
9.4 SRAM buffer memory.................................................................................................................. 52
9.5 Battery monitoring ....................................................................................................................... 53
9.6 Operation without monitor and keyboard.................................................................................... 54
10 Expansions and Configurations ............................................................................................................... 55
10.1 Open the device (front panel) ..................................................................................................... 55
10.2 Memory expansion...................................................................................................................... 57
10.2.1 Installing the memory module ..................................................................................................... 57
10.3 Installing PCI-104 / PC/104 Plus modules.................................................................................. 59
10.3.1 Notes on the modules ................................................................................................................. 59
10.3.2 Mounting PCI-104 or PC/104 Plus modules ............................................................................... 60
10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards................................................................................. 62
10.4.1 Installation options for Compact Flash cards.............................................................................. 62
10.4.2 Installing/removing an accessible Compact Flash card.............................................................. 63
10.4.3 Installing/removing a built-in Compact Flash card ...................................................................... 66
11 Maintenance and Service ........................................................................................................................ 67
11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components........................................................................ 67
11.1.1 Repairs........................................................................................................................................ 67
11.1.2 Preventive maintenance.............................................................................................................. 68
11.1.3 Replacing hard disk or SSD drive ............................................................................................... 69
11.1.4 Replace the backup battery ........................................................................................................ 71
11.2 Reinstalling the operating system ............................................................................................... 73
11.2.1 Windows Embedded Standard 2009 .......................................................................................... 73
11.2.1.1 General installation procedure .................................................................................................... 73
11.2.1.2 Restoring the software to factory state using the Restore DVD ................................................. 74
11.2.2 Windows XP Professional........................................................................................................... 76
11.2.2.1 General installation procedure .................................................................................................... 76

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11.2.2.2 Restoring the Software to Factory State Using the Restore DVD ...............................................77
11.2.2.3 Setting up the operating system via the Recovery CD/DVD .......................................................79
11.3 Partitioning data media ................................................................................................................81
11.3.1 Setting up the partitions under Windows Embedded Standard 2009..........................................81
11.3.2 Setting up the partitions under Windows XP Professional ..........................................................82
11.4 Installing drivers and software .....................................................................................................83
11.4.1 Driver installation under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 ....................................................83
11.4.2 Installing drivers and software .....................................................................................................83
11.5 Installing updates .........................................................................................................................84
11.5.1 Updating the operating system ....................................................................................................84
11.5.2 Installing or updating application programs and drivers ..............................................................84
11.5.3 Performing a BIOS update...........................................................................................................85
11.6 Data backup.................................................................................................................................86
11.6.1 Creating an image........................................................................................................................86
12 Alarm, error and system messages ......................................................................................................... 87
12.1 Boot error messages....................................................................................................................87
13 Troubleshooting/FAQs............................................................................................................................. 89
13.1 General problems ........................................................................................................................89
13.2 Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers ......................................................90
14 Technical specifications........................................................................................................................... 91
14.1 General specifications..................................................................................................................91
14.2 Power requirements of the components ......................................................................................95
14.3 Integrated DC power supply ........................................................................................................96
15 Dimension drawings ................................................................................................................................ 97
15.1 Overview of the dimensional drawings ........................................................................................97
15.2 Dimension drawings of the device ...............................................................................................98
15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets .........................................................99
15.4 Dimensional drawings of the device with vertical mounting angles...........................................101
15.5 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames .....................................................102
15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate ...................................................................................103
16 Detailed descriptions ............................................................................................................................. 105
16.1 Internal components ..................................................................................................................105
16.1.1 Overview of internal components...............................................................................................105
16.1.2 Technical features of the motherboard ......................................................................................106
16.1.3 External ports.............................................................................................................................107
16.1.3.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................107
16.1.3.2 COM1/2......................................................................................................................................107
16.1.3.3 DVI-I ...........................................................................................................................................108
16.1.3.4 Ethernet......................................................................................................................................109
16.1.3.5 USB............................................................................................................................................109
16.1.3.6 PROFIBUS.................................................................................................................................110
16.1.3.7 CAN bus.....................................................................................................................................110
16.1.4 Internal ports ..............................................................................................................................111
16.1.4.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................111

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16.1.4.2 Compact Flash card interface ................................................................................................... 111
16.1.4.3 PCI-104 or PC/104-Plus interface (PCI part)............................................................................ 112
16.2 BIOS Setup ............................................................................................................................... 113
16.2.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 113
16.2.2 Starting BIOS Setup.................................................................................................................. 114
16.2.3 BIOS Setup menus ................................................................................................................... 115
16.2.4 Main menu................................................................................................................................. 117
16.2.5 Advanced Menu ........................................................................................................................ 122
16.2.6 Security menu ........................................................................................................................... 125
16.2.7 Boot menu................................................................................................................................. 126
16.2.8 Version menu ............................................................................................................................ 130
16.2.9 Exit Menu .................................................................................................................................. 131
16.2.10 Default BIOS Setup entries....................................................................................................... 132
16.3 System resources ..................................................................................................................... 135
16.3.1 Currently allocated system resources....................................................................................... 135
16.3.2 System resources used by the BIOS/DOS ............................................................................... 136
16.3.2.1 PCI Interrupt Lines .................................................................................................................... 136
16.4 I/O Address Areas..................................................................................................................... 137
16.4.1 Overview of the internal module registers................................................................................. 137
16.4.2 Watchdog enable register / 066h select register (read/write, address 062h) ........................... 138
16.4.3 Watchdog trigger register (read only, address 066h) ............................................................... 138
16.4.4 CAN base address register (write only, address 066h) ............................................................ 139
16.4.5 Output register LED 1 / 2 (read/write, address 404Eh)............................................................. 140
16.4.6 Battery status tab (read-only, address 50Fh)............................................................................ 141
16.4.7 SRAM address register............................................................................................................. 142
A Appendix................................................................................................................................................ 143
A.1 Guidelines and declarations...................................................................................................... 143
A.2 Certificates and approvals......................................................................................................... 144
A.3 Service and support .................................................................................................................. 146
B ESD guidelines ...................................................................................................................................... 147
B.1 ESD Guidelines......................................................................................................................... 147
C List of abbreviations............................................................................................................................... 149
C.1 Abbreviations ............................................................................................................................ 149
Glossary ................................................................................................................................................ 155
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 167

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Introduction 1
1.1 Preface
Objective of this documentation
These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and
operation of the SIMATIC IPC427C.
It is intended both for programming and testing personnel who commission the device and
connect it with other units (automation systems, programming devices), as well as for service
and maintenance personnel who install add-ons or carry out fault/error analyses.
Basic knowledge requirements
A solid background in personal computers and Microsoft operating systems is required to
understand this manual. General knowledge in the field automation control engineering is
recommended.
Scope of validity of this document
The operating instructions are valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC IPC427C and
describe the delivery status as of May 2009.
Position in the information landscape
The documentation for the SIMATIC IPC427C includes the following sections:
● SIMATIC IPC427C, Operating Instructions (Compact)
● SIMATIC IPC427C, Operating Instructions
The documentation is supplied in German and English with the device in electronic form as a
PDF file on the "Documentation and Drivers" DVD.
Conventions
The term "PC" or "device" is sometimes used to refer to the SIMATIC IPC427C product in
this documentation.
History
Currently released versions of this operating manual:
Edition Comment
04/2009 First edition

Introduction
1.2 Guideline to the Operating Instructions
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1.2 Guideline to the Operating Instructions
Contents format Table of Contents
Contents Organization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters
Introduction Purpose, layout and description of the important topics.
Safety instructions Refers to all the valid technical safety aspects which have to be adhered to while installing,
commissioning and operating the product/systemin and in reference to statutory
regulations.
Description Fields of application, the features and the structure of the product/system
Application planning Aspects of storage, transport, environmental and EMC conditions to be considered in the
preparatory stage
Mounting Product installation options and installation instructions
Connecting Options of connecting the product and connection instructions
Commissioning Commissioning the product/system.
Integration Options of integrating the product into existing or planned system environments/networks
Functions Monitoring and display functions
Expansions / configurations Procedure for installing expansion devices (memory, modules).
Maintenance and service Replacement of hardware components, restoring and setup of the operating system,
installation of drivers and software
Alarm, error and system
messages
Error messages from booting
Troubleshooting Problems, cause, remedy
Technical specifications General specifications in compliance with relevant standards and current/voltage values
Dimension drawings Dimensions of the device and of modules
Detailed descriptions Structure, function and features of vital components, distribution of system resources and
use of the BIOS Setup routine
Appendix Guidelines and certifications, service and support, notes on retrofitting.
ESD guidelines General ESD guidelines.

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Safety Instructions 2
2.1 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Please observe the safety instructions on the back of the cover sheet of this
documentation. You should not expand your device unless you have read the relevant
safety instructions.
This device is compliant with the relevant safety measures to IEC, EN, VDE, UL, and CSA. If
you have questions about the validity of the installation in the planned environment, please
contact your service representative.
Repairs
Only authorized personnel are permitted to repair the device.
WARNING
Unauthorized opening of and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial
damage to equipment or endanger the user.
System expansions
Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. The installation of other
expansions can damage the system and violate the radio-interference suppression
regulations. Contact your technical support team or where you purchased your PC to find out
which system expansion devices may safely be installed.
CAUTION
If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your device, the warranty
becomes void.

Safety Instructions
2.1 General safety instructions
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Battery
This device is equipped with a Lithium battery. Batteries may only be replaced by qualified
personnel.
CAUTION
There is the risk of an explosion if the battery is not replaced as directed. Replace the
battery only with the same type or with an equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
WARNING
Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances!
For this reason, do not burn lithium batteries, do not solder on the cell body, do not open,
do not short circuit, do not reverse polarity, do not heat above 100°C, dispose of correctly,
and protect against direct sunlight, dampness and dew.
ESD directives
Modules containing electrostatic sensitive devices (ESDs) can be identified by the following
label:
Strictly follow the guidelines mentioned below when handling modules which are sensitive to
ESD:
● Always discharge your body´s static electricity before handling modules that are sensitive
to ESD (for example, by touching a grounded object).
● All devices and tools must be free of static charge.
● Always pull the mains connector and disconnect the battery before installing or removing
modules which are sensitive to ESD.
● Handle modules fitted with ESDs only by their edges.
● Do not touch any connector pins or conductors on modules containing ESDs.

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Description 3
3.1 Overview
The SIMATIC IPC427C provides high-level industrial performance.
● Compact design
● Maintenance-free operation
● High degree of ruggedness
Figure 3-1 SIMATIC IPC427C

Description
3.2 Applications
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3.2 Applications
The device provides industrial PC systems for high-performance and space-saving
applications in particular in the field of machine, systems and switchgear cabinet
engineering:
● Measuring and controlling of process and machine data (for example, automated washing
systems, assembling machines, packaging machines)
● Operating and visualization tasks with separate display / monitor solutions (information
terminals, large-scale displays in automotive production)
● Data logging and processing (for example, system data logging, distributed process
control)

Description
3.3 Features
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3.3 Features
Basic data
Installation / mounting • Installation on a DIN rail
• Wall mounting
• Vertical mountin
• Hanging assembly
Processor • Intel Celeron M 1.2 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 1 MB SLC or
• Intel Pentium Core 2 Solo 1.2 GHz, 800 MHz FSB,
3 MB SLC or
• Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo 1.2 GHz, 800 MHz FSB,
3 MB SLC
Main memory • 512 MB DDR3-SDRAM SODIMM
• 1 GB DDR3-SDRAM SODIMM
• 2 GB DDR3-SDRAM SODIMM
• 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM SODIMM
Free slots for expansion Up to 3 x PCI/104 modules or 3x PC/104-
Plus
module
(PCI bus only);
installed with expansion frame
Graphics • Integrated Intel GMA4500 graphics
• CRT resolution of 640x480 pixels up to 1920x1200
pixels
• DVI resolution of 640x480 pixels up to 1920x1200
pixels
• 8-512 MB graphics memory taken from main memory
(dynamic UMA)
Power supply 24 VDC (19.2 – 28.8 V) max. 4 A
Conditions of use • Operation without fan
Drives and storage media
Compact Flash card • 256 MByte optional or
• 2 GB optional or
• 4 GB optional or
• 8 GB optional
Hard disk ≥ 80 GB SATA HD 2.5" optional
SSD (Solid State Disk) ≥ 32 GB optional
Floppy/CDROM drive Connected via external USB port
USB stick Connected via external USB port

Description
3.3 Features
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Basic data
Ports
Serial COM1 (RS232)
COM2 (RS232); optional
Graphics DVI-I: combined DVI and VGA
USB 4 x USB 2.0 high current
Ethernet 2 x RJ 45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)
PROFIBUS DP 12 Mbps (isolated potential,
compatible to CP 5611), optional
CAN interface Optional
Keyboard, mouse Connected via external USB port
Monitoring and safety functions
Temperature • When permitted temperature range is exceeded
• Warnings can be analyzed by application program
(local, via LAN)
Watchdog • Monitoring function for program execution
• Restart can be parameterized in the event of a fault
• Warnings can be analyzed by application program
(local, via LAN)
LED display 4 LEDs for displaying system status
2 of these can be programmed by the user1
Transient voltage interruption Up to 15 ms buffer time at full load
Buffer memory 2 MB battery-buffered SRAM1
Software
Operating systems
Available • Without
• Windows Embedded Standard 2009
• Windows XP Professional MUI SP3 preinstalled 2
Project-specific • LINUX
• QNX
• VxWorks
• Others on request
• RMOS3 V3.40 (ordered separately)
1You can find additional information about addressing the LEDs or the SRAM under a
Windows operating system in the section "Output register LED L1/L2". You can find example
programs for addressing the LEDs under Windows XP and under RMOS3 under the FAQ at
the Customer Support site Industry Automation and Drive Technologies - Homepage
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support).
2 MUI: Multi Language User Interface; 5 languages (English, German, French, Spanish,
Italian)

Description
3.4 Windows Embedded Standard 2009
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3.4 Windows Embedded Standard 2009
The supplied Windows Embedded Standard has the product version 2009. The overview
shows the basic device functions under Windows Embedded Standard 2009:
Function Hard disk / SSD version Compact Flash card version
Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) In RAM RAM(REG) In RAM RAM(REG)
SIMATIC IPC DiagBase Available V 1.2 Available V 1.2
Pagefile Deactivated in favor of the
EWF
Deactivated in favor of the EWF
System Restore Core Available Available
File based Writefilter (FBWF) Available Available
Registryfilter Available Available
Device Update Agent (DUA) Available Available
HORM Available Available
Telnet Server Available Available
Windows Backup Available Available
User Mode Driver Framework
(UMDF)
Available Available
MUI GER/FRA/ITA/SPA
Default language: English
GER
default language: English
Administrator Account Available Available
User Account Available Available
Explorer Shell Available Available
Internet Explorer (IE) Available, IE7 Available, IE7
Internet Information Server (IIS) Available V 5.1 Available V 5.1
Terminal Services Available Available
Bluetooth Available Available
Wireless Network Support Available Available
Windows Firewall Available Available
Windows Security Center Available Available
MSN Explorer Available Not available
Outlook Express Available Available
Administrative Tools Available Available
SMS Advanced Client Available Not available
Remote Desktop Available V 6.0 Available V 6.0
Remote Assistance Available Available
.NET Framework Available, V3.5 Not available
ASP.NET Available, V3.5 Not available
Windows .NET Messenger Available V 4.7 Available V 4.7
Code pages/User
Location/Keyboard
Available Selection available
Disk Management Services Available Available
Windows Installer Service Available V 3.1 Available V 3.1
Class Installer Available Available

Description
3.4 Windows Embedded Standard 2009
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Function Hard disk / SSD version Compact Flash card version
CoDevice Installer Available Available
Windows Movie Maker Available V 2.1 Not available
Media Player Available, V11.0 Available, V11.0
Windows Media Player Tour Available Not available
DirectX V9.0c V9.0c
Accessories Available Available
Help files for all components Available Not available
Games Available Not available
Fonts 316 118
Windows XP Tour Available Not available
Microsoft Silverlight Available V 1.0 Available V 1.0
NetMeeting Available V 3.1 Available V 3.1
Note
Activation of "HORM" and creation of a "Hiber File"
When "HORM" is activated, the "Hibernate" function can be used for Windows Embedded
Standard 2009:
• EWFMGR C: /activatehorm
"Hibernate" is activated following a restart. The system then always boots from this file.

Description
3.5 Design
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3.5 Design
3.5.1 External Design
Device components Pos Description
① Cover plate for Compact Flash module
② Connection elements
③ Status displays

Description
3.5 Design
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3.5.2 Connection components
Ports and power supply
Location of connection elements (version with PROFIBUS or CAN)
Pos Name Description
① 24 VDC Connection for a 24 V DC power supply
② DVI/VGA DVI/VGA connection for CRT or LCD monitor with DVI interface
③ USB 4 USB 2.0 connections, high-speed / low current
④ PN/IND. ETHERNET RJ45 Ethernet connection 1 (exclusive PCI interrupt) for 10/100/1000 Mbps
⑤ PN/IND. ETHERNET RJ45 Ethernet connection 2 (shared PCI interrupt) for 10/100/1000 Mbps
PROFIBUS DP/MPI ⑥
CAN fieldbus
PROFIBUS DP/MPI interface (RS 485 isolated), 9-pin Cannon socket or CAN fieldbus
(on request)
⑦ COM1 Serial port (RS232) 9-pin Cannon connector
⑧ USB strain-relief
fastener
The USB strain relief must be fastened to the device enclosure with an oval-head screw
(M4 thread). The USB cables can be fastened to the strain-relief assembly with a cable
tie.
⑨ PE terminal The PE terminal (M4 thread) must be connected to the protective ground conductor of the
plant, in which the device is to be installed. The minimum conductor cross-section may not
be less than 2,5 mm2.
Location of the connection elements (second COM interface)
Pos Designation Description
① COM2 Serial port (RS232) 9-pin Cannon connector

Description
3.5 Design
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3.5.3 Operator controls
On/Off switch
CAUTION
The On/Off switch does not disconnect the device from the supply voltage.
Position of on/off switch Pos Description
① The on/off switch turns off the output voltages of
the power supply but not disconnect from the
supply system.
The delivery condition is: Power switch turned
off.

Description
3.5 Design
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3.5.4 Status displays
Status displays LED Meaning LED Description
PWR Power supply OFF
GREEN
Standby mode
Supply voltage available
WD Watchdog status display OFF
GREEN
RED
Watchdog disabled Watchdog
enabled, monitoring time not
expired
Watchdog enabled, monitoring
time expired
User LED L1 OFF
YELLOW
RED
Can be controlled by user
programs1
L1
SF
Group errors RED Can be controlled by controller
program (e.g. WinAC)1
User LED L2 OFF
YELLOW
GREEN
Can be controlled by user
programs1
L2
RUN/STOP
RUN
STOP
GREEN
YELLOW
Can be controlled by controller
program (e.g. WinAC)1
1You can find additional information about addressing the LEDs or the SRAM under a
Windows operating system in the section "Output register LED L1/L2". Example programs
for addressing the LEDs under Windows XP and under RMOS are available under the FAQ
at the Customer Support site Industry Automation and Drive Technologies - Homepage
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support).

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Application planning 4
4.1 Transport
Despite the device's rugged design, its internal components are sensitive to severe
vibrations or shock. You must therefore protect the device from severe mechanical stress
when transporting it.
You should always use the original packaging for shipping and transporting the device.
CAUTION
Risk of damage to the device!
If you are transporting the device in extreme weather conditions with large fluctuations in
temperature, care must be take to ensure that no moisture forms on or in the device
(condensation).
If condensation has developed on the device, wait at least 12 hours before you switch it on.

Application planning
4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit
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4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit
Unpacking the device
Note the following when unpacking the unit:
● It is advisable not to dispose of the original packing material. Keep it in case you have to
transport the unit again.
● Please keep the documentation in a safe place. It is required for initial commissioning and
is part of the device.
● Check the delivery unit for any visible transport damage.
● Verify that the shipment contains the complete unit and your separately ordered
accessories. Please inform your local dealer of any disagreements or transport damages.
Noting the device identification data
The device can be identified uniquely with the help of these numbers in case of repairs or
theft.
Enter the data in the following table:
Serial number S VP ...
Order number of the device 6ES 7647-7B ...
Microsoft Windows Product Key
Ethernet address 1
Ethernet address 2
You can find the corresponding data here:
● Serial number: The serial number is available on the rating plate on the right side of the
device.
● Order number of the device: The order number is located on the rating plate.

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4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit
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● Ethernet address: The Ethernet address of the device is available in your BIOS Setup
(F2 function key) under Main > Hardware Options > Ethernet 1 Address or
Ethernet 2 Address.
● Microsoft Windows "Product Key" from the "Certificate of Authenticity" (COA): The COA
label is only present in pre-installed Windows Embedded Standard 2009 or
XP Professional and is affixed to the back of the device.
Figure 4-1 COA Label Windows Embedded Standard 2009
Figure 4-2 COA Label Windows XP Pro for Embedded Systems

Application planning
4.3 Ambient and Environmental Conditions
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4.3 Ambient and Environmental Conditions
When you plan your project, you should make allowances for:
● The climatic and mechanical environmental conditions specified in the specifications
given in your operating instructions.
● The device is approved for operation in closed rooms only.
● Avoid extreme ambient conditions. Protect the device against dust, moisture and heat.
● Do not place the device in direct sunlight.
● Ensure that the distance to other components or the sides of cabinets is at least 50 mm
above and 100 mm below the device.
● Do not cover the ventilation slots of the device.
● Always observe the mounting positions permitted for this device.
● The connected or built-in peripherals should not introduce a counter emf in excess of
0.5 V into the device.

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Installing/mounting 5
5.1 Permitted mounting positions
NOTICE
The device is approved for operation in closed rooms only.
Ensure that there is a minimum clearance to the other components or the walls of a
housing:
• Below at least 100 mm
• Above at least 50 mm
Horizontal (preferred position) Permitted temperatures
Operation with hard disk:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): +5 to +40°C
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): 0 to +45°C
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +50°C
Operation with Compact Flash cards:
• without expansion modules in RAL: 0 to +55°C
Vertical
(power supply at the top)
Operation with hard disk:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): +5 to +40°C
With installed Compact Flash card:
• without expansion modules: 0 to +45°C
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +45°C
Operation with Compact Flash cards:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +50°C
Notes:
When mounted on a DIN rail, the device should be secured
to prevent shifting (e.g. with a DIN rail ground terminal).

Installing/mounting
5.1 Permitted mounting positions
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Suspended
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive and
without expansion modules:
0 to +40°C
Note:
Mounting brackets are required if the device is suspended.
Upright mounting Permitted temperatures
Operation with hard disk:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): +5 to +40°C
With installed Compact Flash card:
• without expansion modules: 0 to +45°C
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +45°C
Operation with Compact Flash cards:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +50°C
RAL = Restricted Access Location
(e.g. installation of the unit in a lockable cabinet)
NOTICE
The safety and installation instructions for the expansion modules should be followed if the
device is expanded with PCI-104 / PC/104-plus modules.
If necessary, the device should be installed in an enclosure that meets the requirements of
paragraphs 4.6 and 4.7.3 of IEC/UL/EN/DINEN60950-1.

Installing/mounting
5.2 Mounting information
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5.2 Mounting information
Before you install the device, read the following mounting instructions.
NOTICE
Adhere to the SIMATIC assembly guidelines and the relevant DIN/VDE requirements or the
country-specific regulations when mounting in switching cabinets.
NOTICE
Ensure that the device is classified as "Open Type" when using the device in the area of
Industrial Control Equipment (UL508). A UL508 conform enclosure is therefore a
mandatory requirement for approval or operation according to UL508.
5.3 Mounting the device
Mounting methods
SIMATIC IPC427C can be mounted on DIN rails, with mounting brackets and in an upright
position.

Installing/mounting
5.4 Mounting on DIN rails
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5.4 Mounting on DIN rails
Mounting the device on DIN rails
Note
Use of Siemens 35 mm standard mounting rail is recommended.
Steps for mounting on DIN rails
1. Set the device inclined on the
upper DIN rail.
2. Swing the device fully onto the rails
until both clamps completely latch.
Note
To ensure secure mounting on vertical mounting rails, a DIN rail ground terminal should be
mounted beneath the device.

Installing/mounting
5.4 Mounting on DIN rails
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NOTICE
The rails are secured to a wall or cabinet similar to mounting with mounting brackets.
Ensure that the wall or ceiling can hold four times the total weight of the device (including
the rails and additional expansion modules). Also see section Mounting with mounting
brackets (Page 30).
Removing the device from the DIN rail
● Push down the device until the clamps release it.
● Swing the device out of the rails.

Installing/mounting
5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets
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5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets
Removing mounting clamps from the device
Two mounting clamps are factory installed on the device for DIN rail mounting. These need
to be removed before mounting the mounting brackets.
Steps for removing the mounting clamps
Remove the four screws ② and
the two mounting clamps ① from
the back of the device.
Installing brackets on the device
Two mounting brackets are included in the device package. They can be installed on the
device with four screws supplied.
Steps for installing the mounting brackets
Install the mounting brackets on the
device.
Note
Required tools
You need a TORX T20 screwdriver to remove the mounting clamps and mount the mounting
brackets.

Installing/mounting
5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets
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Mounting/demounting the device
The dimensions of the device with mounting brackets are listed under Dimension drawings of
the device with mounting brackets (Page 99).
Mounting examples
Material Bore diameter Mounting
Concrete
8 mm diameter
60 mm depth
Dowel: 8 mm diameter
50 mm length
Screws: 4 mm diameter
50 mm length
Plasterboard
(min. 13 mm thick)
14 mm diameter Gravity toggle: 4 mm diameter
50 mm length
Metal
(min. 2 mm thick)
5 mm diameter
Metal screws M 4: 4 mm diameter
15 mm length
WARNING
Ensure that the wall or ceiling can hold four times the total weight of the device (including
the cabinet brackets and additional expansion modules).

Installing/mounting
5.6 Upright mounting
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5.6 Upright mounting
With the available optional vertical mounting kit you have the possibility to implement a place
saving installation.
Mounting the vertical mounting bracket onto the device
① Device ② Screws ③ Vertical mounting bracket
Note
• Information on installation and operation is available in the supplement of the
accessories.

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Connecting 6
6.1 Connecting peripheral equipment
NOTICE
Connect only peripheral devices approved for industrial applications conforming to
EN 61000-6-2 / IEC 61000-6-2.
Note
Hot-plug peripherals (USB) may be connected while the PC is in operation.
CAUTION
Peripheral devices that are incapable of hot-plugging may only be connected after the
device has been disconnected from the power supply.
CAUTION
Strictly adhere to the specifications for peripheral equipment.
Note
A DVI or CRT monitor should be connected and switched on when the device boots in order
for it to be correctly detected by the BIOS and the operating system. The screen may
otherwise remain dark.
NOTICE
The connected or built-in peripherals, such as USB drives, should not introduce a counter
emf into the device.
A counter emf greater than 0.5 V to ground on the + 3.3 VDC / + 5 VDC / + 12 VDC power
rail due to a connected or integrated component can prevent normal operation or even
destroy components of the device.

Connecting
6.2 Connecting the 24 V DC power supply
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6.2 Connecting the 24 V DC power supply
To be noted before you connect the device
Note the following in order to operate the device safely and according to regulation:
WARNING
The device should only be connected to a 24V DC power supply which satisfies the
requirements of safe extra low voltage (SELV).
If the device is used on a wall, in an open rack or other similar locations, an NEC Class 2
current source is required in order to meet the UL requirements (UL 60950-1). In all other
cases (IEC / EN / DIN EN 609501) either a current source of limited output (LPS = Low
Power Source), or a line-side fuse or a line-side circuit breaker is necessary. The power
needs to be limited to a value below 4.16 A. The fuse value required: Max. 4 A.
Use the special plug supplied to connect the supply voltage. Connect the PE conductors as
described in the next section.
NOTICE
The permitted cable cross-section for the 24 VDC connection is 0.75 mm2 to 2.5 mm2.
NOTICE
If a CompactFlash card is used in the device, make sure that the card is seated correctly
before you connect it.
Connecting
Steps for connecting the device to the 24 V DC power supply
1. Switch off the 24 V DC power source.
2. Connect the power supply using the plug
(included in the package).
3. Connect the PE conductor.
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Connecting
6.3 Protective ground connection
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6.3 Protective ground connection
The PE terminal (M4 thread) on the device (large surface, large-area contact) must be
connected to the PE conductor on the cabinet or system in which the PC is to be installed.
The conductor cross-section must not be less than 2.5 mm2.
The PE terminal is needed to protect the device and ensures that interference signals
generated by external power cables, signal cables or cables to the I/O modules are safely
discharged to earth.
Required tool for protective earth terminal: TORX T20 screwdriver
Protective earth terminal
Connect the PE terminal (M4 thread)
① on the device to the PE conductor
on the cabinet or system in which the
PC will be installed. The minimum
conductor cross-section may not be
less than 2,5 mm2.

Connecting
6.4 USB strain-relief
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6.4 USB strain-relief
The USB strain-relief provided as an accessory is used to prevent accidental loosening of
the USB cable from the device. A cable binder (not included in the package) is needed to
use this accessory.
To fix the USB strain relief, you will need a TORX T20 screwdriver.
Steps for connecting the USB strain-relief
1. Fasten the USB strain-relief ① to the
device housing with an oval-head
screw (M4 thread).
2. Thread the cable tie ② through the
comb of the USB strain-relief to
clamp the USB cable.

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Commissioning 7
7.1 Note before commissioning
Factory state
The SIMATIC IPC427C is available in the following versions:
● With the Windows Embedded Standard 2009 operating system (pre-installed on
CompactFlash card, SSD drive or the hard disk)
● With the Windows XP Professional operating system (pre-installed on SSD drive or the
hard disk)
● Without operating system
Connections before commissioning
Before connecting the device to the power supply, a DVI or CRT monitor should be
connected in order for it to be correctly detected by the BIOS and the operating system
during startup.
CAUTION
Risk of damage to the device
If condensation has developed, wait at least 12 hours before commissioning the device.
NOTICE
Windows Embedded Standard 2009: Read the EWF and FBWF information
Two configurable write filters (Enhanced Write Filter and File Based Write Filter) are
provided with Windows Embedded Standard 2009. Please be aware of this when activating
and using the EWF/FBWF information, otherwise you may experience data loss.
Note
Setting up CompactFlash cards on the employed device
If you want to use CompactFlash cards with the device, they need to be set up on the
device. CompactFlash cards set up on other devices will not boot due to the differing drive
parameters.

Commissioning
7.2 Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009
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7.2 Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009
7.2.1 Basic commissioning - initial startup
Requirements
● The device is connected to the 24 VDC power supply.
● Equipotential bonding is connected.
● The cables are correctly plugged in.
Configuring the operating system
When the computer is started with the power switch for the first time, the
Windows Embedded Standard 2009 operating system on the Compact Flash card or hard
disk is configured automatically.
Proceed as follows:
1. Switch the device on using the On/Off switch. The PC performs a self-test (POST).
During the self-test, this message appears:
Press F2 go to Setup Utility or
Press ESC go to Boot Manager
2. Wait until this message is cleared, then follow the instructions on the screen.
NOTICE
The device may not be switched off at any time during the installation process.
Do not change the default BIOS settings, otherwise the operating system setup may
become corrupted.
3. Restart
After you have entered all the necessary information and the operating system is
configured, you are prompted to restart the system. Respond to this prompt with Yes.
Note
System startup can take considerably longer than usual for the initial commissioning.
Only a blue or black screen is displayed for several minutes.
When you switch on the PC now, the logon window or the user interface of the
Windows Embedded Standard 2009 operating system is automatically opened when the
startup routine is completed.
Note
To prevent data loss, it is advisable to create an image of your system partition after initial
commissioning.

Commissioning
7.2 Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009
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Switch off the device
When you work with Windows Embedded Standard , always shut down the PC with the
command Start > Shut Down.
Note
The Enhanced Write Filter should be enabled following the installation of Windows
Embedded Standard on a CompactFlash card or SSD drive. When this is enabled, the
device can be switched off with the power switch by disconnecting the power supply.

Commissioning
7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional
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7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional
7.3.1 Basic commissioning - initial startup
Requirements
● The device is connected to the 24 VDC power supply.
● Equipotential bonding is connected.
● The cables are correctly plugged in.
Configuring the operating system
When the computer is started with the power switch for the first time, the Windows XP
Professional operating system on the hard disk or SSD drive is configured automatically.
Proceed as follows:
1. Switch the device on using the On/Off switch. The PC performs a self-test (POST).
During the self-test, this message appears:
Press F2 go to Setup Utility or
Press ESC go to Boot Manager
2. Wait until this message is cleared, then follow the instructions on the screen.
NOTICE
The device may not be switched off at any time during the installation process.
Do not change the default BIOS settings, otherwise the operating system setup may
become corrupted.
3. Automatic restart
After you have entered all necessary information and the operating system is configured,
the PC is automatically restarted and displays the user interface of the operating system.
Note
System startup can take considerably longer than usual for the initial commissioning.
When you switch on the PC now, the user interface of the Windows XP Professional
operating system is automatically opened when the startup routine is completed.
Note
To prevent data loss, it is advisable to create an image of your system partition after initial
commissioning.

Commissioning
7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional
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Switch off the device
When you work with Windows XP Professional, always shut down the PC with the command
Start > Shut Down. You can then switch off the device with the power switch or by
disconnecting the power supply.
7.3.2 Setting up the language selection for Windows XP Professional / Embedded
Standard
The Multilanguage User Interface (MUI) allows you to set up the Windows XP Professional /
Embedded Standard menus and dialogs for additional languages.
Default language of your Windows XP MUI installation is English and a US keyboard layout.
You can change the language in the Control Panel. Select:
Start > Control Panel > Regional and Language Options
Languages, tab Language used in menus and dialogs
field.
For the Regional and Language Options set the default as non-Unicode programs under Advanced in
addition to the language for menus and dialogs.

Commissioning
7.4 Commissioning - other operating systems
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7.4 Commissioning - other operating systems
7.4.1 Commissioning - guide
The desired operating system can be installed on the hard disk, CompactFlash card or SSD
drive. A variety of USB devices (hard disk, external floppy or CD-ROM drive, USB stick) or
Compact Flash cards can be used as boot media.
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The following provides an overview of the steps involved in commissioning:
Steps Description
1 Select and create a boot
medium for installation.
Select a suitable boot medium for the operating system to be
used in the BIOS Setup (CD-ROM drive, Compact Flash card,
hard disk or USB device). See Boot menu (Page 126).
If no boot medium is available, one must be created based on
the instructions provided by the respective operating system
documentation.
For example, you can use the SIMATIC PC/PG Image Creator
tool to make a USB stick a bootable medium.
2 Install the operating system
on the boot medium.
Install the operating system based on the instructions provided
by the respective documentation.
3 Select final boot medium In the BIOS Setup, select the medium on which the operating
system has been installed.
Additional information
Further information about installation and commissioning is available in the documentation of
the respective operating system.

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Integration into an Automation System 8
8.1 Overview
Options of integration in existing or planned system environments/networks:
Ethernet
The integrated Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Mbps) can also be used for communication and
for data exchange with automation devices such as SIMATIC S7.
For this purpose you require the "SIMATIC NET" software package.
PROFIBUS/MPI
The optional electrically isolated PROFIBUS interface (12 Mbps) can be used to interconnect
distributed field devices or for coupling to SIMATIC S7.
The "SOFTNET for PROFIBUS" software package is required for coupling to S7 automation
systems.
CAN
CAN interface for connection to CAN field systems (on request).
RS232
The serial port can be used for data communication (via terminal applications, for example).
Additional information
Additional information is available in the catalog and the online ordering system Industrial
Automation and Drive Technologies (http://mall.automation.siemens.com).

Integration into an Automation System
8.1 Overview
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Functions 9
9.1 Monitoring Functions
9.1.1 Introduction
Even in its basic version, the device comes with optional monitoring functions. When used in
combination with the appropriate software, the following functions for displaying, monitoring
and controlling are available:
● Temperature monitoring (over / under temperature)
● Monitoring of the battery level
● Monitoring of hard disks, CompactFlash cards and SSD drives with S.M.A.R.T.
functionality
● Watchdog (hardware or software reset of the computer)
● Operating hours meter (information on the cumulative run time)
SIMATIC PC DiagBase software
With the SIMATIC PC DiagBase software (included in product package), you can use these
functions for local monitoring. You can use the DiagBase Management Explorer application
for general monitoring or DiagBase Alarm Manager for notification of individual alarms.
Additional information on the functions of the SIMATIC PC DiagBase software is available in
the online help.
SIMATIC PC DiagMonitor software
SIMATIC PC DiagMonitor software is provided on CD (not included in the scope of delivery).
It contains the monitoring software, the software for the stations to be monitored and a library
for creating custom applications.

Functions
9.1 Monitoring Functions
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9.1.2 Temperature monitoring/display
Temperature monitoring
The temperature is recorded by means of three thermocouples. The sensors monitor the
processor temperature, the temperature near the RAM module and the motherboard around
the DVI/VGA socket.
If one of the three configured temperature values is exceeded (CPU: 100°C, RAM: 95°C,
motherboard: 95°C), the following fault reaction is triggered:
Reaction Option
The DiagBase or DiagMonitor software is enabled None
The temperature error is retained in memory until temperatures have fallen below the
thresholds and it is reset by one of the following measures:
● Acknowledgment of the error message by the monitoring software
● Restart of the device

Functions
9.1 Monitoring Functions
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9.1.3 Watchdog (WD)
Function
If the user program does not respond to the watchdog within the predetermined monitoring
time, the watchdog monitors the program process and informs the user about various
reactions.
After POWER ON of the device or after a HW RESET (cold restart), the watchdog is in idle
state, i.e. a reaction of the WD will not be triggered and the Watchdog LED is switched off.
Watchdog reactions
If the watchdog is not triggered again within the set time, the following reactions will be
triggered:
Reaction Option
Switch watchdog LED to red None
Trigger a PC reset Configurable
Enabling the DiagBase or DiagMonitor software None
Note
If the desired device reset is not performed, go the Advanced menu of the BIOS Setup and
set the SafeCard functions to Enabled. Contact Customer Support for a detailed description
of the Watchdog functions.
WD monitoring times
The monitoring times are defined as follows:
Normal mode: 94 ms, 210 ms, 340 ms, 460 ms, 590 ms, 710 ms, 840 ms and 960 ms.
Macro mode: 2s, 4s, 6s, 8s, 16s, 32s, 48s and 64s.
Note
The watchdog is retriggered if the monitoring time is changed at the active watchdog (that is
while the watchdog is running)!

Functions
9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF)
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9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF)
Purpose and function
The EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) is a function that is only available with Windows
Embedded operating systems. It provides write protection that can be configured by the
user.
The Enhanced Write Filter allows you to boot Windows Embedded Standard 2009 from
write-protected media (such as CD-ROM), to write protect individual partitions and adapt the
performance of the file system to your needs (when using CompactFlash cards, for
example).
EWF can be used to minimize write access to Compact Flash cards. This is important
because the write cycles on Compact Flash cards are limited due to technical reasons. We
therefore recommend using EWF if you work with Compact Flash cards.
CAUTION
Activate only one write filter per partition - otherwise you may incur data loss.
Both EWF and FBWF are preinstalled in the SIMATIC IPC images.
Ensure that only one write filter is enabled on a partition, otherwise you may incur data loss.
Note
The Enhanced Write Filter is disabled by default for Windows Embedded Standard 2009.
After the operating system has been set up, you should back up your date and then enable
the EWF.
Set EWF
The EWFMGR.EXE program can be used to install, enable or disable the EWF. Use the
command prompt to call up the program. The following functions are available:
Function Command
Write-protect drive C: Switching on ewfmgr c: -enable
Write-protect drive C: disable
(modified files are accepted)
ewfmgr c: -commitanddisable
Modified files on drive C: Accept ewfmgr c: -commit
Display information about the EWF drive ewfmgr c:
Display help ewfmgr c: /h
Note
The EWF commands affecting the write protection do not become active until after the next
booting process.

Functions
9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF)
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Special features for the use of Enhanced Write Filters (EWF)
● In the event of a power failure, if the EWF is enabled changes made after the boot
sequence on drive C: are lost.
To prevent data loss in the event of a power failure, the use of a USV is recommended.
● You can save the files in the EWF RAM overlay to the Compact Flash card or the hard
disk before you shut down the device. To do so, enter the following command in the
command prompt:
ewfmgr c: -commitanddisable
Then restart the system.
ewfmgr c: -enable
Then restart the system.
Note
When the system is set to automatically adjust the clock for daylight saving time adjustment,
systems without central time management and with activated EWF set the clock forward or
backward by one hour in the daylight saving time or standard time period each time the
system boots.
The reason for this behavior is that Windows Embedded Standard 2009 has a registry entry
that detects if the clock has been adjusted for daylight saving time. Since this file is also
protected against modification by the EWF, the marker is lost during the boot sequence and
the adjustment is made again.
We therefore recommend that you deactivate the automatic adjustment and change the
clock manually.
Procedure:
1. Switch off the EWF filter (ewfmgr c: -commitanddisable) and reboot the system.
2. Deactivate automatic adjustment in the Control Panel. In the Time Zone tab opened with
the menu command Start > Control Panel > Date and Time, remove the check mark from
the "Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes" check box.
3. Enable EWF again (ewfmgr c: -enable) and reboot the system.

Functions
9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF)
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9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF)
Purpose and function
With the Feature Pack 2007 for Windows XP Embedded, Microsoft introduced a second
write filter, File Based Write Filter (FBWF).
In contrast to EWF, which protects partitions based on sectors, FBWF works on the file level.
When FBWF is enabled, all files and folders of a partition are protected unless they are
included in an exception list.
FBWF is disabled by factory default in the operating system images for SIMATIC IPC and
must be enabled and configured by the user.
When you enable FBWF, the folders C:\FBWF and D:\FBWF are authorized for writing by
default.
Comparison between EWF and FBWF
● You should prefer FBWF, because it is more flexible in its configuration and allows
immediate writing without rebooting.
● If you use HORM or compressed NTFS, EWF is indispensable.
CAUTION
Activate only one write filter per partition - otherwise you may incur data loss.
Both EWF and FBWF are preinstalled in the SIMATIC IPC images.
Ensure that only one write filter is enabled on a partition, otherwise you may incur data
loss.
Configuring FBWF
FBWF can be configured in command console using the program FBWFMGR.EXE.
NOTICE
• Observe the following syntax: Enter a space after the drive designation colon.
• Changes for direct write access only take effect after rebooting.
• Only existing files and folders can be entered in the exception list.

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9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF)
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Function Command
Display the current FBWF status fbwfmgr /displayconfig
Enable FBWF after the next startup fbwfmgr /enable
Write to protected files fbwfmgr /commit c: \Test.txt
Adding/removing elements in the exception list:
• Add file fbwfmgr /addexclusion
C: \Test.txt
• Add folder fbwfmgr /addexclusion C: \Test
folder
• Remove file fbwfmgr /removeexclusion
C: \Test.txt
• Remove folder fbwfmgr /removeexclusion
C: \Test folder
Call up the help function fbwfmgr /?
For detailed instructions on FBWF go to (http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-
us/library/aa940926(WinEmbedded.5).aspx)

Functions
9.4 SRAM buffer memory
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9.4 SRAM buffer memory
For applications to be able to store data following a power failure, the motherboard features
a battery-buffered CMOS-RAM. If the supply voltage fails longer than 5 ms, this is indicated
by the DC FAIL signal.
Enough time is provided for copying data to the buffered RAM that 256 KB can be saved
with a full configuration.
A maximum 2048 Kb memory window is displayed via a PCI address register. The base
address is initialized by the BIOS.
A corresponding function is implemented there for using the CMOS-RAM under WinAC RTX.
NOTICE
If replacement of the battery takes longer than 30 seconds, the data saved in the CMOS
RAM and in the buffered SRAM is lost.

Functions
9.5 Battery monitoring
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9.5 Battery monitoring
The installed buffer battery has a service life of at least 5 years. The status can be checked
with two-tier battery monitoring. The information can be read from an I/O register and
evaluated.
When the first warning level is reached, the remaining service life of the battery for buffering
CMOS data and buffered SRAM is at least 1 month.

Functions
9.6 Operation without monitor and keyboard
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9.6 Operation without monitor and keyboard
The device can be operated without a monitor and keyboard. The device startup is
guaranteed without these peripherals. A USB keyboard and mouse and an analog CRT
monitor can be later connected for diagnostics.
A digital DVI monitor can only be subsequently activated when the Windows Embedded
Standard 2009 or Windows XP Professional operating system has fully booted.

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Expansions and Configurations 10
10.1 Open the device (front panel)
CAUTION
Work on the open device may only be carried out by authorized and qualified personnel.
Within the warranty time, you are only allowed to install expansions for memory and
expansion card modules.
CAUTION
The device contains electronic components which may be destroyed by electrostatic
charge.
You therefore need to take precautionary measures before you open the device. Refer to
the ESD guidelines on handling electrostatically sensitive components under ESD
Guidelines (Page 147).
Tools
● Cover and top cover plate: Torx T8
● Hard disk mounting: Torx T10
● Protective earth terminal: Torx T20
● Spacing bolts PC/104: Hexagon head 5mm
Preparation
Isolate the device from power supply.

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Open the device
Steps in opening the device (front panel)
1 Remove the six screws.
2 Remove the front panel.

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10.2 Memory expansion
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10.2 Memory expansion
10.2.1 Installing the memory module
Memory expansion options
The motherboard is equipped with one slot for an SO-DIMM DDR3 memory module. This
lets you expand the memory capacity of your device to a maximum of 4 GB. 3 GB of this
memory is available for the operating system and applications.
Note
We recommend using the original spare parts for memory configuration.
Preparation
Disconnect the device from the power supply.
CAUTION
The electronic components on the PCBs are highly sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Always take appropriate precautionary measures when handling these components. Refer
to the ESD directives on handling electrostatically sensitive components ESD Guidelines
(Page 147).
Removing a memory module
How to remove a memory module
1 Open the device.
2 Open the retention clamps ①. Tilt the
memory module forward.
3 Carefully remove the memory module.

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10.2 Memory expansion
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Installing a memory module
How to install a memory module
1 Set the memory module in the mount
tilting forward.
2 Carefully push the memory module back into the heat sink until it fully engages.
3 Close the device.
Display of the current memory configuration
The new memory configuration is detected automatically. System RAM, Extended RAM and
Cache SRAM are displayed during device startup.

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10.3 Installing PCI-104 / PC/104 Plus modules
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10.3 Installing PCI-104 / PC/104 Plus modules
10.3.1 Notes on the modules
Notes on module specifications
The device is designed for use with modules conforming to specifications of the PC/104
Consortium.
● PCI-104 modules: PCI compatible (120-pin plug)
● PC/104
Plus
modules that use only the 120-pin plug (PCI bus)
Note
The necessary expansion frames for mounting these modules can be ordered as a six-
pack with order number 6AG4070-0BA00-0XA0 via the A&D online ordering system
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/mall).
NOTICE
When expanding the device with PCI-104 / PC/104 Plus modules, adhere to the safety
and mounting regulations for the expansion modules.
The device may be mounted in an enclosure that meets the requirements of Sections
4.6 and 4.7.3 of IEC/UL/EN/DINEN60950-1.

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10.3.2 Mounting PCI-104 or PC/104 Plus modules
Tools
Use hexagon head screws (5 mm) to mount the spacing bolts of the PCI-104- or PC/104-
Plus
module. If this is the only PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
module you wish to mount, you can
also use screws (M3) instead of the spacing bolts.
Preparation
● Isolate the device from power supply.
● Two blanking plates are mounted on the expansion frame. If the PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
module features external ports, you can use these blinding plates to mount the
connectors. You can also use a slot plate with existing connector perforations. You can
find required dimensions in the section Dimension drawing of the blanking plate
(Page 103).
CAUTION
The electronic components on the PCBs are highly sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Always take appropriate precautionary measures when handling these components.
Refer to the ESD directives on handling electrostatically sensitive components ESD
Guidelines (Page 147).
Mounting PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
modules
Steps for mounting an expansion module
1 Open the device (remove front panel).
2 Insert module in slot ①.

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Steps for mounting an expansion module
3 Secure the module with four
screws or spacing bolts.
4 Mount the expansion frame
② and secure it with six
spacing bolts.
Mount the slot plates ③.
5 Mount the front panel on the expansion frame.
Mounting additional PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
modules
The device can be equipped with a maximum of PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
modules. An
additional expansion frame is required for each module.
Follow the mounting procedure described in the previous section (steps 2 to 4).
Configuring/installing a PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
module
You may need to make settings in the BIOS Setup. For detailed information about
installation, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the respective module.

Expansions and Configurations
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10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards
10.4.1 Installation options for Compact Flash cards
Memory expansion options
The device features an accessible slot for Compact Flash cards (types I / II). As an
alternative to a hard disk, you can optionally order a fixed-mounted, inaccessible Compact
Flash card drive.
Only use SIMATIC PC Compact Flash cards for industrial application.
Note
Only SIMATIC PC CompactFlash cards with product version number 02 (ES 02) can be
used for this device.
Figure 10-1 SIMATIC IPC CompactFlash®

Expansions and Configurations
10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards
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10.4.2 Installing/removing an accessible Compact Flash card
Preparation
Disconnect the device from the power supply.
CAUTION
The electronic components on the PCBs are highly sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Always take appropriate precautionary measures when handling these components. Refer
to the ESD directives on handling electrostatically sensitive components ESD Guidelines
(Page 147).
Opening the module receptacle
Steps for opening the module receptacle
Turn the cover plate ① of the module
receptacle 180 degrees counter-
clockwise.

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Installing the Compact Flash card
Steps for installing a Compact Flash card
1 Open the module receptacle.
2 Insert the CompactFlash card with the
connector facing in until it locks into
place ①.
3 Close the module receptacle again.
Note
The Compact Flash slot is coded against reversed insertion. Insert it so that its upper side
(label side) is facing the front panel of the device.
CAUTION
If the Compact Flash card meets resistance, flip it over. Never insert the CompactFlash
card with force.

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10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards
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Removing the Compact Flash card
Steps for removing a Compact Flash card
1 Open the module receptacle.
2 Press the eject button ① and remove
the CompactFlash card.
3 Close the module receptacle again.

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10.4.3 Installing/removing a built-in Compact Flash card
Steps for removing a built-in Compact Flash card
1 Remove the four screws of the
cover plate and remove it
2 Press the eject button ① and
carefully remove the
CompactFlash card from the
holder.
3 Fasten the cover plate again.
To install, carry out the above steps in reverse order.

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Maintenance and Service 11
11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components
11.1.1 Repairs
Carrying out repairs
Only authorized personnel are permitted to repair the device.
WARNING
Unauthorized opening and improper repairs on the device may result in substantial damage
to equipment or endanger the user.
● Always separate the device from the mains before opening it.
● Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other
expansion devices, you may damage the device or violate the safety requirements and
regulations on RF 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 device, the warranty
becomes void.
NOTICE
Check the ESD Guidelines (Page 147).
Limitation of Liability
All specifications and approvals are only valid when the expansion component feature the
CE symbol. Observe the installation instructions for the expansion components.
UL approval of the device only applies when the UL-approved components are operated
taking the "Conditions of Acceptability" into consideration.
No liability can be accepted for impairment of functions caused by the use of third-party
devices or components.

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Tools
● Torx T8 (cover and upper sheet metal cover)
● Torx T10 (hard disk mounting)
● Torx T20 (Protective earth terminal)
● Hexagon head 5mm (spacing bolts PC/104)
11.1.2 Preventive maintenance
To maintain high system availability, we recommend the preventative exchange of those PC
components that are subject to wear. The table below indicates the intervals for this
exchange.
Component Exchange interval:
Hard disk 3 years
CMOS backup battery 5 years

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11.1.3 Replacing hard disk or SSD drive
CAUTION
Drives may only be replaced by authorized qualified personnel.
Tools
You will need size TORX T8 and T10 screwdrivers to mount the hard disk and a 5mm Allen
wrench for installing/removing PC/104 modules.
You will need a TORX T20 screwdriver to loosen the protective earth terminal.
Preparation
1. Disconnect the device from the power supply.
2. Unplug all peripherals (mouse, keyboard, monitor, for example) from the device.
Removing drives
NOTICE
Check the ESD Guidelines (Page 147).
How to remove a drive
1 Remove the four screws of the
cover plate and remove it

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How to remove a drive
2 Remove the four screws holding
the drive to the back of the
enclosure.
3 Carefully remove the drive from
the enclosure.
4 Take the drive out of the holder.
Installing a drive
Carry out the described tasks in the reverse order.

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11.1.4 Replace the backup battery
To be noted before you replace the battery
Note
The service life of a backup battery is approximately 5 - 8 years, depending on the operating
conditions.
CAUTION
Risk of damage!
The lithium battery may only be replaced with an identical battery or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer (Order No.: A5E00331143).
Disposal
CAUTION
Depleted batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
Preparation
Note
The configuration data and contents of the SRAM in the device are buffered for at least
30 seconds.
1. Write down the current settings of the BIOS setup or save the settings as a user profile in
the Exit menu (Page 131) of the BIOS setup.
A list in which you can note this information is available in the BIOS description.
2. Disconnect the device from the power supply.
Tool
You will need a TORX T8 screwdriver to open the battery compartment.

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Replacing the battery
Proceed as follows:
Steps for replacing the battery
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Remove the battery holder.
3 Pull out the battery plug ①.
4 Take the old battery out of the holder.
5 Place a new battery in the holder and reconnect the battery plug.
6 Close the battery compartment.
Reconfiguring the BIOS Setup
If the battery replacement takes longer than 30 seconds, the configuration data of the device
will be lost. You will have to reconfigure the BIOS setup in this case.

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11.2 Reinstalling the operating system
11.2.1 Windows Embedded Standard 2009
11.2.1.1 General installation procedure
If your software becomes corrupt for any reason, you can reinstall it from the
Restore CD/DVD. The Restore CD/DVD contains an image file for the hard disk or CF card
with the original software (operating system with installed hardware drivers).
Note
You require a USB keyboard and a USB CD-ROM drive to reinstall the operating system.
Before performing the new installation, you should check the date and time set in the BIOS
Setup (Page 117) and correct it if necessary.

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11.2.1.2 Restoring the software to factory state using the Restore DVD
You can restore the original factory software using the Restore CD/DVD. The CD/DVD
contains the necessary images and tools for transferring the factory software to the hard disk
/ SSD or CF card of your PC. The following options are available for restoring software:
● Restore the entire hard disk / SSD with drive C: (system) and drive D:
● Restore drive C: only. This allows you to retain any user data on drive D.
● Restore the entire CF card
● Restore the system partition of the CF card only.
CAUTION
If "Restore system partition only" is set all data on drive C: (system) will be deleted. All
data, user settings and all authorizations or license keys on drive C: will be lost in the
process! All data on drive C: of your hard disk drive will be deleted. Setup formats the
hard disk partition and reinstalls the original factory software.
When you select the "Restore entire hard disk" option, ALL the data, user settings and
authorizations or license keys will be lost on the hard disk.
NOTICE
When using device models with two CompactFlash cards, the data is transferred to the
accessible CF card. If you want to transfer the software to the built-in CF card, you need
to remove the removable CF card before performing the restore.
Restoring the factory state
To restore the factory state, proceed as follows:
1. Connect a USB CD-ROM drive to the device.
2. Insert the Restore CD/DVD in the drive and reboot the device. When the BIOS message
appears, press
Press <F2> to enter Setup or <ESC> to show the Boot menu
the F2 key.
3. Select the Boot menu and move the entry "CD-ROM Drive" to the first position.

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4. Close the BIOS setup with the "Exit Saving Changes" entry.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
CAUTION
All existing data, programs, user settings and authorizations or license keys will be
deleted from the hard disk and are therefore lost.
Note
The "Legacy USB Support" option has to be set to "Enabled" in the Advanced menu of
the BIOS so that the device can address a USB CD-ROM drive.

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11.2.2 Windows XP Professional
11.2.2.1 General installation procedure
If your software becomes corrupt for any reason, you have two possibilities:
● Restoring the factory state of the software by means of the Restore DVD
The Restore DVD contains an image of the original supplied software (operating system
with installed drivers) and is included in the Windows XP Professional variant.
● Setting up the operating system with the Recovery CD
The recovery CD contains the tools required to set up the hard drive / SSD as well as the
Windows XP Professional operating system. After the required data have been copied to
the hard disk / SSD, you can run Windows XP Professional Setup to install the operating
system.
The Recovery CD is included in the scope of delivery for Windows XP Professional.
Note
You will need a USB keyboard in order to reinstall the operating system. Before
performing the new installation, you should reset the date and time set in the BIOS Setup
(Page 117).

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11.2.2.2 Restoring the Software to Factory State Using the Restore DVD
You can reinstall the original factory software (included in the Windows XP Professional
product package) using the Restore DVD. The DVD contains the necessary images and
tools for transferring the factory software to the hard disk or SSD of your PC. The following
options are available for restoring software:
● Restore the entire hard disk or SSD with the system drive with all partitions and drive D:.
● Restore the system partition only. This allows you to retain any user data on drive D.
CAUTION
If "Restore system partition" option is set, all data on your system partition will be
deleted. All data, user settings and all authorizations or license keys on the system drive
will be lost in this case. The system drive on the hard disk will be completely deleted and
reformatted, and the original factory software will be copied to it.
When you select the "Restore entire system drive" option, ALL data, user settings and
authorizations or license keys on the system drive will be lost together with all partitions.
Restoring the factory state
To restore the factory state, proceed as follows:
1. Connect a USB DVD-ROM drive to the device.
2. Insert the Restore DVD in the drive and reboot the device. When the BIOS message
Press <F2> to enter Setup or <ESC> to show the Boot menu
appears, press the F2 key.
3. Select the Boot menu and move the entry "CD-ROM Drive" to the first position.
4. Close the BIOS setup with the "Exit Saving Changes" entry.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
CAUTION
All existing data, programs, user settings and authorizations or license keys will be
deleted from the hard disk and are therefore lost.
Note
The "Legacy USB Support" option has to be set to "Enabled" in the Advanced menu of
the BIOS so that the device can address a USB DVD-ROM drive.

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Setting up the language selection for Windows XP Professional / Embedded Standard
The Multilanguage User Interface (MUI) allows you to set up the Windows XP Professional /
Embedded Standard menus and dialogs for additional languages.
Default language of your Windows XP Professional / Embedded Standard MUI installation is
English and a US keyboard layout. You can change the language in the Control Panel.
Select:
Start > Control Panel > Regional and Language Options Languages,
tab Language used in menus and dialogs field.
For the Regional and Language Options set the default as non-Unicode programs under Advanced in
addition to the language for menus and dialogs.

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11.2.2.3 Setting up the operating system via the Recovery CD/DVD
Use the supplied Recovery CD/DVD to install Windows to suit your particular requirements.
You also need the included Documentation and Drivers CD.
Note
Prerequisite is that you connect a USB CD-ROM drive to the device and have set the
"Legacy USB Support" option to "Enabled" in the BIOS setup.
Booting with the Recovery CD/DVD
1. Insert the Restore CD/DVD in your drive and reboot the device. When the BIOS message
Press <F2> to enter Setup or <ESC> to show Bootmenu
appears, press the ESC key. The "Boot Menu" is displayed when initialization is
completed.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions until the "Windows XP Professional Setup" window
opens.
Partition setup
After you have installed a new hard disk or SSD, or if partitions are faulty, or when you wish
to change the partitioning on your hard disk, you need to create or reconfigure partitions on
the hard disk.
CAUTION
When you delete or create partitions or logical DOS partitions, you lose all data on the hard
disk. All drives on the hard disk or SSD will be deleted.
With Windows XP operating systems, the factory state features two partitions with an NTFS
file system on the hard disk. To restore the partitions to factory state, follow the on-screen
instructions:
● To install the selected partition, select "ENTER"
● To create a new partition in an unpartitioned area, press C.
● To delete the selected partition, press D.
Note
The on-screen instructions are in English.

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Installation of the operating system
Follow the on-screen instructions when the "Windows XP Professional Setup" window
appears.
Note
Note that there must still be free space on the drive after the selected recovery data has
been transferred:
1500 MB for Windows XP
Note
If you want to use Windows XP as a professional you should have the following manual (not
included in the product package) available:
Microsoft Windows XP Professional, the technical reference" (MSPress Nr 934).
This manual contains information specifically for administrators involved in installing,
managing and integrating Windows in networks or multi-user environments.
Setting up the language selection for Windows XP Professional
The Multilanguage User Interface (MUI) allows you to set up the Windows XP Professional
menus and dialogs for additional languages.
To install the MUI, start the program MUISETUP.EXE in the folder
CD_DRIVE:\MUI
of the "MUI-english" Recovery CD/DVD or in root folder of the "MUI Windows XP" Recovery
CD/DVD. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the required languages.
Default language of your Windows XP MUI installation is English and a US keyboard layout.
You can change the language in the Control Panel. Select:
Start > Control Panel > Regional and Language Options Languages, tab Language used in menus
and dialogs field.
For the Regional and Language Options set the default as non-Unicode programs under Advanced in
addition to the language for menus and dialogs.

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11.3 Partitioning data media
11.3.1 Setting up the partitions under Windows Embedded Standard 2009
You need to set up the partitions on the CompactFlash card after installing a new drive, to
repair corrupt partitions or to change the partitioning.
Partitioning the Compact Flash card
The factory state of the Compact Flash card includes the following partitions:
Size of the card Partition Name
2 GB 4 GB 8 GB
File system
1. Partition SYSTEM 1536 MB 2560 MB 5120 MB NTFS
(compressed)
2. Partition DATA Remainder * Remainder * Remainder * NTFS
(compressed)
* Due to partitioning/formatting, the actual Compact Flash capacity does not correspond to
the memory size specified on the Compact Flash.
Partitioning the hard disk
The following partitions are configured in the factory state of the hard disk with Windows
Embedded Standard 2009:
Partition Name Size File system
1. Partition SYSTEM 25 GB NTFS (not compressed)
2. Partition DATA Remainder NTFS (not compressed)
Partitioning the SSD drive
The following partitions are configured in the factory state of the SSD drive with Windows
Embedded Standard 2009:
Partition Name Size File system
1. Partition SYSTEM 15 GB NTFS (not compressed)
2. Partition DATA Remainder NTFS (not compressed)
To restore the original partition to its factory state, we recommend the software tool SIMATIC
PC/PG Image Creator. Detailed information about using this tool is available in the
manufacturer documentation.

Maintenance and Service
11.3 Partitioning data media
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11.3.2 Setting up the partitions under Windows XP Professional
You need to set up the partitions on the CompactFlash card after installing a new drive, to
repair corrupt partitions or to change the partitioning.
Partitioning the hard disk
The factory state of the hard disk with Windows XP Professional includes the following
partitions:
Partition Name Size File system
1. Partition SYSTEM 25 GB NTFS (not compressed)
2. Partition DATA Remainder NTFS (not compressed)
Partitioning the SSD drive
The following partitions are configured in the factory state of the SSD drive with Windows XP
Professional:
Partition Name Size File system
1. Partition SYSTEM 15 GB NTFS (not compressed)
2. Partition DATA Remainder NTFS (not compressed)
To restore the original partition to its factory state, we recommend the software tool SIMATIC
PC/PG Image Creator. Detailed information about using this tool is available in the
manufacturer documentation.

Maintenance and Service
11.4 Installing drivers and software
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11.4 Installing drivers and software
11.4.1 Driver installation under Windows Embedded Standard 2009
The driver installation under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 is conducted in the same
way as under Windows XP Professional. Pay attention to the installation instructions of the
driver manufacturer.
When installing drivers under Windows Embedded Standard 2009, you may see a prompt for
the "Windows XP Installation CD".
● In this case, insert the Restore DVD.
The required files are in the folder \Drivers_WES.
● Disable the Enhanced Write Filter before installing drivers and enable it again when you
are finished.
11.4.2 Installing drivers and software
NOTICE
Before you install new drivers or updates for multilingual operating systems, (MUI versions),
reset the regional settings for menus and dialogs and the default language to US English.
Install the drivers and software from the included "Documentation and Drivers" CD.
Procedure:
1. Place the CD into the drive.
2. Start the program with "START".
3. Select "Drivers & Updates" from the index.
4. Select the operating system in "Drivers & Updates".
5. Install the required driver.
NOTICE
For new Windows XP Professional installations, the chipset driver must be installed
before you install any other drivers.

Maintenance and Service
11.5 Installing updates
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11.5 Installing updates
11.5.1 Updating the operating system
Windows
The latest updates for the Windows operating system are available on the Internet at
Microsoft Side Guide (http://www.microsoft.com).
NOTICE
Before you install new drivers or operating system updates for Windows MUI versions, set
the default language to US English in the regional settings for menus and dialogs.
Other operating systems
Please contact the corresponding manufacturer.
11.5.2 Installing or updating application programs and drivers
A USB drive has to be connected to install the software from a CD and/or floppy disk under
Windows Embedded Standard 2009 / Windows XP Professional.
Drivers for USB floppy disk and CD-ROM drives are included in
Windows Embedded Standard 2009 / Windows XP Professional and do not have to be
installed from other sources.
For information about installation of SIMATIC software packages, refer to the corresponding
manufacturer documentation.
For updates of drivers and application programs from third-party manufacturers, contact the
respective manufacturer.
NOTICE
Before you install new drivers or operating system updates at Windows XP Professional
MUI versions, the regional settings for menus and dialogs and the default language have to
be reset to US English.

Maintenance and Service
11.5 Installing updates
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11.5.3 Performing a BIOS update
Download from BIOS update
Check regularly if updates are available for download to your device.
You can find the downloads in the Internet (http://www.siemens.com/asis) in the "Support"
tab under "Tools & Downloads"´. Using the global search function, you can then also search
for any downloads you require.

Maintenance and Service
11.6 Data backup
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11.6 Data backup
11.6.1 Creating an image
Data backup under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 / Windows XP Professional
To back up data under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 / Windows XP Professional, we
recommend the software tool SIMATIC PC/PG Image Creator (as of V3.0). This tool
provides comfortable and efficient functions for backup and restoring the full content of
Compact Flash cards, of HDDs and of individual partitions (images.)
The Image Creator only supports the burning of DVD media.
The software is available at the Siemens A&D online ordering system
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/mall). For detailed information about SIMATIC PC/PG
Image Creator, refer to the corresponding product documentation.

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Alarm, error and system messages 12
12.1 Boot error messages
During startup (the boot process), the BIOS first performs a Power On Self Test (POST) and
checks whether certain functional units of the PC are operating error-free. The boot
sequence is immediately interrupted if critical errors occur.
BIOS initializes and tests further functional units if the POST does not return any errors. In
this startup phase, the graphics controller is initialized and any error messages are output to
the screen.
The error messages output by system BIOS are listed below. For information on error
messages output by the operating system or application programs, refer to the
corresponding manuals.
On-screen error messages
On-screen error message Meaning / tip
Operating system not found Possible causes:
• No operating system installed
• Incorrect active boot partition
• Wrong boot drive settings in SETUP
Keyboard controller error Controller error.
Contact your technical support team.
Smart error Hard disk reports pending failure through S.M.A.R.T.

Alarm, error and system messages
12.1 Boot error messages
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Troubleshooting/FAQs 13
13.1 General problems
This chapter provides you with tips on how to locate and troubleshoot common problems.
Problem Possible cause To correct or avoid error
The device is not
operational.
There is no power supply
to the device.
Check if the power switch is set to ON.
The monitor is switched
off.
Switch on the monitor.
The monitor is in
"powersave" mode.
Press any key on the keyboard.
The brightness button has
been set to dark.
Set the monitor brightness button to obtain more light. For detailed
information, refer to the monitor operating instructions.
• Check whether the power cord has been properly connected to
the monitor and to the system unit or to the grounded shockproof
outlet.
• Check whether the monitor cable has been properly connected to
the system unit and to the monitor.
The monitor remains
dark.
The power cord or the
monitor cable is not
connected.
If the monitor screen still remains dark after you have performed
these checks, please contact your technical support team.
The mouse driver is not
loaded.
Check whether the mouse driver is properly installed and present
when you start the application program. For more detailed
information, refer to the manuals for the mouse or application
programs.
Check whether the mouse cord is properly connected to the system
unit. If you use an adapter or extension on the mouse cable, also
check the connectors.
The mouse pointer
does not appear on
the screen.
The mouse is not
connected.
If the mouse pointer still does not appear on the screen after you
have performed these checks and measures, please contact your
technical support team.
Wrong time and/or
date on the PC.
• Press <F2> within the boot sequence to open BIOS Setup.
• Set the time and date in the setup menu.
Although the BIOS
setting is OK, the time
and data are still
wrong.
The backup battery is
dead.
In this case, please contact your technical support team.
Operating system does
not support the USB port.
No remedy. USB device not
responding
The operating system
does not have a suitable
driver for the USB device.
Install a suitable driver; the correct driver can often be downloaded
from the homepage of the device's manufacturer.
The EWF for Windows Embedded Standard 2009 must first be
disabled for this purpose.

Troubleshooting/FAQs
13.2 Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers
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13.2 Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers
Problem Possible cause To correct or avoid error
Check your computer configuration:
• If the computer configuration corresponds with factory state,
please contact your technical support team.
• If the computer configuration has changed, restore the
original factory settings. Remove all third-party modules,
then restart the PC. If the error no longer occurs, the third-
party module was the cause of the fault. Replace this
module with a Siemens module or contact the module
supplier.
The PC crashes
during startup.
• I/O addresses are assigned
twice.
• Hardware interrupts and/or
DMA channels are assigned
twice
• Signal frequencies or signal
levels are not adhered to
• Different connector pin
assignments
If the PC still crashes, contact your technical support team.

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Technical specifications 14
14.1 General specifications
General specifications
Order numbers see the order documents
Dimensions 262x142x47 (WxHxD in mm)
Weight Approximately 2 kg
Supply voltage (DC) 24 VDC 1 (19.2 to 28.8 V)
Brief power failure
according to Namur
min. 15 ms (at 20.4 V)
Max. 10 events per hour; min. 1 s recovery time
Maximum power consumption 4 A (at 24 V)
Noise emission <40dB (A) to DIN 45635-1
Degree of protection IP 20 to IEC 60529
Safety
Protection class Protection class I to IEC 61140
Safety specifications EN 60950-1; UL 60950; CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1; UL 508;
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 142 or CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.14-05
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Emitted interference EN 61000-6-3 , EN 61000-6-4 , CISPR22:2004 Class B;
FCC Class A
Noise immunity:
Mains borne disturbance variables on supply lines
+/- 2 kV to IEC 61000-4-4; Burst
+/-1 kV to IEC 61000-4-5; surge symmetric
+/- 2 kV to IEC 61000-4-5; Surge asymmetric
Noise immunity on signal lines ± -1 kV to IEC 61000-4-4; Burst; Length < 3 m
± /-2 kV to IEC 61000-4-4; Burst; length > 3 m
± /-2 kV to IEC 61000-4-5; Surge; length > 30 m
Immunity to discharges of static electricity +/-6 kV contact discharge according to IEC 61000-4-2
-8 kV air discharge according to IEC 61000-4-2
Immunity to RF interference 10 V/m 80 – 1000 MHz and 1.4 - 2 GHz, 80% AM to
IEC 61000-4-3
1 V/m 2 - 2.7 GHz, 80% AM to IEC 61000-4-3
10 V 10 KHz – 80 MHz, 80% AM to IEC 61000-4-6
Magnetic field 100 A/m 50/60 Hz according to IEC 61000-4-8
1 The generation of the 24 DC V supply voltage by the line-side SV must be made as functional extra-low voltage
with safe electrical isolation according to
IEC 60364-4-41 or as SELV in conformity to IEC/UL/EN/DIN-EN 60950-1 and LPS / NEC Class 2.

Technical specifications
14.1 General specifications
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Climatic Conditions
Temperature Tested according to IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2,
IEC 60068-2-14
- Operation
Horizontal mounting position:
Operation with hard disk:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): +5 to +40° C
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): 0 to +45°C
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +50°C
Operation with CompactFlash card:
• Without expansion modules in RAL: 0 to +55°C
Vertical / portrait mounting position:
Operation with hard disk:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W): +5 to +40° C
Operation with CompactFlash card:
• Without expansion modules: 0 to +45° C
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +45° C
Operation with CompactFlash card:
• with up to 3 expansion modules
(max. load 9 W) in RAL: 0 to +50° C
Horizontal mounting position:
Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive and without
expansion modules: 0 to +40° C
RAL = Restricted Access Location
(installation of device in operating facilities with restricted access -
for example, a locked control cabinet)
- Storage/transport –20° to +60°C
- Gradient Operating mode: Max. 10°C/h; Storage: 20°C/h; no condensation
Relative humidity
- Operation
-Storage/transport
tested to IEC 60068-2-78, IEC 60068-2-30
5% to 80% at 25° C (no condensation)
5% to 95% at 25° C (no condensation)

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14.1 General specifications
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General specifications
Mech. Ambient conditions
Vibration Tested to DIN IEC 60068-2-6
- Operation with CompactFlash card 5 to 9 Hz: 3.5 mm, 9 to 500 Hz: 9.8 m/s2
with hard disk and wall installation: 10 to 58 Hz: 0.0375 mm; 58 to
200 Hz: 4.9 m/s2
with hard disk and DIN rail mounting or vertical installation: Starting
prohibited
- Storage/transport 5 to 9 Hz: 3.5 mm, 9 to 500 Hz: 9.8 m/s2
Resistance to shock Tested to DIN IEC 60068-2-27
- Operation without hard disk drive: 150 m/s2, 11 ms;
with hard disk drive: 50 m/s2, 30 ms
- Storage/transport 250 m/s2, 6 ms
Special Features
Quality assurance acc. to ISO 9001
Motherboard
Processor Intel Celeron M 1.2 GHz, 1 MB SLC or
Intel Pentium Core 2 Solo 1.2 GHz, 3 MB SLC or
Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo 1.2 GHz, 3 MB SLC
Front Side Bus 800 MHz
Main memory SO-DIMM modules; 512/1024/2048/4096 MB DDR3-SDRAM
Buffer memory 2 MB SRAM (256 KB of this can be backed up in the buffer time of
the power supply under full load)
Free expansion slots Up to 3 PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
modules can be used
(max. permitted power loss: 3 W per module, 9 W total)
Drives / storage media
Hard disk 1x 2.5" SATA-HD optional
Solid State Disk 1x 2.5" SATA-SSD optional
Compact Flash card 256/2048/4096/8192 MB
Graphics
Graphics controller Intel GMA4500
Graphics memory 8 - 512 MB Shared Memory
Resolutions/frequencies/color depth CRT: 640 x 480 to 1920 x 1200 / 60 - 120Hz
DVI-LCD: 640 x 480 to 1920 x 1200 / 60Hz

Technical specifications
14.1 General specifications
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Ports
COM1; COM2 (optional) RS232, max. 115 Kbps., 9-pin Cannon, male
VGA/DVI VGA integrated in the DVI-I
Keyboard USB support
Mouse USB support
USB 4x USB 2.0 high-speed / high current
PROFIBUS / MPI interface, isolated
- Transmission speed
- Operating modes
9-pin Cannon socket, 2-row
9.6 Kbps to 12 Mbps
DP master: DP-V0, DP-V1 with SOFTNET-DP
DP slave: DP-V0, DP-V1 with SOFTNET DP slave
Ethernet 2x Ethernet ports (RJ45) Intel 82574L
10/100/1000 Mbps, isolated
Teaming-capable
CAN (on request) Philips SJA1000
Status displays on the device
PWR GREEN Indicates correct supply voltage of 3.3 V, 5 V and 12 V from the
integrated power unit
OFF Watchdog disabled
GREEN Watchdog enabled, monitoring time not expire
WD
RED Watchdog enabled, monitoring time expired
OFF
YELLOW
RED
Can be controlled by user programs L1 (LED 1)
SF (Group fault)
RED Can be controlled by controller program (e.g. WinAC)
OFF
YELLOW
GREEN
Can be controlled by user programs L2 (LED 2)
RUN
STOP
GREEN
YELLOW
Can be controlled by controller program (e.g. WinAC)

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14.2 Power requirements of the components
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14.2 Power requirements of the components
Maximum power consumption of the auxiliary components
Auxiliary components Maximum permitted power
consumption
Max. total power
+5 V +3.3 V +12 V -12 V
USB device High current 500 mA -- -- -- 10 W (for all USB devices)
Per slot 1.5 A 1.5 A 0.3 A 0.2 A PC/104
modules Total 2 A 2 A 0.5 A 0.5 A
9 W (for the whole device)
1) The total load for PCI-104 and USB expansion is max. 15W.
NOTICE
Device can overheat!
For thermal reasons, a 3 watt power loss per PCI/104 slot should not be exceeded.

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14.3 Integrated DC power supply
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14.3 Integrated DC power supply
Technical specifications
Input voltage 24 VDC (19.2 to 28.8 VDC)
Power consumption 1) max. 72 W
Power failure buffering Hold-up time > 15 ms
(after > 5 ms DC_FAIL becomes active)
Maximum continuous output power 1) 60 W
Degree of protection IP 20
Protection class Safety class I (A protective conductor must be
connected to the device)
1) The performance specifications apply to the power supply components and the IPC427C device.
Note
Inrush current
A minimum of 4.5 A inrush current for 15 ms is required for starting the IPC427C.
The peak value of the startup current depends on the input voltage and the impedance of the
24V source: Peak values of more than 4.5 A are possible. This will not inhibit the operation
of the IPC427C.
Typical power consumption
Current consumption Power consumption
(at 24 V rated voltage)
Base device with Celeron or
Core 2 Solo processor
550 mA 13 W
Base device with Core 2 Duo
processor
750 mA 18 W
Fieldbus (Profibus or Profinet) 120 mA 3 W
2.5" hard disk 100 mA 2 W
Expansion USB 1) max. 500 mA max. 12 W
Expansion PCI-104 1) max. 460 mA max. 11 W
1) The total load for PCI-104 and USB expansion is max. 15W.

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Dimension drawings 15
15.1 Overview of the dimensional drawings
This section contains the following dimension drawings:
● Dimension drawings of the device (Page 98)
● Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets (Page 99)
● Dimensional drawings of the device with vertical mounting angles (Page 101)
● Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames (Page 102)
● Dimension drawing of the blanking plate (Page 103)
Note
The dimensions are always given in in mm and inch (above: Millimeter, below: Inch

Dimension drawings
15.2 Dimension drawings of the device
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15.2 Dimension drawings of the device
Figure 15-1 Dimensional drawing of the device: Front view
Figure 15-2 Dimensional drawing of the device: Side view

Dimension drawings
15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets
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15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets
Figure 15-3 Dimensional drawing of the device with mounting brackets Front view and top view

Dimension drawings
15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets
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Figure 15-4 Dimensional drawing of the device with mounting brackets Side view

Dimension drawings
15.4 Dimensional drawings of the device with vertical mounting angles
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15.4 Dimensional drawings of the device with vertical mounting angles
Figure 15-5 Dimensional drawings of the device with vertical mounting brackets

Dimension drawings
15.5 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames
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15.5 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames
Figure 15-6 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames

Dimension drawings
15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate
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15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate
Figure 15-7 Dimensional drawing of the blinding plate

Dimension drawings
15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate
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Detailed descriptions 16
16.1 Internal components
16.1.1 Overview of internal components
The basic components of the device are
● the motherboard with processor, chipset, one slot for a RAM module, internal and
external ports,
● a DC/DC converter for the power supply of the device
Figure 16-1 Internal layout of the device
① Slot for a memory module ④ Motherboard
② Slot for up to three PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
modules
⑤ DC/DC converter
③ Slot for Compact Flash card

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16.1.2 Technical features of the motherboard
Component /
port
Description Parameters
Chipset Intel GM45+ICH-9m
BIOS Insyde H20...
CPU Intel Celeron M
Inter Pentium Core 2 Solo
Intel Pentium Core 2 Duo
1.2 GHz, 1 MB SLC
1.2 GHz, 3 MB SLC
1.2 GHz, 3 MB SLC
Memory DDR 3 SO-DIMM module 512 MB / 1024 MB / 2048 MB / 4096 MB
Graphics Intel GMA4500 8 - 512 MB graphics memory taken
dynamic from RAM

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16.1.3 External ports
16.1.3.1 Overview
Port Position Description
COM1; COM2 (optional) external 9-pin male V24
USB external Four USB channels
4 x high current
USB 1.1
USB 2.0
PROFIBUS /MPI /DP12(optional) external 9-pin female
CAN (optional) external 9-pin female CAN
Ethernet external 2 x RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps
DVI-I external DVI-I standard socket
16.1.3.2 COM1/2
Serial port COM1, 9-pin (plug) or COM2 (optional)
Pin no. Short description Description
1 DCD Data carrier detect (I)
2 RxD Received data (I)
3 TxD Transmitted data (O)
4 DTR Data terminal ready (O)
5 GND Ground
6 DSR Data set ready (I)
7 RTS Request to send (O)
8 CTS Clear to send (I)
9 RI Incoming call (I)

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16.1.3.3 DVI-I
DV-I port, standard socket
Pin no. Short description Description
1 TMDS Data2- DVI data channel (O)
2 TMDS Data2+ DVI data channel (O)
3 TMDS Data2/4 shield Cable shield
4 NC*
5 NC
6 DDC clock (SCL) Display data channel – clock (I/O)
7 DDC data (SDA) Display data channel – data (I/O)
8 Analog vertical sync (VSYNC) Analog vertical sync signal (O)
9 TMDS Data1- DVI data channel (O)
10 TMDS Data1+ DVI data channel (O)
11 TMDS Data1/3 shield Cable shield
12 NC
13 NC
14 +5V power (VCC) +5V power for DCC (O)
15 Ground (return for +5V, Hsync and
Vsync) (GND)
Analog ground
16 Hot Plug Detect
17 TMDS data 0- DVI data channel (O)
18 TMDS data 0+ DVI data channel (O)
19 TMDS Data0/5 shield Cable shield
20 NC
21 NC
22 TMDS clock shield Cable shield
23 TMDS clock+ DVI clock channel (O)
24 TMDS clock- DVI clock channel (O)
C1 Analog red (R) Analog red signal (O)
C2 Analog green (G) Analog green signal (O)
C3 Analog blue (B) Analog blue signal (O)
C4 Analog horizontal sync (HSYNC) Analog horizontal sync signal (O)
C5 Analog ground (analog R, G, &
return) (GND)
Analog ground

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16.1.3.4 Ethernet
Ethernet RJ45 connection
/(' /('
Pin no. Short description Description Input / output
1 BI_DA+ Bi-directional data A+ Input/output
2 BI_DA- Bi-directional data A- Input/output
3 BI_DB+ Bi-directional data B+ Input/output
4 BI_DC+ Bi-directional data C+ Input/output
5 BI_DC- Bi-directional data C- Input/output
6 BI_DB- Bi-directional data B- Input/output
7 BI_DD+ Bi-directional data D+ Input/output
8 BI_DD- Bi-directional data D- Input/output
S Shield –
LED 1 Off: 10 Mbps
Lit in green: 100 Mbps
Lit in orange: 1000 Mbps
–
LED 2 Lit: Active connection
(to a hub, for example)
Flashing: Activity
–
16.1.3.5 USB
USB port, 4 channel high current
Pin no. Short description Description
1 USB_P5V_fused (O) + 5 V (fused) for external USB interface
2 USB_D0M (I/O) Data+, USB channel 0
3 USB_D0P (I/O) Data-, USB channel 0
4 USB_GND Ground for external USB interface

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16.1.3.6 PROFIBUS
PROFIBUS interface, 9-pin (socket)
Pin no. Short description Description
1-2 NC Not connected
3 LTG_B Data line (I/O)
4 RTS_AS Turn on PLC transmitter (O)
5 GND Ground isolated
6 P5V_dp_fused +5 V (fused) isolated
7 NC Not connected
8 LTG_A Data line (I/O)
9 RTS_PG PG Request to send (O)
16.1.3.7 CAN bus
CAN bus port, 9-pin (socket)
Pin no. Short description Description
1 - Reserved
2 CAN_L CAN bus signal (L active)
3 CAN_GND CAN station ground
4 - Reserved
5 - Reserved
6 - Reserved
7 CAN H CAN bus signal (H active)
8 - Reserved
9 - Reserved
NOTICE
The permitted maximum length of the CAN bus cable is 30 meters.

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16.1.4 Internal ports
16.1.4.1 Overview
Port Position Connector Description
Compact Flash card
(True IDE mode)
Internal X3 50-pin CF socket, types I / II
PCI -104 Internal PCI interface
16.1.4.2 Compact Flash card interface
Compact Flash card interface, X3
Pin no. Short description Description
41 RESET# Reset (output)
7 CS0# Chip select 0(output)
32 CS1# Chip select 1(output)
34 IORD# I/O read (output)
35 IOWR# I/O write (output)
20, 19, 18, A0-A2 Address bit 0-2 (output)
17, 16, 15, 14, 12, 11, 10, 8 A3-A10 Address bit 3-10 (output) to ground
21, 22, 23, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 47, 48, 49,
27, 28, 29, 30, 31
D0-D15 Data bits 0-15 (in/out)
37 INTRQ Interrupt request (input)
9 OE# /ATA SEL# Enables True IDE mode
24 IOCS16# I/O-chip select 16 (input)
39 CSEL# Cable select (output)
42 IORDY I/O ready (input)
46 PDIAG# Passed diagnostic
45 DASP# Drive active/slave present (not
connected)
26, 25 CD1#, CD2# Card detect (not connected)
33, 40 VS1#, VS2# Voltage sense (not connected)
43 DMARQ DMA request (input)
44 DMACK# DMA acknowledge (output)
36 WE# Write enable
1, 50 GND Ground
13, 38 VCC + 5V power

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16.1.4.3 PCI-104 or PC/104-Plus interface (PCI part)
PCI-104 or PCI part of the PC/104-Plus interface, X7
Pin no. O B C D
1 GND Reserved +5 AD00
2 VI/O 5V AD02 AD01 +5V
3 AD05 GND AD04 AD03
4 C/BE0# AD07 GND AD06
5 GND AD09 AD08 GND
6 AD11 VI/O AD10 M66EN
7 AD14 AD13 GND AD12
8 +3.3V C/BE1# AD15 +3.3V
9 SERR# GND -- PAR
10 GND PERR# +3.3V --
11 STOP# +3.3V LOCK# GND
12 +3.3V TRDY# GND DEVSEL#
13 FRAME# GND IRDY# +3.3V
14 GND AD16 +3.3V C/BE2#
15 AD18 +3.3V AD17 GND
16 AD21 AD20 GND AD19
17 +3.3V AD23 AD22 +3.3V
18 IDSEL0 = AD28 GND IDSEL1= AD29 IDSEL2 = AD30
19 AD24 C/BE3# VI/O IDSEL3 = AD31
20 GND AD26 AD25 GND
21 AD29 +5V AD28 AD27
22 +5V AD30 GND AD31
23 REQ0# GND REQ1# VI/O
24 GND REQ2# +5V GNT0#
25 GNT1# VI/O GNT2# GND
26 +5V CLK0 GND CLK1
27 CLK2 +5V CLK3 GND
28 GND INTD# +5V RST#
29 +12V INTA# INTB# INTC#
30 -12V Reserved Reserved GND

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16.2 BIOS Setup
16.2.1 Overview
BIOS Setup program
BIOS Setup program is stored in ROM BIOS. System configuration data are stored in
battery-backed RAM of the device.
SETUP can be used to define the hardware configuration (for example, the hard disk type)
and system properties. SETUP is also used to set the time and date of the realtime clock.
Changing the device configuration
Your device configuration is preset for operating with the included software. You should only
change the default values if you have modified the technical configuration your device, or if a
fault occurs when the unit is powered up.

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16.2.2 Starting BIOS Setup
Starting BIOS Setup
Start the setup program as follows:
1. Reset the device (warm or cold restart).
In the figures shown, the default settings differ based on the device versions. With the
default setting of your device, the display shown below appears following power-on, for
example:
On completion of the POST, the BIOS gives you the opportunity of starting the SETUP
program. The following message appears on the screen:
PRESS F2 go to Setup Utility or
Press ESC go to Boot Manager
2. Press F2 key as long as BIOS prompt appears on screen.

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16.2.3 BIOS Setup menus
The various menus and submenus are listed on the next pages. You can obtain information
on the selected SETUP item from the "Item-specific help" part of the respective menu.
Figure 16-2 BIOS SETUP menu (example)
① Header ④ Help window
② Menu bar ⑤ Command line
③ Selectable submenu

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Menu layout
The screen is divided into four sections. In the top section ②, you can select the submenus
[Main] [Advanced] [Security] [Boot] [Version] [Exit]. You can select various settings or
submenus in the left middle section ③. Short help texts are displayed on the right ④ for
currently selected menu entries; the bottom section contains information for operator input.
The following figures represent examples of specific device configurations. The screen
content may deviate slightly depending on the equipment actually supplied.
You can move between the menu forms using the cursor keys [←] left and [→] right.
Menu Description
Main System functions are set here
Advanced An extended system configuration can be set here
Security Security functions are set here, for example, a password.
Boot This is where the boot priority is specified.
Version Information about the programming device (for example, release status) can be found
here.
Exit Used for terminating and saving.

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16.2.4 Main menu
Figure 16-3 Main menu
Settings in the main menu
In the main menu, you can move up and down to select the following system configuration
boxes by means of the [↑] up and [↓] down cursor keys:
Field Meaning
System Time For viewing and setting the current time
System Date For viewing and setting the current date
by submenus
Serial ATA Port 0 Type of installed drives
Serial ATA Port 1 Type of installed drives
Boot options Used for setting the boot options
Keyboard Features Used for setting the keyboard interface (Numlock)
Hardware Options Used for setting the hardware options

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System time and date
System Time and System Date indicate the current values. Once you have selected the
appropriate option, you can use the [+] and [-] keys to modify the time setting
Hour: Minute: Second
and for the date
Month/Day/Year
.
You can navigate through the entries within the date and time fields (for example, from hour
to minute) using the Enter key.
Serial ATA Port 0, Serial ATA Port 1
Figure 16-4 "Serial ATA Port 0" submenu (example)
Fast PIO
Ultra DMA ATA-33
Ultra DMA ATA-66
Transfer Mode
Ultra DMA ATA-100
This field shows the transmission speed
of the interface. The displayed value depends on the
type of drive connected.
Exit the submenu by pressing ESC.

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"Boot Options" submenu
Figure 16-5 "Boot Options" submenu
Quick Boot Mode Some hardware tests are skipped to speed up the boot sequence.
The boot sequence is stopped if an error is detected during booting; you
must press F1 to acknowledge.
Never halt on
errors
Booting continues if errors occur
Halt on all errors Booting is stopped if an error is detected
All without
keyboard
Booting is stopped if any error except a keyboard error
occurs
POST errors
All without
kb/smart
Stop at any error, but not with a keyboard or S.M.A.R.T
storage media error.
Diagnostic screen Shows the diagnostics messages on the monitor during booting.

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"Keyboard Features" submenu
Figure 16-6 "Keyboard Features" submenu
On
Numlock
Off
Switches Numlock on or off following power on.

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"Hardware Options" submenu
Figure 16-7 "Hardware Options" field
The parameters of the interfaces present on the motherboard are set here.
Entry Meaning
Enabled Sharing the MPI/DP interface. The resources are managed
by the BIOS PCI Plug and Play mechanism.
PCI - MPI / DP
Disabled The MPI/DP interface is disabled.
Enabled The Ethernet port on the motherboard is enabled. Onboard Ethernet 1/2
Disabled The Ethernet port on the motherboard is disabled.
Ethernet 1/2 Address Shows the individual Ethernet address.
Enabled Booting via a connected LAN is possible. Ethernet 1/2 Remote
Boot Disabled Booting via LAN is not possible.
Enabled Dual view DVI/CRT is available via the DVI-I socket. Dual view DVI/CRT
Disabled Only one monitor can be enabled via the DVI/VGA socket.
Note
The second Ethernet interface support is OS dependent. For DOS based applications (e.g.
Image Creator), use the first Ethernet interface and disable the second Ethernet interface in
BIOS Setup. This is practical because some programs use the second Ethernet interface
because it is the first one found on the PCI bus.

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16.2.5 Advanced Menu
Menu layout
Figure 16-8 Advanced Menu
Settings in the Advanced Menu
Disabled High Precision Event Timer is disabled
HPET - HPET support
Enabled High Precision Event Timer is enabled
Disabled Disables Legacy Universal Serial Bus support
Booting via USB media is not possible: but USB keyboard and
USB mouse work.
Legacy USB support
Enabled Enables Legacy Universal Serial Bus support
Booting via USB media is possible and the USB keyboard and
USB mouse work.
The USB Boot function must be enabled to allow booting from
a USB device, or if the system is to be operated without USB
support with a USB keyboard or mouse.
Enabled Watchdog reset is enabled.
Disabled Watchdog reset is disabled.
SafeCard functions
The relevant driver and the application must be started for operation of the
monitoring functions.

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"IO Device Configuration" submenu
Figure 16-9 "IO Device Configuration" submenu
Disabled COM 1 or COM 2 is always disabled.
Auto BIOS switches on the COM. Resources are assigned
in the OS per reconfiguration.
Internal COM 1 / COM 2
Enabled COM 1 or COM 2 is always enabled. BIOS assigns
resources to COM.

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"SATA Configuration" submenu
Figure 16-10 "SATA Configuration" submenu
SATA Controller [Enabled]
[Disabled]
Disables or enables the SATA controller
[Enhanced] Serial ATA Ports 0/1 work in Legacy Mode.
Serial ATA Ports 4/5 work in Native IDE Mode.
Native PCI Serial ATA Ports 0/1/4/5 work in Native IDE Mode.
AHCI Serial ATA Ports 0/1 work in AHCI Mode (only relevant
for IPC427C).
SATA Controller mode
AHCI OpRom
Support
Serial ATA Ports 0/1/4/5 work in AHCI Mode with the
ROM support option (setting for Panel PC; not relevant
for IPC427C).

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16.2.6 Security menu
You can only edit the fields enclosed in square brackets. Two passwords can be assigned to
protect your PC from unauthorized use. The Supervisor password can be used to restrict
access to the hard disks.
Figure 16-11 "Security" menu (example)
Installed Certain Setup fields are configurable by the user,
including the user password.
Supervisor
Password
Not installed The password is disabled.
Installed Certain setup fields can be changed by the user,
including the user password.
User password
Not installed The password is disabled.
Set Supervisor
Password
This field opens the password input dialog. Authorized logged on users can
change the supervisor password, or delete and deactivate it by pressing
"Return."
Enabled Password must be entered to boot. Power on
password Disabled Password must be entered to access BIOS Setup.
View only Setup is accessible, but fields cannot be changed.
Limited Some setup entries can be changed.
User Access Level
Full All setup entries can be changed, except for the
supervisor password.
Set User
Password
This field opens the password input dialog. Logged on users can change the
password, or clear and deactivate it by pressing "Return."

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16.2.7 Boot menu
This menu allows you to assign a priority for the boot devices.
Figure 16-12 "Boot" menu

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Legacy
Specifies the boot sequence for boot devices with Legacy operating systems.
Figure 16-13 "Legacy" submenu

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Figure 16-14 "Boot Type Order" field
This screen shows all possible legacy boot types. The boot type with highest boot priority is
shown at the top. To change the sequence:
Select the boot source with the ↑↓ keys, move to the desired position with + or -.

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Note
You can open the Boot menu and select the boot volume by pressing the ESC key during
system startup.

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16.2.8 Version menu
Keep this information at hand if customer support has technical questions about your
system.
Figure 16-15 Version menu (example)

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16.2.9 Exit Menu
You always exit BIOS Setup in this menu.
Figure 16-16 Exit menu
Exit Saving Changes All changes are saved and the system is restarted with the new
parameters.
Exit Discarding Changes All changes are discarded and the system is restarted with the old
parameters.
Load Setup Defaults The default values are loaded.
Discard Changes All changes are discarded.
Save Changes All changes are saved
Standard The BIOS settings are backed up to buffered CMOS
User The BIOS settings are saved in the non-volatile
FLASH memory.
Profiles
Manufacturer This setting is only used for production purposes. Do
not use.

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16.2.10 Default BIOS Setup entries
Documenting your device configuration
If you have changed any default settings in Setup, you can enter them in the following table.
You can then refer to these entries for any future hardware modifications.
Note
Print out the table below and keep the pages in a safe place once you made your entries.
BIOS Setup default settings
System parameters Defaults Custom entries
Main
System Time hh:mm:ss
System Date MM/DD/YYYY
Serial ATA Port 0, Serial ATA Port 1
Type
32-bit I/O
Block Mode
Transfer Mode
Security Mode
Boot options
Quick Boot Mode Enabled
POST errors All without keyboard
Diagnostic screen Enabled
Keyboard Features
Numlock On
Hardware Options
PCI - MPI/DP 1) Enabled
Internal CAN 2) Enabled
CAN bus I/O address 2) 5400
On-board Ethernet 1 Enabled
Ethernet 1 Address 00.0E.8C.xxxxxx
Ethernet 1 Remote Boot Disabled

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Hardware Options
On-board Ethernet 2 Enabled
Ethernet 2 Address 00.0E.8C.xxxxxx
Ethernet 2 Remote Boot Disabled
Dual view DVI/CRT Disabled
1) Only for models with PROFIBUS
2) Only with models with CAN bus
Advanced
HPET - HPET support Enabled
Legacy USB support Enabled
SafeCard functions Enabled
IO device configuration
Internal COM 1 Auto
Internal COM 2 Auto
SATA Configuration
SATA Controller Enabled
SATA Controller mode Enhanced
Security
Supervisor Password Not installed
User password Not installed
Set Supervisor Password
Power on password
User Access Level
Set User Password
Boot
Legacy Boot Devices
EFI Boot Devices
Legacy Boot Type Order
Boot menu Standard

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Version
SIMATIC PC IPC427C
PROFIBUS
BIOS Version V12.01.xx
BIOS Number A5E02316088-ES0xx
InsideH20 Version Montevina.03.56.37.20xx
MPI / DP Firmware ID xx
FPGA Revision ID xx
Processor Type Intel® Core™2 Duo CPU
U9300 @ 1.20GHz
CPU ID 00676
Code Revision 0C

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16.3 System resources
16.3.1 Currently allocated system resources
All system resources (hardware addresses, memory configuration, allocation of interrupts,
DMA channels) are assigned dynamically by the Windows OS, depending on the hardware
configuration, drivers and connected external devices. You can view the current
configuration of system resources or possible conflicts with the following operating systems:
Windows Embedded
Standard 2009
Start > Run : In the Open dialog, enter
msinfo32
and confirm with OK

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16.3.2 System resources used by the BIOS/DOS
The following tables and pictures describe the system resources for the factory state of the
device.
16.3.2.1 PCI Interrupt Lines
The interrupts are assigned to devices by BIOS. Exclusive non-shared interrupts are
available for the first two PCI-104 or PC/104-
Plus
slots as well as for DP12 and the first
Ethernet interface.
This means that applications or realtime operating system extensions can operate these
devices exclusively and with high-performance without having to share the interrupt with
other devices.
Table 16- 1 Interrupt sharing in APIC mode
Interrupt Interrupt type
IRQ0 System Timer / HPET ISA exclusive
IRQ1 PS/2 keyboard controller emulation ISA exclusive
IRQ2 Interrupt controller 2 ISA exclusive
IRQ3 Reserved for Com Port 2 (COM2) ISA exclusive (COM2)
IRQ4 Com Port 1 (COM1) ISA exclusive
IRQ5 Free
IRQ6 Reserved
IRQ7 Free
IRQ8 Realtime clock / HPET ISA exclusive
IRQ9 ACPI-SCI (system control interrupt)
IRQ10 CAN (optional) or free ISA exclusive (CAN)
IRQ11 Free
IRQ12 PS/2 mouse controller emulation ISA exclusive
IRQ13 Coprocessor ISA exclusive
IRQ14 Primary IDE Channel (enhanced mode) ISA exclusive
IRQ15 Secondary IDE Channel (enhanced mode) ISA exclusive
IRQ16 Graphics, PCI-Express Bridge, LAN2, SATA
Controller 2 (enhanced / native IDE mode)
PCI shared
IRQ17 LAN1 exclusive PCI exclusive
IRQ18 SATA-AHCI Controller (AHCI mode), SATA
Controller 1 (native IDE mode)
PCI shared
IRQ19 DP12/MPI or PROFINET (optional) PCI exclusive
IRQ20 PCI104 Slot 1 PCI exclusive
IRQ21 PCI104 Slot 2 PCI exclusive
IRQ22 PCI104 Slot 3, USB-UHCI Controller 1-3 (USB1.1),
USB-EHCI Controller 1 (USB2.0)
PCI shared
IRQ23 PCI104 Slot 3, USB-UHCI Controller 4-6 (USB1.1),
USB-EHCI Controller 2 (USB2.0)
PCI shared

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16.4 I/O Address Areas
16.4.1 Overview of the internal module registers
Overview of the internal module registers
The following addresses are used for the internal registers:
Addresses Input/output unit
I/O 062h Watchdog enable register / 066h select register (Page 138)
Watchdog trigger register (Watchdog enable register bit 2=0) (Page 138) I/O 066h
CAN base address register (Watchdog enable register bit 2=1) (Page 139)
I/O 404Eh - 404Fh Output register LED 1/2 and SF LED / RUN/STOP LED (Page 140)
I/O 50Fh Battery status register (read-only) (Page 140)

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16.4.2 Watchdog enable register / 066h select register (read/write, address 062h)
Meaning of the bits
Watchdog enable register / 066h select register (r/w address 062h)
Bit Meaning of the bits
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Watchdog enable bit (WDE)
0 Watchdog circuit disabled
1 Watchdog circuit enabled
Watchdog Mode
0 Standard
1 Macro
066h select register selection
0 066h is Watchdog trigger register
1 066h is CAN base address register
Scaler watchdog time (Normal/Macro)
0 0 0 94 ms / 2 s (default)
0 0 1 210 ms / 4 s
0 1 0 340 ms / 6 s
0 1 1 460 ms / 8 s
1 0 0 590 ms / 16 s
1 0 1 710 ms / 32 s
1 1 0 840 ms / 48 s
1 1 1 960 ms / 64 s
Trigger red Watchdog LED
0 Red LED (WD) off
1 Red LED (WD) on
Watchdog error / Display and reset
0 WD inactive
1 WD triggered
Reset LED after watchdog alarm
(Bit 7 = write 1)
16.4.3 Watchdog trigger register (read only, address 066h)
Watchdog trigger register
The watchdog is triggered by a read action (address 066h) by this register. The result of the
read access can be disregarded (i.e., dummy read).

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16.4.4 CAN base address register (write only, address 066h)
A 512 byte window is created in the I/O area for the CAN controller (Philips SJA1000). The
block itself only needs 32 or 128 bytes of this depending on the operating mode. The
address window can be selected in 1024 byte steps between 4000h and 7C00h through the
CAN base address register (write only, address 066h).
A limited selection can be preset in the BIOS Setup.
Note
The CAN base address register shares its I/O address with other registers. The watchdog
enable register / 066h select register therefore must be selected before access.
Meaning of the bits
CAN base address register (write only, address 066h, Address register selection 1)
Bit Description
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
0 0 Reserved (Write: 00)
0 1 Reserved (Write:01)
0 0 0 0 40h
. . . . .
. . . . .
1 1 1 1 7Ch
Sets the high byte of the CAN base address
01nnnn00

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16.4.5 Output register LED 1 / 2 (read/write, address 404Eh)
Meaning of the bits
Output register LED 1 / 2 (read/write address 404Eh)
Bits
15 14 13 - 8 7 6 5 - 0
1 1 LED L1 / SF dark (default)
1 0 LED L1 / SF lights yellow
0 1 LED L1 / SF lights red (= group fault)
1 1 LED L2 / R/S dark (default)
1 0 LED L2 / R/S lights yellow (= STOP)
0 1 LED L2 / R/S lights green (= RUN)
xxxxxx xxxxxx Reserved (read/write)
Note
The L1 and L2 LEDs indicate by flashing alternatively yellow the progress of the BIOS self-
test during the device startup. When the BIOS self-test is completed, the L1 and L2 LEDs go
dark.

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16.4.6 Battery status tab (read-only, address 50Fh)
The status of the CMOS battery is monitored; the status (two-tier) can be read from the
battery status register.
Meaning of the bits
Battery status register (read-only, address 50Fh)
Bit Description
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
0 0 CMOS battery capacity is still sufficient.
1 0 CMOS battery capacity is exhausted (remaining capacity is
sufficient for approx. one month)
1 1 CMOS battery is empty

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16.4.7 SRAM address register
The battery-buffered SRAM uses a 2 MB memory address area, which can be read via the
PCI register.
Meaning of the bits
SRAM address register
PCI register address:
SRAM base address register
PCI register content:
SRAM memory address (default)
Length of the memory area
8010 2010h 9040 0000h
Address is assigned dynamically
(depending on device)
20 0000h

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Appendix A
A.1 Guidelines and declarations
Notes on the CE Label
The following applies to the SIMATIC product described in this
documentation:
EMC directive
The devices meet the requirements for the EC directive "2004/108/EEC Electromagnetic
Compatibility," and the following fields of application applies according to this CE label:
Area of application Requirement for
Emitted interference Immunity to interferences
Residential area, business and
trade areas and small businesses.
EN 61000-6-3: 2007 EN 61000-6-1: 2007
Industry EN 61000-6-4: 2007 EN 61000-6-2: 2005
Declaration of conformity
The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available
to authorities in accordance with the EC directives stated above. Your sales representative
can provide these on request.
Note the installation guidelines
The installation guidelines and safety instructions given in this documentation have to be
noted during commissioning and operation.
Connecting peripherals
Noise immunity requirements to EN 61000-6-2 / IEC 61000-6-2 are met if connected
peripherals are suitable for industrial applications. Peripheral devices are only be connected
via shielded cables.

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A.2 Certificates and approvals
DIN ISO 9001 certificate
The Siemens quality management system for all production processes (development,
production and sales) meets DIN ISO 9001:2000 requirements.
This has been certified by DQS (the German society for the certification of quality
management systems).
Q-Net certificate no.: DE-001108 QM
Software License Agreement
The device is shipped with preinstalled software. Please observe the respective license
agreements.
Approvals for the USA, Canada and Australia
Product safety
The following approvals are available for the device:
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) according to Standard UL 60950-1, File E115352 and
Canadian National Standard CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 (I.T.E) or according to
UL508, File E85972 and Canadian National Standard CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 142
(IND.CONT.EQ) or according to Canadian National Standard CAN/CSA-C22.2
No. 14-05
EMC
USA
Federal Communications
Commission
Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
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 Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance
with FCC regulations.
Modifications Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Conditions of Operations 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.

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CANADA
Canadian Notice This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Avis Canadian Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
AUSTRALIA
This product meets the requirements of the AS/NZS CISPR 22.

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A.3 Service and support
Local information
Contain your Siemens representative (http://www.siemens.com/automation/partner) if you
have questions about the products described here.
Technical documentation for SIMATIC products
You can find additional documentation for SIMATIC products and systems in the Internet:
SIMATIC Guide manuals (http://www.siemens.com/simatic-tech-doku-portal)
Easy shopping at the mall
You can find the online catalog and order system under:
Industrial Automation and Drive Technologies (http://mall.automation.siemens.com)
Training center
All the training options are listed at:
SITRAIN homepage (http://www.sitrain.com)
Find a contact at: Tel. + 49 911 895 3200
Technical support
You can contact technical support for all Industry Automation and Drive Technologies
products by:
● Phone: +49 180 5050 222
● Fax: +49 180 5050 223
● Internet: Online support request form: (http://www.siemens.com/automation/support-
request)
When you contact the customer support, please have the following information for the
technician on hand:
● BIOS version
● Order No. (MLFB) of the device
● Installed additional software
● Installed additional hardware
Online Service & Support
Information about the product, Support and Service, right through to the Technical Forum,
can be found at: Industry Automation and Drive Technologies - Homepage
(http://www.siemens.com/automation/service&support)
After-sales information system for SIMATIC PC / PG
Information about contacts, drivers, and BIOS updates, FAQs and Customer Support can be
found at: After-sales information system for SIMATIC PC/PG (http://www.siemens.com/asis)

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ESD guidelines B
B.1 ESD Guidelines
Definition of ESD
All electronic modules are equipped with large-scale integrated ICs or components. Due to
their design, these electronic elements are highly sensitive to overvoltage, and thus to any
electrostatic discharge.
The electrostatic sensitive components/modules are commonly referred to as ESD devices.
This is also the international abbreviation for such devices.
ESD modules are identified by the following symbol:
CAUTION
ESD devices can be destroyed by voltages well below the threshold of human perception.
These static voltages develop when you touch a component or electrical connection of a
device without having drained the static charges present on your body. The electrostatic
discharge current may lead to latent failure of a module, that is, this damage may not be
significant immediately, but in operation may cause malfunction.

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Electrostatic charging
Anyone who is not connected to the electrical potential of their surroundings can be
electrostatically charged.
The figure below shows the maximum electrostatic voltage which may build up on a person
coming into contact with the materials indicated. These values correspond to IEC 801-2
specifications.
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Basic protective measures against electrostatic discharge
● Ensure good equipotential bonding:
When handling electrostatic sensitive devices, ensure that your body, the workplace and
packaging are grounded. This prevents electrostatic charge.
● Avoid direct contact:
As a general rule, only touch electrostatic sensitive devices when this is unavoidable (e.g.
during maintenance work). Handle the modules without touching any chip pins or PCB
traces. In this way, the discharged energy can not affect the sensitive devices.
Discharge your body before you start taking any measurements on a module. Do so by
touching grounded metallic parts. Always use grounded measuring instruments.

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List of abbreviations C
C.1 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Term Meaning
AC Alternating current Alternating current
ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power
Interface
PLC Programmable controller
AGP Accelerated Graphics Port High speed bus system
AHCI Advanced Host Controller Interface Standardized controller interface for SATA
devices. This is supported in Microsoft
Windows XP as of SP1 and IAA driver.
APIC Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller
Extended programmable interrupt controller
APM Advanced Power Management Tool for monitoring and reducing power
consumption of the PC
AS Automation system
ASIS After Sales Information System
AT Advanced Technology
ATA Advanced Technology Attachment
ATX AT-Bus-Extended
AWG American Wire Gauge US standard for the cable diameter
BIOS Basic Input Output System Basic Input Output System
CAN Controller Area Network
CD-ROM Compact Disc – Read Only Memory Removable storage medium for large data
volumes
CD-RW Compact Disc – Rewritable Rewritable CD
CE Communauté Européenne (CE symbol) The product is in conformance with all applicable
EC directives
CF Compact Flash
CGA Color Graphics Adapter Standard monitor interface
CLK Clock pulse Clock signal for controllers
CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide
Semiconductors
Complementary metal oxide semiconductors
COA Certificate of authentication Microsoft Windows Product Key
CoL Certificate of License License authorization
COM Communications Port Term for the serial interface
CP Communication Processor Communication computer

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CPU Central Processing Unit CPU
CRT Cathode Ray Tube
CSA Canadian Standards Association Canadian organization for tests and certifications
according to own or binational standards (with UL
/ USA) standards
CTS Clear To Send Clear to send
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
DC Direct Current DC current
DCD Data Carrier Detect Data carrier signal detection
DMA Direct Memory Access Direct memory access
DOS Disk Operating System Operating system without GUI
DP Distributed I/Os
DQS Deutsche Gesellschaft zur Zertifizierung
von Qualitätsmanagement mBH
DDRAM Double Data Random Access Memory Memory chip with high-speed interface
DSR Data Set Ready Ready for operation
DTR Data Terminal Ready Data terminal is ready
DVD Digital Versatile Disk Digital versatile disk
DVI Digital Visual Interface Digital display interface
DVI-I Digital Visual Interface Digital display interface with digital and VGA
signals
ECC Error Correction Code Error correction code
ECP Extended capability port Extended parallel port
EGA Enhanced Graphics Adapter PC to monitor interface
ESD Components sensitive to electrostatic
charge
DM Electronic Manual
EIDE Enhanced Integrated Drive Electronics An enhancement of the IDE standard
EISA Extended Industry Standard Architecture Extended ISA standard
EMM Expanded Memory Manager Manages memory expansions
EM64T Extended Memory 64 technology
EN European standard
EPROM / EEPROM Erasable Programmable Read-Only
Memory / Electrically Erasable
Programmable Read-Only Memory
Plug-in submodules with EPROM/EEPROM chips
EPP Enhanced Parallel Port Bi-directional Centronics interface
ESC Escape character Control character
EWF Enhanced Write Filter
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
FAT 32 File Allocation Table 32-bit 32-bit file allocation table
FBWF File-Based Write Filter
FD Floppy disk Disk drive, 3.5"
FSB Front Side Bus
GND Ground Chassis ground

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Abbreviation Term Meaning
HD Hard disk Hard disk
HDA High Definition Audio
HDD Hard Disk Drive HDD
HU Height unit
HMI Human Machine Interface User interface
HORM Hibernate Once - Resume Many
HT Hyper-Threading
HTML Hyper Text Markup Language Script language for creating Internet pages.
HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol Protocol for data transfer on the Internet
Hardware Hardware
I/O Input/Output Data input/output on computers
IAA Intel Application Accelerator
IDE Integrated Device Electronics
IEC International Electronical Commission
IGD Integrated Graphics Device
IP Ingress Protection Degree of protection
IR Infrared Infrared
IRDA Infrared Data Association Standard for data transfer via IR module
IRQ Interrupt Request Interrupt request
ISA Industry Standard Architecture Bus for expansion modules
ITE Information Technology Equipment
L2C Level 2 cache
LAN Local Area Network Computer network that is limited to a local area.
LCD Liquid Crystal Display Liquid crystal display
LEDs Light Emitting Diode Light emitting diode
LPT Line Printer Printer port
LVDS Low Voltage Differential Signaling
LW Drive
MAC Media access control Media access control
MC Memory Card Memory card in credit card format
MLFB Machine-readable product designation
MMC Micro Memory Card Memory card of the format 32 mm x 24.5 mm
MPI Multipoint-capable interface for
programming devices
MS-DOS Microsoft Disc Operating System
MTBF Mean Time Between Failures
MUI Multilanguage User Interface Language localization in Windows
NA Not Applicable
NAMUR Normenarbeitsgemeinschaft for Mess- und
Regelungstechnik in der chemischen
Industrie (standardization body for
instrumentation and control technology in
the chemicals industry)

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NC Not Connected Not connected
NCQ Native Command Queuing Automatic re-sorting of the file and disk access,
for increased performance
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers
Association
Syndicate of manufacturers of electrical
components in the USA
NMI Non Maskable Interrupt Interrupt the processor can not reject
NTFS New Techniques File System Secure file system for Windows versions (2000,
XP, Vista)
ODD Optical Disk Drive
OPC OLE for Process Control Standardized interface for industrial processes
PATA Parallel ATA
PC Personal computer
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect High-speed expansion bus
PCIe Peripheral Component Interconnect
express
High-speed serial, differential full-duplex PtP
interface with high data rate.
PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card
International Association
PI Protective Earth Protective conductor
PEG PCI Express Graphics
PG Programming device
PIC Programmable Interrupt Controller Programmable interrupt controller
POST Power On Self Test
PXE Preboot Execution Environment Software for running new PCs without hard disk
data via the network
RAID Redundant Array of Independent Disks Redundant hard disk array
RAL Restricted Access Location
Installation of device in operating facilities with
restricted access - for example, a locked
switchgear cabinet
RAM Random Access Memory
RI Ring Input Incoming call
ROM Read-Only Memory
RS 485 Reconciliation Sublayer 485 Bi-directional bus system designed for up to 32
nodes
RTC Real Time Clock Real-time clock
RTS Reliable Transfer Service Request to send
RxD Receive Data Data transfer signal
SATA Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
SCSI Small Computer System Interface
SDRAM Synchronous DRAM
SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage Safety extra low voltage
SLC Second Level Cache
SMART Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting
Technology
Hard disk error diagnostics program
SMS Short Message Service Short message via telecommunication network
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol Network protocol

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Abbreviation Term Meaning
SO-DIMM Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module
SOM SafeCard on Motherboard (SOM)
SPP Standard Parallel Port Synonym for parallel port
SSD Solid State Drive
SVGA Super Video Graphics Array Enhanced VGA standard with at least 256 colors
SVP Serial number of the device
SW Software
TCO Total Cost of Ownership
TFT Thin-Film-Transistor Type of LCD flat-screen
TTY Tele Type Asynchronous data transfer
TxD Transmit Data Data transfer signal
TWD Watchdog Time Watchdog monitoring time
UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. US organization for tests and certifications
according to own or binational standards (with
CSA / Canada) standards
UMA Unified Memory Architecture Video memory
URL Uniform Resource Locator Designation of the full address of an Internet
page
USB Universal Serial Bus
UXGA Ultra Extended Graphics Array Graphic standard, maximum resolution
1600x1200 pixels.
V.24 ITU-T standardized recommendation for data
transfer via serial ports
VDE Verein deutscher Elektrotechniker (Union
of German Electrical Engineers)
VGA Video Graphics Array Video adapter which meets industrial standard
VRM Voltage Regulator Module
VT Virtualization Technology Intel technology with which a virtually closed
environment can be made available.
W2k Windows 2000
WAV Wave Length Encoding Loss-free file format for audio data
WD Watchdog Program monitoring with error detection and
alarming.
WLAN Wireless LAN LWireless local area network
WoL Wake on Local Area Network
WWW World Wide Web
XGA Extended Graphics Array Graphic standard, maximum resolution 1024x768
pixels.

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Glossary
AHCI mode
AHCI is a standardized method to address the SATA controller. AHCI describes a structure
in the RAM, which contains a general area for control and status, as well as a command list.
APIC mode
Advanced peripheral interrupt controller. 24 interrupt lines are available.
ATAPI CD-ROM Drive
AT Bus Attachment Packet Interface (connected to AT bus) CD-ROM drive
Automation system (AS)
A programmable controller (PLC) of the SIMATIC S7 system consist of a central controller,
one or several CPUs, and various I/O modules.
Backup
Duplicate of a program, data medium or database, used either for archiving purposes or for
the protection of vital and non-replaceable data against loss when the working copy is
corrupted. Certain applications automatically generate backup copies of data files, and
manage both the current and the previous versions on the hard disk.
Baud
Physical unit for the step speed in signal transmission. Defines the number of transferred
signal states per second. With only two states, one baud is equivalent to a transmission rate
of 1 bps.
BEEP code
If the BIOS detects a boot error, it outputs an audible warning based on the current test
result.
Boot disk
A boot disk is a bootstrap disk with "Boot" sector. This can be used to load the operating
system from the disk.
Cache
High-speed access buffer for interim storage (buffering) of requested data.

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CE marking
Communauté Européene The CE mark confirms compliance of the product with
corresponding EC Directives, for example, with the EMC Directive.
Chipset
Located on the motherboard, connects the processor with the RAM, the graphics controller,
the PCI bus, and the external interfaces.
Cold restart
A start sequence, starting when the computer is switched on. The system usually performs
some basic hardware checks within the cold start sequence, and then loads the operating
system from the hard disk to work memory -> boot
COM interface
The COM interface is a serial V.24 interface. The interface is suitable for asynchronous data
transfer.
Compact Flash cards (CF)
Compact Flash is a digital storage medium in card format and without moving parts. The CF
card contains the non-volatile memory and the controller. The interface of the CF card
corresponds with the IDE interface. CF cards can be operated without additional electronics
on PCMCIA or IDE hard disk controllers using a plug and socket adapter. There are two
design forms: CF-I (42.6 x 36.4 x 3.3 mm) and CF-II (42.8 x 36.4 x 5 mm).
Configuration files
These are files containing data which define the configuration after restart. Examples of such
files are CONFIG.SYS, AUTOEXEC.BAT and the registry files .
Configuration software
The configuration software updates the device configuration when new modules are installed
. This is done either by copying the configuration files supplied with the module or by manual
configuration using the configuration utility.
Controller
Integrated hardware and software controllers that control the functions of certain internal or
peripheral devices (for example, the keyboard controller).

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Device configuration
The configuration of a PC or programming device contains information on hardware and
device options, such as memory configuration, drive types, monitor, network address, etc.
The data are stored in a configuration file and enable the operating system to load the
correct device drivers and configure the correct device parameters. . If changes are made to
the hardware configuration, the user can change entries in the configuration file using the
SETUP program. .
Disc-at-once
With this burning technique, data are written to a CD in a single session, and the CD is then
closed. Further write access is then no longer possible.
Drivers
Program parts of the operating system. They adapt user program data to the specific formats
required by I/O devices such as hard disk, printers, and monitors.
Dual Core CPU
Dual-core processors significantly increase the speed of computing and program execution
compared to the previous generation of single-core processors with hyperthreading
technology.
EMC directive
Directive concerning Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance is confirmed by the CE
symbol and the EC certificate of conformity.
Energy management
The energy management functions of a modern PC allow individual control over the current
consumption of vital computer components (e.g. of the monitor, hard disk and CPU), by
restricting their activity based on the current system or component load. Energy
management is of particular importance for mobile PCs.
Energy options
The energy options can be used to reduce energy consumption of the computer, while
keeping it ready for immediate use. This can be configured in Windows by selecting Settings
> Control Panel > Energy options.
Enhanced Write Filter (EWF)
Configurable write filter that allows you, for example, to boot Windows Embedded Standard
from write-protected media (such as CD-ROM), to write protect individual partitions and
adapt the performance of the file system to your needs (when using Compact Flash cards).

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ESD directive
Directive for using electrostatic sensitive components.
Ethernet
Local network (bus structure) for text and data communication with a transfer rate of
10/100/1000 Mbps.
File Based Write Filter (EWF)
Configurable write filter to protect individual files from write access.
Formatting
Basic partitioning of memory space on a magnetic data medium into tracks and segments.
Formatting deletes all data on a data medium. All data media must be formatted prior to their
first use.
Gender changer
Using the gender changer (25-pin / 25-pin), the COM1/V24/AG interface of the SIMATIC PC
family can be converted to the usual 25-pin male connector.
HORM
Hibernate once, resume many is a method for fast booting from a single Hibernate file that
only needs to be created once. HORM ensures restoration of a uniform, saved system state
when booting. This reduces the writing to a CompactFlash medium to a minimum, for
example, when starting up and shutting down Windows Embedded Standard 2009.
Hot plug
The SATA interface gives the device's hard drive system hot plugging capability. Prerequisite
for this configuration is a RAID1 system with SATA RAID controller (onboard, or slot
module), and at least two SATA removable cartridges. The advantage of hot plugging is that
defective hard disks can be replaced without having to reboot the computer.
Hub
A term in network technology. In a network, a device joining communication lines at a central
location, providing a common connection to all devices on the network.
Hyper Threading
HT technology (multi-threading) enables the parallel computing of processes. HT is only
effective when all relevant system components, such as processors, operating systems and
applications are supported.

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IGD
Integrated Graphics Device. Graphics interface integrated in the chipset.
Image
This refers to the image, for example, of hard disk partitions saved to a file in order to restore
them when necessary.
Intel VT
The Intel Virtualization Technology (IVT) is the implementation of a secure closed
environment for applications. Special (visualization) software an a VT-capable processor is
required for its use.
InterfaceInterface
See Interface
● Physical interconnection (cable) of hardware elements such as PLCs, PCs, programming
devices, printers or monitors.
● Interface for interactive software applications.
InterfaceInterface
See Interface
● Physical interconnection (cable) of hardware elements such as PLCs, PCs, programming
devices, printers or monitors.
● Interface for interactive software applications.
Interface, multi-point
MPI is the programming interface of SIMATIC S7/M7. Allows remote access to
programmable modules, text-based displays and OPs from central locations. The MPI nodes
can intercommunicate.
LAN
Local Area Network: LAN is a local network that consists of a group of computers and other
devices that are distributed across a relatively restricted range and are linked with
communication cables. The devices connected to a LAN are called nodes. The purpose of
networks is the mutual use of files, printers or other resources.
Legacy USB support
Support of USB devices (e.g. mouse, keyboard) on the USB ports without driver.

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License key
The license key represents the electronic license stamp of a license. Siemens provides the
license keys for protected software.
License key disk
The license key disk contains the authorizations or license keys required to enable protected
SIMATIC software.
Low-voltage directive
EC Product Safety Directive relating to the safety of products which are operated on low
voltage (50 VAC to 1000 VAC, 70 VDC to 1500 VDC) and not specified in other directives.
Compliance is confirmed by the CE symbol and the EC certificate of conformity.
LPT interface
The LPT interface (Centronics interface) is a parallel interface that can be used to connect a
printer.
Memory card
Memory cards in credit card format. Memory for user programs and parameters, for
example, for programmable modules and CPs.
Module
Modules are plug-in units for PLCs, programming devices or PCs. They are available as
local modules, expansion modules, interfaces or mass storage (Mass storage module).
Module retainer
The module retainer is used to fasten modules and ensure safe contact and transport.
Shocks and vibrations especially affect large, heavy modules. It is therefore recommended
to use the module retainer for this type of module. There are also short, compact and light
modules on the market. The module retainer was not designed for these modules because
the standard fastening is sufficient for them.
Motherboard
The motherboard is the core of the computer. Here, data are processed and stored, and
interfaces and device I/Os are controlled and managed.

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NEC Class 2
The "NEC", National Electrical Code, is the USA collection of regulations that generally
correspond to German VDE 0100 standards. All USA standards governing the safety of
electrical equipment and corresponding "deviations" in IEC standards are based on NEC in
terms of their country-specific requirements.
NEC Class 2 specifies higher safety requirements for protection against electric shock and
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requirements for fire protection. Power supplies
operating within the range from 20 VDC to 30 VDC must be equipped with an internal current
limiting circuit which safely prevents output power higher than 100 VA.
Operating system
Generic term which describes all functions for controlling and monitoring user program
execution, distribution of system resources to the user programs and the operating mode in
cooperation with the hardware (for example Windows XP Professional).
Packet writing
The CD-RW is used as a disk medium. The CD can then be read only by packet–writing
compatible software or has to be finalized. Finalization of a CD closes the CD within an
ISO9660 shell. You can still write to the CD-RW several times in spite of finalization. Not all
CD drives can read packet-written CDs . There are restrictions to using this method in
general data transfer.
PATA
Interface for hard disk drives and optical drives, with parallel data transmission rate up to 100
Mbps.
PC card
Trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA).
Designation for auxiliary cards that conform with PCMCIA specifications. A PC card that has
roughly the size of a credit card can be plugged into a PCMCIA slot. Version 1 specifies
cards of Type I with a thickness of 3.3 millimeters, which are designed mainly for use as
external memory. Version 2 of the PCMCIA specification also defines cards of Type II with a
thickness of 5 mm and cards of Type III with a thickness of 10.5 mm. Type II cards can
realize devices such as modems, fax cards and network interface cards. Type III cards are
equipped with devices that require more space, for example wireless communications
modules, or rotary storage media such as hard disk drives, for example.
PC/104 / PC/104-Plus
Two bus architectures are especially fashionable today in the industrial world. PC/104 and
PC/104-
Plus
. Both are standard in single-board computers of the PC class. The electrical
and logical layout of the two bus systems is identical with ISA (PC/104) and PCI (PC/104-
Plus
). Software cannot usually detect a difference between them and normal desktop bus
systems. Their advantage is the compact design and the resulting space they save.

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PCMCIA
Association consisting of approx. 450 member companies of the computer industry whose
focus is set on providing worldwide standards for miniaturization and flexible use of PC
expansion cards in order to provide basic technologies to the market.
PEG interface
PCI Express for Graphics. Graphics interface with 16 PCIe lanes for expansions with
graphics modules.
PIC mode
Peripheral interrupt controller. 15 interrupt lines are available.
Pixel
PixElement (picture point). The pixel represents the smallest element that can be reproduced
on-screen or on a printer.
Plug&Play
Generally, a reference to the ability of a computer to automatically configure the system for
communication with peripheral devices (for example monitors, modems or printers). The
user can plug in a peripheral and "play" it at once without manually configuring the system. A
Plug&Play PC requires both a BIOS that supports Plug&Play and a Plug&Play expansion
card.
POST
Self-test performed by the BIOS after the computer is switched on. Performs a RAM test and
a graphics controller test, for example. The system outputs audible signals (beep codes) if
the BIOS detects any errors; the relevant message indicating cause of error is output on the
screen.
PROFIBUS/MPI
Process Field Bus (standard bus system for process applications)
PROFINET
PROFINET is the name of the standard for Industrial Ethernet developed and maintained by
the PROFIBUS user organization. PROFINET unites protocols and specifications with which
Industrial Ethernet meets the requirements of industrial automation technology.
Programmable controller (PLC)
The programmable controllers (PLC) of the SIMATIC S5 system consist of a central
controller, one or more CPUs, and various other modules (e.g. I/O modules).

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PXE server
A Preboot Execution Environment server is part of a network environment and can provide
software to connected computers even before they boot. This can involve operating system
installations or servicing tools, for example.
RAID
Redundant Array of Independent Disks: Data storage system which is used to save data and
the corresponding error correction codes (parity bits, for example) to at least two hard disk
volumes in order to enhance reliability and performance. The hard disk array is controlled by
management programs and a hard disk controller for error correction. The RAID system is
usually implemented in network servers.
Recovery CD
Contains the tools for configuring hard disks and the Windows operating system.
Reset
Hardware reset: Reset/restart of the PC using a button/switch.
Restart
Warm restart of a computer without switching the power off (Ctrl + Alt + Del)
Restore DVD
The Restore DVD is used to restore the system partition or the entire hard disk to factory
state if the system has crashed. The bootable DVD contains all the necessary image files.
You can also create a boot disk allowing restoration via the network.
ROM
Read-Only Memory ROM is a read-only memory in which every memory location can be
addressed individually. The programs or data are permanently stored and are not lost in the
event of a power failure.
S.M.A.R.T
The Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART or S.M.A.R.T.) is an
industry standard integrated in storage media. It makes for permanent monitoring of
important parameters and early detection of imminent problems.
SATA
Serial ATA Interface for hard disk drives and optical drives with serial data transmission rates
of up to 300 Mbps.

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SCSI interface
Small Computer System Interface Interface for connecting SCSI devices such as hard disk
drives or optical drives.
Session at once
In session at once, the CD can be written to both with an audio session and a data session.
The two sessions are written to at once (as in disc at once).
SETUP (BIOS Setup)
A program in which information about the device configuration (that is the configuration of
the hardware on the PC/PG) is defined. The device configuration of the PC/PG is preset with
defaults. Changes must therefore be entered in the SETUP if a memory expansion, new
modules or a new drive are added to the hardware configuration.
SSD (Solid State Drive)
A Solid State Drive is a drive that can be installed like any other drive; it does not contain a
rotating disk or other moving parts because only semiconductor memory chips of similar
capacity will be used. This design makes SSDs more rugged, provides shorter access times
and low energy consumption.
STEP 7
Programming software for the creation of user programs for SIMATIC S7 controllers.
Track-at-once
In track-at-once recording, a CD can be written to in bits in several sessions if the CD was
not closed.
Troubleshooting
Error cause, cause analysis, remedy
V.24 interface
V.24 is a standardized interface for data transfer. Printers, modems, and other hardware
modules can be connected to a V.24 interface.
Wake on LAN (WoL)
Wake on Local area network. This function allows the PC to be started via the LAN interface.

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Warm restart
The restart of a computer after a program was aborted. The operating system is loaded and
restarted again. The CTRL+ ALT+ DEL hotkey can be used to initiate a warm restart.
WLAN
Wireless LAN is a local network that transmits data via radio waves, infrared light or another
wireless technology. Wireless LAN is mainly used for mobile computer applications in office
or factory environments.

Glossary
SIMATIC IPC427C
166 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01
SIMATIC IPC427C
Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 167
Index
2
24 V DC power supply
Connecting, 34
A
Abbreviations, 149, 154
Ambient and environmental conditions, 24
B
Battery, 10, 72
Battery change, 71
Battery monitoring, 53
BIOS Setup, 113
Advanced Menu, 122
Defaults, 132
Exit menu, 131
Main menu, 117
Menu layout, 116
Security menu, 125
Version menu, 130
Blanking plate, 103
Boot options, 119
Boot sequence, 87
Buffer memory, 52
C
CAN
Base address register, 139, 141, 142
CAN bus interface, 110
CAN interface, 43
CE label, 143
Certificates
Certifications and approvals, 144
Cold restart, 40
COM1 port, 107
Commissioning
Other operating systems, 42
Windows Embedded Standard 2009, 38
Windows XP Professional, 40
Compact Flash card
Installation/removal, 65
Compact Flash card interface, 111
Connecting
24 V DC power supply, 34
Peripherals, 33, 143
Power supply, 33
Connection elements, 18
Coupling with SIMATIC S7, 43
Creating an image, 86
D
Data backup, 86
Date
BIOS Setup, 118
DC power supply, 96
Declaration of conformity, 143
Degree of protection, 91
Delivery version, 37
Design, external, 17
Device
Mounting, 27
opening, 56
unpacking, 22
Device configuration, 132
DiagBase software, 45
DiagMonitor
Temperature monitoring, 46
DiagMonitor software, 45
Diagnosis
Error Messages, 87
Diagnostics
DiagBase software, 45
DiagMonitor software, 45
Troubleshooting, 89
Dimension drawings
Blanking plate, 103
Device with expansion frames, 102
Dimensions, 91
Disk drives, 93
Driver installation, 83
DVI-I port, 108
E
Electrostatic sensitive devices, 10
EMC directive, 143
Enable register

Index
SIMATIC IPC427C
168 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01
Watchdog, 138
Enhanced Write Filter, 48
Equipotential bonding, 18, 35, 55, 68
Error Messages
Troubleshooting, 89
ESD directives, 10
ESD guidelines, 147
Ethernet, 43
Ethernet address, 23
EWF (Enhanced Write Filter), 48
Expansion frame, 61
Expansion slots, 93
External ports, 107
F
Factory state, 74, 77
FAQs, 89
FBWF (File Based Write Filter), 50
Field devices, 43
File Based Write Filter, 50
G
General technical data, 91
General technical specifications, 92, 93
Guidelines
ESD guidelines, 147
H
Hardware Options, 121
HDD, 93
I
Identification data, 22
Initial commissioning
Windows Embedded Standard 2009, 38
Windows XP Professional, 40
Installing a memory module, 58
Interfaces, 18
Ethernet, 18, 43
ETHERNET, 18
PROFIBUS, 18, 43
Internal components
Overview, 105
Internal interfaces, 111
IT communication, 43
K
Keyboard
Ports, 18
Keyboard Features, 120
L
Language selection, 78
Windows XP, 80
License key, 74, 77
Limitation of Liability, 67
Lithium battery, 71
M
Main memory, 93
Messages
On the screen, 87
Microsoft Windows Product Key, 22
Modules, 59
Motherboard
External ports, 107
Layout and function, 105
Technical features, 106
Mounting
Bracket, 30
Device, 27
Modules, 60
Mounting bracket
Screw-mounting, 32
Mounting brackets, 30
Mounting instructions, 27
Mounting positions, 26
O
On-board Ethernet, 121
Online ordering system, 43
On-screen error messages, 87
Open
Device, 56
Operating system
Updates, 84
Windows Embedded Standard 2009, 74
Windows XP Professional, 78
Order number, 22
P
Partitioning, 79

Index
SIMATIC IPC427C
Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 169
Compact Flash card, 81
Hard disk, 81
SSD drive, 81, 82
Windows XP Professional, 81, 82
PCI cards, 59
PCI-104 interface, 112
PE terminal, 35
Peripherals, 33
Connecting, 143
Ports, 94
COM, 18
COM1, 107
Compact Flash card, 111
DVI/VGA, 18
DVI-I, 108
PCI -104, 112
RJ45 Ethernet, 109
USB, 18, 109
Power supply, 18, 20
Connecting, 34
DC power supply, 96
Processor, 93
PROFIBUS, 43
PROFIBUS interface, 43
R
Repairs, 9, 67, 68
Replacing the hard disk, 69
Restore CD, 73, 74, 77
S
Safety instructions, 9
SATA/PATA Configuration, 124
Scope of application, 12
Serial number, 22
SIMATIC S7, 43
SOFTNET S7, 43
Software, 74
SRAM, 52
SSD drive
Partitioning, 81, 82
Startup, 54, 87
Status displays, 94
Supply voltage, 91
System Date, 118
System partition, 74, 77
System resources, 135
System Time, 118
T
Temperature monitoring, 46
Third-party modules, 90
Time
BIOS Setup, 118
Tools, 68
Transport, 21
Trigger register
Watchdog, 138
Troubleshooting/FAQs, 89
U
Unpacking
Device, 22
Updates
Operating system, 84
User programs and drives, 84
USB interface, 109
USB strain-relief, 36
User password, 125
V
Vent slots, 24
W
Warranty, 9
Watchdog, 47
Enable register, 138
Monitoring function, 47
Monitoring times, 47
Trigger register, 138
Weight, 91
Windows Embedded Standard 2009
Data backup, 86
Driver installation, 83
Initial commissioning, 38
Windows XP Professional
Data backup, 86
Initial commissioning, 40
Partitioning the hard disk, 81, 82
Reinstalling the operating system, 76

Index
SIMATIC IPC427C
170 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01