Operation And Configuration; Normal Operation; Switching The Device On And Off - Siemens SIMATIC Panel PC IL 77 Operating Instructions Manual

Operation and configuration

7.1

Normal operation

7.1
7.1.1

Switching the device on and off

Switching on the device
Requirements
• The I/O modules, e.g. mouse and keyboard, have been connected.
Caution
Using shielded cables and metal connectors for peripherals. Otherwise, the specified
norms and specifications declared by Siemens AG are no longer valid. Secure the plugs
of the interface cables to the PC housing with screws. This improves the electrical
shielding.
Follow the guidelines in the "Ports" section of the chapter "Connecting."
• The operating system and the service packs have been installed and set up on the hard
disk of the device. For additional information, please refer to the chapter "Starting up" in
the computer unit operating instructions.
• The pre-installed drivers and applications have been set up appropriately. For more
information, please refer to the chapter "Additional drivers and applications."
• The proper ambient and environmental conditions according to the specifications for the
device and the connected I/O modules have been observed.
Procedure
Warning
Danger of incorrect operations!
The following applies to external input devices or combinations of external input devices and
control units with key panels: Ambiguous key codes can cause serious malfunctions of the
application program.
Always activate the "Security features" of "KeyTools." Please follow the relevant safety
guidelines in the chapter "Additional drivers and applications."
Panel PC IL 77
Operating Instructions, Edition 10/2004, A5E00339979-01
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