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SIMATIC Industrial PC SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Edition 09/2005 SIMATIC Industrial PC SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Industrial PC Rack PC IL 43 simatic DOCUMENTATION DOCUMENTATION...
  • Page 3 Introduction Safety information Description SIMATIC Deployment planning Industrial PC Rack PC IL 43 Installation Connecting Operating Instructions Commissioning Integration Functions Expansions and configuration Maintenance and service Troubleshooting Technical data Dimensional drawings Detailed descriptions Appendix ESD Guidelines Edition 09/2005 A5E00432875-01 Abbreviations...
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction............................. 1-1 Preface............................1-1 Guide for the operating instructions................... 1-2 Safety information........................... 2-1 General safety instructions ......................2-1 Description.............................. 3-1 Overview ............................ 3-1 Areas of application ........................3-2 Highlights ........................... 3-2 Function ............................. 3-3 Features ............................. 3-3 Design ............................
  • Page 6 Table of contents Functions ..............................9-1 Overview of the ......................... 9-1 Temperature monitoring/display ....................9-1 Watchdog (WD).......................... 9-2 Fan monitoring ........................... 9-2 Expansions and configuration....................... 10-1 10.1 Open the device ........................10-1 10.2 Memory expansion........................10-4 10.3 Installing expansion cards......................10-4 10.3.1 Notes on the modules ......................
  • Page 7 Table of contents Dimensional drawings........................... 14-1 14.1 Dimensional drawing of the device ..................14-1 14.2 Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails..............14-2 14.3 Dimensional drawings for the installation of expansion modules ..........14-2 Detailed descriptions ..........................15-1 15.1 Motherboard..........................
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005,

    Table of contents SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction Preface Purpose of this document These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and using the SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43. It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the device itself and connect it with other units (automation systems, further programming devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install expansions or carry out fault/error analyses.
  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Introduction 1.2 Guide for the operating instructions Guide for the operating instructions Contents format Table of Contents Table of Contents Organization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters Introduction Purpose, layout and description of the important topics Safety Information Refers to all the valid safety-technological aspects which are derived from statutory regulations and should be adhered to when installing, commissioning and operating the...
  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety information General safety instructions Caution Please observe the safety instructions on the back cover 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.
  • Page 12 Safety information 2.1 General safety instructions 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 only with the same type or with an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 13: Description

    Description Overview The SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 is a powerful industrial PC in 19" rack format design (4HE). It is perfectly suited for high-performance industrial PC applications. • High-level performance • Attractive price SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 14: Areas Of Application

    Description 3.2 Areas of application Areas of application The SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 offers system integrators, cabinet designers, system engineers and machine designers a 19" rack PC platform for high-performance IT applications on the control and cell levels. It can be used for: •...
  • Page 15: Function

    Description 3.4 Function Function • Integrated, assigned monitoring functions – Fan speed (CPU, power supply and front fan) – Temperature (case, processor) – Program execution (watchdog) • RAID1 for automatic data mirroring of two serial ATA hard drives • Intel Hyper Treading (HT) processor technology Thanks to efficient resource utilization, the Intel Pentium 4 with hyper threading (HT) technology can process two tasks (threads) simultaneously, as in this case it behaves like two virtual processors.
  • Page 16 Description 3.5 Features General features in PCIe x16 slot (optional) • PCIe x16 graphic card (dual head: 2x VGA), 64 MB RAM Up to 2048 x 1536 at 75 Hz / 32-bit color depth Interfaces Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps (RJ45) 4 x front, 2 x back; high-current Serial COM1 (V.24), COM2 (V.24) optional Parallel...
  • Page 17 Description 3.5 Features Optional accessories Disk drives DVD ROM Read: DVD ROM: Single layer 16x, Dual Layer 8x DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW 8x, DVD-RAM 2x CD-ROM, CD-R 32x, CD-RW 20x DVD ROM/CD RW Read: DVD ROM: Single Layer 16x, Dual Layer 8x DVD-R/-RW/+R/+RW 8x CD-ROM 52x, CD-R/RW 32x Writing:...
  • Page 18: Design

    Description 3.6 Design Design 3.6.1 External structure Front view of the device Description Front panel with aperture for ventilation of the device (filter mat and fan are located behind this front panel) Option for installing DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives, DVD burner and removable racks for hard disks Option for installing DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive, DVD burner...
  • Page 19: Operator Controls

    Description 3.6 Design 3.6.2 Operator controls Operator control on/off button Description The on/off/reset buttons have three functions: - Switch on the PC (press briefly 1x) - Shut down the operating system and PC (press briefly 1x) - Switch off the PC without shutting down the operating system (press and hold more than 4 seconds) = hardware reset Caution Data may be lost when the PC performs a hardware reset.
  • Page 20: Connecting Elements

    Description 3.6 Design 3.6.3 Connecting elements Interfaces Layout of the interfaces on the rear of the device Name Description MOUSE Connection for a PS/2 mouse USB C and D USB connector Parallel interface, 25-pin RJ 45 Ethernet connection 10/100/1000 Mbps COM 2 Serial port 1 (V.24), 9-pin Cannon connector (optional) VGA 1...
  • Page 21: Status Displays

    Description 3.6 Design Power supply Position of the IEC power plug Description IEC power connector for the AC power supply to the device. The maximum permitted power range is 120 V AC to 240 V AC 3.6.4 Status displays Status displays Display Meaning Description...
  • Page 22 Description 3.6 Design SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 3-10 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 23: Deployment Planning

    • Verify that the shipment contains the complete unit and your separately ordered accessories. • Please inform your local dealer of any disagreements or transport damages. • Please inform Siemens AG by means of the enclosed SIMATIC IPC/PG quality control report form. SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43...
  • Page 24 Deployment planning 4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit Noting the device identification data The device can identified uniquely with the help of these numbers in case of repairs or theft. Enter the following data in the table below: • Serial number: The serial number (S VP) is located on the type plate either on the rear panel of the device or on the inside of the front door.
  • Page 25: Ambient And Environmental Conditions

    Deployment planning 4.3 Ambient and environmental conditions Ambient and environmental conditions When you plan your project, you should make allowances for: • Note the climatic and mechanical environmental conditions specified in the technical data in your operating manual. • Avoid extreme ambient conditions as much as possible. Protect your PC from dust, moisture, and heat.
  • Page 26 Deployment planning 4.3 Ambient and environmental conditions SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 27: Installation

    Installation Installing the device Possible areas of installation The device may be installed in control desks, switching cabinets and 19`` rack systems, both horizontally and vertically. Possible mounting methods Options of mounting the device • Mounting on angle brackets • Installation on device bases •...
  • Page 28 Installation 5.1 Installing the device Note For vertical operation, install the device on a horizontal metal base and secure it against tipping. The following decide bases are available from Rittal for this purpose: Rittal Type TE 7000.620, Rittal Type VR 3861.580, Rittal Type DK 7063.710. Please refer to the case manufacturer's instructions regarding device bases.
  • Page 29: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting peripherals Note before connecting Notice Connect only I/O modules approved for industrial applications to EN 61000-6-2:2001. Note Hot-plug I/O modules (USB) may be connected while the PC is in operation. Caution I/O devices not capable of hot-plugging may only be connected after the device has been disconnected from the power supply.
  • Page 30: Connecting The Device To Power

    Connecting 6.2 Connecting the device to power Connecting the device to power To be noted before you connect the device Note The long-range power supply module is designed for operation on 100-240 networks. It is not necessary to adjust the voltage range. Warning Do not connect or disconnect power and data cables during thunderstorms.
  • Page 31 Connecting 6.2 Connecting the device to power Localized information Outside of the USA and Canada, operation on a 230 V power supply: This device is equipped with a safety-tested power cord which may only be connected to grounded shockproof power outlet. If you choose not to use this cable, you must use a flexible cable of the following type: min.
  • Page 32 Connecting 6.2 Connecting the device to power Secure the power plug You can secure the power plug in order to avoid unintentional disconnection of the power cord. Steps in securing the power plug Remove the fastening screw (1) on the power supply module.
  • Page 33: Commissioning

    Commissioning Prerequisites for commissioning • Before you switch on the device, you should verify that the peripherals are connected, i.e. the keyboard, mouse, monitor and the power supply. • The operating system of your device is preinstalled on the hard disk. Caution Risk of damage to the device! Make sufficient allowances for the device to acquire room temperature before you put it...
  • Page 34: Notes On Operation

    Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation Switch off the device Note On a Windows platform, always shut down the PC by clicking Start > Close. Press the on/off button behind the front panel door. The green power LED is switched off. Disconnect the mains connector to isolate the device from mains.
  • Page 35: Dvd Burner

    Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation 7.3.2 DVD burner The DVD burner drive is an optional feature. Recording methods supported by the disk drive: Disc-at-once, Track-at-once, Session-at-once, Packet writing. CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW and dual layer media can be used. Burner software To utilize the full functionality of the DVD burner, you need to install additional software (burner software).
  • Page 36: Removable Hard Disks

    Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation 7.3.3 Removable hard disks The removable disk racks can also be hot swapped in connection to RAID1. Replacing a hard disk Caution Hard drives may only be swapped out of the removable frames when the disks are inactive and the device status displays are off.
  • Page 37: Raid System

    Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation 7.3.4 RAID system This is a RAID1 system configuration (mirroring with two hard disks). This enables the system to continue to operate when there is a problem with a faulty hard drive or cable in a channel and therefore increases the availability of the system.
  • Page 38 Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation Functions for RAID system management The preinstalled software of the RAID system offers enhanced functions for using and managing the RAID system. It can be started via "Start > Programs > Intel Matrix storage manager. The command "View ->...
  • Page 39 Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation Comments about faults Notice Input delay Depending on the load on the processor and the hard disk activity at the time, the system may become briefly overloaded when a disk fails due to the synchronization process. In extreme cases, input from the keyboard and touchscreen may be delayed for a brief period.
  • Page 40 Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation The functioning drive can be localized by means of the following table. RAID BIOS RAID Software SATA interface Installation location Port 0 Device Port 0 SATA1 (1) Removable frame 1 Port 2 Device Port 2 SATA3 (2) Removable frame 2 Port 0...
  • Page 41 Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation Please replace the faulty drive with a new one of the same type and capacity. Notice You can exchange the drive without switching the device off (hot swap) on devices with removable frames. For devices without removable frames, drives may only be exchanged in switched off state. The new drive can be configured into the RAID association at operating system level by means of the RAID software.
  • Page 42 Commissioning 7.3 Notes on operation The command "Rebuild to this Hard drive" starts the synchronization of the RAID1 association. SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 7-10 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 43: Integration

    SIMATIC S7. For this purpose you require the software package “SOFTNET S7”. Further information For further information, refer to the catalog and to the online ordering system of Siemens A&D. Internet address: https://mall.ad.siemens.com...
  • Page 44 Integration SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 45: Functions

    Functions Overview of the following monitoring functions The individual functions are implemented: • Temperature monitoring and over/under temperature indication • Watchdog • Fan monitoring Notice The "SystemGuard" and "DeskView" software cannot be installed simultaneously. Simultaneous installation and operation can result in errors because both programs access the same interfaces.
  • Page 46: Watchdog (Wd)

    Functions 9.3 Watchdog (WD) Watchdog (WD) function The watchdog monitors the program execution and reports a program crash to the user by means of various reactions. You can find additional information on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers" CD in the utilities\sysguard directory.
  • Page 47: Expansions And Configuration

    Expansions and configuration 10.1 Open the device 10.1 Caution Work on the open device may only be carried out by authorized and qualified personnel. The device must always be kept closed, otherwise device safety cannot be ensured. 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.
  • Page 48 Expansions and configuration 10.1 Open the device Open the device Steps for opening the enclosure cover Remove the mounting screws (1). Lift up the lid from the back and remove it. SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 10-2 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 49 Expansions and configuration 10.1 Open the device Steps for opening the device front Tilt the front door (1) forward. Remove the fan cover (2). SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 10-3 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 50: Memory Expansion

    Expansions and configuration 10.2 Memory expansion 10.2 Memory expansion 10.2 Memory expansion options The motherboard is equipped with four slots for memory modules. This allows you to expand the memory capacity of your Rack PC to a maximum of 4 GB. You will find a detailed description of possible memory expansion options in the motherboard technical manual D2156-S on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers"...
  • Page 51: Installing An Expansion Module

    Expansions and configuration 10.3 Installing expansion cards 10.3.2 Installing an expansion module Preparation Isolate the device from mains Installing expansion modules Steps for installing an expansion module: Open the device. Remove the fastening screws (1) and lift out the module bracket (2) Remove the relevant steel slot cover (3).
  • Page 52: Installing Disk Drives

    Expansions and configuration 10.4 Installing disk drives 10.4 Installing disk drives 10.4 10.4.1 Options of installing disk drives The driver carrier module consists of a horizontal and vertical driver carrier. A DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW, DVD burner, floppy drive or removable rack can be installed in the driver carrier module.
  • Page 53 Expansions and configuration 10.4 Installing disk drives Removing the drive carrier module The driver carrier module consists of a horizontal and vertical driver carrier. Steps for removing the drive carrier module Loosen the mounting screws of the drive carrier module. Disconnect the power cable and the data cable from the installed disk drives.
  • Page 54: Installing And Removing A Hard Disk

    Expansions and configuration 10.4 Installing disk drives Disk drive or removable disk rack installation Steps for installing a disk drive in a horizontal drive carrier Slide the disk drive into the carrier from the front. Remove any vertical drive carrier The only way to get at the mounting screws on the right side of the drive is through the openings of the vertical carrier.
  • Page 55: Maintenance And Service

    Notice Note the EGB instructions. Limitation of Liability All technical specifications and licenses apply only to expansions approved by SIEMENS. No liability can be accepted for impairment of functions caused by the use of devices and components of other manufacturers.
  • Page 56: Replacing The Backup Battery

    Maintenance and service 11.1 Removing and installing hardware components 11.1.2 Replacing the backup battery To be noted before you replace the battery Caution Risk of damage! The lithium battery may only be replaced with an identical battery or with a type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 57: Removing The Power Supply Module

    Maintenance and service 11.1 Removing and installing hardware components 11.1.3 Removing the power supply module Warning Only qualified personnel is authorized to exchange the power supply module. Preparation 1. Unplug the device from mains and disconnect all cables. 2. Open the device. Removing the power supply module How to remove the power supply module Disconnect the power cables from...
  • Page 58: Removing The Motherboard

    Maintenance and service 11.1 Removing and installing hardware components 11.1.4 Removing the motherboard Preparation 1. Unplug the device from mains and disconnect all cables. 2. Open the device. Removing the motherboard How to remove the motherboard Remove all modules from their slots. Strip all cables off the motherboard, noting down their assignment while doing so.
  • Page 59: Remove Filter And Device Fan

    Maintenance and service 11.1 Removing and installing hardware components 11.1.5 Remove filter and device fan Preparing for equipment fan exchange Unplug the device from mains. Remove filter and fan Filter meshes are available under the following order numbers: A5E00246975 Steps 1.
  • Page 60: Processor Replacement

    Maintenance and service 11.1 Removing and installing hardware components Installing the fan Notice Always install a fan of the same type! Caution Ensure that the arrow on the fan points away from the fan bracket. 11.1.6 Processor replacement Caution The processor replacement may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel. Preparation 1.
  • Page 61 Operating a processor at a frequency higher than it specified speed can result in damage to the device and the loss of data. Only certified and approved processors can be used with the supplied motherboard. For more information contact your local Siemens representative. http://www.siemens.com/automation/partner SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43...
  • Page 62: Reinstalling The Software

    Maintenance and service 11.2 Reinstalling the software 11.2 Reinstalling the software 11.2 11.2.1 General installation procedure In case of software errors, you can reinstall your software using the Recovery CD, the Documentation and Drivers CD or the Restore DVD. Recovery CD: The new recovery procedure is based on Windows PE (Preinstall Environment).
  • Page 63: Installing Windows

    1. To boot from the Recovery CD, press the F12 key during the BIOS self-test. After initialization, a boot menu is displayed, indicating all bootable devices. 2. Select the CD/DVD drive. Follow the instructions on the screen until the "Siemens SIMATIC Recovery“ window is displayed. SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43...
  • Page 64: Setting Up The Partitions For Windows Operating Systems

    1. Boot from the Recovery CD and then follow the screen instructions until the Recovery functions window is displayed. 2. Start the DiskPart program in the "Siemens SIMATIC Recovery“ window and enter the following commands in the displayed command interface: list disk Displays all available hard disks.
  • Page 65: Installing Microsoft Windows Operating Systems

    This CD contains encrypted data that can only be transferred to this system. 1. Boot from the Recovery CD and then follow the screen instructions until the Recovery functions window is displayed. 2. Select "Recovery Windows ..." in the "Siemens SIMATIC Recovery" window. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Note...
  • Page 66: Setting Up The Language Selection For Windows 2000 Mui

    Maintenance and service 11.2 Reinstalling the software Note If you are using Microsoft Windows as a professional user, you should have the following manuals available (not supplied): Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Resource Kit (MSPress No 274) or Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Technical Reference (MSPress No 934) Microsoft Windows Server 2300, Planning Server Deployment for Windows Server 2003, Technical Reference (MSPress No.
  • Page 67: Language Selection On Windows Xp Professional And Windows Server 2003

    Maintenance and service 11.2 Reinstalling the software 11.2.5 Language selection on Windows XP Professional and Windows Server 2003 The Multilanguage User Interface (MUI) allows you to set up the Windows menus and dialogs for additional languages. The default language setting of your Windows installation is English and a US keyboard layout.
  • Page 68: Installing The Raid Controller Software

    Maintenance and service 11.2 Reinstalling the software 11.2.7 Installing the RAID Controller software The procedure for installing the software can be found in the user manual on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers" CD. 11.2.8 Installing burner or DVD software The supplied CD provides information about installation of the burner/DVD software. SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 11-14 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 12.1 General problems 12.1 This chapter provides you with tips on how to localize and troubleshoot frequently occurring problems. Problem Possible cause To correct or avoid error The device is not There is no power supply to Check the power supply, the network cable and the power operational the device.
  • Page 70: Problems When Using Modules Of Third-Party Manufacturers

    • then restart the PC. If the error no longer occurs, the third- levels are incorrect. party module was the cause of the fault. Replace this module with a Siemens module or contact the module Connector assignments • supplier. deviate.
  • Page 71: Technical Data

    Technical data 13.1 General specifications 13.1 General technical data Order numbers 6AG4011-2...(for details, refer to the ordering documentation) Dimensions 430.4x177.4x444.4 (WxHxD in mm). Detailed dimensional specifications are found in the "Dimensional drawings" section. Weight Approx. 19 kg Supply voltage (U 100 V AC to 240 V AC (90 to 264 V AC) Line voltage frequency 50 –...
  • Page 72 Technical data 13.1 General specifications General technical data Immunity to discharges of static electricity ± 4 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; (according to IEC 61000-4-3) 10 V, 10 kHz-80 MHz;...
  • Page 73 Technical data 13.1 General specifications General technical data max. permissible power consumption PCIe x1 modules: 3.3V 3A, 12V 2.1A; 3.3Vaux 0.4A PCIe x1 slot max. permissible power consumption PCIe x16 modules: 3.3V 3A, 12V 2.1A; 3.3Vaux 0.4A PCIe x16 slot Max.
  • Page 74 Technical data 13.1 General specifications General technical data VGA internal 1x 15-pin Cannon connector PCIe x16 Dual Head optional 2x 15-pin Cannon connector Keyboard PS/2 keyboard Mouse PS/2 mouse port 6 channels (4 at back, 2 in front) high current, high speed USB 2.0 Ethernet Broadcom BCM 5751 Ethernet interface (RJ45) 10/100/1000 Mbit/s...
  • Page 75: Power Requirements Of Components (Maximum Values)

    Technical data 13.2 Power requirements of components (maximum values) 13.2 Power requirements of components (maximum values) 13.2 Standard system Component Voltage +5 V +3,3 V +12 V -12 V 5 Vaux FSC D2156-S motherboard with 0,8 A 12 A 0,01 A 0,5 A processor heat sink Intel Pentium 4 processor no.
  • Page 76: Technical Data Of The Telescopic Rails

    Technical data 13.4 Technical data of the telescopic rails 13.4 Technical data of the telescopic rails 13.4 Ultimate load per pair Minimum 30 kg Full extraction length Minimum 470 mm Rail thickness Maximum 9.7 mm Fixing screws M5 x 6 mm The mounting screws of the telescopic rails may not protrude by more than 5 mm into the enclosure.
  • Page 77: Dimensional Drawings

    Dimensional drawings 14.1 Dimensional drawing of the device 14.1 oben bei 19.01 465.1 senkrechtem Einbau 18.31 oben bei 433.5 senkrechtem 17.06 Einbau Dimensions: Inch Figure 14-1 Dimensional drawing of the device SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 14-1 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 78: Dimensional Drawing For The Use Of Telescopic Rails

    Dimensional drawings 14.2 Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails 14.2 Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails 14.2 Dimensions for telescopic rails by the company Rittal 100±T1 100±T1 100±T1 33.54±T3 type 3659 3.937±T1 3.937±T1 1.32±T3 3.937±T1 127±T1 5±T1 209.6±T1 8.251±T1...
  • Page 79: Detailed Descriptions

    Detailed descriptions 15.1 Motherboard 15.1 The motherboard consists of the processor and the chipset, four slots for memory modules, internal and external ports, the Flash BIOS and the backup battery. You will find a detailed description of the motherboard as well as the available interfaces in the motherboard technical manual D2156-S on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers"...
  • Page 80: Bios Setup

    Detailed descriptions 15.3 BIOS Setup 15.3 BIOS Setup 15.3 You can configure the system functions and hardware configuration in the BIOS. The factory BIOS settings of the Rack PC deviate from the default BIOS settings as follows: Option Setting Main Boot Options ->...
  • Page 81: Appendix

    Appendix Guidelines and declarations Notes on the CE Label The following applies to the SIMATIC product described in this documentation: EMC Guidelines This product fulfills the requirements for the EC directive ™89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility", and the following fields of application apply according to this CE label: Area of application Requirements for Emitted interference...
  • Page 82: Certificates And Approvals

    DIN ISO 9001 certificate The quality assurance system for the entire product process (development, production, and marketing) at Siemens fulfills the requirements of ISO 9001 (corresponds to EN29001: 1987). This has been certified by DQS (the German society for the certification of quality management systems.)
  • Page 83 Appendix A.2 Certificates and approvals Federal Communications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Commission Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful Radio Frequency interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial Interference Statement...
  • Page 84: Service And Support

    The online catalog and the online ordering system is available at: http://mall.automation.siemens.com/ Training center Siemens offers a number of training courses to familiarize you with the SIMATIC automation system. Please contact your regional Training Center, or the central Training Center in D90327 Nuremberg.
  • Page 85 Service & Support on the Internet In addition to our documentation services, you can also make use of all our online knowledge base on the Internet. http://www.siemens.com/asis There you find: • The Newsletter contains the latest information on your products.
  • Page 86: Retrofitting Instructions

    Appendix A.4 Retrofitting instructions Retrofitting instructions Below you will find a description of the permissible configuration versions of the Rack PC IL 43 with drives and processors, and the resultant operational conditions. Approved configuration versions for the temperature range 5 to 35° C DVD-ROM or DVD-ROM/CD-RW or DVD-Writer or...
  • Page 87: B.1 Esd Guidelines

    ESD Guidelines ESD Guidelines What does ESD mean? All electronic modules are equipped with highly integrated modules or components. Based on their design, these electronic components are highly sensitive to overvoltage and thus to discharge of static electricity. The electrostatic sensitive components/modules are commonly referred to as ESD devices. You can also find the commonly used international designation ESD for electrostatic sensitive device.
  • Page 88: Esd Guidelines

    ESD Guidelines B.1 ESD Guidelines Electrical charge Anyone who is not connected to the electrical potential of their surroundings can be electrostatically charged. The figure below shows the maximum electrostatic voltages that can accumulate in a person who is operating equipment when he/she comes into contact with the materials indicated. These values correspond with specifications to IEC 801-2.
  • Page 89: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition Alternating current Alternating current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Configuration interface, allows the operating Interface system control over the power supply to all devices connected to the PC. Automation device Accelerated Graphics Port High-speed bus system, used to interconnect computer peripherals with the motherboard.
  • Page 90: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition Color Graphics Adapter Standard monitor interface Clock pulse Clock signal for controllers CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Complementary metal oxide semiconductors. Semiconductors Computer chips featuring lower power consumption compared with common chipsets. They are, on the other hand, slower than conventional circuits.
  • Page 91 Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition EIDE Enhanced Integrated Drive Electronics An enhancement of the IDE standard. Enhanced IDE is the standard for a hardware interface. This interface is designed for disk drives operating with internal disk drive controllers. This allows standardization of interfaces for the system, ensuring enhanced functions (e.g.
  • Page 92 Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition Hardware Input/Output Data input/output on computers Integrated Device Electronics An interface for hard disk drives in which the controller electronics are located on the drive itself. This saves an extra adapter board. International Electronical Commission IGBT Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor Compact chip featuring short switching cycles...
  • Page 93 Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition PATA Parallel ATA An interface for hard disk drives and optical drives with parallel data transfer of up to 100 Mbps Personal Computer Peripheral Component Interconnect High-speed expansion bus PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card Association consisting of approx.
  • Page 94 Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition Receive Data Data transfer signal SATA Serial ATA An interface for hard disk drives and optical drives with serial data transfer of up to 1.5 Mbps SCSI Small Computer System Interface Interface for connecting SCSI devices (e.g. hard disk or CD–ROM drives) SDRAM Synchronous DRAM...
  • Page 95 Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Definition Video Graphics Array Video adapter which meets industrial standard; can be used for any commonly available software Voltage Regulator Module Windows 2000 Wave Length Encoding Loss-free file format for audio data Watchdog Program monitoring with error detection and alarming.
  • Page 96 Abbreviations C.1 Abbreviations SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 97: Glossary

    Glossary Application An application is a program which builds directly on the MS-DOS / Windows operating system. Applications on your PG or PC, for example, are STEP 7, STEP 7-Micro/WIN. ATAPI CD–ROM Drive AT-Bus Attachment Packet Interface (connected to AT bus) CD-ROM drive Automation device (AG) The programmable logical controllers (PLC) of the SIMATIC S5 systems consist of a central controller, one or more CPUs, and various other modules (e.g.
  • Page 98 Glossary BEEP code If the BIOS detects a boot error, it outputs an audible warning based on the current test result Boot diskette A diskette that contains a boot sector and an initial loader for the operating system. This can be used to load the operating system from the disk.
  • Page 99 Glossary Controller Integrated hardware and software controllers that control the functions of certain internal or peripheral devices (for example, the keyboard controller). Device configuration The configuration of a 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.
  • Page 100 Glossary Ethernet Local network (bus structure) for text and data communication with a transfer rate of 10 Mbps. Formatting Basic partitioning of memory space on a magnetic data carrier into track and segments. Formatting deletes all data on a data carrier. All data carriers must be formatted prior to their first use.
  • Page 101 Legacy USB support Support of USB devices (e.g. mouse, keyboard) on the USB ports without driver. License key The license key represents the electronic license stamp of a license. Siemens provides the license keys for protected software. License key diskette The license key diskette contains the authorizations or license keys required to enable protected SIMATIC software.
  • Page 102 Glossary 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. Operating system Summarizing term describing all functions for program execution, allocation of system resources to the various user programs, and for controlling and monitoring consistency of the operating mode in cooperation with the hardware (e.g.
  • Page 103 Glossary Pixel PixElement (picture point). The pixel represents the smallest element that can be reproduced on-screen or on a printer. PROFIBUS / MPI Process Field Bus (standard bus system for process applications) The RAM is the total a read/write memory in a PG/PC. Recovery CD Contains the tools for setting up the hard disks and the Windows operating system.
  • Page 104 Glossary Serial interface Data is transmitted one bit at a time via a serial port. They are used in all applications requiring minimum wiring and data transfer across greater distances. 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).
  • Page 105 Glossary Windows Microsoft Windows is a multitasking graphical user interface. Windows provides a standard graphical interface based on drop-down menus, windowed regions on the screen, and allows operation with a pointer device such as a mouse. WLAN Wireless LAN or wireless LAN is a local network that transmits data via radio waves, infrared light or another wireless technology.
  • Page 106 Glossary SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 Glossary-10 Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01...
  • Page 107: Index

    Index Degree of protection, 13-1 Device opening, 10-2 unpacking, 4-1 5.25" mounting bays, 10-6 Dimensions, 13-1 Disk drives, 3-4, 13-3 Disk drives Disk drives, 10-7 Abbreviations, C-1 Expansion, 10-6 Angle brackets, 5-1 Drive carrier, 10-6 Mounting methods, 5-1 Drivers, 11-13 Approvals, 4-3 DVD burner, 3-5 Assignment...
  • Page 108 Index Fan screws, 11-5 Floppy disk, 13-3 Keyboard Front drive bay, 10-6 Interfaces, 3-4, 3-8 Front view, 3-6 Language selection for Windows 2000, 11-12 Graphics, 13-3 LEDs, 13-4 Graphics License key, 11-9 Technical Data, 13-3 Limitation of Liability, 11-1 Guidelines Lithium battery, 11-2 ESD Guidelines, B-1 Localized information, 6-3...
  • Page 109 Index Fan, 11-5 Motherboard, 11-4 Partitioning Power supply module, 11-3 Windows 2000, 11-10 Processor, 11-7 Windows XP, 11-10 Repairs, 2-1, 11-1 PCI/AT expansion cards, 10-4 Restore CD, 11-8 Expansion, 10-4 Retrofitting instructions, A-6 Technical Data, 13-3 Peripherals, 6-1 Power Status displays, 3-9 POWER, 3-9 Safety Information, 2-1 Power consumption, 13-1...
  • Page 110 Index Unpacking Unpacking the device, 4-1 USB, 13-4 Interfaces, 3-4, 3-8 Technical Data, 13-4 Ventilation slits, 4-3 Interfaces, 3-4 Warranty, 2-1 Watchdog, 9-2 Status displays, 3-9 Watchdog Monitoring function, 3-4, 9-2 Weight, 13-1 Windows 2000 Partitioning the hard disk, 11-10, 11-11 Windows XP Partitioning the hard disk, 11-10, 11-11 SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43...
  • Page 112 Siemens AG Automation and Drives Industrial Automation Systems Postfach 4848 90437 NUERNBERG Federal Republic of Germany www.siemens.de/automation...

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