Siemens SIMATIC HMI series Operating Instructions Manual page 126

Glossary
Module
Modules are plug-in units for PLCs, programming devices or PCs. Modules exist, for
example, as central modules, power-ons, or as mass storage.
Plug and play
Through plug and play, the computer configures itself automatically to be able to
communicate with peripheral devices, e.g. screens, modems and printers. User connects a
peripheral device: plug. Afterwards, the peripheral device can be used immediately. play,
without having to configure the operating system manually. The plug and play PC requires
both a BIOS that supports plug and play and a corresponding expansion card.
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