Introduction - Siemens SIMATIC Series Getting Started

Introduction

Objective of this documentation
This Getting Started documentation contains all the information you need for commissioning
and using the SIMATIC IPC847C.
Scope of validity of this document
This documentation is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC IPC847C and describe
the delivery status as of May 2010.
Operating instructions SIMATIC IPC847C
The operating instructions are available on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers" DVD.
To view and print the operating instructions, run Start and follow the instructions on the
screen.
The operating instructions provide useful information on many topics such as the hardware
expansion options, modification of the system configuration and technical data.
Conventions
The term "rack PC" or "device" is sometimes used to refer to the SIMATIC IPC847C product
in this documentation. The abbreviation "CP" stands for CP 1616 onboard.
Note
Safety-related Notices
To avoid damage to assets and for the sake of your own personal safety, please take note of
the information on safety in this Getting Started and in the operating instructions. A warning
triangle references this safety information and is shown depending on the potential hazard.
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