Preface; Simatic Rack Pc - Siemens SIMATIC Rack PC 840 Manual

Preface

Purpose of the Manual
This manual contains all the information you need for commissioning and using the

SIMATIC Rack PC 840.

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.
Where is this Manual Valid?
This manual is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC Rack PC 840 and
describes the state of delivery as of April 2002.
Certifications, Standards and Approvals
Certifications
The device fulfils the following guidelines and certifications:
S EU guideline 73/23/EEC on low voltages
S EU guideline 89/336/EEC on electromagnetic compatibility
S Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to Standard UL 1950
S Canadian Standard Association (CSA) to Standard C22.2 No. 950
Standards and Approvals
The device fulfils the requirements for the CE approval. Approvals for UL and CSA
are available.
Further information on the approvals, certificates, and licenses for your device is
provided in Chapter 1.
Incorporation into the Communications Environment
This manual forms part of the supplied CD "Documentation and Drivers".
For supplementary instructions on how to handle the software please refer to the
corresponding manuals (for example, Programming with STEP 7 Manual).
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