Drives; Disk Drive; Hard Disk Drive - Siemens SIMATIC Series Manual

2.5

Drives

As the Rack PC can be configured freely, the following drives are available -
depending on your order.
2.5.1

Disk Drive

You can store programs and data on diskettes with the disk drive and load them
from diskettes into the Rack PC. You can use 3.5" diskettes (1.44 Mbyte).
Diskette Types
You can use following diskettes:
Caution
Risk of data loss!
When the green access LED of the disk drive is lit, the ejector may not be
actuated.
2.5.2

Hard Disk Drive

The hard disk drive is used for the storage of large quantities of data. A maximum
of two drives can be installed.
The following installation possibilites are available:
• Supporting plate for two 3.5" harddisk drives
• removable rack in the supporting plate
A drive can be firmly installed in this rack.
Caution
Drives are sensitive to vibrations and shock. Any vibrations occurring during operation
can lead to loss of data or damage to the drive.
If you intend transporting the unit, switch it off, and wait until the drive has come to
rest (about 20 seconds) before you move it.
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