Ethernet (Lan); Connection Under Windows - Siemens SIMATIC Series Manual

Setting Up and Operating the SIMATIC Rack PC IL 40 S
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Ethernet (LAN)

Networking the Rack PC via the RJ45 Ethernet Port
The RJ45 Ethernet port is a Twisted Pair (TP) port with a data transfer rate of
10/100 Mbps. The onboard port is compatible with the Intel pro/100+ PCI adapter.
The port is Plug and Play capable and is automatically recognized in Windows.
The log settings are carried out in the Windows control panel.
Notice
A class 5 Ethernet cable is required to operate ther 100 Mbps.
3.6

Connection under Windows

Windows supports point-to-point connections via the LPT or COM port. The
required connecting cables are standard, commercially available products. More
information is available in the online Help system under "Connection to Another
Computer".
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