Programming Devices For Simatic S7 - Siemens SIMATIC S7-400 Configuration And Use Manual

Programming the S7-400
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Programming Devices for SIMATIC S7

Introduction
A programming device (PG) is a special industrial-grade personal computer with a
compact design. It is fully equipped for programming SIMATIC automation
systems.
Characteristics of the Programming Devices
A PG or PC with the meeting the following requirements is needed to work
effectively with STEP 7:
Operating system and user interface
Processor
Main memory
Free disk space
Graphics
Color monitor, keyboard and mouse
If you have large STEP 7 projects or HW configurations, you should use a
programming device or a PC with processing power that corresponds with what is
currently available on the market.
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PG/PC Properties Recommendation
Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP
Pentium
•
for Windows 2000 P 600
•
for Windows XP P 600
at least 256 MB
512 MB recommended
300 to 600 MB, depending on scope of the
installation
XGA 1024x768,16-bit color depth
Windows-compatible
Automation System S7-400 Configuration and Use
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