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Summary of Contents for Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley 6300B
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6300B Wall Mount PCs Catalog Numbers 6300B-PBCx and 6300B-PBDx User Manual Original Instructions...
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If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
This publication is applicable to these 6300B wall mount box PCs. For your catalog number, see the product label on the side of your computer. 6300B wall mount box PC with one expansion slot 6300B-PBCx 6300B wall mount box PC with up to three expansion slots 6300B-PBDx Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
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Fan-cooled units perform well in challenging environments with elevated temperatures. All wall mount PCs can be paired with FactoryTalk® View SE software to provide the optimal human machine interface (HMI) experience within the Rockwell Automation® Connected Enterprise.
AC input power connection CFast card slot DVI-D port, full HD 2 x SSD drive slot (optional) 4 x Ethernet LAN port, RJ45 3 x PCIe expansion slot 4 x USB 3.0 port, Type A Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
Equipment with the UL/cUL mark complies with the requirements of UL 61010-1, UL 61010-2-201, CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, and CSA C22.2 No. 61010-2-201. A copy of the certificate of compliance is available at rok.auto/certifications. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
IMPORTANT The vertical position can be tilted up to 20° forward or backward from the upright position. However, any tilt angle reduces the maximum operating temperature by 5 °C (41 °F). Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
Do not exceed 120 W for the total system configuration. Power consumption greater than 120 W can overpower the external and internal power supplies, which can lead to component damage or, in extreme cases, electrical fires. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
6. Lift and align the top set of mounting holes of the brackets on your 6300B wall mount box PC with the top two screws. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
(UPS) to help protect against unexpected power failure or power surges. • Always shut down the Windows OS before you disconnect power to the computer to minimize performance degradation and operating system failures. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
4. Strip the end of each DC power wire to the length in Table IMPORTANT DC power wires must be of stranded copper and sized according to Table (a) Where SELV is as defined in IEC 61010-2-201. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
AC power source with an input voltage of 110…230V AC, AC Power Input Port 50/60 Hz. 3. Flip the power switch for the power input port. The power on self test (POST) initiates. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
Once power is applied, various light-emitting diode (LED) status indicators illuminate to display the state of your 6300B wall mount box PC. See Table 8 on page 20 for details of these LED status indicators. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
Green 100 Mbps Yellow 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) No color No data link is present. Data Link Green Data link is established. Flashing green Data link is established and there is data transfer. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
1. Choose one of the following two methods to shut down your 6300B wall mount box PC: - Method 1: From the Start menu, click or choose Shut Down or - Method 2: Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete, and then click or choose Shut Down. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
To temporarily change the boot order, press F10 to directly access the Boot menu. 3. Use the numeric keypad on your connected keyboard to modify the setup utility. Table 9 to navigate to the applicable menu. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
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Chapter 4 System Settings Notes: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
Start menu, select ‘Restart’ or b. press Ctrl+Alt+Delete on an attached keyboard and select ‘Restart.’ 2. Press the ‘F2’ key. An initial setup screen appears. 3. Navigate over to the ‘Save and Exit’ menu. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM001B-EN-P - December 2022...
4. Select ‘ThinManager’ as ‘Boot Option #1’ for the boot option priority. 5. Navigate over to the ‘Advanced’ menu. 6. Navigate down to ‘Network Stack Configuration’. 7. Select ‘Network Stack’. 8. Navigate over to the ‘Save and Exit’ menu. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM001B-EN-P - December 2022...
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9. Navigate down to ‘Restore Legacy Support’. A ‘Restore Legacy Support’ popup menu appears. 10. Select ‘Next Boot’. A warning appears within the ‘Restore Legacy Support’ popup menu. 11. Select ‘OK’, then press the ‘F10’ key to save and exit the BIOS. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM001B-EN-P - December 2022...
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Chapter 5 Change Settings in BIOS Firmware Notes: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM001B-EN-P - December 2022...
• Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry. • Always hold components with a printed circuit board (PCB) by its edges and place it with the assembly side down. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
1. Spray a basic cleaning solution onto a damp cleaning cloth. 2. Gently wipe all exterior surfaces, vents, heatsink, and disconnected peripheral cords with a damp cleaning cloth. 3. Complete all steps within Post-configuration on page Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
(such as dishwashing liquid). Allow the filters to air dry before reinstalling them. 8. Reinstall both filter plates. 9. Tighten the two screws on each filter plate. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
1. Place and properly seat the cover back onto the chassis. 2. Use a 2.5 mm Phillips screwdriver to reinstall and tighten the cover screws. Figure 5 for cover screw locations for your particular model. 3. Proceed to Post-configuration on page Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
Manual Start on page 6. If necessary, reconfigure the UEFI settings if the default values are not suitable for your application. See View and Modify Settings on page 23 to reconfigure the UEFI. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
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Chapter 6 Maintenance and Service Notes: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
3. Disconnect all peripheral devices. 4. If a keyboard and mouse are used, verify that they are properly connected. 5. If an external display is used, verify that it is properly connected. 6. Reconnect power. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300B-UM002B-EN-P - January 2023...
(3) remove it from the installation site, then (4) place it in its original packing material. Rockwell Automation is not responsible for damage when it is shipped or transported while installed in a machine, panel, or rack and if it is not placed in its original packing material.
6300B Wall Mount PCs User Manual Additional Resources These documents contain additional information concerning related products from Rockwell Automation. You can view or download publications at rok.auto/literature. Resource Description 6300B Wall Mount Box PC Installation Instructions, publication 6300B-IN002 Provides installation and connection instructions.
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At the end of life, this equipment should be collected separately from any unsorted municipal waste. Rockwell Automation maintains current product environmental compliance information on its website at rok.auto/pec. Allen-Bradley, expanding human possibility, FactoryTalk, and Rockwell Automation are trademarks of Rockwell Automation, Inc. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.