Connecting-Up The Simatic Thin Client Touch Panel - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Equipment Manual

4.3.2.5

Connecting-up the SIMATIC Thin Client Touch Panel

Registration in the system network
The SIMATIC Thin Client Touch Panel behaves just like a TCU when connecting-up. When
registering in "Operator Panel Service System" enter a name in the system network. After this,
the device is available in the "Service Network Center" with the hardware ID "SIMATIC TC":
Figure 4-19 SIMATIC Thin Client
Note
The SIMATIC Thin Client Touch Panel has a USB connection at the rear, which behaves just like
the USB connection X204 of a TCU.
An external keyboard is recommended for commissioning and to operate the "Operator Panel
Service System".
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