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.
6300B wall mount Box PC low profile with no add-on slots and no expansion slot (SL) 6300B-EW1xB 6300B wall mount Box PC standard profile with add-on slots and no expansion slot (S0) 6300B-EW1xC 6300B wall mount Box PC standard profile with add-on slots and one expansion slot (S1) Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Resolution up to Full HD. • Aluminium (AF), aluminium True Flat (AT) and stainless steel True Flat (SR) front panels with resistive touchscreen. • Aluminium and True Flat glass front panels with capacitive back-projected multitouch touchscreen (GL). Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Low Profile Stainless steel IP69K bezel with single touch resistive touchscreen (SR). • Standard Profile Aluminum bezel with USB port and single touch resistive touchscreen (AF). • Low Profile Aluminum True Flat bezel with USB port and single touch resistive touchscreen (AT). Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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6300P-EW1xxxD - Stainless steel IP69K bezel with single touch resistive touchscreen (SR) Sizes available * 12.1 in. W 15.6 in. W 18.5 in. W 21.5 in. W 24.0 in. W * not available on S1 version Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Frame: EN AW-5754, H22 EN 485-1. Figure 4 - Construction detail Description Aluminum Frame 5 wires resistive touchscreen Glass Seal IMPORTANT The 12.1 W in. display is not available for systems with S1 configuration Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Frame: Aluminum alloy 5754. Figure 7 - Construction detail. Description Tempered glass P-CAP capacitive multitouch touchscreen Aluminum frame Seal IMPORTANT The 12.1 W in. display is not available for systems with S1 configuration Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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(Kimoto Elastodur ED AG10) 5 wires resistive touchscreen Tempered true flat glass Stainless steel frame Seal IMPORTANT The 12.1 W in. display is not available for systems with S1 configuration Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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USB port: protected by an anti-flame silicone rubber cover. The silicone rubber is soft enough, to guarantee an IP65 degree of protection, when completely closed. Figure 13 - Construction detail. Description Aluminium frame 5 wires resistive touchscreen Glass Seal Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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USB port: protected by an anti-flame silicone rubber cover. The silicone rubber is soft enough, to guarantee an IP65 degree of protection, when completely closed. Figure 16 - Construction detail Description Top polyester film 5 wires resistive touchscreen Glass Aluminum frame Seal Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
S1 (slot one) version has add-on slots and one expansion slot. Slot 1 - 6300P-EW1*****C Slot 1 - 6300B-EW1*C Description Add-On position A Add-On position B Expansion Slot NOTE: the 12.1 W in. display is not available for systems S1 (slot one) Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
On the side part of all the systems there are CFast / Battery slot and all around the aeration holes and the recess for the fixing clips. Side view Description CFast / Battery Slot Aeration holes Recess for fixing clips Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
80:80/70:70 89:89/89:89 88:88/88:88 88:88/88:88 85:85/85:85 L:R/U:L (typ.) Contrast ratio 700:1 1000:1 1000:1 2500:1 800:1 Response Time (Rise/Fall) ms Backlight LED life time min. (h) 50000 50000 50000 50000 50000 Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9 Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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85:85/85:85 89:89/89:89 89:89/89:89 L:R/U:L (typ.) Contrast ratio 1000:1 1000:1 1500:1 5000:1 5000:1 Response Time (Rise/Fall) ms Backlight LED life time min. (h) 50000 50000 70000 50000 50000 Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9 Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
All Panel PCsare shipped with a gasketed bezel to meet specified NEMA, UL Type, and IEC IP ratings only when mounted in a panel or enclosure with an equivalent rating Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Consider a user-supplied fan, heat exchanger, or air conditioner for heat generated by other devices in the enclosure. • For installation in control cabinets and, in particular, in closed containers, make sure the ambient temperature complies with the requirements. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
X direction ≥ 50 mm (1.96 in.) • Y direction ≥ 100 mm (3.93 in.) • Z direction ≥ 50 mm (1.96 in.) Panel Installation min. clearance Installation max. tilt ° ° ° Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
From the front of the panel insert the computer into the cutout (A) and rotate it (B) until it adheres completely to the panel (C). • Slide the mounting clips into the holes on all four sides of the computer and repeat the following procedure for all the clips. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Figure 17 - Mounting clips tighten and torque sequence by display size ATTENTION: tighten the mounting clips to the specified torque to provide a proper seal and to help prevent product damage. Rockwell Automation assumes no responsibility for water or chemical damage to the computer or other equipment within the enclosure because of improper installation.
M4x20 stainless steel screws to the nuts as in the picture above. • Align the bottom two screws. • Slide your Box PC downward until all four M4x20 stainless steel screws are at the top of each bracket slot. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Insert the stripped end (2) of the grounding wire (1) into the open end of the Eyelet terminal (3) and crimp it securely to the wire. • Install the ground wire to the ground screw in the following sequence. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
All DC powered computer models require a safety extra low voltage (SELV) power supply. The power supply is internally protected against reverse polarity. To minimize ground loop currents and noise, Allen-Bradley recommends that DC powered computer models use only one grounded connection. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Slide the connector half with the attached tie onto the end of the DC terminal block [step (B)]. • Tighten the tie and remove the excess part [step (C)]. • Install the white labels (9) supplied with the terminal block cover kit [steps (D) (E)]. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Insert the zip tie around the LAN cable and the beveled edge of the plate, Tighten the tie (2) and remove the excess part(1) [step (C)]. • Tighten the tie (2) and remove the excess part [step (D)] Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
All the systems in SL version, catalog numbers 6300P-EW1*****A and 6300B-EW1*A, when turned on can have an hot surface. BURN HAZARD: Hot surface. When the system is turned on the surface can be hot. Be careful before handling the system for maintenance. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
The picture below shows 6300B-EW1*C (6300P-EW1xxxxxC is the Panel PC version), that is the full option. Rear Panel areas Description Power supply area Connectors area Buttons /LEDs area Add-On positon A Add-On position B Expansion Slot Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
The ATX mode push button command, according to the operating system settings, allows the system the following operations: - soft off; - suspend; - restart; Function ATX+ ATX- + (24V) - (0V) The following picture shows a simplified representation of the electrical circuit: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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To Change what happens when you press the power button (refer also to the OS instructions): • Right click the Start button picture of the desktop. • Select Power Options. • The following window will appear. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
0.5A. Function SYS OFF ( System OFF input) PS (Power Status output 0.5A limited) +24V (+ input voltage fused) - (0V) The following picture shows a simplified representation of the electrical circuit: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
• Event 5: - The PLC provides power to the computer. - The bootstrapping doesn’t start because the SYS OFF is high. • Event 6: - The PLC drives SYS OFF to GND. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Green flashing Access to a mass storage device (SSD or CFast) is happening through a SATA channel. LED Mass Storage No access to a mass storage device (SSD or CFast) is happening and O.S. is running. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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IMPORTANT: Use this button only if there are no better options, like keyboard or mouse commands, or if the Reset Button resumed DC power does not restart the computer. System reset can cause data loss and possible corruption to the operating system. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
[SYSTEM OFF] The system turns ON selected ** Cable with external connection to electric bulb and switch [SYSTEM OFF] The system turns ON if the contact is selected open. +24 VDC 0 VDC Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Buttons /LEDs on page 45 for details of these LED status indicators. Restart A keyboard and mouse must be connected to perform the following steps. Use either of the following methods to restart your panel PC. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
A keyboard and mouse must be connected to perform the following steps. • Method 1: From the Start menu, click or select Shut Down. • Method 2: Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete, then click or select Shut Down. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Manual Start on page 48 Restart on page 48. The POST initiates. 2. Press ‘F2’ to access the setup utility from the POST. To temporarily change the boot order, press F10 to directly access the Boot menu. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
• Step 3: Create a Bootable USB drive. Step 1 — Download the Accessory Files You must be registered with the Rockwell Automation PCDC website and accept the User Agreement before you can download files. 1. Navigate to rok.auto/pcdc. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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1. Click the result within the result area (4), then click the Downloads button (5). 2. Click Select Files (6). . IMPORTANT Do not change the file name of the downloaded batch (EXE) file. 3. The Available Downloads popup window appears. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Configuration of System Settings 4. Select and download the accessory files SYSTEM_IMAGE_EW1- and Backup and Restore. 5. Click on the Downloads Icon (7), the Download Cart (8) will appear 6. Click on Download Now to confirm. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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1. Click the result within the result area (4), then click the Downloads button (5). 2. Click Select Files (6). . IMPORTANT Do not change the file name of the downloaded batch (EXE) file. 3. The Available Downloads popup window appears. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Configuration of System Settings 4. Select and download the accessory files SYSTEM_IMAGE_EW1- and Backup and Restore. 5. Click on the Downloads Icon (7), the Download Cart (8) will appear 6. Click on Download Now to confirm. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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• installation of a bootable USB utility (such as Rufus). IMPORTANT The steps and graphics below are specific to the Rufus USB utility. 1. Connect the first USB drive (2GB minimum) to your computer. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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8. Click the OK button within the Warning dialogue box. 9. Use the Status portion of the dialog box to monitor the boot progress. 10. Click the Close button once the boot process is complete. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
9. Press the Enter key. A confirmation screen appears. 10. Confirm that the targeted drive is correct. 11. Press the ‘Y’ key, then press the Enter key. The following script appears after the back- up process has completed. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
7. In the directory, type ‘RestoreImageUEFI.bat NameFile.wim’ where NameFile is the name of the file that you wish to restore. EXAMPLE Correct character structure example of a wim file: D:\RestoreImageUEFI.bat System_Image- PanelPC_6300_windows_10_2020_LTSC.wim Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
2. In File Explorer, right-click on the USB drive icon then select Properties. 3. In Properties, verify that the file system type is FAT32. 4. Click the Cancel button to close the Properties popup window. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
9. Click the OK button. Download the Updated UEFI files You must be registered with the Rockwell Automation PCDC website and accept a User Agreement before you can download the files. To download the updated UEFI files, perform the following steps.
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6. Click Select Files (6) under Downloads. An Available Downloads popup window appears. IMPORTANT Do not change the file name of the downloaded batch (EXE) file. 7. The Available Downloads popup window appears. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Configuration of System Settings 8. Select and download the BIOS files: - UEFI-EFI-Shell-Files-EW1 - UEFI_8922107A0x 9. Click on Downloads icon, the Download Cart (8) will appear. 10. Click on Download now (9) to confirm. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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17. Click Select Files (6) under Downloads. An Available Downloads popup window appears. IMPORTANT Do not change the file name of the downloaded batch (EXE) file. 18. The Available Downloads popup window appears. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Configuration of System Settings 19. Select and download the BIOS files: - UEFI-EFI-Shell-Files-EW1 - UEFI_8922107A0x 20. Click on Downloads icon, the Download Cart (8) will appear. 21. Click on Download now (9) to confirm. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
3. During POST, press the F2 key to access the SETUP utility. 4. Use the right (6) arrow to toggle over to the ‘Advanced’ menu. 5. Use the down (2) arrow to toggle down to ‘PCH-FW Configuration’, then press the Enter key. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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To verify you moved to the USB drive, use the command ‘dir’ to confirm that the downloaded files are there. 16. To update the UEFI, type “AfuEfix64.efi "NAME_OF_THE_BIN_FILE.bin" /x /me /p /b /n”. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Shut Down on page 2. Remove the cover from your computer. See Cover Screw Locations on page 3. Locate the DIP switch bank SW3. 4. Move switch 3 of bank to the ON (factory reset) position. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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12. During the POST, press the F2 key to enter the UEFI SETUP utility. 13. Toggle over to the Save and Exit menu. 14. Toggle down or press the F9 key to select ‘Optimized Defaults’. 15. Press F10 to save and exit the SETUP utility. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
OS (such as Linux), or real-time environment (such as Codesys). - these are considered an untrusted source where you may receive a secure boot violation. • using additional hardware with boot ROM (such as graphic cards or RAID controllers). Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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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 ‘Security’ menu. 4. Select “Secure Boot” and press Enter. 5. Select “Disabled”. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
4. Select ‘ThinManager’ as ‘Boot Option #1’ for the boot option priority. 5. Navigate over to the ‘Save and Exit’ menu. 6. Select ‘OK’, then press the ‘F10’ key to save and exit the BIOS. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Chapter 5 Change Settings in BIOS UEFI Firmware Notes: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Transport your PC and replacement parts in static-safe containers, such as conductive tubes, bags, or boxes. • Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at the designated static-free work area. • Cover the designated work area with approved static-dissipating material: Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
2. Use a clean sponge or a soft cloth dampened with water to wipe the surfaces of your panel PC. 3. Dry the display with a chamois or moist, cellulose sponge to avoid water spots. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Unscrew the CFast / Battery Slot fixing screw (1). • Remove the cover (2). Now you have access to the CFast slot (2) and the Battery Slot (1). CFast /Battery Slot position Description Battery tray Slot CFast Slot Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Put inside the tray a new Lithium CR2032 3V battery with the positive polarity facing UP. • Insert the tray with the new battery in the battery slot (1) and push all the way (2). Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Insert (push) the CFast card into the slot (1). • Push it all the way and release (2). • The CFast is correctly installed (3). Removal • Push and release the inserted CFast card (1). • CFast is now released (2). Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
1. Follow the steps for Prepare for Maintenance and Service on page 2. Depending of the model, use the appropriate screwdriver to remove the screws from the back cover of your PC. 3. Remove the cover. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
Prepare for Maintenance and Service on page • Perform all the steps in Remove/Reinstall the Cover on page Required Tools • Philips screwdriver. Installation • To remove the bracket (1) slightly unscrew the screw (2) and pull left. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Screw the screw (2) and pull right to fix the retainer. • Press the retainer lever (7) to the installed card. • Screw the knob retainer screw (5) to fix the retainer lever. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
With your finger, pull the cover at the shown position. • Then, press the cover up/down edges, which assumes the required IP66 degree of protection. • Verify that all edges perfectly adhere the hole. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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Test the outlet by plugging in a properly functioning device. Replace the suspected faulty cable or power cord. Have the monitor serviced. Out of Range Check the maximum resolution and the frequency on the video port of your panel PC. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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The video mode could be out of range. Change to the recommended resolution; Picture is not clear symptom. Screen jitter or noisy video Check for proper video cable installation. Replace the suspected faulty cable. Reroute the cables or replace suspected faulty cables. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
(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.
When a storage drive is part of your disposal, permanently erase any data on it or destroy the drive before disposing of it. Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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ASEM 6300B-EW1 and 6300P-EW1 Entry Level Industrial Computers User Manual Rockwell Automation Publication 6300-UM003A-EN-P - October 2024...
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, ASEM, expanding human possibility, FactoryTalk, Rockwell Automation, and ThinManager are trademarks of Rockwell Automation, Inc. Aptio is a trademark of AMI (American Megatrends Inc.).
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