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Dimensional drawing of the device .................... 8-1 Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails..............8-2 Appendix..............................9-1 Guidelines and declarations....................... 9-1 Certificates and approvals ......................9-3 Service and support ........................9-5 SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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Table of contents SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2. Where this documentation is valid This documentation is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 and describes the state of delivery as of April 2004. Operating instructions for the SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 The operating instructions are available on the included "Documentation and Drivers"...
Front panel with aperture for ventilation of the device (filter mat and fan are located behind this front panel). Check the filter mat regularly for dirt and replace it if necessary. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
For switching the device on or off Caution Data may be lost when the PC performs a hardware reset. Warning The On / Off button signal does not switch off power to the PC! SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
USB connector. Bottom USB port 1, top USB port 2. COM2 Serial port 1 (V.24), 9-pin d-Sub socket KEYBOARD Connection for a PS/2 keyboard. MOUSE Connection for a PS/2 mouse. Connection for VGA monitor LPT1 Parallel interface, 25-pin SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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Position of the IEC power plug Description IEC power plug for the AC power supply to the device. The maximum permitted power range is 120 V AC to 240 V AC SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
-no data transfer GREEN -data transfer HARDDISK Display for hard disk access -no access GREEN -access POWER PC status display -disconnected from mains YELLOW -Standby (hibernate) GREEN -PC in operation SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
• Check the delivery unit for any visible transport damage. • Verify that the shipment contains the complete unit and your separately ordered accessories. Please inform your local dealer of any disagreements or transport damages. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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You may need the Product Key in case you reinstall the operating system. Figure 3-2 COA label Serial number S VP ... Order No. 6ES ... Microsoft Windows Product Key Ethernet address SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
If these conditions are not satisfied when the system is being installed, the UL 60950, EN 60950 approvals will be no longer recognized and there will be danger of overheating and danger to personnel! SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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Application planning 3.3 Ambient and environmental conditions SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Position of the mounting holes for angle brackets or telescopic rails Caution The mounting screws of the telescopic rails may not protrude into the enclosure by more than 5 mm. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Technical data of the telescopic rails Ultimate load per pair Minimum 30 kg Full extraction length Minimum 470 mm Rail thickness maximum 9.7 mm Fixing screws M5 x 6 mm SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Hot-plug I/O modules (USB) may be connected while the PC is in operation. Caution I/O devices not capable of hot-plugging may only be connected after the PC is disconnected from the power supply. Caution Strictly adhere to the specifications for I/O modules. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Always ensure free and easy access to the power inlet on the device, or that the safety power outlet of the building installation is freely accessible and located close to the device. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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To be used is a flexible power cord approved to UL and with CSA label, and which has the following features: Type SJT 3-conductor, minimum conductor cross-section 18 AWG, maximum length 4.5 m, parallel 15 A shockproof connector, minimum rating 250 V. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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Warning If the power plug is secured with a clamp, the power outlet must be freely accessible to allow the device to be easily removed from the mains. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
PC is to be installed. The minimum conductor cross-section may not be less than 5 mm SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Make sufficient allowances for the device to acquire room temperature before you put it into use. If dewing has developed, wait at least about 12 hours before you switch on the device. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
On a Windows platform, always shut down the PC by clicking Start > Close. Press the On/Off button behind the front panel door. The green power LED is switched off. Disconnect the mains connector to isolate the device from mains. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
All existing data, programs, user settings and authorizations on the drives will be deleted and are therefore lost. For information on the functions, refer to the README.TXT file on the Restore CD. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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Commissioning 6.3 Reinstalling the software SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
2. Set the time and date in the setup menu. Although the BIOS The backup battery is In this case, please contact your technical support team. setting is OK, the time dead. and data are still wrong SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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2. Insert a pin, for example, or an opened paper clip into the emergency extraction opening of the drive. Apply slight pressure to the contact until the front loader opens. 3. Pull the loader further out SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Dimensional drawings 8.2 Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails Figure 8-2 Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Low-voltage directive The devices complies with the requirements of the EC Directive 73/23/EEC "Low-Voltage Directive." Conformance with this standard has been verified according to EN 60950. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
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Connecting peripherals The requirements regarding noise immunity to EN 61000-6-2:2001 are met when you connect a peripheral suitable for an industrial environment. Peripheral devices are only be connected via shielded cables. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
DIN ISO 9001 certificate The quality assurance system for the entire product process (development, production, and marketing) at Siemens fulfills the requirements of ISO 9001 (corresponds to EN29001: 1987). This has been certified by DQS (the German society for the certification of quality management systems.)
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CANADA Canadian Notice This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Avis Canadian Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...
Siemens representative or agent responsible. http://www.siemens.com/automation/partner Training Centers Siemens offers a number of training courses to familiarize you with the SIMATIC S7 automation system. Please contact your regional training center or our central training center in D 90327 Nuremberg, Germany for details: D 90327 Nuremberg.
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• Your local representative for Automation & Drives via our representatives database. • Information about on-site services, repairs and spare parts. Lots more is available on the ”Services” page. SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 Getting Started, Edition 04/2004, A5E00248069-02...