Commissioning Windows XP Professional | Siemens IPC427C manual

Commissioning

7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional

7.3Commissioning - Windows XP Professional

7.3.1Basic commissioning - initial startup

Requirements

●The device is connected to the 24 VDC power supply.

●Equipotential bonding is connected.

●The cables are correctly plugged in.

Configuring the operating system

When the computer is started with the power switch for the first time, the Windows XP Professional operating system on the hard disk or SSD drive is configured automatically.

Proceed as follows:

1.Switch the device on using the On/Off switch. The PC performs a self-test (POST). During the self-test, this message appears:

Press F2 go to Setup Utility or Press ESC go to Boot Manager

2.Wait until this message is cleared, then follow the instructions on the screen.

NOTICE

The device may not be switched off at any time during the installation process.

Do not change the default BIOS settings, otherwise the operating system setup may become corrupted.

3.Automatic restart

After you have entered all necessary information and the operating system is configured, the PC is automatically restarted and displays the user interface of the operating system.

Note

System startup can take considerably longer than usual for the initial commissioning.

When you switch on the PC now, the user interface of the Windows XP Professional operating system is automatically opened when the startup routine is completed.

Note

To prevent data loss, it is advisable to create an image of your system partition after initial commissioning.

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IPC427C specifications

The Siemens IPC427C is a robust and versatile industrial PC designed to meet the demands of various applications in manufacturing, automation, and process control. This advanced system is tailored for use in harsh environments and is renowned for its high reliability and performance. One of the key features of the IPC427C is its compact design, allowing seamless integration into existing setups without consuming excessive space. This makes it particularly suitable for environments where space is at a premium.

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