Siemens PCIL43 Installing Windows, Restoring the factory state, Booting with the CD Recovery

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Maintenance and service

11.2 Reinstalling the software

Caution

With the option "Restore system partition only", all data on drive C: (System) will be

deleted. All data, user settings and all authorizations or license keys on drive C: will be

lost in the process! All data on drive C: of your hard disk will be deleted. Setup formats the hard disk partition and reinstalls the original factory software.

When you select the "Restore entire hard disk" option, ALL the data, user settings and authorizations or license keys will be lost on the hard disk.

Restoring the factory state

To restore the factory state, proceed as follows:

•Place the Restore DVD into the drive and restart the device using the on/off switch.

•During the self-test phase, press the F12 key. After initialization, a "Boot Menu" is displayed.

•Select the optical drive with the cursor keys.

•Now follow the instructions on the screen.

Caution

All existing data, programs, user settings and authorizations or license keys will bedeleted from the hard disk and are therefore lost.

For information on the functions, refer to the README.TXT file on the Restore DVD.

11.2.3Installing Windows

Use the Recovery CD to install Windows to meet your special requirements. The operating system used is Windows Preinstall Environment (WinPE). You will also need the supplied Documentation and Drivers CD.

Booting with the CD Recovery

1.To boot from the Recovery CD, press the F12 key during the BIOS self-test. After initialization, a boot menu is displayed, indicating all bootable devices.

2.Select the CD/DVD drive.

Follow the instructions on the screen until the "Siemens SIMATIC Recovery“ window is displayed.

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Contents Operating Instructions Edition 09/2005 SimaticPage Operating Instructions Edition 09/2005 Industrial PC Rack PC ILSafety Guidelines Table of contents 10-1 Glossary Glossary-1 Table of contents Preface IntroductionGuide for the operating instructions Contents format Table of ContentsSystem expansions Safety informationGeneral safety instructions RepairsESD guidelines BatteryOverview DescriptionAreas of application HighlightsHighlights Features General featuresFunction Standard versions Optional accessoriesInterfaces Monitoring functionsOptional accessories Disk drives DVD ROMOptional expansions Rear view of the device Pos Description DesignExternal structure Front view of the device Pos DescriptionOperator control on/off button Pos Description Operator controlsPos Name Description Connecting elementsInterfaces Layout of the interfaces on the rear of the deviceStatus displays Display Meaning Power supplyPosition of the IEC power plug Description Status displaysDescription 3.6 Design Unpacking the device Deployment planningTransport Unpacking and checking the delivery unitDevice equipment Noting the device identification dataAmbient and environmental conditions Deployment planning Ambient and environmental conditions Possible mounting methods InstallationInstalling the device Possible areas of installationInstallation Installing the device Connecting peripherals ConnectingTo be noted before you connect the device Connecting the device to powerConnecting Steps for connecting the device to mainsLocalized information Steps in securing the power plug Secure the power plugBasic commissioning initial power-up CommissioningPrerequisites for commissioning Burner/DVD player software Switch off the deviceBurner software DVD burnerSATA1 RAID Software Sata interface Installation locationRemovable hard disks Replacing a hard disk4MS08NVV RAID systemFunctions for RAID system management Replace faulty drive in RAID system Comments about faultsSide panel Associate new hard drive Commissioning Integration EthernetFurther information Integration Overview of the following monitoring functions Temperature monitoring/displayTemperature monitoring FunctionsWatchdog WD Fan monitoringFunction Preparation Expansions and configurationOpen the device ToolsSteps for opening the enclosure cover Open the deviceSteps for opening the device front Installing expansion cards Memory expansionMemory expansion options Installing an expansion module Installing expansion modulesSteps for installing an expansion module Pos Description Installing disk drivesOptions of installing disk drives Installing and removing a disk drive or removable rackSteps for removing the drive carrier module Removing the drive carrier moduleSteps for installing a disk drive Installing and removing a hard diskDisk drive or removable disk rack installation Installing a disk driveCarrying out repairs Maintenance and serviceRemoving and installing hardware components RepairsDisposal Replacing the backup batteryTo be noted before you replace the battery Replacing the battery Reconfiguring the Bios SetupRemoving the power supply module Removing the power supply moduleHow to remove the power supply module How to remove the motherboard Removing the motherboardRemoving the motherboard Steps Remove filter and device fanPreparing for equipment fan exchange Remove filter and fan Removing the processor Processor replacement Installing the fan How to remove the processor11-7 Restore DVD Reinstalling the softwareGeneral installation procedure Recovery CDInstalling Windows Booting with the CD RecoveryRestoring the factory state Setting up partitions Setting up the partitions for Windows operating systemsFormat primary partition Installing Microsoft Windows operating systemsSetting up the language selection for Windows 2000 MUI Setting up the language selection for Windows 2000 MUIInstalling drivers and software Maintenance and service Reinstalling the software Troubleshooting General problemsProblem Possible cause To correct or avoid error Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers Safety Technical data13.1 General specifications General technical dataMotherboard Special FeaturesClimatic Conditions Mech. Ambient conditionsCOM1 GraphicsStatus displays LEDs CertificationsOutput voltage Power requirements of components maximum valuesAC voltage supply Standard systemTechnical data of the telescopic rails Dimensional drawing of the device Dimensional drawingsDimensional drawing for the use of telescopic rails Dimensional drawing for the use of telescopic railsDetailed descriptions MotherboardSystem resources Tab Option Setting Bios SetupGuidelines and declarations Certification for the USA, Canada and Australia Certificates and approvalsDIN ISO 9001 certificate Software License AgreementEMC Technical Support Service and supportFurther support Training centerService & Support on the Internet Retrofitting instructions Figure A-1 For the temperature range 5 to 35 CWhat does ESD mean? ESD GuidelinesFigure B-1 Electrostatic voltages on an operator Electrical chargeAbbreviation Term Definition AbbreviationsCOA CGACLK CmosEMM FAQEide EisaIrda IDEIEC IgbtPIC PataPCI PcmciaSelv SataScsi SdramWWW VRMWAV WlanAbbreviations Glossary Configuration software Boot disketteBooting Configuration filesDrivers Device configurationController Disc-at-onceHub FormattingGender changer Hard disksLicense key diskette IT networksLegacy USB support License keyPacket writing PasswordMotherboard Operating systemRemove module bracket ResetRestore CD PixelSession at once Setup Bios SetupTroubleshooting Serial interfaceWlan WindowsGlossary-10 CD-R / CD-RW IndexIndex Index VGA Page Siemens AG