Siemens PCIL43 manual Introduction, Preface

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Introduction

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1.1Preface

Purpose of this document

These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and using the SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43.

It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the device itself and connect it with other units (automation systems, further programming devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install expansions or carry out fault/error analyses.

Where this documentation is valid

This documentation is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43 and describes the state of delivery as of September 2005.

Position in the information scheme

The operating instructions are available on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers" CD.

For supplementary instructions on how to handle the software, please refer to the corresponding manuals.

Conventions

The abbreviation Rack PC or device is also used within this documentation for the product name SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43.

History

Currently released versions of this operating manual:

Edition

09/05

Remarks

First edition

SIMATIC Rack PC IL 43	1-1
Operating Instructions, Edition 09/2005, A5E00432875-01

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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 ContentsGeneral safety instructions Safety informationRepairs System expansionsESD guidelines BatteryOverview DescriptionAreas of application HighlightsHighlights Features General featuresFunction Interfaces Optional accessoriesMonitoring functions Standard versionsOptional accessories Disk drives DVD ROMOptional expansions External structure DesignFront view of the device Pos Description Rear view of the device Pos DescriptionOperator control on/off button Pos Description Operator controlsInterfaces Connecting elementsLayout of the interfaces on the rear of the device Pos Name DescriptionPosition of the IEC power plug Description Power supplyStatus displays Status displays Display MeaningDescription 3.6 Design Transport Deployment planningUnpacking and checking the delivery unit Unpacking the deviceDevice equipment Noting the device identification dataAmbient and environmental conditions Deployment planning Ambient and environmental conditions Installing the device InstallationPossible areas of installation Possible mounting methodsInstallation 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 burnerRemovable hard disks RAID Software Sata interface Installation locationReplacing a hard disk SATA14MS08NVV 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 Temperature monitoring Temperature monitoring/displayFunctions Overview of the following monitoring functionsWatchdog WD Fan monitoringFunction Open the device Expansions and configurationTools PreparationSteps 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 Options of installing disk drives Installing disk drivesInstalling and removing a disk drive or removable rack Pos DescriptionSteps for removing the drive carrier module Removing the drive carrier moduleDisk drive or removable disk rack installation Installing and removing a hard diskInstalling a disk drive Steps for installing a disk driveRemoving and installing hardware components Maintenance and serviceRepairs Carrying out repairsTo be noted before you replace the battery Replacing the backup batteryReplacing the battery Reconfiguring the Bios Setup DisposalRemoving 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 Preparing for equipment fan exchange Remove filter and device fanRemove filter and fan StepsInstalling the fan Processor replacementHow to remove the processor Removing the processor11-7 General installation procedure Reinstalling the softwareRecovery CD Restore DVDInstalling 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 13.1 General specifications Technical dataGeneral technical data SafetyClimatic Conditions Special FeaturesMech. Ambient conditions MotherboardCOM1 GraphicsStatus displays LEDs CertificationsAC voltage supply Power requirements of components maximum valuesStandard system Output voltageTechnical 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 DIN ISO 9001 certificate Certificates and approvalsSoftware License Agreement Certification for the USA, Canada and AustraliaEMC Further support Service and supportTraining center Technical SupportService & 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 AbbreviationsCLK CGACmos COAEide FAQEisa EMMIEC IDEIgbt IrdaPCI PataPcmcia PICScsi SataSdram SelvWAV VRMWlan WWWAbbreviations Glossary Booting Boot disketteConfiguration files Configuration softwareController Device configurationDisc-at-once DriversGender changer FormattingHard disks HubLegacy USB support IT networksLicense key License key disketteMotherboard PasswordOperating system Packet writingRestore CD ResetPixel Remove module bracketTroubleshooting Setup Bios SetupSerial interface Session at onceWlan WindowsGlossary-10 CD-R / CD-RW IndexIndex Index VGA Page Siemens AG