Siemens PANEL PC 877 Connecting an S7 automation system, Coupling, Hardware requirements

Integration into an automation system

7.2 Device in a SIMATIC S7 configuration

7.2.2Connecting an S7 automation system

Coupling

The device is coupled via the MPI/DP interface as follows:

•With MPI networks S7-200, S7-300, and S7-400

•PROFIBUS DP networks with DP components

Hardware requirements

You can use the following components for coupling or networking with PROFIBUS:

•RS 485 interface, MPI/DP interface, onboard

•PROFIBUS cable

Note

Refer to the SIMATIC Net catalog IK PI for more information about SIMATIC Net PC cards.

Procedure

1.Disconnect the device from mains.

Caution

Risk of damage to the device!

Neutralize the static charge of your body, the device, and the connecting cables. You can do this by briefly touching the metal housing with the cable in your hand.

2.Insert the PROFIBUS cable in the MPI/DP socket.

3.Reconnect the device to the electrical power system.

SIMATIC Panel PC 877	7-3
Operating instructions, Release 07/2006, A5E00877780-01