Field PG m6 Operating Instructions enUS en-US PDF

SIMATIC Field PG M6 1
Preface
Overview 2
Safety instructions 3
SIMATIC
Installing and connecting the
device 4
Programming device
SIMATIC Field PG M6 5
Commissioning the device
Operating the device 6

Operating Instructions
Expanding the device 7

Maintaining and repairing the
device 8
Technical specifications 9
Technical support A
Labels and symbols B
Abbreviations C
05/2020
A5E43198909-AB
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Table of contents
1 Preface ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Preface ......................................................................................................................................6
1.2 Security information ..................................................................................................................7
1.3 Disclaimer for third-party software updates ..............................................................................7
2 Overview.................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Product description ...................................................................................................................8
2.1.1 Important instructions and manuals for operating the device ...................................................8
2.1.2 Product highlights ...................................................................................................................10
2.1.3 Application areas ....................................................................................................................11
2.2 Design of the device ...............................................................................................................12
2.2.1 Exterior design ........................................................................................................................12
2.2.2 Operator controls ....................................................................................................................16
2.2.2.1 On/off button ...........................................................................................................................16
2.2.2.2 Clickpad ..................................................................................................................................16
2.2.2.3 Keyboard .................................................................................................................................18
2.2.3 Status displays ........................................................................................................................21
2.3 Accessories.............................................................................................................................23
3 Safety instructions ................................................................................................................................... 24
3.1 General safety instructions .....................................................................................................24
3.2 Safety guidelines for transport ................................................................................................26
3.3 Notes on protecting administrator accounts ...........................................................................27
4 Installing and connecting the device ........................................................................................................ 28
4.1 Preparations............................................................................................................................28
4.1.1 Checking delivery....................................................................................................................28
4.1.2 Device identification data ........................................................................................................29
4.2 Positioning the device .............................................................................................................31
4.3 Connecting the device ............................................................................................................32
4.3.1 Connecting the power supply .................................................................................................32
4.3.2 Connect SIMATIC S7 or PROFIBUS ......................................................................................35
4.3.3 Connecting the device to systems and networks ...................................................................36
4.3.4 Connecting peripheral devices ...............................................................................................37
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5 Commissioning the device ....................................................................................................................... 39

5.1 General information on commissioning ................................................................................. 39
5.2 Initial startup: Commissioning the operating system ............................................................. 39
5.3 Changing the display language, region and formats of the operating system ....................... 41
5.4 Use of SIMATIC software with license key ............................................................................ 41
5.5 Rechargeable battery ............................................................................................................. 42
5.6 Using batteries ....................................................................................................................... 46
5.7 Operating modes ................................................................................................................... 47
6 Operating the device................................................................................................................................ 48
6.1 Notes on operation ................................................................................................................. 48
6.1.1 SSD ........................................................................................................................................ 48
6.1.2 Optical drive ........................................................................................................................... 48
6.1.3 USB socket with charging function ........................................................................................ 50
6.1.4 Card reader ............................................................................................................................ 51
6.1.4.1 SIMATIC cards for card reader .............................................................................................. 51
6.1.4.2 Editing SMCs, SD cards and multimedia cards ..................................................................... 52
6.1.4.3 Modifying SIMATIC Micro Memory Cards ............................................................................. 53
6.1.4.4 Editing SIMATIC Memory Cards ............................................................................................ 54
6.1.4.5 Editing smart cards ................................................................................................................ 55
6.1.5 WLAN and Bluetooth ............................................................................................................. 56
6.1.5.1 General information about WLAN and Bluetooth................................................................... 56
6.1.5.2 Safety notices for WLAN and Bluetooth operation ................................................................ 57
6.2 Notes on SIMATIC software .................................................................................................. 58
6.3 Intel Active Management Technology .................................................................................... 59
6.4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)............................................................................................. 60
7 Expanding the device .............................................................................................................................. 61
7.1 Removing and installing memory modules ............................................................................ 61
8 Maintaining and repairing the device ....................................................................................................... 64
8.1 Installing and removing hardware .......................................................................................... 64
8.1.1 Replacement interval ............................................................................................................. 64
8.1.2 SSD kit ................................................................................................................................... 64
8.1.3 Replacing the SSD ................................................................................................................. 66
8.1.4 Replacing the backup battery ................................................................................................ 68
8.2 Installing the operating system, software and drivers ............................................................ 69
8.2.1 Updating the operating system .............................................................................................. 69
8.2.2 Restoring operating system and partitions ............................................................................ 69
8.2.3 Installing software and drivers ............................................................................................... 70
8.3 Configuring firmware/BIOS .................................................................................................... 71
8.4 Backing up data ..................................................................................................................... 71
8.5 Modifying the partitions .......................................................................................................... 71
8.6 Recycling and disposal .......................................................................................................... 71
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9 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................................... 72

9.1 Certificates and approvals ......................................................................................................72
9.2 Directives and declarations .....................................................................................................73
9.2.1 Notes on the CE mark.............................................................................................................73
9.2.2 ESD Guidelines.......................................................................................................................74
9.3 Technical specifications ..........................................................................................................76
9.4 Interface description................................................................................................................82
9.4.1 External interfaces ..................................................................................................................82
9.4.2 Connecting cables ..................................................................................................................89
9.5 System resources ...................................................................................................................90
9.6 Firmware/BIOS description .....................................................................................................90
9.6.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................90
9.6.2 Opening the BIOS selection menu .........................................................................................92
9.6.3 Structure of the BIOS Setup menu .........................................................................................94
9.6.4 Exit menu ................................................................................................................................96
9.6.5 BIOS Setup settings................................................................................................................97
9.6.6 BIOS update .........................................................................................................................100
9.6.7 Alarm, error and system messages ......................................................................................102
9.7 Boot mode and partitions in the delivery state ......................................................................103
9.8 Active Management Technology (iAMT) ..............................................................................103
9.8.1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................103
9.8.2 Overview of AMT ..................................................................................................................104
9.8.3 Enabling Intel® AMT / basic configuration............................................................................105
9.8.4 Reset Intel® AMT to default settings with Un-configure .......................................................106
9.8.5 Determining the network address .........................................................................................106
9.8.6 Forcing user consent ............................................................................................................107
A Technical support .................................................................................................................................. 108
A.1 Service and support ..............................................................................................................108
A.2 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................109
A.2.1 General problems .................................................................................................................109
A.2.2 Problems with WLAN ............................................................................................................110
B Labels and symbols ............................................................................................................................... 111
B.1 Overview ...............................................................................................................................111
B.2 Safety ....................................................................................................................................111
B.3 Operator controls ..................................................................................................................111
B.4 Certificates, approvals and markings....................................................................................112
B.5 Interfaces ..............................................................................................................................113
C Abbreviations ......................................................................................................................................... 114
C.1 Abbreviations ........................................................................................................................114
Index ...................................................................................................................................................... 116
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Preface 1
1.1 Preface
Purpose of this documentation

This manual contains all the information you need to commission and use the SIMATIC
Field PG M6.
It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the
device 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.
Validity of this documentation

This documentation is valid for all available versions of the SIMATIC Field PG M6 and
describes the factory state as of December 2018.
Position in the information scheme

These operating instructions are included on the supplied data storage medium.
You can find additional instructions on the operating system, software and drivers in the
corresponding manuals.
History
Currently released versions of this operating manual:
Issue Comment
12/2018 First edition
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Preface
1.2 Security information
1.2 Security information

Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens' products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be
connected to an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is
necessary and only when appropriate security measures (e.g. firewalls and/or network
segmentation) are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please
visit (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
Siemens' products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are
available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no
longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customers' exposure
to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed under (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
1.3 Disclaimer for third-party software updates

This product includes third-party software. Siemens AG only provides a warranty for
updates/patches of the third-party software, if these have been distributed as part of a
Siemens software update service contract or officially released by Siemens AG. Otherwise,
updates/patches are undertaken at your own risk. You can find more information about our
Software Update Service offer on the Internet at Software Update Service
(http://www.automation.siemens.com/mcms/automation-software/en/software-update-
service).
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Overview 2
2.1 Product description
2.1.1 Important instructions and manuals for operating the device
Documentation Contents Source

Operating instructions • Product description • Supplied data storage medium
• Technical specifications • Online at:
• Installation of the device SIMATIC IPC Documentation
• Operation of the device (http://www.siemens.com/simatic-
• Installing and removing hard- ipc-doku-portal)
ware
• Dimension drawings
Quick Install Guide Information on: • Supplied in printed form with the
• Operating Instructions of the device
device • Supplied data storage medium
• Installation of the device
• Steps for connecting the device
to the power supply
• Connecting I/O devices
• Switching the device on
Current product infor- • Current notes on the device • Online at:
mation
• Changes compared with these SIMATIC IPC Documentation
operating instructions (http://www.siemens.com/simatic-
ipc-doku-portal)
SIMATIC IPC Remote Information on: Online at:
Manager
• Remote maintenance of • SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager
SIMATIC industrial PCs (IPCs) (http://support.automation.siemen
via a management PC s.com/WW/view/en/48707158)
• Using Intel ®Active Management
Technology (Intel® AMT)
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Documentation Contents Source

SIMATIC IPC Image & Information on: Online at:
Partition Creator
• Backup and recovery of files, • SIMATIC IPC Image Partition
directories, drive partitions. Creator
(https://w3.siemens.com/mcms/p
c-based-automation/en/industrial-
pc/expansion_components_acces
sories/image-and-partition-
creator/Pages/Default.aspx)
SIMATIC NET Industrial communication Online at:
• SIMATIC NET
(http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/aut
omation/en/industrial-
communica-
tions/Pages/Default.aspx)
See also
Microsoft® Windows® 10
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/view/109749498/en?dl=en)
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2.1.2 Product highlights

The SIMATIC Field PG M6 is a robust and turn-key programming tool for the components of
SIMATIC industrial automation.
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Greatest possible mobility ensured

● Notebook design (dimensions, weight) optimal for use in confined spaces at the plant as
well as when traveling
● High-performance lithium-ion battery with rated capacity of 90 Wh for extended cordless
operation.
● Housing made of magnesium alloy with soft plastic corners – providing good protection
for the electronics inside
● Powerful graphics controller with triple head function
● High-resolution, anti-reflective, 15.6" display in 16:9 full HD format guarantees ergonomic
working in the TIA Portal
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Industrial functionality
● Integrated PROFIBUS DP/MPI interface that supports operation on virtual operating
systems
● RS232/TTY interface (COM1)
The COM interface with RS232 functionality is integrated in every device by default.
Optional additional TTY interface functionality, which is dependent on the selected
hardware.
● Integrated card readers for SIMATIC:
– SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-300/400
– SMC (SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-1x00)
– SIMATIC Micro Memory Card for S7-300/C7/ET200
● Programming interfaces for SIMATIC Memory Card, SMC, SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
● Programming interfaces for S5 EPROM modules (depending on configuration)
● Integrated Multimedia Card Reader for:
– SD card (including SD UHS-II)
– Multi Media Card (MMC)
● Integrated card reader for smart cards
● Connection to company networks and WAN (wide area network) without additional
hardware through two full and independent Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
● WLAN corresponding to IEEE 802.11 ac
● Integrated Bluetooth in accordance with standard 5.0
● Fast, easily exchangeable SATA drive
● 4 USB 3.0 ports, including 1 USB port with charging function for smartphones
● HDA (High Definition Audio) interface for sound
● Integrated Trusted Platform Module to TPM 2.0 standard
System availability
● Optional Image & Partition Creator data backup software
2.1.3 Application areas

The compact SIMATIC Field PG M6 is designed for use in the field, for example for:
● configuring, programming as well as simulating automation solutions in the office
● commissioning, maintenance and servicing automation solutions on site at the plant
● use of modern office applications in the office or when traveling
Its robust design makes the Field PG M6 especially well-suited for harsh industrial
environments. This is evidenced by the housing made of impact-resistant and torsionally-
rigid magnesium alloy and the generously sized bumpers on the corners of the housing,
among other design features.
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2.2 Design of the device
2.2.1 Exterior design
View with closed display
① Status indicators
② Device handle
③ Display latch
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Front view with display open
① Display latch
② Display
③ On/off button (power)
④ Stereo speakers
⑤ Keyboard
⑥ Touchpad
⑦ Mouse buttons
View from rear
① DisplayPort (DPP)
② 2 x Ethernet
③ USB 3.1; Gen. 2; Type A
④ MPI/DP
⑤ DVI-I
⑥ RS232/TTY (TTY functionality, depending on the HW configuration variant)
⑦ Ventilation air outlet
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View of left side
① Opening for Kensington lock

② Ventilation air inlet
③ Socket for connection to the power supply: DC IN 19 V
④ Audio jack: UAJ connection for audio devices
⑤ USB 3.1; Gen. 2; Type C
⑥ Multimedia Card Reader for:
• SD card (including SD UHS-II)
• SMC (SIMATIC MC)
View of right side
① Smart Card Reader for:

• Smart card according to ISO/IEC 7816 Smart Card Interface
② Optical drive
③ Card reader for:
• SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
④ Exchangeable drive unit
⑤ Card reader for:
• SIMATIC Memory Card
⑥ 2 x USB 3.0 ports, with cover
Top port: USB 3.0 Type A
Bottom port: USB 3.0 Type A with charging function
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View from below
① Rating plate
② Cover for memory modules
③ Battery
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2.2.2 Operator controls
2.2.2.1 On/off button
① The on/off button (power) has the following functions:

• Switch PG on/off (hold the button down for approximately 1 second; the response depends
on the Windows power option settings)
• Switch PG off in the event of a fault (hold down for more than 5 seconds)
2.2.2.2 Clickpad
The Field PG features a clickpad with integrated mouse buttons. It can be used in many
programs (with mouse operation) as an input device for controlling the cursor and selecting
menus.
① Clickpad for moving the cursor and for moving objects

② Left mouse button, with mechanical pressure point
③ Right mouse button, with mechanical pressure point
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In contrast to a touch pad with a differentiated left and right mouse button, the mouse
buttons on this clickpad are integrated into the surface. In this case, the function of the left or
right mouse button has been transferred to the two integrated mouse buttons Pressing lightly
on the clickpad in the selected lower part of the area initiates a left or right mouse click. The
clickpad haptically provides a noticeable pressure point.
When you only use the clickpad to move the cursor, the whole area (including the mouse
buttons) is available.
Pressing the left mouse button selects an object. The response to the right mouse button
depends on the user program.
Clickpad functions
Function Triggered by
Moving the cursor Swiping across the clickpad with one finger.
Mouse click, left Simple tapping on the entire area of the clickpad.
Brief mechanical pressing of the left mouse button.
Mouse click, right Brief mechanical pressing of the right mouse button.
Double-click, left Quick double-tapping on the entire area of the clickpad.
Quick double-pressing of the left mouse button.
Drag and drop Pressing the left mouse button while swiping across the clickpad with the
(Drag&Drop) other finger at the same time.
Note
Using the clickpad may require some practice.
The clickpad function can be enabled and disabled with the hotkey Fn + F4.
You can configure the advanced clickpad functions under "Mouse" in the Windows Control
Panel. The technical principle used means that it is possible to make unintentional mouse
clicks with the clickpad when it is used in an environment with EMC interference. In such
environments, it is a good idea to use an external mouse. Observe the information on
electromagnetic compatibility in section "Technical specifications (Page 76)".
Problems during operation in an environment with EMC interference

A high degree of ambient interference in the vicinity of the Field PG M6 may, in rare cases,
cause malfunction of the integrated clickpad.
The malfunction manifests itself in the triggering of unintentional key clicks or delays in the
movement of the cursor. In such cases we recommend eliminating the cause of the
interference or establishing a greater distance to the source of the interference.
If working in an interference-prone environment cannot be avoided, deactivate the tap
function (mouse button emulation) using the clickpad driver. Afterwards use the clickpad
keys below the clickpad for operation.
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2.2.2.3 Keyboard
Keyboard arrangement
The keyboard is divided into the following function groups:
● Alphanumeric keyboard field with hotkeys
● Function keys
● Control keys
Repeat function
All the keys of the keyboard are equipped with a repeat function, i.e. the character is
repeated for as long as the key is pressed.
Keyboard labeling
The keyboard comes with international and German labeling.
Alphanumeric keyboard field

The largest block of keys is the alphanumeric keyboard with all the keys for letters, numerals
and special characters. The arrangement of the characters essentially corresponds to that of
a normal keyboard.
Key Function
Caps Lock
The caps lock key activates uppercase mode. All the characters are then output
as capital letters. With a multiple labeled key, the upper left character is displayed.
You can switch off the caps lock by pressing the shift key.
Num Lock key

This toggles the emulated numerical keypad between alphanumeric keys and
number keys. The LED display lights up.
Scroll Lock
Use this key to decide whether the cursor keys should move the cursor or the
screen section (this functionality is not supported by every program).
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Key Function
Start key (under Windows)
The start key calls up the Windows Start menu.
Menu key (under Windows)

The menu key calls up the menu for the selected object.
Number pad with Fn key

This function is activated using the Num Lock key. The characters and numbers labeled on
the front of the number pad keys can be used by simultaneously pressing Fn and one of
these keys.
Function keys
Twelve programmable function keys are arranged in the topmost row of keys. The
arrangement of these keys depends on the software loaded.
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Hotkeys (combination keys)

Using the Fn key and a 2nd key (e.g. a function key) you activate further key codes for
specific applications.
Key Function
Fn + Home Cursor at start
Fn + End Cursor at end
Fn + ESC Disable PG
Fn + F1 Switch speaker on and off
Fn + F2 Control menu for the display/monitor display
Fn + F3 Switch WLAN on and off
Fn + F4 Switch clickpad function (mouse pointer and mouse buttons) on and off
Fn + F5 Standby mode (depending on the configuration of the Power Button in
the Windows Power Options)
Fn + F6 Hibernation mode (depending on the configuration of the Power Button in
the Windows Power Options)
Fn + F7 Reduce volume
Fn + F8 Increase volume
Fn + F9 Reduce brightness of screen
Fn + F10 Increase brightness of screen
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2.2.3 Status displays
System status indicators

The status indicators for the system show the status of the battery, the device, the drives, the
S5 and S7 modules, the MPI/DP and the Card Reader interface (except the Smart Card
Reader). The status indicators are also visible when the display is closed.
Symbol Meaning Status indicator Description

Battery GREEN Battery is charged
ORANGE Battery is being charged
RED Battery capacity too low (only with battery op-
OFF eration)
No battery
Operation GREEN Line operation
ORANGE Battery operation
GREEN flash- Line operation, device is in Standby
ing Battery operation, device is in Standby
ORANGE Device is switched off
flashing
OFF
Mass storage GREEN Access to external memory: Drive (SSD), optical
drive (DVD)
MPI interface GREEN MPI interface active
Card reader GREEN Module programming (S5 and S7 modules)

active
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Keyboard
The status indicators for the keypad show the current status of the Num Lock and Caps Lock
shift keys. After switching on the device, the status indicators of the keys light up briefly. The
keyboard is ready.

Num Lock GREEN Num Lock switched on
OFF Num Lock switched off
Caps Lock GREEN Caps Lock switched on

OFF Caps Lock switched off
WLAN
The WLAN status indicator is located to the right of the keypad LEDs and indicates whether
WLAN is active.

WLAN ORANGE WLAN switched on
OFF WLAN switched off
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2.3 Accessories
2.3 Accessories
Accessories which are not included in the scope of delivery are available for your device.
Information on the accessories that can be ordered is available on the Internet at the
following addresses:
● Industry Mall (https://mall.industry.siemens.com)
● IPC expansion components (http://www.automation.siemens.com/mcms/pc-based-
automation/en/industrial-pc/expansion_components_accessories)
Order accessories from the SIEMENS Industry Mall

1. Navigate to the Internet URL of the Industry Mall (https://mall.industry.siemens.com).
2. Log in with your customer data (login on the top right).
3. Select the user language.
4. Navigate to the programming devices in the product catalog (tree structure on the left):
"Automation technology > Automation systems > SIMATIC Industrial automation systems
> Programming devices"
5. In the tree structure on the left, click: Field PG M6.
6. Select the "Accessories" tab in the display area.
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Safety instructions 3
3.1 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Observe safety instructions
Please observe the safety instructions on the back of the cover sheet of this
documentation. You should not expand your device unless you have read the relevant
safety instructions.
This device is compliant with the relevant safety measures to IEC, EN, VDE, UL, and CSA. If
you have questions about the validity of the installation in the planned environment, please
contact your service representative.
Repairs
Only qualified personnel are permitted to repair the device.
WARNING
Damage to property and personal injury
Unauthorized opening and improper repairs can cause considerable damage to property or
danger for the user.
System expansions
Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. The installation of other
expansions can damage the system and violate the radio-interference suppression
regulations. Contact your technical support team or where you purchased your PC to find out
which system expansion devices may safely be installed.
NOTICE
Warranty
If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your device, the warranty
becomes void.
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Safety instructions
3.1 General safety instructions
Battery
This device is equipped with a lithium battery for supplying power to the internal real-time
clock. Batteries may only be replaced by qualified personnel.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion when replacing and disposing of the battery
There is the risk of an explosion if the battery is not replaced as directed. Replace only with
the same type or with an equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. When
disposing of batteries, observe the locally applicable legal regulations.
WARNING
Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances!
Do not throw lithium batteries into an open fire, do not solder, or open the cell body, do not
short-circuit, or reverse polarity, do not heat up above 100 °C, follow the disposal
instructions, and protect against direct exposure to sunlight, humidity, and condensation.
ESD guidelines
Modules containing electrostatic sensitive devices (ESDs) can be identified by the following
label:
Strictly follow the guidelines mentioned below when handling modules which are sensitive to
ESD:
● Always discharge any static electricity from your body before handling modules that are
sensitive to electrostatic discharge (for example, by touching a grounded object).
● All devices and tools must be free of static charge.
● Always pull the mains connector and disconnect the battery before you install or remove
modules which are sensitive to ESD.
● Handle modules fitted with ESDs by their edges only.
● Do not touch any wiring posts or conductors on modules containing ESDs.
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Safety instructions
3.2 Safety guidelines for transport
3.2 Safety guidelines for transport
Before you set off

Observe the following information when you are traveling with the device:
● Back up important data from the SSD.
● For safety reasons, switch off the radio component (WLAN) if you cannot be sure that the
transmitted radio waves will not interfere with any electrical or electronic equipment in
your vicinity.
● If you want to use your device during a flight, first of all ask the airline company if you are
permitted to do so.
● When traveling abroad, ensure the power adapter can be used with the local mains
voltage. If this is not the case, you must acquire the appropriate adapter for your device.
Do not use any other voltage transformers!
Note
Using the field device in another country
Verify the compatibility of local mains and power cable specifications when using the PG
abroad. If this is not the case, purchase a power cable that complies with the local
conditions. Do not use connection adapters for electrical appliances in order to connect
the device to them.
Transport
Despite the fact that the device is of a rugged design, its internal components are sensitive
to severe vibrations or shock. With just a few simple transport precautions you can help to
create a trouble-free operation.
● Switch off the device (see section On/off button (Page 16)).
● Disconnect the I/O devices from the device.
● Close the display and the interface covers on the back of the device.
● Use the integrated handle for brief transportation.
● Store the device with all accessories in the backpack supplied for further transport.
You should always use the original packaging for shipping and transporting the device.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the device!
If you are transporting the device in extreme weather conditions with large fluctuations in
temperature, care must be taken to ensure that no moisture forms on or in the device
(condensation).
If you notice any condensation, wait around 12 hours before you switch on the device.
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Safety instructions
3.3 Notes on protecting administrator accounts
3.3 Notes on protecting administrator accounts

A user with administrator privileges has extensive access and manipulation options in the
system.
Therefore, ensure there are adequate safeguards for protecting the administrator accounts
to prevent unauthorized changes. To do this, use secure passwords and a standard user
account for normal operation. Other measures, such as the use of security policies, should
be applied as needed.
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Installing and connecting the device 4
4.1 Preparations
4.1.1 Checking delivery
Unpacking the device

Note the following points when you unpack the unit
● It is advisable not to dispose of the original packing material. Keep it in case you have to
transport the unit again.
● Please keep the documentation in a safe place. It is required for initial commissioning and
is part of the device.
● Check the delivery unit for any visible transport damage.
● Check the delivery and your specially ordered accessories against the packaging list to
ensure nothing is missing. Please inform your local dealer of any disagreements or
transport damages.
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Installing and connecting the device
4.1 Preparations
4.1.2 Device identification data

The device can be clearly identified with the help of the identification data in case of repairs
or loss.
The figures below are examples. The data of your device may differ from the data in these
examples.
Rating plate
The rating plate is located on the underside of the device.
Example:
COA label
The COA label is located on the underside of the device.
Example COA label for the Microsoft® Windows® 10 operating system:
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4.1 Preparations
Write down identification data
Identification date Source Value

Order number Rating plate 6ES ...
Serial number Rating plate S VP...
Microsoft Windows Product Key COA-label
Ethernet address 1 BIOS Setup:
Ethernet address 2 Menu "Advanced" > "Peripheral
Configuration"
1. Enter the order number, serial number and production status in the table above.
2. Transfer the Microsoft Windows Product Key to the table. This is always required to
reinstall the operating system.
3. Enter the Ethernet addresses in the table.
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4.2 Positioning the device
4.2 Positioning the device
WARNING
Risk of fire
The outer housing is made of Magnesium. If it comes into contact with open flame, there is
a risk of fire / spreading fire.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the device
Always set the PG down on its underside, otherwise there is a risk that it will fall over and
damage sensitive components.
● Position the programming device to ensure comfortable operation and safety.

● Position the programming device with its bottom on a flat surface and at a comfortable
height and distance.
● Ensure that a power outlet is easily accessible near your workplace.
● Ensure that there is enough space for connecting peripherals.
● Do not obstruct any ventilation slots when you position the device.
● Open the display by sliding the lock of the display in the direction of the arrow.
● Flip the display open and adjust it to a convenient viewing angle. The display can be
adjusted to any inclination angle between 0 and 150o.
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4.3 Connecting the device
4.3.1 Connecting the power supply
To be noted before you connect the device
WARNING
Power supply only with the original power supply unit
Only use the original power supply that is supplied with the device.
Note
The external power unit supplies power to the Field PG in mains operation with 120 V and
230 V power supply networks. The voltage range is set automatically.
WARNING
Risk of lightning strikes
Lightning may enter the mains cables and data transmission cables and jump to a person.
Death, serious injury and burns can be caused by lightning strikes.
Take the following precautions:
• Pull out the power plug in good time when a thunderstorm is approaching.
• Do not touch mains cables and data transmission cables during a thunderstorm.
• Keep a sufficient distance from electric cables, distributors, systems, etc.
WARNING
Operation only in grounded power supply systems
The device is designed only to be used in grounded power supply systems (TN systems to
VDE 0100, part 300, or IEC 60364-3).
It must not be used in ungrounded, or impedance-grounded power systems (IT systems).
WARNING
Danger of damage to the device or destruction of the battery
Only use the supplied battery or an original spare part. Information on original spare parts
for Field PGs is available in section Accessories (Page 23).
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WARNING
Risk of fire and electric shock
The On/Off button does not completely isolate the device from the power supply. If the
device is switched off with the On/Off button, there is still a risk of electric shock and fire, for
example, if the device or the connecting cables are damaged or in the event of improper
use.
When working on the device or if the device is not used for a long period of time, always
disconnect it fully from the power supply. Shut down the operating system and if you are
using the device in mains operation, pull out the power plug.
Localized information
For the United States and Canada
For the United States and Canada, a CSA or UL-listed power cord must be used.
The connector must be compliant with NEMA 1-15P.
● 120 V/240 V supply voltage
A flexible cable with UL approval and CSA marking must be used. In addition, the cable
must exhibit the following properties:
– SPT-2 or SVT with three wires
– At least 18 AWG conductor cross-section
– Max. length of 4.5 m
– Connector 15 A, min. 125 V
For countries other than the USA and Canada
● 230 V supply voltage
This device is equipped with a safety-tested power cord. If you choose not to use this
cable, you must use a flexible cable of the following type: At least 18 AWG (0.82 mm2)
conductor cross-section and 15 A/250 V connector. The cable set must conform to the
safety regulations of the country in which the devices are installed, and bear the
prescribed markings in each case.
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Procedure
1. Insert the supplied power sup-

ply cable into the external
power supply.
2. Insert the low-voltage con-
nector into the appropriate
socket for connection to the
power supply ① on the left
hand side of the device.
3. Plug the external power supply
into a socket with a grounded
protective conductor.
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4.3.2 Connect SIMATIC S7 or PROFIBUS

You can connect the PG to a SIMATIC S7 automation system or a PROFIBUS network via
the electrically isolated*) MPI/DP interface. The MPI connecting cable (5 m) for connecting to
SIMATIC S7-CPUs (order number: 6ES7901-0BF00-0AA0) is supplied as standard.
Transmission rates of no more than 187.5 Kbps are possible with this cable. To achieve
baud rates higher than 1.5 Mbps, you will need a 12 Mbps PROFIBUS connecting cable
(order number 6ES7901-4BD00-0XA0).
Connecting the Field PG to an S7 automation system
1. Switch off your device.

2. Plug the cable into the MPI/DP inter-
face ①.
3. Screw the connector into place.
4. Insert the cable into the respective port on

the CPU.
In the disturbed environment: Bus con-
nector
6ES7972-0BB10-0XA0
or
6ES7972-0BB20-0XA0
6ES7901-0BF00-0AA0
(5m long)
*) Electrically isolated within the safety extra-low voltage circuit (SELV)
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the device
You could damage the port on the Field PG if you use the wrong connecting cable.
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4.3.3 Connecting the device to systems and networks

The following options are available for the integration of the device in existing or planned
system environments/networks:
Ethernet
The integrated Ethernet interfaces (10/100/1000 Mbps) can be used for communication and
data exchange with programmable controllers, such as SIMATIC S7.
PROFIBUS / MPI
The potential-free Profibus interface (12 Mbps) can be used to interconnect distributed field
devices or to link to SIMATIC S7.
The "PROFIBUS" software package is needed to link to S7 automation systems.
RS232/TTY interface (COM1)

You can connect the Field PG to a SIMATIC S5 programmable controller via the optional
TTY interface.
You will need the "SIMATIC STEP 5 V7.23" software to link to S5 programmable controllers.
WLAN
You can link the Field PG to an Industrial Wireless LAN network using the integrated WLAN
interface.
You can find additional information here: Industrial Wireless Communication (IWLAN)
(http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/automation/en/industrial-communications/industrial-wireless-
communication/Pages/industrial-wireless-communication.aspx)
SIEMENS Industry Online Support

For more information, the SIEMENS Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com) is also available.
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4.3.4 Connecting peripheral devices
To be noted before you connect the device
NOTICE
Peripheral devices incapable of hot-plugging
Peripheral devices that are incapable of hot-plugging may only be connected after the
device has been disconnected from the power supply.
NOTICE
Observe the documentation of your I/O devices
Strictly adhere to the specifications for peripheral equipment.
WARNING
Equipotential bonding of the signal cable shields
When you connect long signal cables (particularly with connections between buildings),
make sure the signal cables are always integrated into the local equipotential bonding
system (connecting the cable shielding to the protective conductor).
Connecting a monitor
You can also connect monitors with other appropriate interfaces to the connections for
DisplayPort and DVI-I with appropriate adapters.
Connecting devices to the USB socket

Connect devices such as drives, mouse, keyboard, printer and USB headsets to the USB
sockets.
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Connecting audio devices to the UAJ socket

The audio socket on the left-hand side of the device is a so-called UAJ connection (Universal
Audio Jack) for a 3.5mm jack.
Depending on the function, a UAJ connector has 2 to 4 contact areas. Depending on their
position, they are generally referred to as Tip, Ring 1, Ring 2 and Sleeve.
Depending on the function or standard, the contacts are assigned differently.
The audio controller of the Field PG recognizes the assignment of the contacts of the UAJ
connector depending on the connected audio device and is automatically configured.
You can connect the following audio devices to the UAJ connection:
● Audio device with line-out
● Audio device with line-in
● Headphones
● Microphone
● Headset (with headphones and microphone) with the following standards:
– OMTP: Standard for Samsung audio devices, etc.
– CTIA: Standard for Apple® audio devices
Note
Connection of microphone and headphones with two 3.5mm jacks
An adapter is needed to simultaneously connect a microphone and headphones to a
3.5-mm-jack.
See also
Technical specifications (Page 76)
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Commissioning the device 5
5.1 General information on commissioning
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the device!
Make sufficient allowances for the device to warm up to room temperature before you put it
into use. If condensation develops, wait at least 12 hours before switching on the device.
Requirements for commissioning

● The power supply is connected or the battery is fully charged.
5.2 Initial startup: Commissioning the operating system

Your device is delivered with preinstalled device drivers and SIEMENS software products.
After switching on the device for the first time, you can make the following menu-driven
personnel settings:
● Specify display language and region
● Create user account
Requirements
● There is no data storage medium in the optical drive.
● The default settings in the firmware/BIOS are unchanged before commissioning the
operating system.
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5.2 Initial startup: Commissioning the operating system
Commissioning of the installed Windows® operating system
NOTICE
Operational reliability of the device and the plant is at risk
Incorrect or aborted commissioning of the operating system can put the operational
reliability of your device and the plant at risk.
Observe the following:
• Do not switch off the device at any time during commissioning of the device.
• If commissioning is aborted or is done incorrectly, you must restore the operating
system with the supplied Restore DVD set to achieve full operational reliability. You can
find additional information on this in Restoring operating system and partitions
(Page 69).
1. Switch the device on.

2. The operating system is set up automatically. The device may restart multiple times
during this process.
3. Wait until you are prompted to select the language.
4. Type in the product key if required. The product key is located on the "Certificate of
Authenticity" label on the device or on an enclosed "Certificate of Authenticity Card".
5. Follow the rest of the instructions on the screen.
Once the user has logged on for the first time and the Windows® user interface has
loaded, commissioning of the operating system is complete.
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5.3 Changing the display language, region and formats of the operating system
5.3 Changing the display language, region and formats of the operating
system
Changing the settings of the logged-in user account
1. Select: "Start > Settings > Time & language".
2. Make the desired changes in the following areas:
– "Date & time"
– "Region & language"
Changing the system account and the standard user account settings
You can change the settings for the display language, region and formats of the system
account (for example, the display language in the user login dialog) and the settings of the
standard user account (default setting for new users).
The settings of the registered user are copied to the system account and the standard user
account for this purpose.
1. Select: "Start > Settings > Time & language".
2. In the "Region & language" area, for the "Add a language" option define a desired
"default" language.
5.4 Use of SIMATIC software with license key

A product-specific license key (user authorization) is required for use of SIMATIC software.
This protected software may only be used with the relevant authorization. The license keys
for your SIMATIC software are stored on the included USB memory stick.
Remove the cap from the USB memory stick and insert the stick into a free USB port of your
computer to access the license keys.
After a short time a drive named "License_Key" will appear in Windows Explorer.
During a new installation, you will be notified by the Setup program if a matching license key
has not been installed on your computer. You can then choose to have the Setup program
install the license or to install the license later with the Automation License Manager you are
going to install.
If you want to transfer the license key later, follow these steps:
1. Close the Automation License Manager. Locate the drive named "License_Key" in the left
pane.
2. Click the drive named "License_Key".
This displays an overview of the license keys found on the license stick.
3. Use a drag-and-drop operation to move the desired license key to one of your drives.
4. After the transfer, the license key is located on the corresponding drive and you can now
use the activated software.
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5.5 Rechargeable battery
Prior to removing the license stick, make sure to disconnect it according to the Windows
specifications ("Safely removing hardware").
You may also use the USB license stick to transfer the license keys to a different computer,
or to store them intermediately.
Note
Software installed on the SIMATIC Field PG M6 for which a license key is not included in the
scope of delivery cannot be used or will only run in Trial mode.
Danger notices
WARNING
Risk of personal injury or damage to property due to improper handling of the battery
A battery can cause burns, it can explode or release toxic substances.
Do not open or damage the battery. Do not expose battery to heat or fire. Keep the battery
away from children.
WARNING
Danger of damage to the device or destruction of the battery
Only use the supplied battery or an original spare part. Information on original spare parts
for Field PGs is available in section "Accessories (Page 23)".
WARNING
Risk of damage to the device by foreign objects
Always transport the device with the battery plugged in. This prevents foreign objects (e.g.
paper clips) from entering the device through the openings.
WARNING
Risk of damage to the device by unprotected transport
Do not carry the rechargeable battery unprotected in your pocket, briefcase or other
container, as metal objects (e.g. car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. This can
result in damage to the rechargeable battery or there can be a risk of fire.
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WARNING
Risk of damage to the device by water or splashing water
The rechargeable battery is not waterproof. Never immerse the rechargeable battery in
water and protect it against splashing water (rain, seawater).
WARNING
Danger if the device leaks
If a rechargeable battery leaks, avoid contact of the liquid with skin, mucous membranes
(eyes, mouth) or food and do not inhale the escaping vapors. Clean exposed and affected
body parts with plenty of water and soap.
WARNING
Danger of damage to the device by pressure
Do not exert pressure on the rechargeable battery, do not drop it, damage it and do not
insert any foreign objects.
WARNING
Risk of damage to the device by metal objects
Keep the unused battery away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small
metal objects that could cause the contacts to be bridged. A short-circuit between the
battery contacts can result in burns or fire.
WARNING
Danger due to damaged or modified devices
Do not use damaged or modified rechargeable batteries. Damaged or modified
rechargeable batteries can behave unpredictably and lead to fire, explosion or risk of injury.
WARNING
Risk of damage to the device due to charging outside the permissible temperature range
Observe all instructions for charging and never charge the battery outside the temperature
range specified in the operating instructions. Incorrect charging or charging outside the
permissible temperature range can destroy the rechargeable battery and increase the risk
of fire.
WARNING
Risk of damage to the device from unauthorized customer service centers
Never service damaged rechargeable batteries. All rechargeable battery maintenance
should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized customer service centers.
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WARNING
Risk of damage to the device from pointed objects or external force
The rechargeable battery can be damaged by pointed objects such as nails or screwdrivers
or by external force. An internal short-circuit can occur and cause the rechargeable battery
to burn, smoke, explode or overheat.
WARNING
Risk of damage to the device by frost
Avoid exposing the battery to frost. The longer the cells are exposed to lower temperatures,
the greater the risk of capacity loss and hazardous cell damage. Therefore, do not store
rechargeable batteries in an unheated garage during winter.
Disposal
Lithium ion batteries can be recycled. Their components can be used as raw materials for
new batteries or other products. A requirement for effective recycling is the collection of used
batteries.
NOTICE
Risk of fire - Hazardous to people and the environment
The improper disposal of batteries may cause fire.
Observe the local regulations for the disposal of recyclable materials.
Dispose of batteries properly.
Battery operation
The battery (lithium ion) enables mobile use of the device, independently of an external
power supply. It also protects against data loss in the even of a power failure.
As soon as the external power supply is connected, the battery will start charging. In doing
so, the following conditions are important:
● When the device is switched off the charging process takes around 3 hours.
● When the device is switched on, the charging process takes between 3 and 6 hours
(depending on the system load).
● The charging process is terminated as soon as the battery is fully charged.
● A charged battery will discharge itself during storage (depending on the temperature, and
whether or not it is installed) over a few months. It will then have to be recharged.
● The battery charging is terminated when the battery is fully charged or if, for example, the
upper temperature limit for charging is exceeded. You can check the battery charge level
in Windows.
When the power supply is connected and the status indicator of the battery lights up green,
the battery is full and will not be charged any further.
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Current consumption in battery operation

You can reduce the off-state battery power consumption of your device to the minimum by
disabling the Intel® AMT and USB charging functions in the BIOS. You should remove the
battery from the Field PG if you are planning on not operating the device for several months.
Ideal storage conditions for the battery pack: Ambient temperature of approximately 20 °C
and battery charging state of approximately 50%.
Note
The battery pack may by completely or partially discharged (e.g. due to self-discharge)
during commissioning. Before full discharge, when only a residual charge remains, the
battery status indicator lights up red in battery mode as a warning. End your work and save
your data. There are now only a few minutes battery running time left.
Please note that for a complete disconnection from the mains the mains connector must be
removed.
Service life of the battery

Due to the technology used, the capacity of the rechargeable battery decreases over its
lifetime. For this reason, the rechargeable battery is excluded from the warranty in the event
of a capacity reduction, as is the case with all manufacturers of comparable devices. In the
case of a significant drop of efficiency we recommend that you replace the battery. Use only
Siemens original spare parts.
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5.6 Using batteries
5.6 Using batteries
WARNING
Observe the danger notices
Read the notes and information on the proper use and correct disposal of batteries in
section "Rechargeable battery (Page 42)".
Requirement
The device is completely isolated from the line voltage.
Procedure
1. Turn the device over so that it is

lying on a stable surface with its
display unit closed.
2. Release ① the battery cover ② on
the bottom of the device.
3. Open the battery cover in the direc-

tion of the arrow and, if necessary,
remove the old battery.
Insert the new battery.
4. Close the cover and turn the device

over again.
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5.7 Operating modes
5.7 Operating modes

In accordance with the settings in the Windows Power Options, the Field PG supports
different operating states. You can manually or automatically, after a particular time interval,
put the device in the following operating states:
● Standby mode (Save to RAM)
● Hibernation (Hibernate, save to disk)
● On
● Off
Parameterize the possible operating modes of the device to the following actions in the
power options:
● Operating the on/off button
● Shutting down the operating system (Windows)
● Opening and closing the display lid
● Inactivity of keyboard and mouse
Reactivating the device after standby mode or hibernation

In standby mode the corresponding status indicator for the system flashes; in hibernation
mode all status indicators are switched off. To reactivate the Field PG after these two
operating modes, press the on/off button briefly.
Parameterize the change to the different operating states

In Windows you can set parameters for the time interval and the actions for change to a
different operating mode in the power options. Select:
● "Control Panel\All Control Panel Items\Power Options".
Before changing the power options, make a note of the factory settings, if necessary.
Note
Deactivating Hibernation or Standby mode
By changing the power settings, and by adding extra hardware (such as USB-components)
or software to the device, you can modify the operating modes so that the device cannot
switch to Hibernation or Standby mode. Even though the screen display is dark, relevant
consumers remain switched on in the device.
Operating modes during transportation of the device

Please remember to always shut down the Field PG or set it to Hibernation prior to
transporting it in the backpack. You can recognize these states by the fact that all device
status indicators are switched off after removing the power supply. This way you can ensure
the device is not switched on and the battery is not unintentionally discharged during
transportation.
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Operating the device 6
6.1 Notes on operation
6.1.1 SSD
SSDs with different capacities can be used.
Note
Please use only drives recommended by Siemens. The order data for the drives can be
found in the catalog.
The corresponding status indicator for the system lights up when the drive is accessed. See
sectionStatus displays (Page 21).
6.1.2 Optical drive

This drive allows you, for example, to read the operating instructions on the supplied
"Manuales and Drivers" DVD.
Information on burning data storage media (CD-RW or DVD±RW)
NOTICE
Danger of data loss!
Burning is permissible only in an undisturbed environment, i.e. shock and vibration stress
must be avoided. Because of heavy fluctuation in the quality of CD-Rs, data may be
corrupted in a burning session, even if no error message is initially displayed. The written
data can only be verified by comparing these with the source. To be on the safe side, data
should be verified after every burning session.
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Operating the device
Emergency unlocking mechanism of the drive drawer

If the drive drawer does not open, you can open it using the emergency unlocking
mechanism:
1. Completely disconnect the device from the power supply.
2. Carefully guide a long, thin object through the small hole (diameter approx. 1mm) in the
drive drawer.
You can use a thin needle or a straightened paper clip for this. Push it approx. 2-3 mm
into the hole.
The drive drawer will open.
Inserting or removing data storage media

To prevent excessive force acting on the extended drive drawer, hold it at the front panel
when inserting or removing the data storage media.
After closing the drawer, the data storage medium is initially tested and then the access
display on the drive starts to flash.
● Display flashes:
A data storage medium which is hard to read but still readable is in the drive.
● Display flashes initially and then is continuously lit:
The data storage medium inserted is not readable and is defective.
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6.1.3 USB socket with charging function
You can use the bottom USB socket under the cover on the side of the device ① to charge
USB devices (e.g. smartphones) at a current of up to 1.5 A, even when the Field PG is
switched off.
The circuit is compliant with USB standard BC1.2 and also supports charging of Apple
devices based on the so-called divider mode method. Devices charged in divider mode will
only reach the maximum current in shutdown state.
If you also want to use the charging function in cordless operating mode while the device is
shutdown, activate the corresponding function in the BIOS Setup dialog Power > USB
Charger.
Note
Disable this function again to maintain the minimum possible discharge rate of the battery
pack.
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6.1.4 Card reader
6.1.4.1 SIMATIC cards for card reader

The card readers of the Field PG can be found on the left and right of the device, see section
"Exterior design (Page 12)". You can operate the following SIMATIC cards in the following
card readers:
SIMATIC Memory Card

● SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-300/400
– SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-400 (long design)
– SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-300 (short design)
SIMATIC Micro Memory Card

● SIMATIC Micro Memory Card for S7-300/C7/ET200
SMC (SIMATIC MC)

● SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-1x00
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6.1.4.2 Editing SMCs, SD cards and multimedia cards

You can read, program or erase the following cards with the Multimedia Card Reader:
● SMC (SIMATIC MC)
● SD card (including SD UHS-II)
● MMC (Multi Media Card)
NOTICE
Risk of data loss for SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
Do not use a SIMATIC Micro Memory Card in this case because the card can be
damaged by Windows functions.
The slot for the SIMATIC Micro Memory Card is located on the right-hand side of the
device, see section "Modifying SIMATIC Micro Memory Cards (Page 53)".
The Multimedia Card Reader ① is located on the left-hand side of the device.
The contact areas of the card face downward. When inserting the card, pay attention to the
correct positioning of the card.
To remove the card press it lightly towards the device.
The card is operated by a push-push function.
NOTICE
Do not insert or remove cards while in use.
Inserting or removing a card while it is in use could damage it.
The card may not be removed as long the status indicator is lit, see section "Status displays
(Page 21)".
Observe the ESD guidelines (Page 74).
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6.1.4.3 Modifying SIMATIC Micro Memory Cards

You can read, program, or erase SIMATIC Micro Memory Cards.
Procedure
1. Switch on the PG.

2. Start your SIMATIC programming function.
3. Use the programming function of your
SIMATIC programming software to read, pro-
gram, or erase the
SIMATIC Micro Memory Card.
4. End the programming function of your
SIMATIC programming software.
5. Remove the SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
from the card reader ①.
NOTICE
Do not insert or remove the module while it is in use
Plugging in or removing the module while the module is being changed could damage the
module.
Do not remove the SIMATIC Micro Memory Card if the module programming status display
is lit.
Note the ESD Guidelines (Page 74).
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6.1.4.4 Editing SIMATIC Memory Cards

You can read, program, or erase SIMATIC Memory Cards in the card reader located on the
right-hand side of the device. SIMATIC Memory Cards are available for SIMATIC S5 and
SIMATIC S7-hardware.
Procedure
1. Switch the device on.

2. Use the programming function of your SIMATIC
programming software to read, program, or erase
the SIMATIC Memory Card.
3. End the programming function of your SIMATIC
programming software.
4. Remove the SIMATIC Memory Card from the card
reader①.
NOTICE
Do not insert or remove cards while in use.
Inserting or removing a card while it is in use could damage it.
The card may not be removed as long the status indicator is lit. See section "Status
displays (Page 21)".
Observe the ESD guidelines (Page 74).
Note
Malfunction
The simultaneous use of MPI/DP Online and a SIMATIC Memory Card can cause
malfunctions. Simultaneous use is not supported.
Terminate the use of the SIMATIC Memory Card before using MPI/DP.
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6.1.4.5 Editing smart cards

You can read smart cards with an integrated chip, such as plant ID cards, with the Smart
Card Reader.
The Smart Card Reader is located on the right-hand side of the device.
When inserting the card, pay attention to the correct positioning of the card. The chip must
face upward.
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6.1.5 WLAN and Bluetooth
6.1.5.1 General information about WLAN and Bluetooth

You can find information on the WLAN standard and the Bluetooth version in the section
"Technical specifications (Page 76)".
The device is equipped with a network card for Wireless LAN (WLAN), i.e. you are not
assigned to a cable network.
More detailed information on configuring and operating the WLAN can be found in the online
help of the WLAN network adapter.
Depending on the infrastructure and the access rights set by the network administrator, you
have exactly the same access to files, the printer and to the Internet with WLAN as with
cable network.
Depending on the surrounding conditions, you can create connections through walls or at
distances in the open air of up to 100 m.
The on-board network adapter operates based on the following standards:
The IEEE standard offers two modes of operation, the ad hoc mode (Peer to Peer) and the
infrastructure mode.
Ad hoc mode
The ad hoc network refers to a wireless network that is established directly between several
computers, whereby all computers must have a WLAN facility. No additional devices are
necessary.
Infrastructure mode
The infrastructure network uses access points to connect computers to wired networks with
the aid of WLAN. These can be a local network (e.g. company networks) or a global network
(e.g. Internet).
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6.1.5.2 Safety notices for WLAN and Bluetooth operation

You can switch the WLAN of the Field PG off and on with the hotkeys Fn + F3.
● The radio waves necessary for WLAN and Bluetooth can cause interference in hearing
aids (unpleasant buzzing) and in the onboard electronics of vehicles. To prevent
interference, switch off the Field PG in aircraft, or when driving a vehicle.
● Radio waves caused by WLAN and Bluetooth may lead to malfunctioning of life-support
systems. Switch off the WLAN and Bluetooth function if you are in the proximity of such
systems, e.g. hospitals, medical electronic systems.
● The range of the wireless connection and the achievable data transmission rate depend
on the ambient and environmental conditions.
● A WLAN and Bluetooth connection is not tap-proof. Unauthorized third parties can then
receive data.
To protect the transmitted data, WLAN and Bluetooth have different encryption methods.
We recommend that you activate an encryption in accordance with your WLAN and
Bluetooth environment.
● If possible, do not bring the WLAN and Bluetooth connection in the vicinity of the following
devices as the operation of these devices may result in faults or the complete failure of
the WLAN and Bluetooth connection:
– Microwaves
– Wireless video-audio transmission systems
– Wireless telephones (DECT)
CAUTION
Risk of interference with pacemakers
The radio waves of WLAN and Bluetooth may interfere with pacemakers.
If you wear a pacemaker, keep a minimum distance of 20 cm from the Field PG when
WLAN or Bluetooth is activated.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion
The radio waves transmitted by WLAN and Bluetooth may trigger an explosion or fire.
Switch off WLAN and Bluetooth of the Field PG if you go in the vicinity of flammable gases
or in an explosive environment (e.g. paint shop).
Siemens is not responsible for radio or television interference that has been caused by
unauthorized changes to this device. Furthermore, Siemens shall not be held responsible for
the use or replacement of connecting cables and devices that have not been recommended
by Siemens. The user alone is responsible for remedying faults that have been caused by
such an unauthorized change, or for the use or the replacement of the device.
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6.2 Notes on SIMATIC software
6.2 Notes on SIMATIC software
Starting STEP 7
Please note that a license key is required to work with STEP 7. For more information, refer to
section "Use of SIMATIC software with license key (Page 41)".
● In the Windows desktop, click the SIMATIC Manager icon, or
● Click the Start button, and select the desired program with Simatic > STEP 7.
Note
The Archive/Retrieve function in STEP 7 is used to transfer a STEP 7 project from one
PG to another. To transmit, in the SIMATIC Manager select File > Archive or File >
Retrieve. A detailed description of the procedure is given in section "Steps for File
Archiving/Retrieval" of the online help for STEP 7.
Starting WinCC flexible

Please note that a license key is required to use WinCC flexible.
● In the Windows desktop, click on the SIMATIC Manager icon, or
● Click the Start button, and select the desired program with Simatic > WinCC flexible.
Starting TIA Portal

You have the following options for starting the TIA Portal:
● Click the TIA Portal icon on the Windows desktop:
● Click the Start button and select the following path:
All Programs > Siemens Automation > TIA Portal V1x
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6.3 Intel Active Management Technology
6.3 Intel Active Management Technology

Intel® Active Management Technology is a technology for remote maintenance of computers
(AMT PCs). This remote maintenance encompasses the following functions:
● Remote power management:
AMT PCs can be switched on/off and be restarted from another PC.
● Keyboard–Video–Mouse-Redirection (KVM-Redirection)
Keyboard–Video–Mouse redirection. This enables remote access to the AMT PC, and
operation of AMT PCs without functioning operating system.
● BIOS Setup Management
You can start and change the BIOS Setup remotely.
● Remote reboot:
An AMT PC can be booted from a bootable ISO file made available by another PC.
● SOL (Serial over LAN):
You can redirect data of a serial interface to the network. The function is used primarily
for text-based remote control of an AMT PC in console mode.
● IDE redirection:
An ISO file contains a memory image of the content of a CD or DVD with ISO 9660
structure. An ISO file can be implemented on the AMT PC for use as virtual DVD drive on
the help desk PC.
Configuration of the AMT PC

You configure AMT in the BIOS Setup and MEBx (Management Engine BIOS Extension).
MEBx is a BIOS extension for configuring AMT.
Press <ESC> when the BIOS appears briefly during startup and select the BIOS start page
MEBx.
Note
Password protection for the AMT PC
AMT enables virtually unrestricted access to the AMT PC. Protect access to the AMT PC by
means of password.
You can find additional information on this under Enabling Intel® AMT / basic configuration
(Page 105).
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6.4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
6.4 Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Depending on the configuration you ordered, your device may have a TPM 2.0 compatible
Trusted Platform Module. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a chip that adds security
functions to your device. This enables improved protection of the device against
manipulation, for example.
NOTICE
Import restrictions for the Trusted Platform Module
Some countries restrict the use of Trusted Platform Modules. Use of Trusted Platform
Modules in these countries is not permitted.
• Observe all regulations of the country in which the device will be operated.
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Expanding the device 7
7.1 Removing and installing memory modules
Memory expansion options

The motherboard is equipped with 2 slots for DDDR4-memory modules. You can use these
to expand the PG memory capacity to a maximum of 32 GB. The memory modules may not
exceed the maximum size of 16 GB.
Preparation
1. Switch off the device. Make sure the device is not in Standby mode (unsaved data could
be lost) and that the device cannot get damaged.
2. Close the display unit.
3. Remove all connecting cables from the device.
4. Place the PG with the display unit face down on an level surface.
NOTICE
Observe the ESD guidelines
The electronic components on the PCBS are highly sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
It is therefore vital to take precautionary measures when handling these components.
Refer to the ESD Guidelines (Page 74) for a description of these measures.
Note
Please use only Siemens memory modules as these have been qualified and cleared for
use in this device. You will find the order data in the catalog.
5. Open the battery pack cover; see chapter "Using batteries (Page 46)".
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Expanding the device
Removing a memory module
1. Remove the battery (Page 46).

2. Remove the screw (Torx T6) that holds
the cover.
3. Remove the cover.

4. Carefully push the two clamps to the
side. The memory module folds up.
5. Pull the memory module out of the slot.
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Expanding the device
Installing the memory module
1. Insert the memory module into the slot

with the connection contacts in front.
Pay attention to the notch (locking ele-
ment) on the side of the connector.
2. Carefully push the module downwards
until the lock engages.
3. Put the cover back over the slot and

fasten this with the screw.
4. Insert the battery again (Page 46) and

connect the device to the power supply
system.
Note
The memory modules must be seated firmly in their slots. Faulty contact of the memory
modules may lead to malfunction, e.g. boot failure of the device.
Display of the current memory configuration

The memory expansion is automatically detected. The RAM configuration is indicated in the
BIOS Setup, "Main" menu.
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Maintaining and repairing the device 8
8.1 Installing and removing hardware
8.1.1 Replacement interval

To maintain high system availability, we recommend the preventative replacement of those
PC components that are subject to wear in accordance with the intervals for replacement
indicated in the table below:
Component Replacement interval

Drives 3 years
Backup battery 5 years
8.1.2 SSD kit

SSD kits consist of the SSD unit (please refer to the order documents for the capacity of the
SSD), a T8 Torx screwdriver and a transport and storage bag.
SSD kits are available with the following order numbers:
● 6ES7791-2BA24-0AA0 (256 GB SSD)
● 6ES7791-2BA22-0AA0 (512 GB SSD)
● 6ES7791-2BA25-0AA0 (2 TB SSD)
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Maintaining and repairing the device
SATA to USB 3.0 adapter

With the SATA to USB 3.0 adapter (order no. 6ES7790-1AA01-0AA0), you can easily create
an image of your system for backup purposes, or as the basis for system-specific
installations.
See also
Accessories (Page 23)
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8.1.3 Replacing the SSD
Requirements
Note
Only replace the SSD with an SSD of the same type.
SSDs are available as SSD units in a kit. Information about this can be found in section
"SSD kit (Page 64)".
● The device is not in Standby or Hibernate mode (unsaved data might be lost) or the
device can get damaged.
● The device is completely isolated from the line voltage.
● The battery has been removed, see section "Using batteries (Page 46)".
● All connecting cables have been removed from the device.
Removing the SSD unit
1. Open the display.

2. Remove both screws (Torx T8) on
the cover of the SSD unit.
3. Open the cover and pull out the

SSD unit.
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Inserting the SSD unit
1. Carefully slide the new SSD unit

into the slot as far as it will go.
2. Close the cover, and secure it with

the two screws.
See also
ESD Guidelines (Page 74)
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8.1.4 Replacing the backup battery

The device has a backup battery. This supplies the hardware clock with power even when
the device has been switched off.
Batteries are subject to wear and tear and should be replaced after five years to make sure
that your device works correctly.
Note
The backup battery should only be replaced by the SIEMENS Repair Service. You can find
information on this on the Internet at: SIEMENS Repair Service
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/sc/2154).
NOTICE
Risk of damage!
The lithium battery may only be replaced with an identical battery or with a type
recommended by the manufacturer (order no.: A5E00047601).
WARNING
Danger of explosion and the release of harmful substances!
Do not throw lithium batteries into an open fire, do not solder, or open the cell body, do not
short-circuit, or reverse polarity, do not heat up above 100 °C, follow the disposal
instructions, and protect against direct exposure to sunlight, humidity, and condensation.
NOTICE
Danger of explosion
Batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
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8.2 Installing the operating system, software and drivers
8.2.1 Updating the operating system

We recommend updating the operating system as soon as relevant updates for it become
available.
Requirements
● You have administrator rights for the system.
● The device is connected to the Internet.
Procedure
1. Select "Start > Settings > Update & security > Windows Update > Check for update".
Windows® determines the updates that are not installed.
2. Then start the download and installation process.
8.2.2 Restoring operating system and partitions

You can restore the factory settings of the target system (i.e. the volume partitions, the
operating system with installed device drivers, and the SIEMENS software products).
This allows you to restore your device quickly if it has suffered damage.
Procedure
Note
In order for the device to boot from the supplied data storage medium, it may need to be
specified in the firmware settings.
NOTICE
Risk of data loss
Files, user settings as well as existing authorizations and license keys are lost when a
restore is performed!
• Back up your data before restoring.
1. Insert the first DVD (1-x) of the supplied Restore DVD set into the optical drive.
2. Restart the device.
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3. Boot from the inserted DVD.

The Restore program from Siemens starts after a few seconds.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Note the following information.
Selecting the scope of restoration (operating system version)
Option: "Factory settings"

Use this option if you want to restore the factory settings of the operating system with the
installed device drivers and the SIEMENS software products.
Option: "Administrator Basic"

Use this option if you only want to restore the operating system without additional device
drivers and without SIEMENS software products.
8.2.3 Installing software and drivers
Requirements
● A Windows operating system is booted.
● Internet Explorer 8.0 (or higher) is installed.
● "Scripts and ActiveX controls" are enabled in the browser.
Procedure
1. Insert the supplied "Manual and Drivers" DVD into the optical drive.
2. Start the "START.CMD" script from this DVD.
3. Select "Software" or "Drivers" in the index.
4. Select the device and operating system.
5. Select the desired software component or driver.
6. Click on the "Install" icon.
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8.3 Configuring firmware/BIOS
8.3 Configuring firmware/BIOS

You can find information on the firmware/BIOS under: "Firmware/BIOS description
(Page 90)".
8.4 Backing up data

We recommend the software tool SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator (as of V3.5.1) to
back up data under Windows.
This tool enables easy backup and fast restoration of entire memory cards and drive
contents as well as individual partitions (images).
It supports burning DVD media.
SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator can be ordered using the Siemens online ordering
system (https://mall.industry.siemens.com). For more information about SIMATIC IPC
Image & Partition Creator, refer to the corresponding product documentation.
8.5 Modifying the partitions

We recommend the software tool SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator (as of V3.5.1) for
modifying partitions under Windows.
SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator can be ordered using the Siemens online ordering
system (https://mall.industry.siemens.com). For more information about SIMATIC IPC
Image & Partition Creator, refer to the corresponding product documentation.
You can find information on partitioning the operating system in the factory state under "Boot
mode and partitions in the delivery state (Page 103)".
8.6 Recycling and disposal

The devices described in these operating instructions can be recycled thanks to their low
level of pollutants. Contact a certified disposal service company for environmentally sound
recycling and disposal of your old devices.
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Technical specifications 9
9.1 Certificates and approvals
ISO 9001 certificate

The Siemens quality assurance system for all product creation processes (development,
production and sales) meets ISO 9001 requirements.
This has been certified by DQS (the German society for the certification of quality
management systems).
Software License Agreement

The device is shipped with preinstalled software. Please observe the corresponding license
agreements.
Certificates for USA and Canada

Product safety.
The following approval is available for the device:
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) according to UL 62368-1 Second Edition and Canadian
Standard CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1-14 Second Edition.
WLAN
The integrated wireless LAN conforming to IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac is certified for Europe,
the USA and Canada.
RCM AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND

This product meets the requirements of EN 61000-6-3 Generic standards - Emission
standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments.
This product meets the requirements of the standard EN 61000-6-3 Generic standards -
Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments.
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Technical specifications
9.2 Directives and declarations
9.2.1 Notes on the CE mark
Notes on the CE mark

The following applies to the SIMATIC product described in this documentation:
RED Directive
This product is designed for the following applications:
Application Requirement for

Emissions Immunity
Residential, business and commercial oper- EN 61000-6-3 EN 61000-6-1
ations, and small businesses
Industrial applications EN 61000-6-4 EN 61000-6-2
This product meets the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive: 2014/53/EU
The protection goals of the directive were tested according to the following standards:
● Health: EN 50566
● Safety: EN 62368-1:
● EMC: EN 301 489-1, EN 301 489-17,
● Radio: EN 300 328, EN 301 893,
RoHS Directive
This product meets the requirements of the RoHS Directive (Restriction of Hazardous
Materials): 2011/65/EU.
Compliance with the directive was tested according to the following standard: EN 50581.
Declaration of conformity
The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available
to authorities in accordance with the EC directives stated above. Your sales representative
can provide these on request.
Installation guidelines
The installation guidelines and safety notices specified in the supplied documentation must
be adhered to during commissioning and operation.
Connecting peripherals
Noise immunity requirements to EN 61000-6-2 are met if connected peripherals are suitable
for industrial applications. Peripheral devices must only be connected using shielded cables.
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9.2.2 ESD Guidelines
Definition of ESD
All electronic modules are equipped with large-scale integrated ICs or components. Due to
their design, these electronic elements are highly sensitive to overvoltage, and thus to any
electrostatic discharge.
The electrostatic sensitive components/modules are commonly referred to as ESD devices.
This is also the international abbreviation for such devices.
Electrostatic sensitive modules are identified by the following symbol:
NOTICE
Risk of overvoltage
Modules that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge can be destroyed by voltages well
below those that can be perceived by human beings. Such voltages occur if you touch a
component or electrical connectors of a module without first discharging the static from your
body. The electrostatic discharge current may lead to latent failure of a module, that is, this
damage may not be significant immediately, but in operation may cause malfunction.
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Electrostatic charging
Anyone who is not connected to the electrical potential of their surroundings can be
electrostatically charged.
The figure below shows the maximum electrostatic voltage which may build up on a person
coming into contact with the materials indicated. These values correspond to IEC 801-2
specifications.
Figure 9-1 Electrostatic voltages which an operator can be subjected to
Basic protective measures against electrostatic discharge

● Ensure correct grounding:
When handling electrostatically sensitive devices, ensure that your body, working
environment and any packaging are sufficiently grounded. This prevents electrostatic
charge.
● Avoid direct contact:
As a general rule, only touch electrostatically sensitive devices when otherwise
unavoidable (e.g. during maintenance work). Handle the modules without touching any
chip pins or conductors. In this way, the discharged energy can not affect the sensitive
devices.
Discharge your body before you start taking any measurements on a module. Do so by
touching grounded metallic parts. Always use grounded measuring instruments.
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9.3 Technical specifications
General technical specifications
Order nos. See order documents or rating plate

Dimensions 385 x 53 x 275 (W x H x D in mm)
Weight • Without battery Approx. 3 kg
• With battery: Approx. 3.4 kg
Supply voltage (UN) 100 V to 240 V AC (±10%); sinusoidal
Line voltage frequency 50 - 60 Hz (47 to 63 Hz)
Power consumption AC Max. 100 W
Output voltage of the power supply unit 19 V
(DC)
Output current of the power supply unit Max. 4.7 A
(DC)
Output power of power supply unit (DC) Max. 90 W
Standby power (in battery operation) Typically 1.5 W
Lithium ion battery (9 cells) with detection Approx. 8250 mAh; 11.1 V with thermal switch and multi-
of charging condition) fuse; recyclable;
chargeable up to 40 °C; high number of cycles for use in
harsh environments; low self-discharge
Noise emissions < 45 dB(A) according to ISO 7779
Degree of protection (entire device) IP 30 (with closed covers)
according to IEC 60529
Safety
Protection class Safety class II according to IEC 61140

Safety specifications • IEC 62368-1/EN 62368-1
• UL 62368-1 Second Edition
• CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1-14 Second Edition
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Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Emitted interference EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2 Class D and EN 61000-3-3

Noise immunity: ± 2 kV; (according to IEC 61000-4-4; Burst)
Mains borne disturbance variables on ± 1 kV; (according to IEC 61000-4-5; Surge sym./
supply lines line to line)
± 2 kV; (according to IEC 61000-4-5; Surge sym./
line to earth)
Noise immunity on signal lines • ± 1 kV;
(to IEC 61000-4-4; burst; length < 30 m)
• ± 2 kV;
(to IEC 61000-4-4; burst; length > 30 m)
• ± 2 kV;
(acc. to IEC 61000-4-5; surge pulse/cable to ground;
length > 30 m)
Immunity to discharges of static electricity ± 4 kV, contact discharge (according to IEC 61000–4–2;
ESD)
± 8 kV, air discharge (according to IEC 61000-4-2; ESD)
Immunity to RF interference 10 V with 80% amplitude modulation with 1 kHz,
from 150 kHz to 80 MHz (according to IEC 61000-4-6)
10 V/m with 80 % amplitude modulation with 1kHz,
80 MHz to 1000 MHz
(according to IEC 61000-4-3)
3 V/m with 80% amplitude modulation with 1 kHz,
1.4 GHz to 6 GHz (according to IEC 61000-4-3)
Magnetic field 30 A/m, 50 Hz and 60 Hz (according to IEC 61000-4-8)
Climatic conditions
Temperature tested to IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2

During operation + 5 °C to + 40 °C max. 10 °C/h (no condensation)
Storage/transport -20 °C to + 60 °C at max. 20 °C/h (no condensation)
Relative humidity tested to IEC 60068-2-78, IEC 60068-2-30,
IEC 60068-2-14
During operation 5% to 85% at 30° C (no condensation)
Storage/transport 5% to 95% at 25° C (no condensation)
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Mechanical ambient conditions
Vibration Tested in accordance with DIN IEC 60068-2-6

Operation 10 to 58 Hz; amplitude 0.0375 mm
58 to 500 Hz; acceleration 4.9 m/s2
Transport 5 to 9 Hz; amplitude 3.5 mm,
9 to 500 Hz: Acceleration 9.8 m/s2
Shock Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27
Operation Half-sine, 50 m/s2, 30 ms, 100 shocks
Storage/transport Half-sine, 250 m/s2, 6 ms, 1000 shocks
Special features
Quality assurance According to ISO 9001
Motherboard
Processor Processor specifications are listed in your order docu-

ments.
RAM Expandable to 32 GB DDR4 SODIMM
Drives
SSD 2.5" SATA,

capacity specified in BIOS.
Optical drive DVD + R+ / RW
Burner operation of the optical drive is only allowed in an
undisturbed environment and at a maximum ambient
temperature of +35° C.
Graphic
Graphic controller Intel® HD Graphics 630

Graphic controller memory is assigned in the system memory
Resolutions/frequencies/colors According to the setting options of the graphics driver
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LCD display
Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor), 16: 9, anti-reflection

Size 344 x 194, corresponding to 15.6"
Screen resolution 1920 x 1080 (full HD)
Possible colors maximum 256 k
Vertical frequency 60 Hz
Contrast > 200 : 1
Brightness typ. 300 cd/m2
Permissible defective areas light and dark pixel: Max. 10
Audio
Audio controller Realtek ALC255, UAA-compatible

Internal loudspeaker Maximum output power 2 x 1 W
WLAN and Bluetooth
WLAN is supported in the frequency ranges.
Bluetooth version
WLAN standard according to IEEE IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
standard
Frequency ranges • 2.4 GHz
• 5.0 GHz
Connection range Up to 100 m
Transmission rate Up to 1.73 Gbps
Keyboard
Variant Standard notebook

Key distance 19 mm
Key drop 2.5 mm
Labeling • International / German
• AZERTY layout (optional)
Pointing device integrated Clickpad with integrated key function
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Interfaces
RS232/TTY interface (COM1) • The RS232 interface is integrated in every device by

default.
• TTY interface (20 mA), depending on configuration,
cannot be retrofitted
Standard for "S5" equipment variants.
Active to 100 m, 25-pin socket, no galvanic isolation

or serial interface V.24
DVI-I Interface for external monitor (VGA screens can be oper-
ated using a DVI/VGA adapter), max. resolution
DVI/VGA: 1920 x 1200
DPP 1.2 (DisplayPort) Interface for external monitor, max. resolution:
4096 x 2560
USB • 1x USB 3.1; Gen. 2; Type C (left-hand side of device):
Max. 1.5 A
• 1x USB 3.1; Gen. 2; Type A (back of device): Max.
0.9 A
• 1 x USB 3.0; Type A (right-hand side of device, top):
Max. 0.9 A
• 1 x USB 3.0; Type A (right-hand side of device, bot-
tom) with charging function for smartphone: Max.
1.5 A
PROFIBUS/MPI interface 9-pin sub-D socket
• Transmission speed • 9.6 kBaud to 12 Mbaud, software configured
• Mode of operation • Electrically isolated:

- Data channels A, B
- Control lines RTS AS, RTS_PG
- 5 V supply voltage (max. 90 mA)
Grounded:
- Shielding of the DP12 connection line
Physical port RS485, electrically isolated
Ethernet 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
DC-In DC power supply input, jack plug
Headphones, microphone, headset UAJ connection for 3.5mm jack
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Card reader
Smart Card Reader ISO/IEC 7816 Smart Card Interface
SIMATIC Memory Card Reader Programming interface for SIMATIC Memory Cards (S5
and S7-400)
SIMATIC Micro Memory Card Reader Programming interface for SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
Multimedia Card Reader Interface for:
• SMC (mechanical as SD card); programming function
• SD card (including SD UHS-II)
• MMC
Status indicators on the device

● Charge level
● Device status
● Access to SSD
● MPI/DP
● S5 and S7 modules
● Num Lock
● Caps Lock
● WLAN active
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9.4 Interface description
9.4.1 External interfaces
DC-In
Power adapter socket. This has the following charge:
USB 3.0/3.1; Type A
Pin no. Short designation Meaning Input/output

1 VBUS + 5 V (fused) Output
2 D- Data line Input/output
3 D+ Data line Input/output
4 GND Ground –
5 RX- Data line Input
6 RX+ Data line Input
7 GND Ground –
8 TX- Data line Output
9 TX+ Data line Output
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USB 3.0/3.1; Type C

A1 GND Ground –
A2 TX1+ Data cable (USB 3.0) Output
A3 TX1- Data cable (USB 3.0) Output
A4 VBUS + 5 V (fused) Output
A5 CC1 Configuration channel Input/output
A6 D+ Data cable (USB 2.0) Input/output
A7 D- Data cable (USB 2.0) Input/output
A8 - Not assigned -
A9 VBUS + 5 V (fused) Output
A10 RX2- Data cable (USB 3.0) Input
A11 RX2+ Data cable (USB 3.0) Input
A12 GND Ground -
B1 GND Ground -
B2 TX2+ Data cable (USB 3.0) Output
B3 TX2- Data cable (USB 3.0) Output
B4 VBUS + 5 V (fused) Output
B5 VCONN Configuration channel Input/output
B6 D+ Data cable (USB 2.0) Input/output
B7 D- Data cable (USB 2.0) Input/output
B8 - Not assigned -
B9 VBUS + 5 V (fused) Output
B10 RX1- Data cable (USB 3.0) Input
B11 RX1+ Data cable (USB 3.0) Input
B12 GND Ground -
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RS232/TTY (COM1)

1 - Shielding -
2 TxD (D1) Serial transmit data Output
3 RxD (D2) Serial receive data Input
4 RTS (S2) Request to send Output
5 CTS (M2) Clear to send Input
6 DSR (M1) Ready for operation Input
7 GND (E2) Functional ground (reference po- -
tential)
8 DCD (M5) Data carrier detect Input
9 +TTY RxD Current loop receive Input
10-17 - Not assigned -
18 +TTY TxD Current loop send Output
19 +20 mA Potentially isolated power source -
20 DTR (S1) Data terminal ready Output
21 -TTY TxD Current loop send Output
22 RI (M3) Incoming call Input
23-25 - Not assigned -
Gender changer for COM1

With the gender changer (25-pin / 9-pin) the COM1/V.24/AG port can be converted to the
usual 9-pin male connector. For this, you only have to plug the adapter onto the COM1
socket and secure it with the two hexagonal head screws.
The V.24 and TTY ports of the COM1 can be used alternatively.
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DVI-I

S GND Ground –
S1 GND Ground –
C1 R Red Output
C2 G Green Output
C3 B Blue Output
C4 HSYNC Horizontal synchronizing pulse Output
C5 GND Ground -
CSA GND Ground -
1 TX2N TDMS data 2- Output
2 TX2P TDMS data 2+ Output
3 GND Ground –
4 NC Not used –
5 NC Not used –
6 DDC CLK DDC clock Input/output
7 DDC CLK DDC data Input/output
8 VSYNC Vertical synchronizing pulse Output
11 GND Ground –
12 NC Not used –
13 NC Not used –
14 +5 V +5 V Output
15 GND Ground –
16 MONDET Hotplug detect Input
19 GND Ground –
20 NC Not used –
21 NC Not used –
22 GND Ground –
23 TXCP TDMS clock + Output
24 TXCN TDMS clock - Output
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DisplayPort

1 ML_Lane0+ DP data 0+ Output
2 GND Ground -
3 ML_Lane0- DP data 0- Output
5 GND Ground -
8 GND Ground -
11 GND Ground -
13 CONFIG1 CAD Cable Adapter Detect Input
14 CONFIG2 Ground (pull-down) -
15 AUX_CH+ Auxiliary channel+ Bi-directional
16 GND Ground -
17 AUX_CH- Auxiliary channel- Bi-directional
18 HPD Hot Plug Detect Input
19 GND Ground -
20 DP_PWR +3.3V (fused) Output
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PROFIBUS/MPI
The PROFIBUS/MPI socket has the following pinout:

1 – Not used –
2 – Not used –
3 LTG_B Signal line B of MPI module Input/output
4 RTS_AS RTSAS, control signal for received data Input
stream. The signal is "1" active when the di-
rectly connected PLC is sending.
5 M5EXT M5EXT return line (GND) of the 5 V power Output
supply. The current load caused by an external
consumer connected between P5EXT and
M5EXT must not exceed the maximum of 90
mA.
6 P5 EXT P5EXT power supply (+5 V) of the 5 V power Output
supply. The current load caused by an external
consumer connected between P5EXT and
M5EXT must not exceed the maximum of 90
mA.
7 – Not used –
8 LTG_A Signal line A of MPI module Input/output
9 RTS_PG RTS output signal of the MPI module. The Output
control signal is "1" when the PG is sending.
Shield- on connector casing
ing
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Ethernet RJ45

1 BI_DA+ Bi-directional data A+ Input/output
2 BI_DA- Bi-directional data A- Input/output
3 BI_DB+ Bi-directional data B+ Input/output
4 BI_DC+ Bi-directional data C+ Input/output
5 BI_DC- Bi-directional data C- Input/output
6 BI_DB- Bi-directional data B- Input/output
7 BI_DD+ Bi-directional data D+ Input/output
8 BI_DD- Bi-directional data D- Input/output
S Shielding –
LED 1 OFF 10 Mbps –
Lights up green 100 Mbps
Lights up orange 1 Gbps
LED 2 Lights up green Connection is up –
Flashes green indicates activity
UAJ
You can connect various audio devices to the UAJ connection. The audio controller socket
recognizes the pin assignment of the connector, depending on the connected audio device.
Information on connecting the audio devices can be found in section "Connecting peripheral
devices (Page 37)".
The pins of a 3.5 mm jack are assigned as follows depending on the audio device:
Tip Ring 1 Ring 2 Sleeve

Headphone out (stereo) L R - GND
Line out (stereo) L R - GND
Line in (stereo) L R - GND
Microphone in (mono) MIC - - GND
Headset (OMTP) L R MIC GND
Headset (CTIA) L R GND MIC
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9.4.2 Connecting cables
SIMATIC S5 cabling
The SIMATIC S5 cable (not always supplied as standard) allows you to connect your PG to
a SIMATIC S5 automation device. Note the information in the STEP 5 documentation.
SIMATIC S7 cable for MPI/DP

The 6ES7901-0BF00-0AA0 cable is used to connect your PG to a SIMATIC S7 automation
system. Note the information in section "Connect SIMATIC S7 or PROFIBUS (Page 35)."
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9.5 System resources
9.5 System resources
Currently allocated system resources

All system resources (hardware addresses, memory configuration, allocation of interrupts,
DMA channels) are assigned dynamically by the Windows OS, depending on the hardware
configuration, drivers and connected external devices. You can view the current assignment
of the system resources, or any conflicts with the operating systems.
9.6 Firmware/BIOS description
9.6.1 Overview
Parameterize your device in the BIOS Setup.
BIOS Setup program

The BIOS Setup program, or BIOS Setup for short, is located, together with the setup
parameters, in a FLASH block on the motherboard.
Change the setup parameters of the device in the BIOS Setup, e.g. system time or boot
sequence.
Changing the device configuration

Your device configuration is preset for operating with the included software. You should only
change the default setup parameters if technical modifications to your device require
different parameters.
NOTICE
Malfunctions can occur with running software CPU
If a BIOS update of the PC is performed while SIMATIC software controller, a SIMATIC
WinAC for example, is running, the software CPU can malfunction, resulting in
communication interruptions or failures, for example. Other actions that put a heavy load on
the PC hardware, for example, running hardware tests such as benchmarks, can result in
malfunctions of the software CPU.
Do not run a BIOS update or other actions that would put a heavy load on the hardware
during operation of a software CPU.
Switch the software CPU to "STOP" before you run a BIOS update or perform other critical
actions.
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Note
Documentation
BIOS Setup is described for all devices and device configurations. Some BIOS submenus or
Setup parameters may not be included, depending on your order. The interface of your BIOS
Setup can deviate from the figures in this document.
You can find a detailed description of the BIOS on the Support website under
Entry ID 92189178.
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9.6.2 Opening the BIOS selection menu
Procedure
1. Reset the device (warm or cold restart).
Depending on the device version, the default settings can differ from the figures shown.
The following message appears briefly on the display at the end of the self-test:
Press ESC for boot options
2. Press <ESC> to open the BIOS selection menu:
The following keys are available in the BIOS selection menu:
Buttons Function
Continue Exit selection menu, continue start sequence
Boot Manager Specify the boot media from which to boot:
• Hard disk drive
• CD-ROM drive
• USB drive (USB boot = enabled)
Setup Utility Start the firmware configuration menu.
Device Management Start device manager for UEFI boot media
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Buttons Function
Boot From File Boot Maintenance Manager:
• Boot Options: Set boot order
• Driver Options: Configure drivers
• Console Options: Configure connected input device
• Boot from File: Start from an ".EFI" file
• Reset System: Restore factory settings
Administer Secure Configuration settings for starting the device in Administer Secure Boot
Boot Option 1 mode. The only software modules loaded are those that are known to be
safe for the BIOS or the operating system.
BIOS Update Update BIOS from USB memory stick
Intel (R) Management Start Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension (MEBx) so that the
Engine BIOS Exten- hardware can be configured for use of the Intel® Active Management
sion Technology (iAMT).
1 Available as of Windows 8 or later
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9.6.3 Structure of the BIOS Setup menu

The individual setup parameters are distributed between different menus and submenus. Not
all menus are included in each supplied device configuration. The following table shows the
menus.
Menu Meaning
Main Display system information, for example, BIOS version, processor and memory
Advanced Configure hardware using different submenus
Security Security functions, e.g., setting a password
Power Specify power management of CPU and the device
Boot Determine boot options, e.g., boot order
Exit Save and exit (see Exit menu)
The menus always have the same structure. The figure below shows an example for the
"Main" menu. Device-specific information is shown blurred.
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① Header The current version of the selected BIOS Setup is dis-

played in the header.
② Menu bar Switch between the various menus "Main", "Advanced",
etc. in the menu bar at the top.
③ Settings, submenus and Information about your device is displayed in the center
device-specific information left-hand area; here you can edit settings which are partly
in submenus.
④ Help area Short help texts on the currently selected setup parame-
ters are displayed in the center right-hand area.
⑤ Key assignment The key assignment for navigation in the BIOS Setup is
found in the footer.
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9.6.4 Exit menu

You always exit BIOS Setup in this menu.
Exit Saving Changes All changes are saved and the system is restarted with the new Setup
parameters.
Save Change Without All changes are saved
Exit
Exit Discarding Changes All changes are discarded and the system is restarted with the old Setup
parameters.
Load Optimal Defaults All setup parameters are reset to the safe default values.
Notice: The existing Setup parameters are overwritten by this.
Load Custom Defaults The profile must be loaded with the custom Setup parameters.
Requirement: The parameters are saved prior to this with "Save Custom
Defaults".
Notice: All existing Setup parameters are overwritten during loading.
• Write down the BIOS Setup settings beforehand
• Save the BIOS Setup settings as user-specific profile.
Save Custom Defaults The currently configured Setup parameters are saved as a custom profile
(see also "Load Custom Defaults").
Discard Changes All changes are discarded.
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9.6.5 BIOS Setup settings
Documenting your device configuration

If you have changed any default settings in Setup, you can enter them in the following table.
You can then refer to these entries for any future hardware modifications.
Note
Print out the table below and keep the pages in a safe place once you made your entries.
BIOS Setup default settings
System parameters Defaults Custom entries

Main
System Time hh:mm:sss
System Date MM/DD/YYYY
Boot configuration
Numlock On
POST errors Never halt on errors
Peripheral Configuration
Internal COM 1 Enabled
On-board Ethernet 1 Enabled
Ethernet 1 Address 00:1B:1B:41:42:7B (exam-
ple)
On-board Ethernet 2 Enabled
Ethernet 2 Address 00:1B:1B:0A:85:10 (exam-
ple)
WLAN Last State
MPI Enabled
SD card Enabled
ExpressCard Enabled
Touchpad Enabled
Chipset Configuration
HPET – HPET support Enabled
VT-d Enabled
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Active Management Technology Support

Intel AMT Support Disabled
Intel AMT Setup Prompt Enabled
MEBx Selection Screen Disabled
Un-Configure ME Disabled
Intel AMT Configuration Screens Enabled
USB Configure Disabled
Intel AMT Password Write Enabled
USB Configure Disabled
PET Progress Enabled
Intel AMT SPI Protected Disabled
Security
TPM Operation No operation
Supervisor Password Not installed
User password Not installed
Power on password Disabled
User Access Level View Only
Power
USB charger Disabled
Wake on LAN 1 Enabled
Wake on LAN 2 Enabled
Advanced CPU Control

SW Guard Extensions (SGX) Software Controlled
Select Owner EPOCH input type No change in Owner
EPOCHs
Intel (VMX) Virtualization Tech- Enabled
nology
Active Processor Cores All
Hyper-Threading Enabled
AES Enabled
Intel® SpeedStep™ Enabled
Intel® Speed Shift Technology Enabled
Turbo Mode Enabled
C state Enabled
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Boot
Quick Boot Enabled
Quiet Boot Enabled
Network Stack Disabled
PXE Boot capability Disabled
Add Boot Options Auto
USB Boot Disabled
EFI Device First Enabled
Timeout 0
Legacy / Boot Device Priority

Normal Boot Menu Standard
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9.6.6 BIOS update

Check regularly if updates are available for download to your device.
You can find additional information on the Internet at the following address: After Sales
Information System (http://www.siemens.com/asis).
Noting down and restoring BIOS Setup settings
NOTICE
Irretrievable loss of data
All BIOS Setup settings are deleted after the BIOS update. This can put the system in an
undefined state. This may damage the device and the plant.
1. Print out the table in the next section "General BIOS Setup settings".
2. Enter your specific BIOS Setup setting in this table before you run a BIOS update.
3. Start BIOS Setup after the BIOS update.
4. Load the BIOS Setup default settings with <F9> "Setup Defaults". Or use the BIOS
Setup command "Load Optimal Defaults" in the "Exit" menu.
5. Make your own Setup settings based on the table you have printed out.
6. Save the BIOS Setup settings with <F10> "Save and Exit".
Preparing a BIOS update
NOTICE
Irretrievable loss of data
If you are using BitLocker drive encryption, pause it before you perform the BIOS update.
Performing a BIOS update
NOTICE
Damage to the device
If you switch off the device during the update, the BIOS will be incomplete and corrupt. This
may result in malfunctions.
Leave the device switched on during the update.
If you have purchased a new BIOS update for your device, follow these steps to install the
update:
1. Connect the device to the power supply.
2. Copy the update to a USB memory stick.
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3. Reset the device (warm or cold restart).

The following message appears briefly on the display at the end of the self-test:
Press ESC for boot options
4. Press <ESC> to open the BIOS selection menu.

5. Click the "BIOS Update" button.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Reboots
There may be several reboots after a BIOS update. These reboots are initiated by the
Management Engine (ME). The reboots are required by the ME in order to prepare for the
changes of the BIOS update.
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9.6.7 Alarm, error and system messages

During startup (the boot process), the BIOS first performs a Power On Self Test (POST) and
checks whether certain functional units of the PC are operating error-free. The boot
sequence is immediately interrupted if critical errors occur.
BIOS initializes and tests further functional units if the POST does not return any errors. In
this startup phase, the graphics controller is initialized and any error messages are output to
the screen.
The error messages output by system BIOS are listed below. For information on error
messages output by the operating system or application programs, refer to the
corresponding manuals.
On-screen error messages
On-screen error message Meaning / tip

Operating system not found Possible causes:
• No operating system installed
• Incorrect active boot partition
• Wrong boot drive settings in SETUP
Keyboard controller error Controller error.
Contact your technical support team.
SMART failure detected on HDD Hard disk reports pending failure through
S.M.A.R.T.
CMOS battery failed CMOS battery is not connected.
CMOS battery weak CMOS battery is weak
Real-time clock has lost power The CMOS clock was operated without battery or
with a battery that was too weak, during battery
change, for example. Check the CMOS clock.
Keyboard error • Field PG: Internal keyboard defective and no
external keyboard connected
• Other devices: Keyboard defective or not
connected
PLD configuration failed Programming of the PLC on the motherboard
has failed.
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9.7 Boot mode and partitions in the delivery state
9.7 Boot mode and partitions in the delivery state

Factory state for Windows® 10
In the factory state, Windows® 10 boots in UEFI mode.
The following table lists the partitioning for data storage media ≥ 200 GB on delivery:
Partition Name Size File system

First Boot 260 MB FAT32
Second MSR 128 MB None
Third System Remainder NTFS, not compressed
9.8 Active Management Technology (iAMT)
9.8.1 Introduction
Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT) is an Intel technology for the remote
maintenance of SIMATIC Industrial PCs (IPCs) with AMT technology using a management
PC. It is not necessary to install an operating system on the SIMATIC IPC with Intel® AM.
Intel® AMT provides numerous functions, e.g.:
● Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM) Redirection
KVM connections are always possible using the KVM server that is integrated in the
firmware. KVM enables access to IPCs with a corrupted or no operating system as the
KVM server is integrated in the AMT hardware. KVM enables you to reboot a remote
computer and make changes to its BIOS settings.
● Remote power management
SIMATIC IPC with Intel ® AMT can be switched on and off or restarted using another PC.
● IDE redirection
An image on the management PC can be integrated and used on the SIMATIC IPC with
Intel® AMT both as a CD/DVD drive and as a floppy drive. If the image is bootable, you
can also boot the SIMATIC IPC with Intel® AMT from it.
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The following figure shows remote maintenance of SIMATIC IPCs with Intel® AMT, e.g.
for troubleshooting a corrupt operating system or incorrect BIOS settings:
9.8.2 Overview of AMT

This section describes the required measures and settings on the local IPC so that the IPC
can be controlled and maintained remotely from a management station known below as the
help desk PC.
The local IPC is known below as the "AMT PC".
The sections contain the following information:
● AMT settings in the MEBx and in the BIOS setup
● Basic configuration of AMT
● Further useful notes
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9.8.3 Enabling Intel® AMT / basic configuration

For security reasons, Intel® AMT is not enabled on new devices. The Management Engine
(ME) is always active.
Procedure
1. If necessary, first reset Intel® AMT to the default status.
2. To open the BIOS selection menu, press the <ESC> key while the device is booting.
3. Open the BIOS Setup using the "Setup Configuration Utility (SCU)".
4. Select the "Active Management Technology Support" command in the Advanced menu.
5. Activate the option "Intel AMT Support".
6. Exit the BIOS Setup with <F10> key (Save and Exit).
Settings in the MEBx

1. To open the BIOS selection menu, press the <ESC> key while the device is booting.
2. Use the arrow keys to select "MEBx" and confirm with the <Enter> key.
3. Select "MEBx Login".
4. Enter the default password "admin".
Change the password. The new password must comprise:
– At least eight characters
– An upper case letter
– A lower case letter
– A number
– A special character (! @ # $ % ^ & *)
– The underscore "_" and space characters are valid in the string but do not increase the
complexity of the password.
Note
If the password is no longer available, you must reset the Intel® AMT to the default
settings.
Backup the password to protect it against loss.
5. Switch to the "Intel (R) AMT Configuration" submenu and enable "Manageability Feature
Selection".
6. Switch to the "Intel(R) ME General Settings" submenu and enable access via the network
with "Activate Network Access".
7. Confirm the dialogs that appear with "Y".
Drivers are automatically installed once with the Windows system start in the subsequent
restart.
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9.8.4 Reset Intel® AMT to default settings with Un-configure

If Intel® AMT was already configured, it is advisable to reset Intel® AMT to default settings.
On reset to default settings Intel® AMT is deactivated, among others.
You can skip this item if the device is still in factory state.
Note
All previous settings in the management engine MEBx are deleted.
Correct operation in the plant may be at risk.
Note down all the settings in the MEBx. Make the settings again as necessary following
Unconfigure.
1. Enable the "Unconfigure ME" entry in "Advanced > Active Management Technology
Support" in the BIOS.
2. Exit the BIOS with the <F10> key "Save and Exit". The AMT PC restarts.
3. After the restart, a user prompt appears asking whether you really want to discard all the
settings in the management engine:
4. Confirm with "Y". On a German keyboard, this means pressing the <Z> key.
The device continues to boot with the factory settings of the management engine.
9.8.5 Determining the network address

To connect the AMT PC with the AMT server, the network address that uniquely localizes
the AMT server on the AMT PC must be entered.
If DHCP is set for the automatic assignment of the network address in "Network Setup" in
the MEBx of the AMT PC, the network address is not fixed.
Procedure
If the AMT server uses the same network address as the operating system of the AMT PC
(most common situation):
1. You can obtain the address of the AMT server in the command line in Windows using
"ipconfig" and in UNIX using "ifconfig".
If the AMT server and operating system do not use the same network address, ask your
network administrator for the address you have been assigned.
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9.8.6 Forcing user consent

When a connection to the AMT PC is established, the KVM viewer may prompt the user to
enter a six-figure code. This code is displayed on the screen of the AMT PC. The user of the
AMT PC must inform the user of the KVM viewer of this code.
This code query needs to be set up on the KVM viewer.
Procedure
1. Select "Intel(R) AMT Configuration > User Consent" in the MEBx.
2. Select the value "KVM" for "User Consent".
To allow a user with administrator privileges to avoid this code query, follow these steps:
1. Select "Intel(R) AMT Configuration > User Consent" in the MEBx.
2. Select "Opt-in Configurable from Remote IT".
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Technical support A
A.1 Service and support
You can find additional information and support for the products described on the Internet at
the following addresses:
● Technical support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/)
● Support request form (http://www.siemens.com/automation/support-request)
● After Sales Information System SIMATIC IPC/PG (http://www.siemens.com/asis)
● SIMATIC Documentation Collection (http://www.siemens.com/simatic-tech-doku-portal)
● Your local representative (http://www.automation.siemens.com/mcms/aspa-
db/en/Pages/default.aspx)
● Training center (http://sitrain.automation.siemens.com/sitrainworld/?AppLang=en)
● Industry Mall (https://mall.industry.siemens.com)
When contacting your local representative or Technical Support, please have the following
information at hand:
● MLFB of the device
● BIOS version for industrial PC or image version of the device
● Other installed hardware
● Other installed software
Current documentation
Always use the current documentation available for your product. You can find the latest
edition of this manual and other important documents by entering the article number of your
device on the Internet. If necessary, filter the comments for the entry type "Manual".
Tools & downloads

Please check regularly if updates and hotfixes are available for download to your device. The
download area is available on the Internet at the following link:
After Sales Information System SIMATIC IPC/PG (http://www.siemens.com/asis)
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Technical support
A.2 Troubleshooting
A.2 Troubleshooting
A.2.1 General problems

This chapter provides you with tips on how to locate and troubleshoot common problems.
Problem Possible cause To correct or avoid error

The device is not opera- There is no power supply to Check the power supply, the power cord or the power plug.
tional. the device.
PG is switched off Press the power button
The battery is empty or not Charge or install battery.
installed
You cannot move the The clickpad is switched off Switch on the clickpad via the hotkeys Fn + F4
mouse pointer with the
clickpad under Windows
Wrong time and/or date on 1. Press <ESC> during the boot sequence to open
the PG. BIOS-Setup.
2. Set the time and date in the setup menu.
Although the BIOS setting is The backup battery is dead. In this case, please contact your technical support team.
OK, the time and data are
still wrong.
USB device not responding. The operating system does Enable USB Legacy Support for the mouse and keyboard.
not support the USB ports. For all other devices you will need USB drivers for the specific
operating system.
The following message Wrong drive type entered in Use the "Autodetect Fixed Disk" function
appears on the display: "No SETUP
boot device available"
NTLDR not found, check
the boot data storage medi-
um...
The following message A key has been blocked Check the keyboard and, if necessary, restart the system
appears on the display: during system self-test of
"Keyboard stuck key failure" the keyboard
A beep sounds when a key Keyboard buffer is full <CTRL> <PAUSE>
is pressed but no character
is displayed
< \ > key not available incorrect keyboard driver is with German keyboard driver: <ALTGr> < ß>
being used with international keyboard driver: < \>
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Technical support
A.2 Troubleshooting
A.2.2 Problems with WLAN

The following lists the possible causes for problems with Wireless LAN:
Cannot connect with WLAN

● Verify that WLAN is activated.
You can use the Fn + F3 hotkey to activate/deactivate the WLAN.
● Check that the other WLAN partner is active.
● Check the WLAN connection settings
Observe the corresponding notes on WLAN configuration and operation in the Online
Help of the WLAN adapter.
Data transmission speed is too low

● Please note that the data rate stipulated and visible under Windows is only a theoretical
value / corresponds to the gross value. Determined by the transmission procedure, the
actual applicable data rate for the data transmission is usually around 50% of the gross
value.
● The maximum data transmission speed depends on many factors.
Start by verifying that the transmission mode of all network components is set up in
accordance with the IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n or ac standard.
● The spatial arrangement of the network components can also negatively influence the
transmission.
– The distances between the components should be as short as possible.
– Masonry or reinforced concrete walls have a negative effect on the transmission
performance and can, under some circumstances, prevent a connection from being
established. For the best performance, a line-of-sight connection of the network
components is preferred.
– A high load on the network, perhaps from too many simultaneous access attempts
from different nodes, can lead to lower data rates or communication problems.
Procedure – deactivating the tap function of the clickpad

1. Click "Start" and open the "Control Panel".
2. In the "Category view" first select "Printers and other hardware" and then the "Mouse"
menu. In the "classical view" you can select the "Mouse" menu directly.
3. Select the "Device settings" tab and click the "Settings" tab.
4. Select the "Tap" button and deactivate the "Activate tapping" check box.
5. Click "Apply".
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Labels and symbols B
B.1 Overview
The following tables show all the symbols which may be found on your SIMATIC industrial
PC, SIMATIC industrial monitor or SIMATIC Field PG in addition to the symbols which are
explained in the operating instructions.
The symbols on your device may vary in some details from the symbols shown in the
following tables.
B.2 Safety
Symbol Meaning Symbol Meaning

Warning, observe the supplied docu- Lock is closed
mentation.
Attention, radio equipment Lock is open
Disconnect the power plug before Opening for Kensington lock

opening
Attention ESD (Electrostatic sensitive Warning of hot surface

device)
B.3 Operator controls

On/off switch, without electrical isola- Eject CD/DVD
tion
On/off switch, without electrical isola-

tion
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Labels and symbols
B.4 Certificates, approvals and markings
B.4 Certificates, approvals and markings

The following table shows symbols relating to certificates, approvals and markings which
may be on the device. You can find more information in the operating instructions for your
device:

Approved for Australia and New Zea- Marking for the Eurasian Customs
land Union
Approved for China Test mark of Factory Mutual Re-

search
CE markings for European countries Marking of Federal Communications

Commission for the USA
EFUP (Environment Friendly Use Approved for Korea

Period) marking for China
Test mark of the Underwriters La- Disposal information, observe the

boratories local regulations.
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Labels and symbols
B.5 Interfaces
B.5 Interfaces

Connection to the power supply PS/2 mouse interface
Protective conductor terminal PS/2 keyboard-interface
Connection for functional earthing Multimedia Card Reader

(equipotential bonding line)
DisplayPort interface Smart Card Reader
DVI-D interface Line In
LAN interface, not approved for con- Line Out

necting WAN or telephone
Serial interface Microphone input
USB port Universal Audio Jack
USB 2.0 HiSpeed interface Headphone output
USB 3.0 super-speed port
USB 3.1 SuperSpeedPlus interface
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Abbreviations C
C.1 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Term Meaning

AC Alternating current Alternating current
AMT Active Management Technology Technology from Intel® that permits the diagnos-
tics, management and remote control of PCs
AWG American Wire Gauge US standard for the cable diameter
BIOS Basic Input Output System Basic Input Output System
CAN Controller Area Network
CE Communauté Européenne (CE symbol) The product is in conformance with all applicable
EC directives
CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconduc- Complementary metal oxide semiconductors
tors
COA Certificate of authentication Microsoft Windows Product Key
COM Communications Port Term for the serial interface
CPU Central Processing Unit CPU
CSA Canadian Standards Association Canadian organization for tests and certifications
according to own or binational standards (with UL
/ USA) standards
CTS Clear To Send Clear to send
DC Direct Current DC current
DCD Data Carrier Detect Data storage medium signal detection
DPP DisplayPort High-performance digital monitor interface
DQS Deutsche Gesellschaft zur Zertifizierung
von Qualitätsmanagement mBH
DSR Data Set Ready Ready for operation
DTR Data Terminal Ready Data terminal is ready
ESD Components sensitive to electrostatic
charge
EN European standard
GND Ground Chassis ground
IDE Integrated Device Electronics
IEC International Electronical Commission
IP Ingress Protection Degree of protection
LAN Local Area Network Computer network that is limited to a local area.
LCD Liquid Crystal Display Liquid crystal display
LEDs Light Emitting Diode Light emitting diode
MLFB Machine-readable product designation Order number
MMC Multi Media Card Memory card of the format 32 mm x 24.5 mm
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Abbreviations
C.1 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Term Meaning

MUI Multilanguage User Interface Language localization in Windows
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Associa- Syndicate of manufacturers of electrical compo-
tion nents in the USA
PCAP Projected capacitive touch screen technol- Technology for touch screen fronts. The touch
ogy screen with PCAP features a rugged, smooth
glass front that is especially suited for in industrial
environments. Advantages of this glass front are,
for example, glare suppression, EM- or UV-
shielding glasses, vision protection when viewed
from the side
PXE Preboot Execution Environment Software for running new PCs without hard disk
data via the network
RFID Radio Frequency Identification
RI Ring Input Incoming call
RTS Reliable Transfer Service Request to send
RxD Receive Data Data transfer signal
SATA Serial Advanced Technology Attachment
SMART Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Fault diagnostic program for the drive
Technology
SSD Solid State Drive Storage medium (not volatile)
S VP Serial number of the device
TFT Thin-Film-Transistor Type of LCD flat-screen
TTY Tele Type Asynchronous data transfer
TxD Transmit Data Data transfer signal
UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. US organization for tests and certifications ac-
cording to own or binational standards (with CSA
/ Canada) standards
V.24 ITU-T standardized recommendation for data
transfer via serial ports
VDE Verein deutscher Elektrotechniker (Union
of German Electrical Engineers)
VT Virtualization Technology Intel technology with which a virtually closed
environment can be made available.
VT-D Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O Enables the direct assignment of a device (e.g.
network adapter) to a virtual device.
WLAN Wireless LAN Wireless local area network
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Index
A C
Abbreviations, 114 Caps Lock key, 18
Ad hoc mode, 56 Card reader
Adapter Status indicator, 21
SATA to USB 3.0 adapter, 65 Certificate of Authenticity, 40
Administer Secure Boot Option, 93 Certificates, 72
Alphanumeric keyboard field, 18 Clickpad
Approvals, 72 with integrated mouse buttons, 16
Audio device COA label, (Certificate of Authenticity)
Pin assignment of the jack, 88 COM1 port, 36, 80
Australia, 72 Connecting, 32
Authorization, 41 Peripheral equipment, 37
Connecting an audio device
to a UAJ socket, 38
B to a USB socket, 37
Continue, 92
Backing up data, 71
Creating an image, 71
Backup battery, (Battery)
Changing, 68
Battery, 25
D
Battery operation, 44
Changing, 68 Data exchange, 36
Charging state, 45 Declarations of Conformity, 73
Danger notices, 42 Degree of protection, 76
Status indicator, 21 Device
BIOS Setup, 90 unpacking, 28
Defaults, 97 Device configuration, 97
Exit menu, 96 Device Management, 92
Menu layout, 94 Diagnostics
BIOS Update, 93 Error Messages, 102
Bluetooth Troubleshooting, 109
General information, 56 Dimensions, 76
Technical specifications, 79 Display languages for the operating system
Boot From File, 93 Setting, 41
Boot Manager, 92 DisplayPort, 13
Boot mode DisplayPort interface, 80
in the factory state, 103 DMA channels, 90
Boot sequence, 102 Documentation, 8
DPP, (DisplayPort)
Drive, 48
DVI-I interface, 80
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Index
E DVI-I, 13
Ethernet, 13
Electrostatic sensitive devices, 25
Ethernet RJ45, 36
Error messages
MPI/DP, 13
Troubleshooting, 109
Pin assignment DVI-I, 85
ESD directives, 74
PROFIBUS, 36
ESD guidelines, 25
PROFIBUS / MPI, 80
Ethernet address, 30
RS232/TTY (COM1), 13, 36
Ethernet interface, 36, 80
RS485, 80
Ethernet RJ45, 36
USB 3.1; Gen. 2,
Expansion
USB 3.1; Gen. 2,
Memory, 61
UAJ, 14
External interfaces, 82
USB, 80
USB 3.0 Type A with charging function, 14
Interrupt allocation, 90
F
IT communication, 36
Factory state
Boot mode, 103
Partitions, 103 K
Field devices, 36
Keyboard
Fields of application, 11
Status indicator, 22
Function keys, 19
Keyboard arrangement, 18
Keyboard labeling, 18
G
Guidelines L
ESD directives, 74
Lithium battery, (Battery)
Localized information, 33
H
Hardware addresses, 90 M
Headphones, (Audio device)
Manuals, 8
Headset, (Audio device)
Mass storage
Hibernation, 47
Status indicator, 21
Hotkeys, 20
MEBx, (Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension)
Memory
Expansion, 61
I
Memory allocation, 90
Industrial WLAN, 36 Memory configuration, 63
Infrastructure mode, 56 Memory modules
Installing Installing, 63
Memory modules, 63 Removing, 62
Integration Messages
Ethernet RJ45, 36 On the screen, 102
Profibus, 36 Microphone, (Audio device)
Intel (R) Management Engine BIOS Extension, 93 Microsoft Windows Product Key, 30
Interconnection to SIMATIC S7, 36 Modules, (Memory modules)
Interfaces MPI interface
DC IN 19 V, 14 Status indicator, 21
DC-In potentials, 82
DisplayPort, 13
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Index
Multi Media Card PROFIBUS, 36

Card reader, 52 Integration, 36
Edit, 52 PROFIBUS interface, 36
Technical specifications, 81
R
N Removing
Network card, 56 Memory modules, 62
New Zealand, 72 Repair service, 68
Num Lock key, 18 Repairs, 24
Numeric pad, 19 Replacing the
SSD unit, 66
RoHS Directive, 73
O RS232 interface, 36, 80
RS485 interface, 80
On/off button, 16, 47
RTTE Directive, 73
Online support, 36
On-screen error messages, 102
Operating modes, 47
S
Operating system
Initial commissioning, 40 S5 cabling, 89, 89
Restoring, 70 S7 cable, 89, 89
Setting display languages, 41 Safety instructions, 24
Updating, 69 SATA to USB 3.0 adapter, 65
Optical drive, 48 SD card
Card reader, 14
Edit, 52
P Technical specifications, 81
Serial interface, 80
Partitions
Pin assignment, 84
in the factory state, 103
Serial number, 30
Peripheral equipment, 37
Setup Utility, 92
Pin assignment, (Interfaces)
SIMATIC MC, (SMC)
DisplayPort, 86
SIMATIC Memory Card, 51
DVI-I, 85
Card reader, 14
Ethernet RJ45, 88
Edit, 54
PROFIBUS/MPI, 87
RS232/TTY (COM1), 84
SIMATIC Micro Memory Card, 51
USB 3.0/3.1,
Card reader, 14
USB 3.0/3.1,
Edit, 53
UAJ jack, 88
Positioning the device, 31
SIMATIC S5 link, 36
Power button, (On/off button)
SIMATIC S7
Power consumption, 76
Integration, 36
Power options, 47
Smart card
Power supply
Card reader, 14
Connecting, 32
Edit, 55
Processor, 78
Product key, 40
Product Key
Microsoft Windows Product Key, 30
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Index
SMC, 51 U
Card reader, 14
UAJ, 38
Edit, 52
Pin assignment of the jack, 88
UEFI mode, 103
SOFTNET for PROFIBUS, 36
Unpacking
Softnet S7
Unpacking the device, 28
Integration, 36
Update
Software
Operating system, 69
STEP 7, 58
USB, 80
TIA Portal, 58
USB socket with charging function, 50
WinCC flexible, 58
SSD, 48
Using rechargeable
SSD kit
batteries, 46
Order number, 64
SSD unit, 64
Standard user account, 41
W
Standby mode, 47
Starting, 58 Weight, 76
Startup, 102 WinCC flexible
Status indicators, 81 Starting, 58
for the system, 21 Wireless LAN, 36
STEP 7 software, 58 Regulations, 72
Supply voltage, 33, 76 WLAN
Support, 36 General information, 56
Switching on, 39 Status indicator, 22
System account, 41 Technical specifications, 79
System LEDs, 21 Troubleshooting, 17
System resources, 90
T
Temperature, 77
TIA Portal
Starting, 58
Touchpad, (Clickpad)
TPM, (Trusted Platform Module)
Transport precautions, 26
Troubleshooting/FAQs, 109
Troubleshooting/WLAN, 17
Trusted Platform Module, 60
TTY interface, 36, 80
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Operating the device 6

Expanding the device 7

Labels and symbols B

Siemens AG A5E43198909-AB Copyright © Siemens AG 2020.

5 Commissioning the device ....................................................................................................................... 39

9 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................................... 72

Purpose of this documentation

Validity of this documentation

Position in the information scheme

1.2 Security information

1.3 Disclaimer for third-party software updates

2.1.1 Important instructions and manuals for operating the device

Documentation Contents Source

Documentation Contents Source

2.1.2 Product highlights

Greatest possible mobility ensured

2.1.3 Application areas

2.2 Design of the device

2.2.1 Exterior design

View with closed display

Front view with display open

View from rear

View of left side

① Opening for Kensington lock

View of right side

① Smart Card Reader for:

View from below

2.2.2 Operator controls

2.2.2.1 On/off button

① The on/off button (power) has the following functions:

① Clickpad for moving the cursor and for moving objects

Problems during operation in an environment with EMC interference

Alphanumeric keyboard field

Num Lock key

Menu key (under Windows)

Number pad with Fn key

Hotkeys (combination keys)

2.2.3 Status displays

System status indicators

Symbol Meaning Status indicator Description

MPI interface GREEN MPI interface active

Card reader GREEN Module programming (S5 and S7 modules)

Symbol Meaning Status indicator Description

Caps Lock GREEN Caps Lock switched on

Symbol Meaning Status indicator Description

Order accessories from the SIEMENS Industry Mall

3.2 Safety guidelines for transport

Before you set off

3.3 Notes on protecting administrator accounts

4.1.1 Checking delivery

Unpacking the device

4.1.2 Device identification data

Write down identification data

Identification date Source Value

4.2 Positioning the device

● Position the programming device to ensure comfortable operation and safety.

4.3 Connecting the device

4.3.1 Connecting the power supply