Desigo CC V4.1 System Description

Desigo™ CC V4.
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System Description
A6V10415500_en_b_41 Smart Infrastructure

2020-01-23
About this Document
About this Document

Purpose
This manual describes the Desigo CC management platform and gives the reader
an overview of the system characteristics, the hardware and software
requirements, the system limits and the approvals. It provides an overview to the
supported system connectivity and the recommended system configurations.
Scope
This document applies to Desigo CC Version 4.1
Target Audience
Sales Representatives are the first contact to the customer’s buying center who
establish the relationship. During pre-sales, they present the system to potential
customers, focusing on unique selling propositions and benefits in order to acquire
the project.
Sales Engineers provide pre- and post-sales technical advice and high-level
support on product applications and solutions. They are often the key point of
contact for clients, answering questions, providing technical advice and designing
solutions. They have extensive knowledge of the products as well as the
applications and network environments.
Project Engineers are responsible for planning and configuring a customer project.
They provide the parameterization of products, devices, and systems and are
responsible for general system troubleshooting. They have the appropriate training
to their function and to the products, devices, and systems to be configured. They
are familiar with the applied operating system(s) and the related network
environment.
Field Engineers are responsible for commissioning at the customer site. They are
trained appropriately to their function and to the products, devices, and systems to
be installed. They are trained with the applied operating system(s) and the related
network environment. Field engineers are responsible for infrastructure
troubleshooting (for example, hardware, communication, network, and so on).
How to use it
This document is organized as follows:
Part A: provides an overview of the applications, features, system architecture
concepts. Please read it to obtain a basic knowledge of the product and to become
familiar with key security aspects.
Part B: provides the guidelines and illustrates the limits, restrictions and tools for
sizing the hardware platforms on which Desigo CC can run properly, depending on
project requirements. It shall help to design the system.
Part C: describes the system compatibility regarding, IT infrastructure and
subsystems as well as supported languages in Desigo CC.
Liability Disclaimer
We have checked the contents of this manual for agreement with the hardware and
software described. Since deviations cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot
guarantee full agreement. However, the data in this manual are reviewed regularly
and any necessary corrections included in subsequent editions. Suggestions for
improvement are welcome.
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Cybersecurity disclaimer
Cybersecurity disclaimer
Siemens provides a portfolio of products, solutions, systems and services that
includes security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems,
machines and networks. In the field of Building Technologies, this includes building
automation and control, fire safety, security management as well as physical
security systems.
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
security concept. Siemens’ portfolio only forms one element of such a concept.
You are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to your plants, systems,
machines and networks which 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. Additionally, Siemens’ guidance on appropriate security measures should be
taken into account. For additional information, please contact your Siemens sales
representative or visit https://www.siemens.com/global/en/home/company/topic-
areas/future-of-manufacturing/industrial-security.html.
Siemens’ portfolio undergoes continuous development to make it more secure.
Siemens strongly recommends that updates are applied as soon as they are
available and that the latest versions are used. Use of versions that are no longer
supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase your exposure to
cyber threats. Siemens strongly recommends to comply with security advisories on
the latest security threats, patches and other related measures, published, among
others, under https://www.siemens.com/cert/en/cert-security-advisories.htm.
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Table of Contents
About this Document ...................................................................................... 2

1 Part A: System Overview ....................................................................... 7
1.1 Features and Benefits: What the System Does ........................................... 9
1.1.1 Applications ................................................................................. 9
1.1.1.1 Management Station for Building Automation ................ 9
1.1.1.2 Management Station for the electrical market ...............10
1.1.1.3 Management Station for multiple disciplines .................11
1.1.2 Highlights ....................................................................................11
1.1.3 User Interface .............................................................................12
1.1.4 Main Features .............................................................................17
1.1.5 Online Engineering .....................................................................19
1.1.6 Library Concept ..........................................................................19
1.1.7 Multilanguage Support ................................................................19
1.1.8 Connectivity ................................................................................20
1.1.9 Open Platform.............................................................................20
1.1.9.1 Standard Protocols.......................................................20
1.1.9.2 Subsystem integration with SORIS ...............................21
1.1.9.3 Web Services with NORIS ............................................21
1.1.9.4 OPC Server .................................................................21
1.1.10 Certifications and Approval .........................................................21
1.2 System Architecture - How the System is Organized ..................................22
1.2.1 System Components ...................................................................22
1.2.1.1 Management System Server ........................................22
1.2.1.2 Web Server ..................................................................23
1.2.1.3 Front End Processor (FEP) ..........................................23
1.2.1.4 Database Infrastructure ................................................23
1.2.1.5 Video Service ...............................................................25
1.2.1.6 Client Options ..............................................................25
1.2.2 Typical System Deployments ......................................................26
1.2.2.1 All-In-One (One Seat) System ......................................26
1.2.2.2 Client/Server inside the Customer Network...................27
1.2.2.3 Client/Server with Internet Access ................................27
1.2.2.4 Large, Distributed client/Server with Internet Access.....28
1.2.2.5 Distributed System Configurations ................................29
1.2.3 Virtualization ...............................................................................30
2 Part B: System Dimensioning ............................................................... 31
2.1 Hardware Category Definitions ..................................................................31
2.1.1 Minimum Requirements for Physical Machines............................31
2.1.2 Minimum Requirements for Virtual Machines...............................33
2.1.3 UL/ULC Listed Machines.............................................................34
2.2 System Dimensioning Tool ........................................................................34
2.3 Management System Server......................................................................35
2.4 Distributed System Configurations .............................................................36
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2.5 Recommendations for FEPs ...................................................................... 38
2.6 Recommendations for Remote Clients ....................................................... 38
2.6.1 Installed Clients .......................................................................... 38
2.6.2 Windows App Clients .................................................................. 39
2.6.3 Web Clients ................................................................................ 39
2.6.4 Flex Clients ................................................................................. 40
2.7 Monitors .................................................................................................... 40
2.8 Tablets ...................................................................................................... 40
3 Part C: System Compatibility ................................................................41
3.1 IT Environment Compatibility ..................................................................... 41
3.1.1 Operating Systems ..................................................................... 41
3.1.2 Virtualization ............................................................................... 42
3.1.3 Microsoft SQL Server.................................................................. 42
3.1.4 Microsoft Office ........................................................................... 42
3.1.5 Virus Scanners ........................................................................... 43
3.1.6 Firewalls ..................................................................................... 43
3.1.7 PDF Readers .............................................................................. 43
3.1.8 AutoCAD Files ............................................................................ 43
3.2 Supported Subsystems and Standard Field Network Protocols Compatibility
.................................................................................................................. 44
3.2.1 Building Automation .................................................................... 44
3.2.2 Energy and Power ...................................................................... 44
3.2.3 Fire Safety .................................................................................. 44
3.2.4 Security ...................................................................................... 45
3.2.5 Building Infrastructure ................................................................. 46
3.2.6 Standard Protocols ..................................................................... 46
3.3 Supported Languages ............................................................................... 47
4 Appendix............................................................................................48
4.1 Supported Features and Limits per Product ............................................... 48
4.1.1 Supported Features and Limits per Product ................................ 48
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Part A: System Overview
Features and Benefits: What the System Does
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1 Part A: System Overview

The Desigo CC management platform presents a single point of entry for users to
operate, monitor and optimize building automation, fire safety and security systems
or a combination thereof.
Desigo CC is a flexible, full client-server architecture allowing scalability from small
and medium to large and complex systems. The platform provides customizable-
and market-specific distributions.
Desigo CC can be installed on one single computer, with full server and client
functionality. Furthermore, Installed, Web, Windows App or Flex Clients can also
be added on separate hardware. Additional system connections can be made
through systems installed with Desigo CC Front End Processors (FEP)
configurations. Web interfaces provide the customer an increased flexibility for
operation and future extensions, e.g. mobile applications for tablets and smart
phones.
Based on Desigo CC software different products with their own brands have been
created to give an answer to different market needs:
● Desigo CC: Full software package designed for all types of project sizes
combining one or multiple building disciplines.
● Cerberus DMS: Full software package designed for all types of project sizes
combining one or multiple danger management disciplines.
● Desigo CC Compact BA: With a restricted set of features and limits, specifically
oriented from small to medium projects focused on Building Automation and
3rd party integrations.
● Desigo CC Compact Electrical: With a restricted set of features and limits,
specifically oriented from small to medium projects focused on the electrical
market and 3rd party integrations.
● Desigo CC Compact Validated Monitoring: With a restricted set of features and
limits, specifically oriented from small to medium validated facilities that require
21CRF11 certification.
● Connect: With a restricted set of features and limits specifically designed to act
as an intelligent gateway, Desigo CC Connect allows the connection between
the subsystems and 3rd party management stations. As a gateway product, it
does not offer a user interface for operations.
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1 Features and Benefits: What the System Does
What’s new with V4.1?

● Flex Client: improvements for System Browser, Property Viewer, Events and
Graphics
● Flex Client: Schedule and Trend Viewer applications
● New help application rights
● New features for Power Management
● Connectivity to EventHub cloud application
● Operating improvements in Advanced Reporting
● Notification Center for new events (as known as alarm pop-ups)
● Operator Task application
● Improvements in Room Booking System integration
● Enlighted Energy Manager integration
● New Haystack SORIS integration
● Integration of OZW gateway
● Apogee P2 Point Editor
● Integration of DXR1 devices
● Desigo Insight project engineering migration enhancement
● BACnet library for Fire 3rd party integration
● Lite UI for Fire Maintenance Operators (UL/ULC)
● Enhanced Fire Project Templates (UL/ULC)
● Enhancements in KNX integration
● Enhancements in Modbus integration
● Fire brigade maps
● Guided migration from Algorex to Sinteso / Cerberus Pro
● Support of recording commands in Hanwha Samsung SSM Integration
● VMS rule activation and trigger control
● Import of a subset of cameras
● Video provider selection
● Grouping of Access Control external doors (SALTO)
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1.1 Features and Benefits: What the System Does
1.1.1 Applications
1.1.1.1 Management Station for Building Automation

As a building automation management station, Desigo CC provides the full breadth
of application support to ensure that facilities remain comfortable, productive, and
achieve optimal energy and equipment performance.
The Desigo CC user interface coupled with easy operation and event workflows,
openness and harmonized look and feel across disciplines and vendors makes
Desigo CC the perfect tool for maintaining facility operation.
Desigo CC used as the management station for building automation systems
allows users to:
● Graphically operate and monitor the building automation system and take
control of HVAC equipment
● Act by manually switching devices from auto to manual mode
● Detect, visualize, and acknowledge/reset faults and alarms
● Collect, visualize, and compare online and offline Trend data
● Create schedules to automate the operation of the building and set up
exceptions, which override regular schedules
● Compose and configure report definitions to produce a variety of performance
reports the building
● Store and retrieve system activity data, view data logs
● Create and execute automated reactions between the networked systems
● Send out automatic remote notifications via email, SMS, and pagers
Eco Monitoring
In combination with systems from Siemens that support the green leaf concept,
Desigo CC offers real-time monitoring and reporting of the HVAC equipment
performance from an economic and ecologic point of view. It displays the quality of
operation with a green leaf in Graphics and identifies unnecessary energy
consumption. It allows the user to optimize the operation in order to reduce energy
consumption and wear and tear of components without affecting comfort in a
negative manner.
Flexible Room Management

When used with the Desigo system, Desigo CC allows the user to manage the
office layout of a floor on demand. In Desigo CC’s Flexible Room Management
editor, rooms can be re-assigned to floor segments. In addition, Central Function
applications permit and support centralized control and coordination of defined
groups, including a façade for blinds or multiple floors for lights. In Desigo CC, the
user can command, monitor or adjust elements of the Central Functions groups
from a single vantage point.
Support for Validated Environments

Desigo CC can establish portions of a building automation system for Pharma and
Life Sciences customers as compliant to regional certifications, such as US FDA
21CFR Part 11, GMP Annex 11 or similar.
Energy and Power Management

Desigo CC offers an insight into electrical power distribution in a building and
optimization of its operation. Supported by the “Power Manager” and “Energy &
Power Reports” features, it provides extensive coverage of power management
applications in buildings and supports comprehensive and modular multi-discipline
system offerings.
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Optionally, Desigo CC collects and transmits trend series from metering devices to
Management Station for Danger Management

As a danger management station, Desigo CC provides the full breadth of
application support for ensuring life safety, property safety, and keeps facilities
protected.
The Desigo CC user interface, coupled with event-oriented workflows, secured
communication and approved fire norm conformance, make Desigo CC the perfect
tool for Danger Management.
Desigo CC is designed for use with fire safety and security systems and allows
users to:
● Visualize and handle events (for example, acknowledge, silence, and reset)
● Graphically monitor and control life safety and security systems
● Know where to start as the highest-priority events are highlighted
● Maintain continuous situational awareness of all fire panels with the graphical
Node Map dashboard
● Directly navigate (with just one click) to the triggering element of an event
● Quickly navigate to custom operator instructions and graphical display of event
locations
● Store and retrieve fire alarm system activity data
● Distribute fire, access, video and intrusion monitoring and control capabilities
across a network of Desigo CC management clients
● Provide Operating Procedure checklists to guide the operator, under stressful
conditions, in handling significant events
● Display multiple video streams
● Send out automatic remote notifications via email, SMS, and pagers
● Include and exclude (isolate/de-isolate) system devices
● View and schedule automatic history reports
● Provide “Ready To Arm” check for Intrusion
1.1.1.2 Management Station for the electrical market

As a management station dedicated for the electrical market, Desigo CC provides
the full breadth of application support to ensure the wellbeing of the facilities users,
with an enhanced integration of Smart Lighting systems, and also to achieve
optimal energy performance.
The Desigo CC user interface coupled with easy operation and engineering
workflows, openness and harmonized look and feel across all systems and
vendors available in the electrical market, makes Desigo CC the perfect tool for
maintaining facility operation.
Desigo CC used as management station for systems of the electrical market,
mainly KNX systems, allows users to:
● Graphically operate and monitor the managed systems and take control of
specific equipment
● Edit the scenario settings defined in the macro/reactions or scripts, to adapt
them with the project usage needs
● Create schedules to automate the operation of this systems and set up
exceptions, which override regular schedules
● Compose and configure report definitions to produce a variety of activity and
energy performance reports
● Detect, visualize, and acknowledge/reset faults and alarms
● Collect, visualize, and compare online and offline Trend data
● Interact between different managed systems that belong to different disciplines
of the building and that are connected using different protocols.
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● Open for extension with other 3rd party products like Hotel Management
Systems
● Easy and quick import of hierarchy and configuration configured in ETS
1.1.1.3 Management Station for multiple disciplines

As an integration platform, Desigo CC is designed for the simultaneous connection
to multiple systems and use by multiple operators, each with their unique focus.
Desigo CC ensures the optimal system performance of building automation and
danger management applications.
The workflow-oriented user interface provides the same look, feel and operation to
all connected subsystems. This brings integration to the next level, a unification
where tasks such as commanding, event handling, reporting, and scheduling are
not differentiated by the subsystem.
The combined control and management of building automation and danger
management disciplines on a single management system allow for interaction
between those facilities.
Interaction examples:
● Unauthorized entry detected by the Intrusion system, initiates lighting and
focuses the camera to the location.
● Deteriorating weather conditions, like a storm, cause sending a centralized
command to the room systems, opening all blinds, and informing about window
contact status.
● After successful access control authentication, access to the room is granted,
Lights are activated, and HVAC systems switched to occupied mode.
● Temporary noxious emissions, for example, from helicopter landing or vehicles
at a loading dock, cause outside air dampers to close, stopping fresh air intake.
● Scheduled activation for entire building modes (for example, night mode sets
lights off, blinds and HVAC plants to unoccupied mode, perimeter security,
camera positions, lifts to base position).
● Under peak energy consumption conditions, inform the user and offer assisted
procedure to optimize building equipment.
● Built-in applications for vertical transportation systems manufactured by
Schindler Ltd. (for example, monitor elevator status, call a lift, treat passenger
alarms and faults, lifts and escalator dynamic visualization).
1.1.2 Highlights
Desigo CC has been designed to be:
Easy to learn and user-friendly

● Consistent interface designed around user-based workflows
● Simple navigation through tree views or graphics
● Auto-defined links (so called Related Items) help anticipate the next step
● Graphics engine supports drag-and-drop and zoom
● Online engineering speeds-up project commissioning time and minimizes
system downtime
Optimal for maximizing operational and engineering efficiency

● Integrated data from multiple facilities, disciplines, and information systems
● Fast, Investigative, and Assisted Treatment for quick response to all kind of
events
● Customized reporting capabilities
● Time-shifted trend graphs, Log Viewer, and Quick Search for data analysis
● Powerful multi-layered graphics supporting animated symbols, import of
AutoCAD plans
● Built-in email, pager and SMS for remote notification
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● Automatic import of CAD drawings and placement of symbols

● Ability to import a subset of the cameras configured for the VMS
Adaptable to meet the needs of any facility

● Multiple client options for use at a dedicated workstation, in a browser, or as a
light desktop application
● User groups and profiles control and simplify site visibility
● Built-in profiles for building automation, fire safety and security users
● Adjustable pane layouts support beginners and power users
● Separate Operation and Configuration modes
● Flexible Views allow users to organize facilities and to view them as they want
Open, integrated system

● Standard protocol support for building automation, fire safety and security
systems
● IT compliant and IT environment enabled system
● Normalization and management of data from multiple sources
● Extended application development and support for simple and complex
systems
Robust system platform

● Built on proven Siemens SIMATIC technology and IT standard components
● Scalable to support small and large facilities
● Flexible to provide a wide range of applications
● Highly secure client-server communication
● Extendable to grow with a facility’s needs
1.1.3 User Interface

Desigo CC’s user interface provides effective system operation and control. It
presents well-arranged, relevant information to the user and is ready for interaction
without any overlapping windows. The user interface combines daily operation and
event handling. The System Manager (1) is a multi-pane window for navigating,
monitoring, and controlling all the components and subsystems of the site. Each
pane contains a functional component of the management system (for example, a
browser for navigating and selecting system objects, a viewer for displaying site
floor plans, tools for scheduling tasks, and so on). Event management (2) consists
of a robust set of applications to ensure quick, easy, and accurate response to any
event.
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System Manager
The System Manager window is built around the concept of a common workflow for
all system navigation. This simple and consistent workflow allows users to select
from standard applications or for a more specific focus, select the part of the facility
they are interested in and let the system guide them to the most relevant
information.
From the initial starting point, users can make additional selections for more
details, act on the system, or navigate further to automatically provided Links
(Related Items) based on their selection. The pane-based navigation keeps
important information in front of users with no overlapping windows. They can
navigate the system through graphics or flexible views that allow the system to be
represented in the way the users see their facility.
This image shows a typical navigation and operation workflow using the standard
user interface:
1. Perform a selection in System Browser

2. Get information and tools in the Primary pane
3. Select and get more detailed information in the Contextual pane
4. Access an additional menu in the Related Items pane
5. Get additional tools in the Secondary pane
6. Breadcrumb navigation on top of System Manager
The paragraphs below describe the most important applications offered by Desigo
CC for System Management.
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Event Management
Event Management (also called event or alarm handling) refers to the various
actions and steps that users take to respond to an event (e.g. smoke alarm) that
occurs. Such actions may include, acknowledging the alarm, investigating its
cause, resetting the alarm once the problem has been resolved, and filling out a
report form.
The main applications provided for Event Management are the Summary bar (1)
and Event List (2):
Summary Bar
The Summary bar is the anchor for Desigo CC event management. It highlights
current conditions with a clear indication of current event priorities and allows the
user to quickly open the Event List. Depending on the client profile in use, the
Summary bar can be docked on the desktop or freely opened and closed as
needed. In some configurations, the one or two most important alarms are also
displayed in an Event Detail bar underneath the Summary bar.
Event List
The Event List application provides a complete and easily filtered list of events
under control of the management station. When expanded, the Event List provides
a clear indication of each event source, severity, and current status, as well as
custom messages and suggested steps using text, color, and icon representations.
Events can be acknowledged, silenced, and reset from the Event List.
To handle an event, Desigo CC offers the following alarm-handling options:
Fast Treatment
From the Event List or Event bar, operators can quickly select an event and
perform all the commands (for example, Acknowledge, Reset, Close, or Suspend)
from the Event Detail bar and Event List, without following any advanced guided
procedure (such as, viewing live and recorded video streams or a map of the
alarmed area, and so on). A brief description of the next action to take (which
command to select) is also contained in the event descriptor (the event descriptor
is visible when the Event List is expanded).
When event handling is in progress, the user can send the available commands to
the source object causing the event or even suspend event handling.
Investigative Treatment
From Event List or the Event bar, operators can quickly open System Manager with
a focus on the source of the event, and all information (live and recorded video
streams, recent history, schedules, and so on.) related to the event source.
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Assisted Treatment with Operating Procedures

Operating procedures consist of a sequence of steps or actions, which the operator
must, or is suggested to perform with Assisted Treatment. The system provides
instructions and operating tools on each step of a procedure. With appropriate
permissions, a user can create, view, edit, or delete operating procedures.
From Event List or the Event bar, operators can quickly open Assisted Treatment
to guide the operator through pre-configured operating procedures. Each operating
procedure is composed of steps - some of which may be mandatory - for the user
to complete (for example, view the graphic of the object in alarm, view live and
recorded video streams, or complete an event handling form) while other can be
configured to be executed automatically by the system (for example, sending
emails to recipients or printing the even information).
Simplified user interface for Building Automation

A special custom profile for adapting the user interface for Building Automation
operators that aim to have a simplified concept providing more effective system
operation and control. It presents well-arranged, relevant information to the user
and is ready for interaction without any overlapping windows. The user interface
combines daily operation and event handling.
The exact screen layout will vary depending on your configuration, and you may
not see all the components described. In particular, the Graphics display and its
operation are dependent upon the selected function of the automation station.
With the direct selection of application-based elements (graphics, schedulers,
reports) on the System Browser, operators can identify and select the information
they need to see and focus on more quickly.
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Simplified user interface for Danger Management

A special custom profile for adapting the user interface for Danger Management
operators that aim to have a simplified concept providing more effective system
operation and control. It presents well arranged, relevant information to the user
and is ready for interaction without any overlapping windows. The user interface
combines daily operation and event handling.
The exact screen layout will vary depending on your configuration, and you may
not see all the components described in the System Manager.
With the direct selection of application-based elements (graphics, schedulers,
reports) on the system browser operators can identify and select faster the
information they need to see and focus on.
The node map on the right provides a graphical and, depending on the
configuration, also geographical overview of the subsystems in the project,
providing the information on the current status following the same event color code.
A version for UL/ULC application is also available. The Event List is always
maximized for a complete system supervision, while the Node Map, providing a
graphical and geographical representation, along with the Macro Viewer, providing
the capability for monitoring and controlling Pseudo points and system macros are
on the bottom part of the screen.
Flex Client User Interface

By keeping the same innovative operation and navigation workflow-oriented
concept from the classic clients, the new Flex Client provides a completely
redesigned, modern user interface, with a responsive design and a high-level user
experience. The user interface supports system monitoring as well as event
handling.
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1.1.4 Main Features

Graphics
Desigo CC graphics are built using smart objects that know how they are used and
how to represent themselves graphically. The use of smart objects allows users to
create graphics by simply dragging-and-dropping objects onto a page, without
manually binding an object to graphical symbols. Any system object can be
commanded via Graphics with one click.
The Graphics editor also provides a powerful AutoCAD importing tool that allows
the user to select and manipulate layers of AutoCAD drawings both during and
after the import process.
Standardized graphic libraries increasing the engineering efficiency and provide a
distinctive design. Library elements can be customized to the particular project.
Textual Viewer
Both panel-based and workstation-based trending is provided to support control
systems without embedded Trend capabilities.
Trend data is stored in a Microsoft SQL Server database. SQL Server Express is
included with the Desigo CC software and can be upgraded as required.
The Trend Comparison View allows users to time-shift the Trend View to compare
data at different times for quick analysis of changing conditions.
Trend Viewer
Both panel-based and workstation-based trending is provided to support control
systems without embedded Trend capabilities.
Trend data is stored in a Microsoft SQL Server database. SQL Server Express is
included with the Desigo CC software and can be upgraded as required.
The Trend Comparison View allows users to time-shift the Trend View to compare
data at different times for quick analysis of changing conditions.
Long Term Storage and archiving

Desigo CC now allows you to maintain extensive amount of historic data online,
also providing support for on-line data archiving and on-demand re-mounting.
Schedules
The scheduling application allows complete configuration and display of standard
BACnet schedule, calendar, and command objects, as well as for workstation-
based schedules that can be used to support subsystems without built-in
scheduling capabilities.
Schedules are automatically associated to the systems they control, so users can
quickly navigate to the schedules related to any selected object.
The Timeline Viewer in the scheduler application allows users to show the details
of multiple workstation schedules or field panel schedules simultaneously,
spanning a range of time.
Macros
Macros are predefined lists of commands that enable a user to send out a group of
commands to specified devices with a single action. Some macros can be started
manually while others may be part of schedules defined for time-based functions or
automatic reactions.
Macros are also used by the system to perform multiple command actions. These
predefined system macros are applied to specific control actions, such as block
commands to fire control panels and system backup functions.
Reaction Processor
The Reaction Processor allows the user to configure Desigo CC to automatically
execute given actions when some conditions are verified. Conditions can be based
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on time (for example, every Monday at 7:00 AM), on events (for example, when
technical equipment is in fault), on change of values (for example, when the
temperature of a room is higher than a predefined value), or on a combination of
some or all the above. When conditions are met, the Reaction Processor executes
a pre-configured list of commands (for example, switch on the lights).
Scripting
Desigo CC provides a Script Editor to create sophisticated and powerful script
programs based on JavaScript language. Scripts can be executed on demand or
automatically by the system based on trigger conditions.
Reports
The Desigo CC reporting tool includes standard reporting templates (for example
Status, Event or Configuration templates) and allows a user to create fully
configurable reports with custom logos, headers, footers, and layouts that include
tabular and graphical system information. Reports can be scheduled and saved in
CSV or PDF formats for future use and/or programmed to be sent via email to pre-
configured recipients (for example, every Monday morning at 8.00 AM, a report
with all alarms occurred over the previous seven days is created and sent to the
Facility Manager).
Journaling
Desigo CC can be configured to print out an ongoing record of the system’s
operation using Journaling.
Journaling uses a dedicated Server printer, called as journaling printer, to
automatically print out a record when specified alarms, operator/system actions, or
field conditions occur. The journaling printer can be a line printer or a page printer.
Journaling templates offer a range of formats for printing.
Typical use cases for Journaling are:
● Printing the event details when the event is generated
● Tracking when a user logs into and out of the system
● Tracking the values of a specific system objects such as Kilowatt (KW) meters
for energy auditing purposes
● A secure non-digital copy of system history to be used in the event of a
database corruption
Document Viewer
The Document Viewer displays object-related data sheets, operating manuals or
other information contained in a document file (for example: a data sheet for a
detector or sensor) or web page.
Remote Notification
Desigo CC can be configured to automatically or manually send email, pager or
SMS messages to first responders in case of alarm. In addition to simple
notification, notification can also be escalated to second level responders as
needed.
Log Viewer
The Log Viewer application provides a historic log of user and system events and
activities that have occurred. It allows users to retrieve these historic events and
activities for further analysis and investigation.
The Detailed Log within the Contextual Pane provides a historic log of the most
recent user and system events and activities related to an individually selected
object. For example, the system logs user intervention to set point with previous,
new value, timestamp and username. Data displayed within the Detailed Log can
be further analyzed using sorting and filtering functionality similar to that of the Log
Viewer.
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Operator Tasks
Operator Tasks application allows operators to simply create and monitor building
tasks. The UI of this application has been designed to allow any type of operator
without Engineering/Edit rights, to create/start/stop tasks and to quickly find the
ones that are expiring or are already expired.
Mobile App
The Desigo CC app lets an operator view and handle the alarms and objects of the
integrated building management platform Desigo CC. Mobile App connects via
Desigo CC Web Services and consume Web Service sessions.
Video Surveillance
Video Surveillance in Desigo CC allows the operator to monitor and operate the
video systems. Typical video surveillance workflows are supported, including
display of live video streams, PTZ and preset operations, recording, tagging and
recording bookmarks, search and replay and multi-camera operations for operating
procedures, camera groups and camera sequences.
Continuous monitoring of cameras, (logical) video monitors, archiving and
recording devices allow fast response to video events.
Powerful remote-control video capabilities allow the management of monitor walls
and the sharing of video information and operations across the system. Each client
can handle multiple video displays, providing support for flexible layouts and typical
multi-monitor deployments.
1.1.5 Online Engineering

Desigo CC makes the engineering of the system easy and fast as it comes with an
innovative online engineering concept. A user can toggle the system to
Engineering mode, where system parameters can be set up and user accounts
managed.
The benefit of such functionality is that any type of configuration changes can be
done online without the need to start external tools and, finally, the updated
configuration can be downloaded to the online system. This method significantly
reduces engineering time as well as the system downtimes (while waiting for the
new configuration to apply).
1.1.6 Library Concept

Desigo CC provides an extremely powerful and flexible library concept that allows,
on the one hand standardization of system operation, and on the other a further
drastic reduction of engineering time.
Libraries that are made available with the product distribution provide extensive
coverage of Building Automation, Fire and Security, including specific applications
such as Data Centers and Life Science.
In addition, Desigo CC libraries can be extended at any time on site, to cover
project or domain specific applications.
The Library concept contributes to system openness, as it makes it possible to full
integrate subsystems communicating via standard protocols.
1.1.7 Multilanguage Support

Desigo CC is a multilingual system that offers the ability to support, in the same
project configuration, multiple languages. The Desigo CC client application is in
fact able to displays project data, as well as user interface texts in the language of
the user who is logging on the system.
For a detailed list of supported languages, see Supported Languages [➙ 47].
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1.1.8 Connectivity
Desigo CC can integrate and communicate with a wide range of product families
from Building Automation to Fire Safety and Security systems.
Building Automation
● APOGEE
● Climatix
● Desigo
● SIMATIC S7
● SICLIMAT X engineered S7 PLC
● Talon
Fire Safety
● Algorex
● Desigo Fire Safety
● Desigo Fire Safety Modular
● FireFinder XLS and MXL
● Sinteso FS20 DE/EN
Security
● Milestone XProtect Essential+ /Express+ /Professional+
● Milestone XProtect Expert /Corporate
● Sintony
● SiPass integrated
● Siveillance VMS
● SPC Intrusion
➜ For more details on supported systems, please refer to the Desigo CC
Compatibility Matrix for DMS products
1.1.9 Open Platform

Desigo CC is an open platform by design and supports a variety of standard
protocols and interfaces for field network integrations. Furthermore, Desigo CC can
provide data to external applications and services.
Desigo CC Ecosystem is a community with the goal of promoting the creation and
facilitating the sharing of all Desigo CC extensions developed worldwide.
The evolution of Desigo CC is not only limited to the Siemens developments.
Desigo CC Ecosystem developers provide a fast, dynamic and creative
enhancements and can exchange ideas, products and services based on customer
or user demands. To stay up to date with what is available now and what is coming
soon from the Desigo CC Ecosystem, refer to the community pages:
Desigo CC Ecosystem (registration required)
1.1.9.1 Standard Protocols

Desigo CC communicates with field network devices to monitor and command
information by using the following standard protocols:
● BACnet
● OPC DA (Data Access)
● Modbus TCP
● SNMP
● ONVIF
● M-Bus
● KNX
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● S7 and S7 PLUS
● IEC 61850
➜ For more details on supported protocols, please refer to the section 3.2 [➙ 43].
1.1.9.2 Subsystem integration with SORIS

SORIS stands for Southbound Open RESTful Integration Service. It provides an
open integration framework for Desigo CC that is easy to work with interoperability
between computer systems on the internet: Developers can use the SORIS SDK to
create SORIS adapters in Java or C# that map to the foreign system’s protocol or
interface. For security reasons, stage 1 adapters should be deployed locally on the
Desigo CC server or FEPs. They can be deployed on other Windows, Linux or
embedded device hosts inside the intranet via secure https communication and a
VPN.
1.1.9.3 Web Services with NORIS

NORIS stands for Northbound Open RESTful Integration Service. Desigo CC
allows external applications to read and write real time data as well as access
events or historical values, by using the provided REST (Representational State
Transfer) web service interfaces, e.g. NORIS. Web Services can be used for
applications such as Enterprise Software, Energy Management services, Facility
Management systems or Mobile Apps.
1.1.9.4 OPC Server

Desigo CC allows Enterprise applications or other management systems to access
real time values from integrated subsystems via OPC. The Desigo CC OPC Server
supports the OPC DA (Data Access) specification. In addition, an OPC UA wrapper
provides OPC UA Clients access to the exposed data.
1.1.10 Certifications and Approval

Desigo CC has been tested against a wide range of domain- and country-specific
norms and standards, including:
● BACnet Revision 1.15, certified by BACnet Testing Laboratory as BACnet
Advanced Workstation Software (BTL B-AWS)
● AMEV recommendation BACnet 2011 compliant with Management Operation
Unit (MOU-B) profile
● IT security compliant with the ISA-99/IEC 62443 Security Level: SL1
● OPC DA V2.05a and V3.0 Server, certified by the OPC Foundation certification
program
● UL listed to UL864 10th edition Standard for Control Units and Accessories for
command and control when installed on a UL864 approved computer
● ULC listed to ULC-S527-11 3rd edition for command and control when installed
on a ULC-S527 approved computer
● UL listed to UL2572 for Mass Notification (for monitoring only when installed on
a UL2572 approved computer)
● ULC listed to ULC-S576 for Mass Notification (for monitoring only when
installed on a UL2572 approved computer)
● UL listed to UL-294 7th edition Standard for Safety - Access Control System
Units
● Support of pharmaceutical industry regulatory requirements, such as US FDA
21CFR Part 11, GMP Annex 11 or similar
Connecting Desigo CC functionality to FC20xx does not jeopardize compliance

with any requirements of any product standard the FC20xx meets (e. g. EN 54-2).
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1 System Architecture - How the System is Organized
1.2 System Architecture - How the System is

Organized
Desigo CC is a client/server system designed to augment existing building
infrastructure and integrate with standard IT hardware, software, and networks.
The open and adaptable architecture supports the most common Windows-based
IT infrastructures. In addition, Desigo CC allows full server functionality in
customer’s virtual IT environments and advanced networks. Desigo CC
deployments are tested using state-of-the-art firewalls and network configurations
such as IPv6 as well as domain configurations and standard software, i.e. virus
scan and malware protection software.
This allows large enterprises and small businesses alike to use Desigo CC in their
existing IT environment to manage a building’s infrastructure. The support of
remote services such as history databases, Web Server, Windows App, Web and
Flex Clients offer a broad variability of deployments to meet project requirements.
➜ Refer to the section about Typical Deployments 1.2.2
1.2.1 System Components

As illustrated below, Desigo CC software can be installed on a single server or
broken up in the following main functional blocks:
● Management System Server: Monitors and commands the field networks,
executes automatic actions and interacts with users via clients.
● Database Server: Manages the Historical data collected by Desigo CC
● Video
● Web Server: provides connectivity for Web Clients
● FEP (Front End Processor): Extends and distributes connectivity to field
networks
● Installed Clients: Provide user access to Desigo CC user functionalities,
connecting directly to the Management System Server
● Windows App, Web and Flex Clients: Provide user access to Desigo CC
functionalities via Web Server.
1.2.1.1 Management System Server

The management server is the main component of Desigo CC. The Desigo CC
Server installation always includes an Installed Client and a System Management
Console (SMC) that provides the user interface to configure and administer the
system and host field system drivers. The server hosts the project to monitor and
control the facility including runtime data. Projects are managed by the System
Management Console. The administrative operations required to activate a project
with all necessary information are also supported.
The System Management Console is a stand-alone tool that initializes a new
project, restores a project, and configures system-wide settings such as history
database, system users and web server parameters.
The Desigo CC project contains all engineering and operation information created
for a system. Field system information is described by Desigo CC objects inside
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the project. Objects can be created manually, imported through data exchange
files, or uploaded through a selective auto-discovery mechanism depending on the
type of system being connected.
A unique, extensible object modeling approach allows Desigo CC to normalize
information brought in through any interface and to provide the same look, feel,
and operation through a common set of applications regardless of the source of the
data.
The management system server contains an image of the field network systems,
which are modeled as objects. Technology limits the total number of objects a
System Manager can host. In the current Desigo CC version, the limit is set to
150,000 objects and 450,000 objects for a physical server working on a
distributed system in a segmented configuration. See section 1.2.2.5.
The actual number of objects that can be hosted might be further limited by
hardware resources (please refer to the section 2.1 [➙ 31]).
1.2.1.2 Web Server

Web servers allow a Web browser to access the system on the customer's intranet
or the Internet. A web server is required to use the Desigo CC Web, Windows App
and Flex Clients or the Web Services.
Desigo CC Web Server is based on Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS).
IIS needs to be installed on each computer serving as the web server. IIS
installations on remote computers are supported, such as in demilitarized zone
(DMZ).
A web server can be installed on the same hardware running the management
system server or on a separate, dedicated computer.
The latter applies for instance, if the customer’s IT department requires using
existing web servers, to be installed in a separate controlled environment, or if it is
preferred not to use the resources of the system server for IIS.
By accessing a system web page in the Microsoft Internet Explorer, all files
required for Web Clients, Windows App Client environments and the system
documentation can be downloaded.
1.2.1.3 Front End Processor (FEP)

The Desigo CC Front End Processor is an extension to the Desigo CC Server to
provide additional resources to connect subsystems. Additionally, FEP can be
used as a bridge to connect an IIS toDesigo CC.
Running on separate hardware, FEP allows load balancing by distributing field
system drivers across multiple machines. Additionally, FEP can be used to
facilitate data exchange for distributed subsystems.
The Desigo CC FEP installation always includes an Installed Client and a System
Management Console.
1.2.1.4 Database Infrastructure

History Database
Desigo CC History Database Server manages historical data collected from
subsystems and user activities. The Server uses Microsoft SQL to store, manage
and maintain the historic data of the system.
The Desigo CC Database Service runs on the Desigo CC Server and connects to a
Microsoft SQL Server hosting the History Database (HDB).
HDB is used to log a wide range of records including:
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● User and system activities, e.g. user log-in and logouts, access to applications,
monitored client connections, system restarts etc.
● Events, such as alarms and faults and their guided procedure steps.
● Field network activity such as, change of states, change of values, commands
● Trends and time series.
➜ For details about the range of logged user activities and system events, please
refer to the Reports section of the Desigo CC Help.
Databases setup
To reduce the load on the main server, Microsoft SQL Server can be installed on a
separate machine or in a virtual environment. Desigo CC can also use existing
customer-provided Microsoft SQL infrastructure.
Microsoft SQL Express is included on the product installation. If the system
requirements exceed the capacity of Microsoft SQL Express, Microsoft SQL Server
regular editions can be used, extending storage capacity and increasing the
performances of the history database operations. Procuring and installing Microsoft
SQL Server regular editions is not part of the Desigo CC offering. The software
licensing, administration, and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server regular
editions is the responsibility of the customer.
Long Term Storage and Archiving

The History Database supports four standard archive groups, related to the record
types for events, value changes, activity and trends. All system objects store their
data in the specific archive group depending on the type of record. Data of the
standard archive groups are stored in “ring buffer” tables, meaning that, after a
configurable retention time, the overflow data is deleted to allow space for the new
data.
For Long Term Storage, the basic capability of the historic database infrastructure
is extended.
On top of the ring buffer tables, it is possible to configure multiple on-line stores. An
on-line store is a set of data-slices of configurable size or duration. Data is stored
in a slice for as long as the size or duration limits are met, then passing to the
subsequent slice. When the maximum number of configured slices is reached, the
data of the oldest slice is archived off-line. Offline archives can be remounted on
demand when old data needs to be available online for access from a Desigo CC
application.
This mechanism allows maintaining extensive amounts of historic data on line and
providing support for on-line data archiving and on-demand re-mounting.
Moreover, besides the standard archiving groups, Long Term Storage allows to
define custom archive groups.
A custom archive group allows assigning a specific subset of system objects and
record types to a specific store.
This feature is particularly useful when events, value changes, activity or trend
information for a part of the system require different retention times or simply need
to be segregated due to, for example, the nature of data, special regulations,
specific discipline demands or different on-line persistence needs.
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Estimate the Database Size for HDB to Determine the SQL Server Edition
The amount of collected historical data and the storage of the data to the HDB is
highly condition specific. The System Dimensioning Tool (p. 38) provides
indications about the edition and the database size most suitable for a specific
project.
Please see section History Database in the Desigo CC Help for details on how to
size the HDB and determine the adequate SQL Server edition.
System Limits
There is a 10 GB limit to the SQL Server Express database, and of 250 GB for
SQL Server.
1.2.1.5 Video Service

The Desigo CC Video Service runs on Desigo CC Server and connects either to
the Video Management Services or to an external Video Management System
(VMS).
The Video Management Services provide the capabilities of a Video Surveillance
System inside Desigo CC. The Video Management Services can be installed on
the main server or on a separate machine.
For small systems, the Network Video Recorder (NVR) service can be installed on
the main server. To reduce the bandwidth demands of the network and the
required resources on the server, further NVR services can be distributed on other
machines and storage devices. External Video Management Systems provide their
own service architecture.
➜ For additional details, please refer to the engineering manual of the external
VMS.
Only one Video Service is allowed in a distributed system configuration.
1.2.1.6 Client Options

Desigo CC supports multiple client options for applications ranging from occasional
users to dedicated mission-critical console installations. All client options are built
around the same usability standards and capabilities making it easy to switch
between different client options without the need to learn multiple interfaces.
User privileges can be assigned to users and to workstations, allowing users to be
granted the same access from everywhere or different access depending on where
they are logged on.
Windows App Client

The Desigo CC Windows App Client software is a light application that can be
downloaded from the Desigo CC Server through a browser. When the Windows
App Client is downloaded, it runs like any other Microsoft Windows desktop
applications. The Windows App Client is not installed but instead run by the
Microsoft .NET runtime environment. It can be launched from the Start menu, from
a desktop icon, or from the Quick Launch toolbar. This deployment does not
require administrative privileges.
Depending on the configuration, Windows App Clients can have the same
functionality as Installed Clients (Identified by certificate) or are restricted by other
access mechanisms (anonymous client).
Each time the user launches Desigo CC as Windows App Client, a search for
system updates is performed. If a new version of the system is available on the
web server, the user can choose to update it or continue to use the current version.
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Windows App Clients require low latency and low network bandwidth and are
appropriate for Branch Office and Home Office connectivity. Internet use is
supported but requires substantial IT Security measures.
Closed mode is not available on Web and Windows App Clients!

Regulations (such as, UL/ULC) restricts the use of current Web and Windows
App Clients.
Web Client (Browser Client)

This client option is deployed on the intranet with full trust and requires access to
local machines. The system runs in Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 (using https as
communication protocol) and is downloaded on demand each time the user
launches the client as a web application. When working in a browser, the user can
have the same functionality available as those working on an Installed Client or it
can be restricted to have a different access when connected remotely. Web Clients
do not support Closed mode.
Web Clients require low latency and high network bandwidth and are appropriate
for intranet connectivity. Internet use is supported but operators have to accept a
degradation of performance and require substantial IT Security measures.
Installed Client
The Installed Client is designed for mission-critical applications, such as fire safety
monitoring or critical process control, where users are focused entirely on
monitoring and managing building systems. In this configuration, UI components
used for Event Management are locked in place and cannot be moved or covered
by other applications; this ensures that critical events are never missed or hidden.
Additionally, they can be monitored from the outside by the computer monitoring
hardware (Comark cards).
Installed Clients can optionally be configured to run in Closed mode where only
Desigo CC and other specifically identified applications can run. In Closed mode,
the workstation is dedicated to running Desigo CC, with access to the Start menu
or other operating system and customer applications available only to
administrative users.
Flex Client
Flex Client is the new generation of client released with V4.0 based on HTML5
technology. It allows end-users to manage the system independently of what web
browser application is used, opening the door to use clients in other operating
systems different to Windows and other devices. The UI has been redesigned and
optimized with the latest UX standards allowing the system to be used also for
touch operation.
1.2.2 Typical System Deployments

The key components of Desigo CC can be deployed in different configurations to
optimally satisfy the requirements of the customer project. Examples of
deployments are provided below.
1.2.2.1 All-In-One (One Seat) System

This is the configuration choice in all cases where only one client is required, and
system size is limited. Management System Server, database service and one
installed client are deployed on the same hardware platform, which can be physical
or virtual. The field networks are connected directly to the Management System
Server.
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1.2.2.2 Client/Server inside the Customer Network

This is the configuration choice for the cases where multiple Installed Clients,
connected via a dedicated or shared local area network (LAN) are required. Web
connectivity is not required. Communication between the key components can be
secured through standard IT security mechanisms like certificates.
Figure 1: The Management System Server, database service and the first installed client are deployed
on the same hardware platform, which can be physical or virtual. If Web, Windows App or Flex Clients
are required, the Web Server can also be installed on the same platform.
Field networks are connected directly to the Management System Server.

FEP can be used to better balance the communication load or to better adapt to
the distribution of the field systems. A typical case for FEP usage would be a
system with multiple remote sites and one central control location.
Installed and Windows App Clients are connected to the server via the system
LAN.
The size of the field system and the number of clients that can be supported by this
configuration depend on the server hardware configuration.
➜ Please refer to Part B: System Dimensioning on p.38.
1.2.2.3 Client/Server with Internet Access

This is the configuration choice for the cases in which multiple Installed Clients,
connected via a dedicated or shared LAN are required, but web connectivity is also
required to allow remote access via a Desigo CC Web or Flex Client or provide
remote connectivity to an external application via Web Services.
The Management System Server, history database service, Web Server and the
first Installed Client are deployed on the same hardware platform, which can be
physical or virtual.
Field networks are connected directly to the Management System Server.
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FEP can be used to better balance the communication load or to better adapt to
the distribution of the field systems. A typical case for FEP usage would be a
system with multiple remote sites and one central control location.
Installed and Windows App Clients are connected via the system LAN to the
server.
➜ Please refer to Part B: System Dimensioning on p.38.
For systems with Internet access additional support for networks and IT security is
available:
● Support of Windows domains and Active Directory
● Support of network policies
● Firewall/DMZ support
For systems with key components on the Internet, additional network and IT
security measures need to be implemented to run Desigo CC:
● Only Web, Windows App and Flex Clients are hosted outside the customer
network.
● Communication between all key components must be secured by standard IT
security mechanisms, such as virtual private network (VPN) and/or certificates.
● Communication to components in the Internet must be secured by customer- or
trust center- provided certificates and separated from the customer network by
professional hardware firewalls/DMZ.
● Only logon to Desigo CC on the Internet with users of the customer’s Active
Directory.
● Field systems must be separated from Internet access.
1.2.2.4 Large, Distributed client/Server with Internet Access

This is the configuration choice for cases where system size or specific customer
indications require the deployment of key Desigo CC components on different
hardware platforms which can be physical or virtual.
Communication between the key components is required to be secured by
standard IT security mechanisms, such as certificates. Communication to
components on the Internet must be secured by customer or trust center provided
certificates and protected by professional hardware firewalls/DMZ.
Field networks are connected to the Management System Server, and when
appropriate FEP can be used.
➜ Please refer to Part B: System Dimensioning [➙ 31].
For systems with Internet access additional support for networks and IT security is
available:
● Support of Windows domains and Active Directory
● Support of network policies
● Firewall/DMZ support
For systems with key components on the Internet, additional network and IT
security measures need to be implemented to run Desigo CC properly:
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● Only Web, Windows App and Flex Clients are hosted outside the customer
network.
● Communication between all key components is required to be secured by
standard IT security mechanisms such as VPN and/or certificates.
● Communication to components on the Internet must be secured by customer or
trust center provided certificates and separated from the customer network by
professional hardware firewalls/DMZ.
● Only logon to Desigo CC on the Internet with users on the customer’s Active
Directory.
● Field systems must be separated from Internet access.
1.2.2.5 Distributed System Configurations

The distributed system configuration allows interconnecting several systems that
run independently, either on one or several physical machines. The interconnection
of the projects allows transparent engineering and operation through them seeing
them as one only system. The distributed system configurations extend even
further the support of very large systems, increase robustness eliminating single
point of failures and allow geographical or discipline segregation.
Three types of distributed deployments are supported:
● Fully meshed: Each system is logically connected to all others. Clients can see
all objects in all systems. Systems can be run on separate servers that can be
geographically distributed. Virtual servers are also supported
● Segmented: A fully meshed configuration where all systems run on the same
server. Allows to build larger systems on one single server
● Hierarchical: Distributed local systems, also called supervised systems, are
logically connected to one head system or supervisor. Clients connected to the
supervisor can see all objects; clients connected to supervised systems can
only see the local objects. For campus or inherently hierarchical applications
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1.2.3 Virtualization
Virtualization has become a widely preferred and suggested environment for IT
infrastructure by IT administrators:
● Server (Hardware) virtualization is a proven software technology that makes it
possible to run multiple operating systems on the same server at the same
time, sharing the available hardware resources. It simulates the available
hardware and deludes every operating system running on top of it to assume
that it is the unique holder of the resource. The details of the physical
environment are kept transparent from the operating system.
● Add-on options for hardware redundancy allow running the same virtual
machine on multiple physical servers. If a server fails for any reason, another
physical server running the same virtual machine can take its place. This
minimizes any interruption in service.
● Network virtualization create logical, virtual networks that are decoupled from
the underlying network hardware to ensure the network can better integrate
with and support increasingly virtual environments.
● Further virtualization types are desktop, application and service virtualization.
Desigo CC supports several server virtualization environments and their
redundancy options including transparent network virtualization. Terminal server
applications are not supported.
The following key components can be virtualized:
● Desigo CC Server
● Desigo CC Client
● Video Management Service
● Microsoft SQL Server
● Microsoft IIS Server
● Desigo CC FEP
For a list of the supported virtualization environments (including fault-tolerant
options) please refer to section 3.1.2 [➙ 41]
UL/ULC Deployments
Supported virtualization software in UL/ULC deployments is limited to VMWare
VSphere
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2 Part B: System Dimensioning

This chapter provides information about limits, restrictions and tools that will help to
dimension projects with Desigo CC.
Desigo CC is a memory-based management platform. Each physical or logical
entity in the system is represented by a system object allocated in memory.
Hardware requirements for Desigo CC Server depend primarily on the number of
system objects it shall manage (system size).
The current Desigo CC version supports up to 150,000 system objects per system
(project). However, up to 450,000 system objects could be reached with a single
server by using a distributed system configuration where several Desigo CC
systems are running at the same time (segmented configuration, see 1.2.2.5).
Another, although minor, factor that impacts on Desigo CC dimensioning is the
number and type of clients.
Finally, the required disk storage space needs to be considered. Disk storage
space is needed for historic data kept in the SQL server and for project data,
including attachments and documents.
2.1 Hardware Category Definitions

This section provides minimum hardware specifications to run Desigo CC given a
certain amount of system objects. The amount of system objects consumed by a
single system can be calculated by using the Desigo CC dimensioning tool
described in section.
The use of this tool is specially needed to calculate the correct amount of disk
space needed when the system is using Long Term Storage / archiving
functionality.
2.1.1 Minimum Requirements for Physical Machines

Hardware Type Client Small or Medium-Sized Large-Sized Server
Server / FEP
Category Name CL MS LS
Limit System Objects Not Applicable ≤50K >50K & ≤150K
Processor Core i5 or equivalent Core i7 or equivalent

>= 3.0 GHz >= 3.2GHz
2 cores 4 cores per running system
RAM 8GB 16GB 32GB
Hard disk 1 x 256GB SSD 1 x 1024GB SSD

The disk space required may vary depending on
project size and requirements related to the setup
of data storage and backup strategy. The given
figure for the minimum disk space is just an
average recommendation.
Network card Gigabit speed
Typically, customer installations are very vital over the whole lifecycle. We
recommend providing for reserves for the future and consider a higher hardware
category than originally designed.
We recommend to use the latest generation of processor available. The use of

more cores does not lead to better performance.
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2 Hardware Category Definitions
The recommendations provided here are based on tests executed on hardware

products available at the time of the release of the current version of Desigo CC.
Compatibility and performance using other software and hardware that might
become current at some future point cannot be guaranteed. In such cases, please
contact your local support for further information.
Standard hardware configurations defined above are available to Siemens RSS /
BP organizations. Please contact your local procurement manager for further
information.
With Video integration:

Minimum recommended machine for clients or servers is MS
A dedicated graphic card with 6GB RAM
For further information regarding hardware specifications, especially for
virtualization or recording scenarios, please refer to the specifications of the VMS
vendors.
Consequences
UL/ULC Compliance
For UL/ULC compliance, all computers in the system (Server, Clients and FEP)
must be UL864 listed (Comark computer). Refer to section 2.1.3 [➙ 31] for
UL/ULC computer information.
Carefully read section 2.4 [➙ 35] to learn about the specific hardware
requirements in case of distributed systems.
For system being part of a distributed topology, please carefully read Distributed
System Configurations [➙ 36].
Installation on an embedded PC is only supported for Desigo CC Compact

products as well as Desigo CC Connect. These are the minimum hardware
specifications:
Hardware Type Embedded PC

Category Name EP
Limit System Objects 10,000
Processor Celeron N2930 or equivalent
>= 1.83GHz
4 cores
RAM 8GB
Hard disk 1 x 64GB SSD
In case of installation of an embedded PC, SQL Server needs to be configured to

limit the amount of RAM taken from the system to 1GB RAM
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Internal tests to support these specifications have been performed on following

hardware: SIMATIC IPC227E with Windows 10 IoT LTSB 2016
2.1.2 Minimum Requirements for Virtual Machines

VM Type Client Medium-Sized Large-Sized Server
Server / FEP
Limit System Objects Not Applicable ≤50K >50K & ≤150K
Processor 2 vCPUs assigned to 4 vCPUs assigned to the VM

the VM / >= 3.2 GHz
>= 3.0 GHz
RAM 8GB 16GB 32GB
Hard disk 1 x 256GB SSD 1 x 1024GB SSD

The disk space required may vary depending on
project size and requirements related to the setup
of data storage and backup strategy. The given
figure for the minimum disk space is just an
average recommendation.
UL/ULC Compliance
For UL/ULC compliance, the use of virtual machines is limited to VMWare
VSphere and the all computers in the system (Server, Clients and FEP) must be
UL/ULC listed (Comark computers). Refer to section 2.1.3 [➙ 31] for UL/ULC
computer information.
Refer to the virtualization software specifications to indicate the hardware

requirements for the Virtual Machine hosts.
Ensure you have a read/write speed to storage of >=150 MBps
In case you cannot provide this processor speed or dedicated vCPUs are not
available during runtime due to overprovisioning, degraded performance can be
expected.
In case multiple virtualized clients share the same network resources, application
specific limitations might apply. Example: It is not possible to transport a large
amount of video streams over a single network connection.
For system being part of a distributed topology, please carefully read Distributed
System Configurations [➙ 36].
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2 System Dimensioning Tool
2.1.3 UL/ULC Listed Machines

The following table provides a mapping of the Desigo CC Hardware Categories to
the available UL/ULC listed computers. After determining the required hardware
category with the System Dimensioning Guide Calculator, the appropriate UL/ULC
listed computer model number(s) can be determined by locating the corresponding
Hardware Category in the table below.
The UL/ULC computers are sold as a Hardware/Software Server Packages or as
Hardware Only as defined below.
Refer to the Desigo CC V4.0 Delivery Release for detailed ordering information.
Model Numbers for UHW-CATA-PKG-SM UHW-CATB-PKG-SM N/A
Hardware / Software – OR –
Server Package UHW-CATB-PKG-LM
Model Numbers UHW-CATA-01 UHW-CATB-01 UHW-CATC-01

for – OR –
Hardware Only UHW-CATD-01
The Hardware Only computers can be used for Server, Client, or Front End
Processor (FEP) configurations as indicated in Section 2.1.1 [➙ 31] and 2.1.2
[➙ 31].
2.2 System Dimensioning Tool

Desigo CC covers a wide variety of deployments so that is impossible to set simple
rules for determining the system size. Therefore, a system dimensioning tool is
available that estimates system size and disk storage space based on the
information available at the time of the offer, for example, the number and type of
physical data points and the expected contents of the History Data Base.
When the required configuration and the number and type of clients have been
entered, the system dimensioning tool verifies the feasibility of the system,
calculates the number of system objects, suggests the appropriate hardware
category for the server, the required storage space for the project and the version
and the disk space required for the SQL server.
The above example refers to a system with 30,000 BACnet points and 12,000 Fire
detectors, with enough storage for 3 years of trends and activity logs online.
➜ To obtain the latest version of the System Dimensioning Guide Calculator,
please refer to the Siemens Intranet:
https://intranet.for.siemens.com/cms/041/en/business/products/Pages/desigocc.as
px
➜ Or the Siemens Extranet: http://www.siemens.com/bt/partner-extranet
(Click the “Download” button on the start page and then select “Tools and
software”).
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Management System Server
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2.3 Management System Server

Please ensure that the project in the Management System Server does not reach
any of the system restrictions listed in the following table. In case of a distributed
system please refer to section 2.4 [➙ 35]
Desigo CC
Topic System Limits
Maximum number of objects handled by the 150,000 (requires HW Category LS, restricted to 2
Management System Server languages)
Maximum number of Installed Clients 10
Maximum number of Windows App and Web 30

Clients
Maximum 40
number of Flex Clients
Maximum number of active Web service 10 (if IIS runs on Windows 7/10)
sessions 100 (if IIS runs on Windows Server 2012
R2/2016/2019)
Maximum number of FEPs 5
Maximum number of drivers per FEP 40
Maximum number of drivers per Server. See Local: 20 (in a Server)

note below Total: 100 (split between the local Server and a
minimum of 2 FEPs)
Maximum number of VMS Servers connected 1

Only one Video API instance can operate with a VMS
system. Multiple Desigo CC projects running video on
the same machine are not supported. Multiple Video
API instances in parallel are not allowed
Maximum number of archived energy 300 (which is typically <150 meters)

datapoints in Powermanager extension It does not affect the Modbus meter integrations
outside of Powermanager.
Maximum of tags exposed by the OPC Server 40,000
Maximum number of integrated OPC Servers 20

per OPC Client driver
Maximum name length of OPC tags integrated 100

via OPC Client driver
Max. number of SORIS objects per SORIS 10,000

driver
Minimum network throughput for Windows Minimum 512 kbps up/6 Mbps down (ADSL)
App or Web Clients using VPN Maximum Latency: 100 ms
Alarm load Desigo CC has been tested for the alarm loads
(rate of new alarms) defined below. Do not exceed:
Constant load of 1 alarm per second on average
10 alarms per second on average over a period of 20
minutes
50 alarms per second over a period of 20 seconds
(alarm burst)
(The test was measured with one alarm burst per
hour).
"Alarm per second” indicates the of a new
event/fault/alarm and includes the handling cycle until
it is closed later. If Operating Procedures (OPS) are
used during event handling, the maximum load is
reduced depending on the complexity of the OPS.
Maximum number of Activity logs per day 1,000,000
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Desigo CC
Maximum number of Event records per day 1,000,000
Maximum number of Trend records per day 4,200,000
Maximum number of reactions defined 800
Maximum number of reactions that can be 320

executed simultaneously
Graphics performance Following results represent the time till the

background and all symbols in the graphic page are
fully rendered and updated on the client. Results on
category CL machines with HQ library symbols are:
Floor Plan with Fire 500 detectors: approx. 7 seconds
Air Handling Unit Graphic with 52 BA symbols:
approx. 2 seconds.
These results are based on the experience obtained
in a controlled lab environment. Results might be
different depending on deployment type, subsystems
used and implementation of graphics engineering.
Each driver adds approximately 25 seconds to the overall startup time on a

system installed in a LS hardware category. For hardware category definitions
refer to section 2.1 [➙ 31]
2.4 Distributed System Configurations

Given all the variants that could exist in distributed system configurations, it is
impossible to test and give precise limits for all the possible scenarios. Tests have
been performed for some given scenarios run with a constant load of 5 alarms per
second. Based on them, conclusions and comments are presented here below:
Hierarchical
Number of supervised systems 30
Total amount of system objects 1,500,000
Per supervisor system Per supervised system
Maximum number of remote 2 10

installed clients
Maximum number of remote 20 30

windows app and web clients
Maximum number of Flex clients 40 40
In hierarchical configurations, the supervisor server should not contain any kind of
integration (either local, or via FEP). This statement becomes more important the
bigger the amount of system objects in the supervisor is. The limits indicated in the
table above have been tested with no subsystems or FEPs connected to the
supervisor.
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Fully meshed
Number of systems 7
Total amount of system objects 1,000,000
Maximum number of remote 2

installed clients per system
Maximum number of remote 20

windows app and web clients per
system
Maximum number of remote Flex 40

clients per system
Network requirements for distribution

Network bandwidth ≥1Gbps
Network latency between servers ≤10ms
If the number of servers in a distributed system configuration is bigger than 5, the

use of SQL Server Standard edition is recommended.
Note that the minimum hardware requirements defined in section 2.1 [➙ 31] still
apply with the following remarks:
● For supervising servers (hierarchical topology) or any server in a meshed
topology, 64 GB RAM are required.
● In virtual environments with lower clock frequencies in the processor, lower
performances can be expected, and overall system size limits are reduced
Hybrid topologies
Hybrid topologies have not been considered in the System Description and have
not been tested. However, feasibility and design of such topologies can be
consulted through Customer Support.
Segmented topologies
In segmented topologies, up to 3 systems can be connected in fully meshed
configuration within the same server machine. In this case the amount of RAM
(64GB) and physical cores (4) typically required for machines hosting one only
system, need to be multiplied by the number of systems. Example: A server with
3 systems in segmented topology would require 192GB RAM and 12 physical
cores.
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2 Recommendations for FEPs
2.5 Recommendations for FEPs

If system configuration requires distribution of field network connectivity, the
recommended hardware and software configuration for FEP is described below.
Front End Processor (FEP)

Description Enhancement of connectivity capacity with
distributed field network drivers
Recommended hardware category MS
Recommended software environment Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise, 64-bit
Network requirements Local network

Single subnet
100 Mbps upload/download
Latency less than 10 ms
Recommendation Max 40 drivers per FEP. Total per system: 100

(see 3.1.1 [➙ 41])
Max 5 FEP
2.6 Recommendations for Remote Clients

If system configuration requires remote client connectivity, the recommended
hardware and software configuration for the different types of clients is described
below:
2.6.1 Installed Clients

Installed Client
Description Statically installed, highest performance in local
network.
Recommended hardware category CL
Recommended software environment Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise
Network requirements Local network:

Preferred for: Control Rooms and regular engineering
and commissioning, including data import.
Mostly single subnet
Corporate networks across site to site connectivity:

Different subnets (often secured with firewalls/DMZ):
Minimum 10 Mbps up/down
Remote connection via VPN :

Recommended only for casual remote operation and
casual remote engineering (no data import)
Multiple subnets
Minimum 10 Mbps upload/download
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2.6.2 Windows App Clients

Windows App Client
Description Client software can be statically or temporarily
downloaded via Desigo CC Web Server.
Recommended software environment Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise

Multiple subnets
Corporate networks across sites, using SHDSL site-

to-site connectivity:
Remote connection via VPN, using ADSL

Recommended for casual remote operation and
casual remote engineering (no data import)
Multiple subnets
Minimum 512 Kbps upload/6 Mbps download
2.6.3 Web Clients

Web Clients
Description Client running in a browser shell
Minimum hardware category CL
Recommended Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise

software environment Microsoft Internet Explorer 11

Multiple subnets
100 Mbps up/down
Corporate networks across sites, using SHDSL site-to-

site connectivity:
Remote connection via VPN, using ADSL

Wide area network
Multiple subnets
Minimum 512 kbps up/6 Mbps down (ADSL)
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2 Monitors
2.6.4 Flex Clients

Flex Clients
Description Client running in a Web browser, based on HTML5
technology. It supports operator workflows for event
management, system management, graphics, and
commanding.
Recommended Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise

software environment Chrome

Multiple subnets
100 Mbps up/down
Corporate networks across sites, using SHDSL site-

to-site connectivity:
Remote connection through VPN, using ADSL

Wide area network
Multiple subnets
Minimum 512 kbps up/6 Mbps down (ADSL)
2.7 Monitors
Monitor Resolution
For graphical user interface operation on Installed, Windows App, Web and Flex
Clients, a minimum resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels is required but full HD
(1920x1080) is recommended.
Multiple-Monitor Management
Desigo CC Installed or Windows App Client can make use of multiple monitors,
when available, and any system window, such as System Manager, Investigative
Treatment, or Help, can be moved from the default monitor to a second monitor.
The Summary bar remains on the primary monitor and cannot be moved.
The current system window settings in the multiple monitors are not retained
when closing the client session
2.8 Tablets
Tablets for Flex Client operation require a minimum size of 9.7 inches. iPad Pro or
Microsoft Surface Pro are recommended.
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Part C: System Compatibility
IT Environment Compatibility
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3 Part C: System Compatibility
3.1 IT Environment Compatibility

This section identifies Desigo CC software compatibility with external software
relating to its operation.
3.1.1 Operating Systems

The Desigo CC Server, FEP, and Installed Clients run on the following Microsoft
operating systems and editions:
● Microsoft® Windows 7 64-bit (Professional and Enterprise)
● Microsoft® Windows Server 2012 R2 64-bit
● Microsoft® Windows Server 2016 64-bit
● Microsoft® Windows Server 2019 64-bit
Desigo CC is compatible with .NET Framework version 4.7.2 or higher.
Web Clients and Windows App Clients run on the following Microsoft operating
systems and editions:
Web Clients are compatible only with Microsoft Internet Explorer 11.
Flex Clients run on the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox and Safari and have
been tested on Microsoft Windows, MacOS, iOS and Android operating systems.
In case of using Firefox web browser, hardware acceleration must be disabled for a
proper visualization of graphics.
Windows 7 support
Microsoft has announced officially to end supporting Windows 7. Therefore,
Desigo CC on Windows 7 will not be longer supported after that date. We
recommend using Windows 10 or any of the other compatible operating systems
instead.
Unsupported Microsoft Windows OS:

32-bit operating systems
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Local Language Operating System Support

Desigo CC Server and Microsoft SQL Server are supported and tested using the
English edition of the recommended Microsoft operating systems. For support of
Multilingual User Interface (MUI) packages, Windows Ultimate or Windows Server
edition operating systems must be installed.
For use of native versions of Windows, please contact the local distributor for
compatibility of specific versions (for example: the native German or French
professional editions).
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3 IT Environment Compatibility
3.1.2 Virtualization
Desigo CC is compatible with the following virtualization software packages:
● VMware®:
– Virtualization platform: VSphere 6.0, 6.5 and 6.7
– High Availability and Fault-tolerant software: Hypervisor OS: VMWare ESXi
6.0, VMWare ESXi 6.5 and VMWare ESXi 6.7
– Management Software: VCenter Server Appliance v6.0, v6.5 and v6.7
– Storage: Local disks, VMFS or vSAN v6.7 U3
● Stratus®:
– Virtualization platform: KVM for Linux CentOS v7.0
– High Availability and Fault-tolerant software: EverRun Enterprise 7.5.1
NOTE: LMU v2.2.737 or later is required. Manual workaround is needed on
EverRun environment. Refer to the SIOS entry 109771472.
– Storage: Local disks
● Microsoft:
– Virtualization platform: Microsoft Hyper-V 2012, 2016 and 2019
– High Availability software: Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2012, 2016, and 2019
(Replica configuration is only supported with dongle-based licenses)
– Storage: Local disks, Block Storage (iSCSI, Fiber Channel) or Storage
Space Direct on server 2019
UL/ULC Deployments
Supported virtualization software is limited to VMWare VSphere for UL/ULC
deployments.
VMWare
To verify compatibility between different versions of vSphere components, refer to
VMware the documentation.
3.1.3 Microsoft SQL Server

Microsoft SQL Server 2014 R2 Express is free and included in the product DVD.
Additional supported SQL version and editions are:
● Microsoft® SQL Server 2012 (Express, Standard and Enterprise)
3.1.4 Microsoft Office

Desigo CC uses Excel formats (xls, csv) for various purposes in the system, for
example, to import data point configuration, export values from Trends and Reports
application, export OPC Server configuration, display Office documents in
Document Viewer or as Link in Related Item, etc. The following versions and
editions are supported:
● Microsoft® Office 365 (Standard, Small Business, Professional, Enterprise)
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3.1.5 Virus Scanners

Desigo CC Server, FEP, and Installed Clients are compatible with the following
virus scanners:
● Kaspersky (© 1997-2017 Kaspersky Lab)
● Avira (© 2017 Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG.)
● McAfee (© Copyright 2017 McAfee, LLC)
● Bitdefender (Copyright © 1997-2017 Bitdefender)
● TrendMicro Office Scan (Copyright 1998-2017 TrendMicro Inc.)
● AVG (Copyright © 2017 Avast Software)
3.1.6 Firewalls
Desigo CC Server, FEP, and Installed Clients are compatible with the following
firewalls:
● Norton™ Security (©1995-2015 Symantec Corporation)
● Comodo Firewall (© 2015. Comodo Group, Inc.)
● Kaspersky TOTAL Security (© 1997-2017Kaspersky Lab)
● Bitdefender® Total Security (Copyright © 1997-2017 Bitdefender)
● McAfee End Point Security (© 2017 McAfee, Inc.)
● ZoneAlarm (ZoneAlarm® 2015 Extreme Security)
● Dell SonicWALL security (© 2015 SonicWALL L.L.C.)
● Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (©2015 Check Point Software
Technologies Ltd.)
● Cisco PIX Firewall Software
3.1.7 PDF Readers

Desigo CC uses PDF documents for various purposes in the system. For example,
to create PDFs from Trends and Reports or display PDF documents in Document
Viewer or as Link in Related Items, etc. The following readers are supported:
● PDF-XChange Viewer
● Adobe Reader (Copyright © 2017 Adobe Systems Incorporated)
● Foxit Reader (© 2015 Foxit Software Incorporated)
● CoolPDF (© Copyright 2000-2015 CoolPDF Software, Inc.
3.1.8 AutoCAD Files

Desigo CC imports AutoCAD files, to be used as floor plans or background
drawings in Graphics. The AutoCAD import formats up to version 2019 are
supported:
● DWG
● DXF
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3 Supported Subsystems and Standard Field Network Protocols Compatibility
3.2 Supported Subsystems and Standard Field

Network Protocols Compatibility
Desigo CC is compatible with the following subsystems and protocols:
3.2.1 Building Automation

● APOGEE BACnet PXC, MBC, MEC controllers (firmware 3.2.4- 3.5)
● APOGEE BACnet FLN DXR, PTEC, PXC UEC, PPM
● APOGEE P2 PXC, MBC, MEC controllers P2 Ethernet (firmware 2.8.10-2.8.18)
and RS-485 via AEM (firmware 2.8)
● APOGEE P1 FLN TEC, Point Expansion Modules, PXC Compact on P1, P1
BIM, DEM, P1 Drivers, and P1 VFDs
● Talon BACnet TC controllers (firmware 3.2.4-3.5)
● Talon BACnet FLN DXR, PTEC, PXC, UEC, PPM
● Desigo V5.1 Service Pack, V6.0, V6.1 and V6.2
● Desigo PX controllers (firmware ≥ V2.37.070-SP), Desigo Room Automation
(firmware ≥ V5.1) 1)
● SIMATIC S7-300 /400 /1200/1500
● SICLIMAT X engineered S7-300 /400
● Climatix 600 range AHU HQ and district heating HQ: POL63… and POL68...
(firmware versions as documented in online Help)
● Enlighted Energy Manager (firmware ≥ v3.9)
● OZW Web Server OZW672/OZW772 (firmware ≥ v6.0)
Third-party building automation integrations:
● Meteoblue Weather Forecast (API version 3.3)
Room Booking:
Third-party room booking systems integrations:
● Oracle Hospitality Opera 5 PMS v5.0.03.03 E43, v5.0.04.01 E24, v5.0.04.02
E17, v5.0.04.03 E10, v5.5.0 (via SORIS Adapter)
● Oracle Hospitality Fidelio Suite 8 v8.9.6.10 (via SORIS Adapter)
● Oracle Hospitality Fidelio Opera Cloud v1.20 (via SORIS Adapter)
● Eveo URVE Meeting Room booking v.1208 09 (via SORIS Adapter)
3.2.2 Energy and Power

● Riello single-phase UPS (via SNMP)
Native premade Object Models with graphics and dashboards for the following
meters and circuit breakers (Modbus):
● Siemens Sentron Circuit Breakers: 3VA, 3VL, 3WL
● Siemens Sentron Measuring Devices: PAC1200, PAC1500, PAC1600,
PAC2200, PAC3100, PAC3200, PAC3200T, PAC4200, PAC5100, PAC5200
Native premade Object Models with graphics for the following meters (Modbus):
● Siemens Sicam Power Meters: P850, P855
● Siemens Sicam Q100 Power Quality Recorder
● Siemens 9410 Power Quality Recorder
● MD-BMED Modbus TCP Power Meter
3.2.3 Fire Safety

● Algorex EP7
● Algorex/Synova in a C-bus and Cerloop network (via NK823x)
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● Desigo Fire Safety (MP1.x, MP2.0, MP2.1, MP2.2)

● Desigo Fire Safety Modular (MP1.0, MP1.1)
● FireFinder XLS (MP8, MP10, MP11, MP12)
● Sinteso FS20 DE/EN (MP5.2, MP6.0 and MP7.0)
● MXL (MMB-3 with FW 35.06J)
● Cerberus PRO GB (FS20-CN MP2.0: FC726, FC726-GQ)
● STT20 Centralisateur de Mise en Sécurité Incendie
● STT11/STT20 in a Cerloop network (via NK823x)
● Fibrolaser III OTS3 series controllers (direct via Modbus or via S4S OPC
Server converter)
● DF8000 I/O System (via NK823x)
Third-party fire systems integrations:
● Honeywell Notifier ID3000 / ID3002 / ID50 / ID60 (via Modbus Intesis box
converter v42.0.8)
● Honeywell Notifier NFS – ONYX Series (via Notifier Modbus Gateway)
● Aguilera AE/SA-C2, AE/SA-C8, AE/SA-C23H and AE/SA-C83H (via AE/SA-
GAT interface version AGE48 2.0)
● Advantronic AD300 (via Modbus)
● Sensitron Multiscan ++ (v1.6.11 via Modbus)
● Sensitron Galileo (v2.21 via Modbus)
● Securiton SecuriFire 500/1000/2000/3000 (via Modbus, interface v1.1)
3.2.4 Security
Video:
● Siveillance VMS50
● Siveillance VMS200 Embedded
● Milestone XProtect Essential+
● Milestone XProtect Express+
● Milestone XProtect Professional+
● Milestone XProtect Expert
● Milestone XProtect Corporate
● Supported main versions (Long term support): 2017 R2 (11.2)
● Latest supported version: 2019 R2
Third-party video systems integrations:
● Hanwha Samsung SSM v2.10.3
For more details on supported systems please refer to the Desigo CC Compatibility
Matrix for DMS products
Access control:
● SiPass Integrated 2.76 (including for Aperio and SALTO devices)
● SiPass Integrated 2.75
● SiPass integrated 2.76 SP1 and SP2
● SiPass integrated 2.65 is no longer supported in Desigo CC
Third-party access systems integrations:
● Selesta VAM Access Control System (via Selesta VAM OPC server v2.09)
● IEE Occupancy Tool Web API v.21 (via SORIS Adapter)
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3 Supported Subsystems and Standard Field Network Protocols Compatibility
For more details on supported systems, please refer to the Desigo CC

Intrusion:
● SPC 3.4, 3.6.5, 3.6.6 (via EDP or FlexC protocol)
● SPC 3.7.1, 3.8.5 (via FlexC protocol)
● Sintony F8-04, F8-05, F8-07, F9-22, G1 via NK823x
Third-party intrusion systems integrations:
● CEI-ABI compatible intrusion panels
For more details on supported systems, please refer to the Desigo CC
3.2.5 Building Infrastructure

Intercom:
Third-party intercom systems integrations:
● TOA SOS Intercom Systems NS8000 (via S4S OPC server converter v1.0.0.3)
● Zenitel AlphaCom Intercom System (via Zenitel OPC server v4.0)
Network:
● SCALANCE XB-205-3 managed layer 2 switches (via SNMP)
● SCALANCE XC-208 managed layer 2 switches (via SNMP)
● SCALANCE XM-408 managed layer 3 switches (via SNMP)
● SCALANCE S615 SC600 series firewalls (via SNMP)
3.2.6 Standard Protocols

● BACnet: Building Automation Control network, Revision 1.15
● OPC Client: OLE for Process Control OPC DA 2.05, 3.0
● ONVIF: Standard for IP video camera systems by Siveillance VMS
● Modbus TCP: Modbus IP communication protocol
● SNMP: SNMP Agents monitoring (V1 and V2)
● IEC 61850: protocol for electrical substations and devices
● KNX: S-mode KNX IP integration via KNX IP Router or IP Interface
● M-Bus: M-Bus over IP though M-BUS Ethernet GW for heat, water and
electrical meters.
Notification Protocols and Devices

● Email: POP3/IMAP/SMTP with SSL/TSL
● Pager: ESPA 4.4.4; Ascom
● Mobile: SMS
● 3G GSM Modem:
– EHS6T USB modem from Gemalto
– HT63E, HT910E and HT910G modems from Telic
● 2G GSM Modem:
– Siemens TC35i
– Siemens MC35i
– Cinterion MC52iT
– BGS5T, BGS2T and CT63 E modems from Gemalto
– GT864E modem from Telic
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Supported Languages
3
3.3 Supported Languages

Desigo CC software is delivered in English and can be extended with three
additional languages. Following software language packages are available:
● Arabic ● Italian
● Chinese (simplified) ● Korean
● Chinese (traditional) ● Norwegian
● Czech ● Polish
● Danish ● Portuguese
● Dutch ● Romanian
● English ● Russian
● Finnish ● Slovak
● French ● Slovenian
● German ● Spanish
● Hebrew ● Swedish
● Hungarian ● Turkish
● Japanese
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Appendix
4 Supported Features and Limits per Product
4 Appendix
4.1 Supported Features and Limits per Product
4.1.1 Supported Features and Limits per Product
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Appendix
Supported Features and Limits per Product
4
Legend Desigo CC Desigo CC Desigo CC / Desigo CC Desigo CC Desigo CC

✓ Supported by Compact Compact Cerberus DMS Compact Compact / Cerberus
the product Building Building Compact Electrical Validated DMS
Automation Automation Danger Monitoring
- Not supported
by the product MA Region Management
(not including
AU & NZ)
Features
Event ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Management
Journaling ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Graphic Viewer ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Graphic Editor ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Advanced CAD - - ✓ - - ✓
Importer
Fire Brigade - - ✓ - - ✓
Maps
Scheduler ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Macros ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Time based ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
reactions
Event or COV - - - ✓ - ✓
based reactions
Operator Tasks ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Scripting engine - - - - - ✓
Trend Viewer ✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓
Long-Term ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Storage
History data - - - - - ✓
segregation on
different
storages
Remote ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Notification
(Email, Pager,
SMS)
Reports ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Log Viewer ✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓
Assisted - - ✓ - ✓ ✓
Treatment
Advanced - - - ✓ ✓ ✓
Reporting
Distributed - - - - ✓ ✓
Systems
Validated - - - - Max. 2000 ✓
objects
Managed - - - ✓ - ✓
meters / Power
Manager
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4 Supported Features and Limits per Product
Ecosystem ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
extensions
Embedded VMS - - ✓ - - ✓
Deployment on ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -
Embedded PC
Multiple clients Max. 3 Max. 5 Max. 3 Max. 3 Max. 3 ✓
Connectivity
Mobile App Max. 5 Max. 5 Max. 5 Max. 5 Max. 5 ✓
and/or Web
Service
sessions
OPC DA Server - - - - - ✓
BACnet ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
OPC DA Client ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Modbus ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
SNMP ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
S7 Max. 8 Max. 8 PLCs Max. 8 PLCs Max. 8 Max. 8 PLCs Max. 64
PLCs PLCs PLCs
KNX ✓ ✓ - ✓ - ✓
M-BUS ✓ ✓ - ✓ - ✓
IEC 61850 - - - - - ✓
Apogee P2 ✓ ✓ - ✓ ✓ ✓
Integration of Max. 2000 Max. 5000 Max. 500 DP Max. 500 Max. 300 DP ✓
Building DP DP DP
Automation
Data Points
Integration of Max. 500 Max. 500 DP Max. 2000 DP Max. 500 Max. 100 DP ✓
Fire Detection DP DP
Data Points
Integration of - - Max. 500 DP - - ✓
Security Data
Points
Integration of Max. 500 Max. 1000 Max. 500 DP Max. 500 Max. 100 DP ✓
SCADA Data DP DP DP
Points
Integration of - - - ✓ - ✓
Electrical Data
Points
Integration of - - - Max. 30 - ✓
Meter Points DP
Integration of - - Max. 128 - Max. 16 ✓
Access Control
door Data
Points
Integration of - - Max. 128 - - ✓
Video cameras
Connection to - - ✓ - - ✓
an external
VMS
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Issued by © Siemens Switzerland Ltd, 2019
Siemens Switzerland Ltd Technical specifications and availability subject to change without notice.
Smart Infrastructure
Global Headquarters
Theilerstrasse 1a
CH-6300 Zug
+41 58 724 2424
www.siemens.com/buildingtechnologies
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1 Part A: System Overview

What’s new with V4.1?

1.1 Features and Benefits: What the System Does

1.1.1.1 Management Station for Building Automation

Flexible Room Management

Support for Validated Environments

Energy and Power Management

Management Station for Danger Management

1.1.1.2 Management Station for the electrical market

1.1.1.3 Management Station for multiple disciplines

Easy to learn and user-friendly

Optimal for maximizing operational and engineering efficiency

● Automatic import of CAD drawings and placement of symbols

Adaptable to meet the needs of any facility

Open, integrated system

Robust system platform

1.1.3 User Interface

1. Perform a selection in System Browser

Assisted Treatment with Operating Procedures

Simplified user interface for Building Automation

Simplified user interface for Danger Management

Flex Client User Interface

1.1.4 Main Features

Long Term Storage and archiving

1.1.5 Online Engineering

1.1.6 Library Concept

1.1.7 Multilanguage Support

1.1.9 Open Platform

1.1.9.1 Standard Protocols

1.1.9.2 Subsystem integration with SORIS

1.1.9.3 Web Services with NORIS

1.1.9.4 OPC Server

1.1.10 Certifications and Approval

Connecting Desigo CC functionality to FC20xx does not jeopardize compliance

1.2 System Architecture - How the System is

1.2.1 System Components

1.2.1.1 Management System Server

1.2.1.2 Web Server

1.2.1.3 Front End Processor (FEP)

1.2.1.4 Database Infrastructure

Long Term Storage and Archiving

1.2.1.5 Video Service

Only one Video Service is allowed in a distributed system configuration.

1.2.1.6 Client Options

Windows App Client

Closed mode is not available on Web and Windows App Clients!

Web Client (Browser Client)

1.2.2 Typical System Deployments

1.2.2.1 All-In-One (One Seat) System

1.2.2.2 Client/Server inside the Customer Network

Field networks are connected directly to the Management System Server.

1.2.2.3 Client/Server with Internet Access

1.2.2.4 Large, Distributed client/Server with Internet Access

1.2.2.5 Distributed System Configurations