Page 2 - Legal information; Qualified Personnel
Legal information Legal information Warning notice system This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert symbol, notices ...
Page 3 - Table of contents
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 3 Table of contents 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ 7 1.1 Preface .............................................
Page 7 - Introduction; Preface; describe the delivery status as of May 2009.
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 7 Introduction 1 1.1 Preface Objective of this documentation These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and operation of the SIMATIC IPC427C. It is intended both for programming and testing perso...
Page 8 - Guideline to the Operating Instructions
Introduction 1.2 Guideline to the Operating Instructions SIMATIC IPC427C 8 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 1.2 Guideline to the Operating Instructions Contents format Table of Contents Contents Organization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters Introduction ...
Page 9 - Safety Instructions; General safety instructions; Repairs
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 9 Safety Instructions 2 2.1 General safety instructions CAUTION Please observe the safety instructions on the back of the cover sheet of this documentation. You should not expand your device unless you have read the relevant safety inst...
Page 11 - Description; Overview; Compact design
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 11 Description 3 3.1 Overview The SIMATIC IPC427C provides high-level industrial performance. ● Compact design ● Maintenance-free operation ● High degree of ruggedness Figure 3-1 SIMATIC IPC427C
Page 12 - Applications
Description 3.2 Applications SIMATIC IPC427C 12 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 3.2 Applications The device provides industrial PC systems for high-performance and space-saving applications in particular in the field of machine, systems and switchgear cabinet engineering: ● Measuring...
Page 13 - Features
Description 3.3 Features SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 13 3.3 Features Basic data Installation / mounting • Installation on a DIN rail • Wall mounting • Vertical mountin • Hanging assembly Processor • Intel Celeron M 1.2 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 1 MB SLC or • Intel Pentium...
Page 15 - Windows Embedded Standard 2009
Description 3.4 Windows Embedded Standard 2009 SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 15 3.4 Windows Embedded Standard 2009 The supplied Windows Embedded Standard has the product version 2009. The overview shows the basic device functions under Windows Embedded Standard 2009...
Page 17 - Design; External Design
Description 3.5 Design SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 17 3.5 Design 3.5.1 External Design Device components Pos Description ① Cover plate for Compact Flash module ② Connection elements ③ Status displays
Page 18 - Connection components; Ports and power supply
Description 3.5 Design SIMATIC IPC427C 18 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 3.5.2 Connection components Ports and power supply Location of connection elements (version with PROFIBUS or CAN) Pos Name Description ① 24 VDC Connection for a 24 V DC power supply ② DVI/VGA DVI/VGA connection...
Page 19 - Operator controls; CAUTION
Description 3.5 Design SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 19 3.5.3 Operator controls On/Off switch CAUTION The On/Off switch does not disconnect the device from the supply voltage. Position of on/off switch Pos Description ① The on/off switch turns off the output voltage...
Page 20 - Status displays
Description 3.5 Design SIMATIC IPC427C 20 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 3.5.4 Status displays Status displays LED Meaning LED Description PWR Power supply OFF GREEN Standby mode Supply voltage available WD Watchdog status display OFF GREEN RED Watchdog disabled Watchdog enabled, mo...
Page 21 - Application planning; Transport
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 21 Application planning 4 4.1 Transport Despite the device's rugged design, its internal components are sensitive to severe vibrations or shock. You must therefore protect the device from severe mechanical stress when transporting it. Y...
Page 22 - Unpacking and checking the delivery unit; Unpacking the device; transport the unit again.; Noting the device identification data
Application planning 4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit SIMATIC IPC427C 22 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit Unpacking the device Note the following when unpacking the unit: ● It is advisable not to dispose of the original packing ...
Page 23 - Ethernet 2 Address.
Application planning 4.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 23 ● Ethernet address: The Ethernet address of the device is available in your BIOS Setup (F2 function key) under Main > Hardware Options > Ethernet 1 Address or Et...
Page 24 - Ambient and Environmental Conditions
Application planning 4.3 Ambient and Environmental Conditions SIMATIC IPC427C 24 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 4.3 Ambient and Environmental Conditions When you plan your project, you should make allowances for: ● The climatic and mechanical environmental conditions specified in th...
Page 25 - Permitted mounting positions; NOTICE
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 25 Installing/mounting 5 5.1 Permitted mounting positions NOTICE The device is approved for operation in closed rooms only. Ensure that there is a minimum clearance to the other components or the walls of a housing: • Below at least 100...
Page 26 - Permitted mounting positions
Installing/mounting 5.1 Permitted mounting positions SIMATIC IPC427C 26 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 Suspended Operation with CompactFlash card and/or SSD drive and without expansion modules: 0 to +40°C Note: Mounting brackets are required if the device is suspended. Upright mount...
Page 27 - Mounting information; Mounting the device; Mounting methods
Installing/mounting 5.2 Mounting information SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 27 5.2 Mounting information Before you install the device, read the following mounting instructions. NOTICE Adhere to the SIMATIC assembly guidelines and the relevant DIN/VDE requirements or ...
Page 28 - Mounting on DIN rails; Mounting the device on DIN rails; mounted beneath the device.
Installing/mounting 5.4 Mounting on DIN rails SIMATIC IPC427C 28 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 5.4 Mounting on DIN rails Mounting the device on DIN rails Note Use of Siemens 35 mm standard mounting rail is recommended. Steps for mounting on DIN rails 1. Set the device inclined on t...
Page 29 - Removing the device from the DIN rail; Push down the device until the clamps release it.
Installing/mounting 5.4 Mounting on DIN rails SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 29 NOTICE The rails are secured to a wall or cabinet similar to mounting with mounting brackets. Ensure that the wall or ceiling can hold four times the total weight of the device (including...
Page 30 - Mounting with mounting brackets; Removing mounting clamps from the device; to be removed before mounting the mounting brackets.; Installing brackets on the device; device with four screws supplied.
Installing/mounting 5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets SIMATIC IPC427C 30 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets Removing mounting clamps from the device Two mounting clamps are factory installed on the device for DIN rail mounting. These need to be remo...
Page 31 - WARNING
Installing/mounting 5.5 Mounting with mounting brackets SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 31 Mounting/demounting the device The dimensions of the device with mounting brackets are listed under Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets (Page 99). Mounting e...
Page 32 - Upright mounting; saving installation.; Mounting the vertical mounting bracket onto the device; Note
Installing/mounting 5.6 Upright mounting SIMATIC IPC427C 32 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 5.6 Upright mounting With the available optional vertical mounting kit you have the possibility to implement a place saving installation. Mounting the vertical mounting bracket onto the device...
Page 33 - Connecting; Connecting peripheral equipment
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 33 Connecting 6 6.1 Connecting peripheral equipment NOTICE Connect only peripheral devices approved for industrial applications conforming to EN 61000-6-2 / IEC 61000-6-2. Note Hot-plug peripherals (USB) may be connected while the PC is...
Page 34 - Connecting the 24 V DC power supply; To be noted before you connect the device
Connecting 6.2 Connecting the 24 V DC power supply SIMATIC IPC427C 34 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 6.2 Connecting the 24 V DC power supply To be noted before you connect the device Note the following in order to operate the device safely and according to regulation: WARNING The de...
Page 35 - Protective ground connection; The conductor cross-section must not be less than 2.5 mm
Connecting 6.3 Protective ground connection SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 35 6.3 Protective ground connection The PE terminal (M4 thread) on the device (large surface, large-area contact) must be connected to the PE conductor on the cabinet or system in which the PC...
Page 37 - Commissioning; Note before commissioning; Factory state; CompactFlash card, SSD drive or the hard disk); Connections before commissioning
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 37 Commissioning 7 7.1 Note before commissioning Factory state The SIMATIC IPC427C is available in the following versions: ● With the Windows Embedded Standard 2009 operating system (pre-installed on CompactFlash card, SSD drive or the ...
Page 38 - Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009; Basic commissioning - initial startup; Requirements; Press F2 go to Setup Utility or
Commissioning 7.2 Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009 SIMATIC IPC427C 38 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 7.2 Commissioning - Windows Embedded Standard 2009 7.2.1 Basic commissioning - initial startup Requirements ● The device is connected to the 24 VDC power supply. ● Equi...
Page 40 - Commissioning - Windows XP Professional; The device is connected to the 24 VDC power supply.; Configuring the operating system
Commissioning 7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional SIMATIC IPC427C 40 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional 7.3.1 Basic commissioning - initial startup Requirements ● The device is connected to the 24 VDC power supply. ● Equipotential bond...
Page 41 - disconnecting the power supply.; Standard; You can change the language in the Control Panel. Select:
Commissioning 7.3 Commissioning - Windows XP Professional SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 41 Switch off the device When you work with Windows XP Professional, always shut down the PC with the command Start > Shut Down. You can then switch off the device with the po...
Page 42 - Commissioning - other operating systems; Commissioning - guide; Compact Flash cards can be used as boot media.; Additional information; the respective operating system.
Commissioning 7.4 Commissioning - other operating systems SIMATIC IPC427C 42 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 7.4 Commissioning - other operating systems 7.4.1 Commissioning - guide The desired operating system can be installed on the hard disk, CompactFlash card or SSD drive. A varie...
Page 43 - Integration into an Automation System; Ethernet; for data exchange with automation devices such as SIMATIC S7.; CAN; CAN interface for connection to CAN field systems (on request).; Automation and Drive Technologies (
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 43 Integration into an Automation System 8 8.1 Overview Options of integration in existing or planned system environments/networks: Ethernet The integrated Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Mbps) can also be used for communication and for data...
Page 45 - Functions; Monitoring Functions; Monitoring of the battery level; SIMATIC PC DiagBase software
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 45 Functions 9 9.1 Monitoring Functions 9.1.1 Introduction Even in its basic version, the device comes with optional monitoring functions. When used in combination with the appropriate software, the following functions for displaying, m...
Page 46 - Temperature monitoring/display; Temperature monitoring; Acknowledgment of the error message by the monitoring software
Functions 9.1 Monitoring Functions SIMATIC IPC427C 46 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 9.1.2 Temperature monitoring/display Temperature monitoring The temperature is recorded by means of three thermocouples. The sensors monitor the processor temperature, the temperature near the RAM m...
Page 47 - of the Watchdog functions.; WD monitoring times
Functions 9.1 Monitoring Functions SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 47 9.1.3 Watchdog (WD) Function If the user program does not respond to the watchdog within the predetermined monitoring time, the watchdog monitors the program process and informs the user about vario...
Page 48 - Set EWF
Functions 9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) SIMATIC IPC427C 48 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) Purpose and function The EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) is a function that is only available with Windows Embedded operating systems. It provides write protection...
Page 49 - Then restart the system.
Functions 9.2 Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 49 Special features for the use of Enhanced Write Filters (EWF) ● In the event of a power failure, if the EWF is enabled changes made after the boot sequence on drive C: are lost. To prevent dat...
Page 50 - immediate writing without rebooting.; Configuring FBWF
Functions 9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF) SIMATIC IPC427C 50 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF) Purpose and function With the Feature Pack 2007 for Windows XP Embedded, Microsoft introduced a second write filter, File Based Write Filter (FBWF). In c...
Page 51 - For detailed instructions on FBWF go to (
Functions 9.3 File Based Write Filter (FBWF) SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 51 Function Command Display the current FBWF status fbwfmgr /displayconfig Enable FBWF after the next startup fbwfmgr /enable Write to protected files fbwfmgr /commit c: \Test.txt Adding/remo...
Page 52 - SRAM buffer memory
Functions 9.4 SRAM buffer memory SIMATIC IPC427C 52 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 9.4 SRAM buffer memory For applications to be able to store data following a power failure, the motherboard features a battery-buffered CMOS-RAM. If the supply voltage fails longer than 5 ms, this is ...
Page 53 - Battery monitoring; CMOS data and buffered SRAM is at least 1 month.
Functions 9.5 Battery monitoring SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 53 9.5 Battery monitoring The installed buffer battery has a service life of at least 5 years. The status can be checked with two-tier battery monitoring. The information can be read from an I/O register...
Page 54 - Operation without monitor and keyboard
Functions 9.6 Operation without monitor and keyboard SIMATIC IPC427C 54 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 9.6 Operation without monitor and keyboard The device can be operated without a monitor and keyboard. The device startup is guaranteed without these peripherals. A USB keyboard and...
Page 55 - Expansions and Configurations; Tools
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 55 Expansions and Configurations 10 10.1 Open the device (front panel) CAUTION Work on the open device may only be carried out by authorized and qualified personnel. Within the warranty time, you are only allowed to install expansions f...
Page 57 - Memory expansion; Installing the memory module; Memory expansion options; memory is available for the operating system and applications.; Preparation; Disconnect the device from the power supply.; Removing a memory module
Expansions and Configurations 10.2 Memory expansion SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 57 10.2 Memory expansion 10.2.1 Installing the memory module Memory expansion options The motherboard is equipped with one slot for an SO-DIMM DDR3 memory module. This lets you expand ...
Page 58 - Cache SRAM are displayed during device startup.
Expansions and Configurations 10.2 Memory expansion SIMATIC IPC427C 58 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 Installing a memory module How to install a memory module 1 Set the memory module in the mount tilting forward. 2 Carefully push the memory module back into the heat sink until it f...
Page 59 - Notes on the modules; Notes on module specifications
Expansions and Configurations 10.3 Installing PCI-104 / PC/104 Plus modules SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 59 10.3 Installing PCI-104 / PC/104 Plus modules 10.3.1 Notes on the modules Notes on module specifications The device is designed for use with modules conformi...
Page 61 - modules; The device can be equipped with a maximum of PCI-104 or PC/104-; module
Expansions and Configurations 10.3 Installing -104 / PC/104 Plus modules SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 61 Steps for mounting an expansion module 3 Secure the module with four screws or spacing bolts. 4 Mount the expansion frame ② and secure it with six spacing bolts...
Page 62 - Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards; Installation options for Compact Flash cards; used for this device.
Expansions and Configurations 10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards SIMATIC IPC427C 62 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards 10.4.1 Installation options for Compact Flash cards Memory expansion options The device features an accessible sl...
Page 63 - Installing/removing an accessible Compact Flash card; Opening the module receptacle
Expansions and Configurations 10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 63 10.4.2 Installing/removing an accessible Compact Flash card Preparation Disconnect the device from the power supply. CAUTION The electronic components on the ...
Page 66 - Installing/removing a built-in Compact Flash card; To install, carry out the above steps in reverse order.
Expansions and Configurations 10.4 Installing/Removing Compact Flash Cards SIMATIC IPC427C 66 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 10.4.3 Installing/removing a built-in Compact Flash card Steps for removing a built-in Compact Flash card 1 Remove the four screws of the cover plate and remo...
Page 67 - Maintenance and Service; Removing and Installing Hardware Components; Carrying out repairs; Only authorized personnel are permitted to repair the device.; Limitation of Liability; devices or components.
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 67 Maintenance and Service 11 11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components 11.1.1 Repairs Carrying out repairs Only authorized personnel are permitted to repair the device. WARNING Unauthorized opening and improper repairs on the de...
Page 68 - Torx T8 (cover and upper sheet metal cover); Preventive maintenance
Maintenance and Service 11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components SIMATIC IPC427C 68 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 Tools ● Torx T8 (cover and upper sheet metal cover) ● Torx T10 (hard disk mounting) ● Torx T20 (Protective earth terminal) ● Hexagon head 5mm (spacing bolts PC/...
Page 69 - Replacing hard disk or SSD drive; Removing drives
Maintenance and Service 11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 69 11.1.3 Replacing hard disk or SSD drive CAUTION Drives may only be replaced by authorized qualified personnel. Tools You will need size TORX T8 and T10 screwdri...
Page 70 - Installing a drive; Carry out the described tasks in the reverse order.
Maintenance and Service 11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components SIMATIC IPC427C 70 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 How to remove a drive 2 Remove the four screws holding the drive to the back of the enclosure. 3 Carefully remove the drive from the enclosure. 4 Take the drive...
Page 71 - Replace the backup battery
Maintenance and Service 11.1 Removing and Installing Hardware Components SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 71 11.1.4 Replace the backup battery To be noted before you replace the battery Note The service life of a backup battery is approximately 5 - 8 years, depending o...
Page 73 - Reinstalling the operating system; General installation procedure
Maintenance and Service 11.2 Reinstalling the operating system SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 73 11.2 Reinstalling the operating system 11.2.1 Windows Embedded Standard 2009 11.2.1.1 General installation procedure If your software becomes corrupt for any reason, you ...
Page 76 - Windows XP Professional; Setting up the operating system with the Recovery CD
Maintenance and Service 11.2 Reinstalling the operating system SIMATIC IPC427C 76 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 11.2.2 Windows XP Professional 11.2.2.1 General installation procedure If your software becomes corrupt for any reason, you have two possibilities: ● Restoring the factor...
Page 77 - Restoring the factory state; Connect a USB DVD-ROM drive to the device.
Maintenance and Service 11.2 Reinstalling the operating system SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 77 11.2.2.2 Restoring the Software to Factory State Using the Restore DVD You can reinstall the original factory software (included in the Windows XP Professional product pa...
Page 79 - You also need the included Documentation and Drivers CD.; Booting with the Recovery CD/DVD
Maintenance and Service 11.2 Reinstalling the operating system SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 79 11.2.2.3 Setting up the operating system via the Recovery CD/DVD Use the supplied Recovery CD/DVD to install Windows to suit your particular requirements. You also need t...
Page 80 - included in the product package) available:; Setting up the language selection for Windows XP Professional
Maintenance and Service 11.2 Reinstalling the operating system SIMATIC IPC427C 80 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 Installation of the operating system Follow the on-screen instructions when the "Windows XP Professional Setup" window appears. Note Note that there must still be...
Page 81 - Partitioning data media; Setting up the partitions under Windows Embedded Standard 2009; repair corrupt partitions or to change the partitioning.; Partitioning the Compact Flash card; the memory size specified on the Compact Flash.; Partitioning the hard disk; Embedded Standard 2009:
Maintenance and Service 11.3 Partitioning data media SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 81 11.3 Partitioning data media 11.3.1 Setting up the partitions under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 You need to set up the partitions on the CompactFlash card after installing a new...
Page 82 - Setting up the partitions under Windows XP Professional
Maintenance and Service 11.3 Partitioning data media SIMATIC IPC427C 82 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 11.3.2 Setting up the partitions under Windows XP Professional You need to set up the partitions on the CompactFlash card after installing a new drive, to repair corrupt partitions...
Page 83 - Installing drivers and software; Driver installation under Windows Embedded Standard 2009
Maintenance and Service 11.4 Installing drivers and software SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 83 11.4 Installing drivers and software 11.4.1 Driver installation under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 The driver installation under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 is conduct...
Page 84 - Installing updates; Updating the operating system; Windows; Installing or updating application programs and drivers
Maintenance and Service 11.5 Installing updates SIMATIC IPC427C 84 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 11.5 Installing updates 11.5.1 Updating the operating system Windows The latest updates for the Windows operating system are available on the Internet at Microsoft Side Guide ( http://w...
Page 85 - Performing a BIOS update; Download from BIOS update
Maintenance and Service 11.5 Installing updates SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 85 11.5.3 Performing a BIOS update Download from BIOS update Check regularly if updates are available for download to your device. You can find the downloads in the Internet ( http://www.s...
Page 86 - Data backup; Creating an image; Image Creator, refer to the corresponding product documentation.
Maintenance and Service 11.6 Data backup SIMATIC IPC427C 86 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 11.6 Data backup 11.6.1 Creating an image Data backup under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 / Windows XP Professional To back up data under Windows Embedded Standard 2009 / Windows XP Professio...
Page 87 - Alarm, error and system messages; Boot error messages; corresponding manuals.; On-screen error messages
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 87 Alarm, error and system messages 12 12.1 Boot error messages During startup (the boot process), the BIOS first performs a Power On Self Test (POST) and checks whether certain functional units of the PC are operating error-free. The b...
Page 89 - Troubleshooting/FAQs; General problems
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 89 Troubleshooting/FAQs 13 13.1 General problems This chapter provides you with tips on how to locate and troubleshoot common problems. Problem Possible cause To correct or avoid error The device is not operational. There is no power su...
Page 90 - Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers
Troubleshooting/FAQs 13.2 Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers SIMATIC IPC427C 90 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 13.2 Problems when using modules of third-party manufacturers Problem Possible cause To correct or avoid error Check your computer configuration: • If...
Page 91 - Technical specifications; General specifications
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 91 Technical specifications 14 14.1 General specifications General specifications Order numbers see the order documents Dimensions 262x142x47 (WxHxD in mm) Weight Approximately 2 kg Supply voltage (DC) 24 VDC 1 (19.2 to 28.8 V) Brief po...
Page 95 - Power requirements of the components; Maximum power consumption of the auxiliary components
Technical specifications 14.2 Power requirements of the components SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 95 14.2 Power requirements of the components Maximum power consumption of the auxiliary components Auxiliary components Maximum permitted power consumption Max. total po...
Page 96 - Integrated DC power supply
Technical specifications 14.3 Integrated DC power supply SIMATIC IPC427C 96 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 14.3 Integrated DC power supply Technical specifications Input voltage 24 VDC (19.2 to 28.8 VDC) Power consumption 1) max. 72 W Power failure buffering Hold-up time > 15 ms ...
Page 97 - Dimension drawings; Overview of the dimensional drawings; Dimension drawings of the device (Page 98)
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 97 Dimension drawings 15 15.1 Overview of the dimensional drawings This section contains the following dimension drawings: ● Dimension drawings of the device (Page 98) ● Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets (Page 99) ...
Page 98 - Dimension drawings of the device
Dimension drawings 15.2 Dimension drawings of the device SIMATIC IPC427C 98 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 15.2 Dimension drawings of the device Figure 15-1 Dimensional drawing of the device: Front view Figure 15-2 Dimensional drawing of the device: Side view
Page 99 - Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets
Dimension drawings 15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 99 15.3 Dimension drawings of the device with mounting brackets Figure 15-3 Dimensional drawing of the device with mounting brackets Front view and top vi...
Page 102 - Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames
Dimension drawings 15.5 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames SIMATIC IPC427C 102 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 15.5 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames Figure 15-6 Dimensional drawings of the device with expansion frames
Page 103 - Dimension drawing of the blanking plate
Dimension drawings 15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 103 15.6 Dimension drawing of the blanking plate Figure 15-7 Dimensional drawing of the blinding plate
Page 105 - Detailed descriptions; Internal components; Overview of internal components; a DC/DC converter for the power supply of the device
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 105 Detailed descriptions 16 16.1 Internal components 16.1.1 Overview of internal components The basic components of the device are ● the motherboard with processor, chipset, one slot for a RAM module, internal and external ports, ● a D...
Page 106 - Technical features of the motherboard
Detailed descriptions 16.1 Internal components SIMATIC IPC427C 106 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.1.2 Technical features of the motherboard Component / port Description Parameters Chipset Intel GM45+ICH-9m BIOS Insyde H20... CPU Intel Celeron M Inter Pentium Core 2 Solo Intel Pen...
Page 107 - External ports
Detailed descriptions 16.1 Internal components SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 107 16.1.3 External ports 16.1.3.1 Overview Port Position Description COM1; COM2 (optional) external 9-pin male V24 USB external Four USB channels 4 x high current USB 1.1 USB 2.0 PROFIBUS ...
Page 111 - Internal ports
Detailed descriptions 16.1 Internal components SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 111 16.1.4 Internal ports 16.1.4.1 Overview Port Position Connector Description Compact Flash card (True IDE mode) Internal X3 50-pin CF socket, types I / II PCI -104 Internal PCI interface...
Page 113 - BIOS Setup; BIOS Setup program
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 113 16.2 BIOS Setup 16.2.1 Overview BIOS Setup program BIOS Setup program is stored in ROM BIOS. System configuration data are stored in battery-backed RAM of the device. SETUP can be used to define...
Page 114 - Starting BIOS Setup; program. The following message appears on the screen:
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C 114 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.2.2 Starting BIOS Setup Starting BIOS Setup Start the setup program as follows: 1. Reset the device (warm or cold restart). In the figures shown, the default settings differ based on the devi...
Page 115 - BIOS Setup menus
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 115 16.2.3 BIOS Setup menus The various menus and submenus are listed on the next pages. You can obtain information on the selected SETUP item from the "Item-specific help" part of the respe...
Page 117 - Main menu; Settings in the main menu
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 117 16.2.4 Main menu Figure 16-3 Main menu Settings in the main menu In the main menu, you can move up and down to select the following system configuration boxes by means of the [↑] up and [↓] down...
Page 118 - and for the date; Serial ATA Port 0, Serial ATA Port 1
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C 118 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 System time and date System Time and System Date indicate the current values. Once you have selected the appropriate option, you can use the [+] and [-] keys to modify the time setting Hour: Min...
Page 121 - because it is the first one found on the PCI bus.
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 121 "Hardware Options" submenu Figure 16-7 "Hardware Options" field The parameters of the interfaces present on the motherboard are set here. Entry Meaning Enabled Sharing the MPI/DP...
Page 122 - Advanced Menu; Menu layout
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C 122 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.2.5 Advanced Menu Menu layout Figure 16-8 Advanced Menu Settings in the Advanced Menu Disabled High Precision Event Timer is disabled HPET - HPET support Enabled High Precision Event Timer is...
Page 125 - Security menu; access to the hard disks.
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 125 16.2.6 Security menu You can only edit the fields enclosed in square brackets. Two passwords can be assigned to protect your PC from unauthorized use. The Supervisor password can be used to rest...
Page 126 - Boot menu; This menu allows you to assign a priority for the boot devices.
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C 126 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.2.7 Boot menu This menu allows you to assign a priority for the boot devices. Figure 16-12 "Boot" menu
Page 130 - Version menu
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C 130 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.2.8 Version menu Keep this information at hand if customer support has technical questions about your system. Figure 16-15 Version menu (example)
Page 131 - Exit Menu; You always exit BIOS Setup in this menu.
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 131 16.2.9 Exit Menu You always exit BIOS Setup in this menu. Figure 16-16 Exit menu Exit Saving Changes All changes are saved and the system is restarted with the new parameters. Exit Discarding Ch...
Page 132 - Default BIOS Setup entries; Documenting your device configuration
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C 132 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.2.10 Default BIOS Setup entries Documenting your device configuration If you have changed any default settings in Setup, you can enter them in the following table. You can then refer to these...
Page 133 - Only for models with PROFIBUS
Detailed descriptions 16.2 BIOS Setup SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 133 Hardware Options On-board Ethernet 2 Enabled Ethernet 2 Address 00.0E.8C.xxxxxx Ethernet 2 Remote Boot Disabled Dual view DVI/CRT Disabled 1) Only for models with PROFIBUS 2) Only with models wi...
Page 135 - System resources; Currently allocated system resources
Detailed descriptions 16.3 System resources SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 135 16.3 System resources 16.3.1 Currently allocated system resources All system resources (hardware addresses, memory configuration, allocation of interrupts, DMA channels) are assigned dynam...
Page 136 - System resources used by the BIOS/DOS; PCI Interrupt Lines; slots as well as for DP12 and the first
Detailed descriptions 16.3 System resources SIMATIC IPC427C 136 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.3.2 System resources used by the BIOS/DOS The following tables and pictures describe the system resources for the factory state of the device. 16.3.2.1 PCI Interrupt Lines The interrupt...
Page 137 - Overview of the internal module registers; The following addresses are used for the internal registers:
Detailed descriptions 16.4 I/O Address Areas SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 137 16.4 I/O Address Areas 16.4.1 Overview of the internal module registers Overview of the internal module registers The following addresses are used for the internal registers: Addresses In...
Page 141 - battery status register.; Meaning of the bits
Detailed descriptions 16.4 I/O Address Areas SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 141 16.4.6 Battery status tab (read-only, address 50Fh) The status of the CMOS battery is monitored; the status (two-tier) can be read from the battery status register. Meaning of the bits Ba...
Page 142 - SRAM address register
Detailed descriptions 16.4 I/O Address Areas SIMATIC IPC427C 142 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 16.4.7 SRAM address register The battery-buffered SRAM uses a 2 MB memory address area, which can be read via the PCI register. Meaning of the bits SRAM address register PCI register addr...
Page 143 - Appendix; Guidelines and declarations; Notes on the CE Label; The following applies to the SIMATIC product described in this; EMC directive; can provide these on request.; Note the installation guidelines; noted during commissioning and operation.; Connecting peripherals; via shielded cables.
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 143 Appendix A A.1 Guidelines and declarations Notes on the CE Label The following applies to the SIMATIC product described in this documentation: EMC directive The devices meet the requirements for the EC directive "2004/108/EEC El...
Page 144 - Certificates and approvals
Appendix A.2 Certificates and approvals SIMATIC IPC427C 144 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 A.2 Certificates and approvals DIN ISO 9001 certificate The Siemens quality management system for all production processes (development, production and sales) meets DIN ISO 9001:2000 requireme...
Page 146 - Service and support; request
Appendix A.3 Service and support SIMATIC IPC427C 146 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 A.3 Service and support Local information Contain your Siemens representative ( http://www.siemens.com/automation/partner ) if you have questions about the products described here. Technical document...
Page 147 - ESD guidelines; ESD Guidelines; Definition of ESD
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 147 ESD guidelines B B.1 ESD Guidelines Definition of ESD All electronic modules are equipped with large-scale integrated ICs or components. Due to their design, these electronic elements are highly sensitive to overvoltage, and thus to...
Page 148 - Basic protective measures against electrostatic discharge; Ensure good equipotential bonding:
ESD guidelines B.1 ESD Guidelines SIMATIC IPC427C 148 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 Electrostatic charging Anyone who is not connected to the electrical potential of their surroundings can be electrostatically charged. The figure below shows the maximum electrostatic voltage which ...
Page 149 - List of abbreviations; Abbreviations
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 149 List of abbreviations C C.1 Abbreviations Abbreviation Term Meaning AC Alternating current Alternating current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface PLC Programmable controller AGP Accelerated Graphics Port High speed bus ...
Page 155 - Glossary; manage both the current and the previous versions on the hard disk.
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 155 Glossary AHCI mode AHCI is a standardized method to address the SATA controller. AHCI describes a structure in the RAM, which contains a general area for control and status, as well as a command list. APIC mode Advanced peripheral i...
Page 161 - general data transfer.
Glossary SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 161 NEC Class 2 The "NEC", National Electrical Code, is the USA collection of regulations that generally correspond to German VDE 0100 standards. All USA standards governing the safety of electrical equipment and corres...
Page 162 - Process Field Bus (standard bus system for process applications)
Glossary SIMATIC IPC427C 162 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 PCMCIA Association consisting of approx. 450 member companies of the computer industry whose focus is set on providing worldwide standards for miniaturization and flexible use of PC expansion cards in order to provide basic...
Page 164 - drives or optical drives.; Session at once; The two sessions are written to at once (as in disc at once).; STEP 7; modules can be connected to a V.24 interface.
Glossary SIMATIC IPC427C 164 Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 SCSI interface Small Computer System Interface Interface for connecting SCSI devices such as hard disk drives or optical drives. Session at once In session at once, the CD can be written to both with an audio session and a ...
Page 165 - or factory environments.
Glossary SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 165 Warm restart The restart of a computer after a program was aborted. The operating system is loaded and restarted again. The CTRL+ ALT+ DEL hotkey can be used to initiate a warm restart. WLAN Wireless LAN is a local network ...
Page 167 - Index
SIMATIC IPC427C Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01 167 Index 2 24 V DC power supply Connecting, 34 A Abbreviations, 149, 154 Ambient and environmental conditions, 24 B Battery, 10, 72 Battery change, 71 Battery monitoring, 53 BIOS Setup, 113 Advanced Menu, 122 Defaults, 132 Exit menu, 1...