Omron NY Series User manual

Industrial PC Platform
NY-series
Industrial PC
Operating Systems and Software Utilities Manual
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Industrial PC.
This manual contains information that is necessary to use the Industrial PC (hereafter also named as
IPC). Please read this manual and make sure you understand the functionality and performance of the
IPC before attempting to use it.
Keep this manual in a safe place where it will be available for reference during operation.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have knowledge of software pro-
gramming (a software engineer or the equivalent).
• Personnel in charge of introducing Factory Automation systems.
• Personnel in charge of designing Factory Automation systems.
• Personnel in charge of software design for Factory Automation systems.
• Personnel in charge of installing and maintaining and programming Factory Automation systems.
• Personnel in charge of managing Factory Automation systems and facilities.
Applicable Products
This manual covers following Industrial PC products:
Product Model
Industrial Box PC NYB££
Industrial Panel PC NYP££
Additional Information
Refer to 1-4 Product Configuration on page 1-5 for configuration details.
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Sections in this Manual
Operating Procedures
Specifications
Installation
Software
System Configurations
Overview
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
6
5
1
7
7
Appendices
Maintenance
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A
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CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1
Intended Audience...........................................................................................................................................1
Applicable Products .........................................................................................................................................1
Sections in this Manual ........................................................................................... 3
Manual Information.................................................................................................. 7
Page Structure.................................................................................................................................................7
Special Information ..........................................................................................................................................8
Terms and Conditions Agreement.......................................................................... 9
Warranty and Limitations of Liability ................................................................................................................9
Application Considerations ............................................................................................................................10
Disclaimers .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Safety Precautions................................................................................................. 12
Precautions for Safe Use ...................................................................................... 13
Precautions for Correct Use ................................................................................. 14
Regulations and Standards .................................................................................. 15
Conformance to EU Directives ......................................................................................................................15
Conformance to KC Certification ...................................................................................................................16
Conformance to UL and CSA Standards.......................................................................................................16
Software Licenses and Copyrights ................................................................................................................16
Related Manuals..................................................................................................... 17
Related Industrial PC Manuals ......................................................................................................................17
Industrial Monitor Manual ..............................................................................................................................17
Terminology and Abbreviations ........................................................................... 18
Industrial PC Platform ...................................................................................................................................18
Software.........................................................................................................................................................18
Hardware ......................................................................................................................................................19
Revision History..................................................................................................... 20
Section 1 Overview
1-1 Intended Use .........................................................................................................................1-2
1-2 Software Features..................................................................................................................1-3
1-3 ID Information Label ..............................................................................................................1-4
1-4 Product Configuration...........................................................................................................1-5
1-4-1 Product Configuration Box PC ....................................................................................................1-5
1-4-2 Product Configuration Panel PC .................................................................................................1-7
1-5 Overall Setup Procedure .......................................................................................................1-9
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Section 2 System Configurations
2-1 Configuration for NYB and NYP ...........................................................................................2-2
Section 3 Software
3-1 Windows Operating System .................................................................................................3-3
3-1-1 Determine Your Version of the Windows Operating Systems .....................................................3-3
3-2 Overview IPC Support Software for Windows ....................................................................3-4
3-3 Industrial PC Support Utility ................................................................................................3-5
3-3-1 Industrial PC Support Utility Overview ........................................................................................3-6
3-3-2 Product Information Tab .............................................................................................................3-7
3-3-3 System Status Tab ......................................................................................................................3-8
3-3-4 Machine Controller Tabs .............................................................................................................3-9
3-3-5 Compatibility................................................................................................................................3-9
3-3-6 Installation ...................................................................................................................................3-9
3-3-7 Startup.........................................................................................................................................3-9
3-3-8 Logging .....................................................................................................................................3-10
3-4 Industrial Monitor Utility ..................................................................................................... 3-11
3-4-1 Industrial Monitor Utility Overview............................................................................................. 3-11
3-4-2 Compatibility..............................................................................................................................3-15
3-4-3 Installation .................................................................................................................................3-15
3-4-4 Startup.......................................................................................................................................3-15
3-4-5 Configuration.............................................................................................................................3-16
3-4-6 Messages..................................................................................................................................3-16
3-4-7 Logging .....................................................................................................................................3-16
3-5 Industrial Monitor Brightness Utility .................................................................................3-17
3-5-1 Industrial Monitor Brightness Utility ..........................................................................................3-17
3-5-2 Compatibility..............................................................................................................................3-17
3-5-3 Installation .................................................................................................................................3-18
3-5-4 Startup.......................................................................................................................................3-18
3-5-5 Configuration.............................................................................................................................3-18
3-5-6 Logging .....................................................................................................................................3-18
3-6 Rescue Disk Creator............................................................................................................3-19
3-6-1 Rescue Disk Creator Overview .................................................................................................3-19
3-6-2 Compatibility..............................................................................................................................3-20
3-6-3 Installation .................................................................................................................................3-20
3-6-4 Startup.......................................................................................................................................3-21
3-6-5 Messages..................................................................................................................................3-21
3-7 Industrial PC Tray Utility ....................................................................................................3-25
3-7-1 Industrial PC Tray Utility Overview............................................................................................3-25
3-7-2 Features ....................................................................................................................................3-25
3-7-3 Menu .........................................................................................................................................3-26
3-7-4 About the Industrial PC Tray Utility ...........................................................................................3-26
3-7-5 Status Indicators on Icons.........................................................................................................3-27
3-7-6 Compatibility..............................................................................................................................3-27
3-7-7 Installation .................................................................................................................................3-27
3-7-8 Startup.......................................................................................................................................3-28
3-8 Power Attendant Lite Utility ................................................................................................3-29
3-8-1 Power Attendant Lite Utility Overview .......................................................................................3-29
3-8-2 Features ....................................................................................................................................3-29
3-8-3 Compatibility..............................................................................................................................3-29
3-8-4 Installation .................................................................................................................................3-30
3-8-5 Configuration.............................................................................................................................3-30
3-9 Software for Developers......................................................................................................3-32
3-9-1 Overview IPC Developer Software for Windows.......................................................................3-32
3-9-2 Industrial PC System API .........................................................................................................3-33
3-9-3 Industrial Monitor API ...............................................................................................................3-34
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Section 4 Specifications
4-1 Software Specifications .......................................................................................................4-2
4-1-1 Available Windows Operating Systems.......................................................................................4-2
4-1-2 Supported Languages.................................................................................................................4-3
Section 5 Installation
5-1 Install Software ......................................................................................................................5-2
5-1-1 Internet Browser..........................................................................................................................5-2
5-1-2 Firewall........................................................................................................................................5-3
5-1-3 Anti-virus Software ......................................................................................................................5-3
5-1-4 Drivers and Custom Software .....................................................................................................5-4
5-1-5 Activate Windows........................................................................................................................5-4
5-1-6 Customize Windows....................................................................................................................5-4
5-2 Install Support Software........................................................................................................5-5
5-2-1 Overview IPC Support Software for Installation ..........................................................................5-5
5-3 Create Backup and Repair Media .........................................................................................5-6
Section 6 Operating Procedures
6-1 React to Product Messages ..................................................................................................6-2
6-2 React to Windows Messages................................................................................................6-3
Section 7 Maintenance
7-1 Preventive Maintenance ........................................................................................................7-2
7-1-1 Preventive Maintenance Schedule..............................................................................................7-2
7-1-2 Keep Software Updated ..............................................................................................................7-2
7-1-3 Create Backup and Repair Data .................................................................................................7-3
7-1-4 Check the Storage Device Status .............................................................................................7-15
7-1-5 Check the Backup and Repair Media........................................................................................7-17
7-2 Corrective Maintenance ......................................................................................................7-19
7-2-1 Warning and Error Messages....................................................................................................7-19
7-2-2 Restore and Repair Data ..........................................................................................................7-20
7-2-3 Allocate a Drive in Windows......................................................................................................7-28
7-2-4 Windows Event Viewer..............................................................................................................7-29
7-2-5 Windows Low on Memory .........................................................................................................7-31
7-2-6 Windows Blue Screens .............................................................................................................7-32
7-2-7 Correct Display Functionality when Nothing is Displayed .........................................................7-32
7-2-8 Correct Touchscreen Functionality............................................................................................7-33
Appendices
A-1 Customize Windows ............................................................................................................. A-2
A-1-1 Enhanced Write Filter................................................................................................................. A-2
A-1-2 File-Based Write Filter................................................................................................................ A-3
A-1-3 Unified Write Filter...................................................................................................................... A-5
A-1-4 Trusted Platform Module ............................................................................................................ A-6
Index
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Manual Information
This section provides information about this manual.
Page Structure
The following page structure is used in this manual.
A
B
C
C D
E
F
B
C
H
5 Installation
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5-1 Unpack
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5-1-1 Unpack Procedure
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5-1 Unpack
This section provides details on how to unpack the Industrial Panel PC.
5-1-1 Unpack Procedure
1Check the package for damage.
If there is any visible damage:
• Take photos of the package and save them.
• Inform your supplier immediately.
2Open the package.
Ensure not to damage the contents.
3Ensure that all items are present.
Additional Information
Refer to 5-1-2 Items Supplied with the Product for the items supplied.
Note: This illustration is provided as a sample. It will not literally appear in this manual.
Item Explanation Item Explanation
A Level 1 heading E Special Information
B Level 2 heading F Manual name
C Level 3 heading G Page tab with the number of the main section
D Step in a procedure H Page number
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Special Information
Special information in this manual is classified as follows:
Precautions for Safe Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure safe usage of the product.
Precautions for Correct Use
Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure proper operation and performance.
Additional Information
Additional information to read as required.
This information is provided to increase understanding or make operation easier.
Version Information
Information on differences in specifications and functionality between different versions.
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Terms and Conditions Agreement
Warranty and Limitations of Liability
WARRANTY
• The warranty period for the Software is one year from the date of purchase, unless otherwise
specifically agreed.
• If the User discovers defect of the Software (substantial non-conformity with the manual), and return
it to OMRON within the above warranty period, OMRON will replace the Software without charge by
offering media or download from OMRON’s website. And if the User discovers defect of media
which is attributable to OMRON and return it to OMRON within the above warranty period, OMRON
will replace defective media without charge. If OMRON is unable to replace defective media or
correct the Software, the liability of OMRON and the User’s remedy shall be limited to the refund of
the license fee paid to OMRON for the Software.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
• THE ABOVE WARRANTY SHALL CONSTITUTE THE USER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES AGAINST OMRON AND THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT, OMRON WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY
LOST PROFITS OR OTHER INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF USE OF THE SOFTWARE.
• OMRON SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR DEFECT OF THE SOFTWARE BASED ON
MODIFICATION OR ALTERNATION TO THE SOFTWARE BY THE USER OR ANY THIRD PARTY.
OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE AND/OR LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE, OR
EXPENSES DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY RESULTING FROM THE INFECTION OF OMRON
PRODUCTS, ANY SOFTWARE INSTALLED THEREON OR ANY COMPUTER EQUIPMENT,
COMPUTER PROGRAMS, NETWORKS, DATABASES OR OTHER PROPRIETARY MATERIAL
CONNECTED THERETO BY DISTRIBUTED DENIAL OF SERVICE ATTACK, COMPUTER
VIRUSES, OTHER TECHNOLOGICALLY HARMFUL MATERIAL AND/OR UNAUTHORIZED
ACCESS.
• OMRON SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPED BY THE USER OR ANY
THIRD PARTY BASED ON THE SOFTWARE OR ANY CONSEQUENCE THEREOF.
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Application Considerations
APPLICABLE CONDITIONS
A USER SHALL NOT USE THE SOFTWARE FOR ANY PURPOSE THAT IS NOT PROVIDED IN
THIS MANUAL OR IN A RELATED HARDWARE USER'S MANUAL.
Suitability of Use
Omron Companies shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes or regulations
which apply to the combination of the Product in the Buyer’s application or use of the Product. At
Buyer’s request, Omron will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying ratings
and limitations of use which apply to the Product. This information by itself is not sufficient for a
complete determination of the suitability of the Product in combination with the end product, machine,
system, or other application or use. Buyer shall be solely responsible for determining appropriateness
of the particular Product with respect to Buyer’s application, product or system. Buyer shall take
application responsibility in all cases.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCT FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR
PROPERTY OR IN LARGE QUANTITIES WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE
HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT(S) IS
PROPERLY RATED AND INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL
EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
Programmable Products
• Omron Companies shall not be responsible for the user’s programming of a programmable Product,
or any consequence thereof.
• Omron Companies shall not be responsible for the operation of the user accessible operating sys-
tem (e.g. Windows, Linux), or any consequence thereof.
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Disclaimers
Performance Data
Data presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials is provided as a guide for
the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of
Omron’s test conditions, and the user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual per-
formance is subject to the Omron’s Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
Change in Software Specifications
The software specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and
other reasons.
Errors and Omissions
Information presented by Omron Companies has been checked and is believed to be accurate; how-
ever, no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical or proofreading errors or omissions.
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Safety Precautions
For NYB£ and NYP£ refer to the following manuals:
•NY-series Industrial Box PC Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W553)
•NY-series Industrial Panel PC Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W555)
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Precautions for Safe Use
For NYB£ and NYP£ refer to the following manuals:
•NY-series Industrial Box PC Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W553)
•NY-series Industrial Panel PC Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W555)
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Precautions for Correct Use
For NYB£ and NYP£ refer to the following manuals:
•NY-series Industrial Box PC Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W553)
•NY-series Industrial Panel PC Hardware User’s Manual (Cat. No. W555)
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Regulations and Standards
Conformance to EU Directives
The Industrial PC complies with EU Directives. To ensure that the machine or device in which the In-
dustrial PC is used complies with EU Directives, the following precautions must be observed:
• The Industrial PC must be installed within a control panel.
• The Industrial PC that complies with EU Directives also conforms to the Common Emission Stand-
ard. Radiated emission characteristics (10-m regulations) may vary depending on the configuration
of the control panel used, other devices connected to the control panel, wiring, and other conditions.
You must therefore confirm that the overall machine or equipment in which the Industrial PC is used
complies with EU Directives.
• This is a Class A product (for industrial environments). In a residential environment, it may cause
radio interference. If radio interference occurs, the user may be required to take appropriate meas-
ures.
Applicable Directive
EMC Directive
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Conformance to KC Certification
When you use this product in South Korea, observe the following precautions.
This product meets the electromagnetic compatibility requirements for business use. There is a risk of
radio interference when this product is used in home.
Conformance to UL and CSA Standards
Some Industrial PC Platform products comply with UL and CSA standards. If you use a product that
complies with UL or CSA standards and must apply those standards to your machinery or devices,
refer to this manual. This manual provides the application conditions for complying with the standards.
If the product is used in a manner not specified in the Instruction Sheet or in the product manuals then
the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Software Licenses and Copyrights
This product incorporates certain third party software. The license and copyright information associat-
ed with this software is available at http://www.fa.omron.co.jp/nj_info_e/.
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Related Manuals
The following manuals are related. Use these manuals for reference.
Related Industrial PC Manuals
This table contains the related manuals of Industrial PC products.
Manual name Cat.
No.
Model
num-
bers
Application Description
NY-series In-
dustrial Box
PC Hardware
User’s Manual
(Cat. No.
W553)
W553 NYB Learning all basic information about the
Industrial Box PC. This includes introduc-
tory information with features, hardware
overview, software overview, specifica-
tions, mounting, wiring, connecting, oper-
ating and maintaining the Industrial Box
PC.
Mainly hardware information is provided.
An introduction to the Industrial
Box PC is provided along with
the following information:
•Overview
•Hardware
•Software
•Specifications
•Installation
•Operating Procedures
•Maintenance
NY-series In-
dustrial Panel
PC Hardware
User’s Manual
(Cat. No.
W555)
W555 NYP Learning all basic information about the
Industrial Panel PC. This includes intro-
ductory information with features, hard-
ware overview, software overview, specifi-
cations, mounting, wiring, connecting, op-
erating and maintaining the Industrial
Panel PC.
Mainly hardware information is provided.
An introduction to the Industrial
Panel PC is provided along with
the following information:
•Overview
•Hardware
•Software
•Specifications
•Installation
•Operating Procedures
•Maintenance
Industrial Monitor Manual
This table contains the related manual of the Industrial Monitor.
Manual
name
Cat.
No. Model numbers Application Description
Industrial
Monitor
User’s
Manual
W554 •NYM12W-C1£
££
•NYM15W-C1£
££
•NYM19W-C1£
££
Learning all basic information
about the Industrial Monitor. This
includes introductory information
with features, hardware overview,
specifications, mounting, wiring,
connecting, operating and main-
taining the Industrial Monitor.
An introduction to the Industrial
Monitor is provided along with
the following information:
•Overview
•Hardware
•Software
•Specifications
•Installation
•Operating Procedures
•Maintenance
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Terminology and Abbreviations
Industrial PC Platform
Term / Abbreviation Description
Industrial PC Platform An integrated range of OMRON products designed for use in any industrial applica-
tion that will benefit from advanced PC technology
Industrial Monitor An industrial monitor with a touchscreen as the user interface designed to work in
industrial environments
Industrial Panel PC An industrial PC with an integrated touchscreen monitor designed to work in indus-
trial environments
Industrial Box PC A box-shaped industrial PC including an OS designed to work in industrial environ-
ments
IPC Industrial PC
Sysmac OMRON’s brand name of the product family for the industrial automation equip-
ment
Software
Term / Abbreviation Description
ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface protocol for operating systems
API Application Programming Interface
BIOS Basic Input Output System. The first software run by a PC when powered on.
Developer Any person involved with the development of software
DST Daylight Saving Time
EWF Enhanced Write Filter
FBWF File-Based Write Filter
IIoT Industrial Internet of Things
Linux An open source Operating System
MBR Master Boot Record
Merge module A module providing a standard method by which developers deliver shared Win-
dows installer components and setup logic to their applications
MSDN Microsoft Developer Network
NUI Natural User Interface
OS Operating System
PLC Programmable Logic Controller
RTOS Realtime Operating System
SDK Software Development Kit
TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol, a core member of the Internet
protocol suite
TPM Trusted Platform Module
VxWorks A Realtime Operating System designed by Wind River
Windows An Operating System designed by Microsoft
Terminology and Abbreviations
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