Siemens SIMATIC IPC327E User manual

SIMATIC IPC327E
SIMATIC
Industrial PC
SIMATIC IPC327E
Operating Instructions
06/2019
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Preface
Overview
1
Safety instructions
2
Installing and connecting the
device
3
Commissioning the device
and device functions
4
Expanding and assigning
parameters to the device
5
Maintaining and repairing the
device
6
Technical specifications
7
Appendix Motherboard
A
Technical support
B
Markings and symbols
C
List of abbreviations
D

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WARNING
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CAUTION
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NOTICE
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be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
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Preface
These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and
operation of the SIMATIC IPC327E.
It is intended both for programming and testing personnel who commission the device and
connect it with other units (automation systems, programming devices), as well as for service
and maintenance personnel who install add-ons or carry out fault/error analyses.
Basic knowledge requirements
A solid background in personal computers and Microsoft operating systems is required to
understand this manual. General knowledge in the field automation control engineering is
recommended.
Scope of validity of this document
These operating instructions are valid for all versions of the SIMATIC IPC327E.
Scope of this documentation
The documentation for the SIMATIC IPC327E consists of:
●Product information, e.g. "Important notes on your device"
●Quick Install Guide SIMATIC IPC327E
●SIMATIC IPC327E operating instructions in English and Chinese
The PDF version of the documentation is supplied with the device on the
"Documentation and Drivers" CD/DVD.
Conventions
The terms "PC" and "device" are sometimes used to refer to the SIMATIC IPC327E in this
documentation.
In these operating instructions, the abbreviation "Windows 7" denotes the term
"Windows 7 Ultimate".

Preface
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History
The following editions of these operating instructions have been published:
Edition
Comment
08/2017
First edition
11/2017 Operating system information has been replaced by references to separate operating
system documents.
07/2018
Amendment to certification part.
06/2019 Update the Advanced menu for BIOS description.

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Table of contents
Preface ................................................................................................................................................... 3
1 Overview................................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Product description ...................................................................................................................8
1.2 Structure of the devices ............................................................................................................9
1.2.1 Views of the basic device .........................................................................................................9
1.2.2 Interfaces of the basic device .................................................................................................10
1.2.3 Status displays........................................................................................................................11
2 Safety instructions................................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 Security information ................................................................................................................12
2.2 General safety instructions .....................................................................................................12
2.3 Notes on use...........................................................................................................................15
3 Installing and connecting the device ...................................................................................................... 16
3.1 Preparing for installation .........................................................................................................16
3.1.1 Checking the delivery package...............................................................................................16
3.1.2 Identification data of the device ..............................................................................................17
3.1.3 Permitted mounting positions .................................................................................................19
3.2 Mounting the device................................................................................................................20
3.2.1 Mounting instructions..............................................................................................................20
3.2.2 Mounting on a standard rail ....................................................................................................22
3.2.3 Wall mounting .........................................................................................................................24
3.3 Connecting the device ............................................................................................................24
3.3.1 Notes on connecting ...............................................................................................................24
3.3.2 Connecting the function earth.................................................................................................25
3.3.3 Connecting the power supply .................................................................................................26
3.3.4 Connect device to networks....................................................................................................27
4 Commissioning the device and device functions.................................................................................... 29
4.1 General information on commissioning ..................................................................................29
4.2 Initial commissioning...............................................................................................................29
4.3 Switching off the device ..........................................................................................................31
4.4 Windows Security Center .......................................................................................................32
5 Expanding and assigning parameters to the device............................................................................... 33
5.1 Open the device......................................................................................................................33
5.2 Installing the Mini card ............................................................................................................34
6 Maintaining and repairing the device ..................................................................................................... 37
6.1 Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................37

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6.2 Repair information.................................................................................................................. 37
6.3 Recycling and disposal .......................................................................................................... 38
6.4 Installing and removing hardware .......................................................................................... 39
6.4.1 Replacing the backup battery ................................................................................................ 39
6.4.2 Replacing the drive of a basic device .................................................................................... 40
6.5 Installing the software ............................................................................................................ 41
6.5.1 Installing the drivers ............................................................................................................... 42
7 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................................ 45
7.1 Certificates and approvals ..................................................................................................... 45
7.2 Directives and declarations.................................................................................................... 47
7.2.1 Electromagnetic compatibility, Industrial and Residential Areas ........................................... 47
7.2.2 ESD guideline ........................................................................................................................ 48
7.3 Dimension drawings............................................................................................................... 50
7.3.1 Dimension drawing basic device............................................................................................ 50
7.4 Technical data........................................................................................................................ 51
7.4.1 General technical specifications ............................................................................................ 51
7.4.2 Environmental conditions....................................................................................................... 53
7.4.3 Power demand of the components ........................................................................................ 54
7.4.4 DC power supply.................................................................................................................... 55
7.5 Hardware descriptions ........................................................................................................... 55
7.5.1 Technical features of the motherboard .................................................................................. 55
7.5.2 External interfaces ................................................................................................................. 56
7.5.2.1 Overview of interfaces ........................................................................................................... 56
7.5.2.2 DC in connector ..................................................................................................................... 56
7.5.2.3 Serial interface ....................................................................................................................... 56
7.5.2.4 USB 2.0 port........................................................................................................................... 58
7.5.2.5 USB 3.0 port........................................................................................................................... 58
7.5.2.6 DisplayPort............................................................................................................................. 58
7.5.2.7 Ethernet port .......................................................................................................................... 59
7.5.3 Internal interfaces................................................................................................................... 60
7.5.3.1 Overview of internal interfaces............................................................................................... 60
7.5.3.2 Mini PCIe and mSATA interface ............................................................................................ 60
7.5.4 Currently allocated system resources.................................................................................... 61
7.6 BIOS description .................................................................................................................... 61
7.6.1 BIOS getting started............................................................................................................... 61
7.6.2 Main setup.............................................................................................................................. 63
7.6.3 Advanced setup ..................................................................................................................... 64
7.6.4 Chipset setup ......................................................................................................................... 68
7.6.5 Security setup ........................................................................................................................ 69
7.6.6 Boot Setup ............................................................................................................................. 71
7.6.7 Save and Exit ......................................................................................................................... 74
A Appendix Motherboard.......................................................................................................................... 76
A.1 Jumpers ................................................................................................................................. 76

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B Technical support.................................................................................................................................. 79
B.1 Service and support ................................................................................................................79
B.2 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................80
B.3 Notes on the use of third-party modules.................................................................................81
C Markings and symbols .......................................................................................................................... 82
C.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................82
C.2 Safety......................................................................................................................................82
C.3 Operator controls ....................................................................................................................82
C.4 Certificates, approvals and markings......................................................................................83
C.5 Interfaces ................................................................................................................................84
D List of abbreviations .............................................................................................................................. 85
Glossary ............................................................................................................................................... 89
Index..................................................................................................................................................... 97

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Overview
1
1.1
Product description
SIMATIC IPC327E provides industrial functionality.
●Compact design
●Fanless
●Various interfaces
●IP40 protection

Overview
1.2 Structure of the devices
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1.2
Structure of the devices
1.2.1
Views of the basic device
Front view and side view
The front view as below is the standard mounting position.
①
Mounting holes for wall mounting
②
Cooling fins
Bottom view
①
Function earth
②
Ports

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1.2 Structure of the devices
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1.2.2
Interfaces of the basic device
①
Power status display
②
HDD status display
③
On/off switch
④
Connection for a 24 VDC power supply
⑤
Connection for analog audio source and speaker.
⑥
Function earth
⑦
USB
2.0, high current
⑧
VGA interface
⑨
DisplayPort connection
⑩
Serial interface, 9
-pin
•
RS-232
⑪
Serial interface, 9
-pin
•
RS-232
•
RS-422
•
RS-485
⑫
RJ45 Ethernet connection for 10/100/1000 Mbps
⑬
USB 3.0 port 2, high current
⑭
USB 3.0 port 1, high current

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1.2 Structure of the devices
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1.2.3
Status displays
Display
Meaning
LED
Description
PWR PC operating status display
Off
Hibernate, switched off or unplugged
Green
PC is in operation.
Green flashing
standby
HDD Display for hard disk access
Off
No accessing
Green flashing
Accessing data

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Safety instructions
2
2.1
Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be
connected to an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is
necessary and only when appropriate security measures (e.g. firewalls and/or network
segmentation) are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please
visit (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
Siemens' products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are
available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no
longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customers' exposure
to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed visit (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
2.2
General safety instructions
WARNING
Life-threatening voltages are present with an open control cabinet
When you install the device in a control cabinet, some areas or components in the open
control cabinet may be carrying life-threatening voltages.
If you touch these areas or components, you may be killed by electric shock.
Switch off the power supply to the cabinet before opening it.

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2.2 General safety instructions
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System expansions
NOTICE
Damage through system expansions
Device and system expansions may be faulty and can affect the entire machine or plant.
The installation of expansions can damage the device, machine or plant. Device and
system expansions may violate safety rules and regulations regarding radio interference
suppression. If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your device, the
warranty becomes void.
Note the following for system expansions:
●Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. Contact your technical
support team or where you purchased your PC to find out which system expansion
devices may safely be installed.
●Observe the information on electromagnetic compatibility (Page 47).
WARNING
Risk of fire through expansion cards
Expansion cards generate additional heat. The device may overheat and cause a fire.
Please note the following:
•Observe the safety and installation instructions for the expansion cards.
•If in doubt, install the device in an enclosure that is compliant with sections 4.6 and 4.7.3
of the IEC/UL/EN/DIN-EN 60950-1 standard.
NOTICE
"Open Type" UL61010-2-201
Note that the device is classified as "Open Type" for use in the area of Industrial Control
Equipment (UL61010-2-201). A UL61010-2-201 conform enclosure is therefore a
mandatory requirement for approval or operation according to UL61010-2-201.

Safety instructions
2.2 General safety instructions
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Battery
WARNING
Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances
Improper handling of lithium batteries can result in an explosion of the batteries.
Explosion of the batteries and the released pollutants can cause severe physical injury.
Worn batteries jeopardize the function of the device.
Note the following when handling lithium batteries:
•Replace used batteries in good time; see the section "Replacing the backup battery
(Page 39)" in the operating instructions.
•Replace the lithium battery only with an identical battery or types recommended by the
manufacturer (type: CR2032).
•For any requirements on product maintenance, contact Siemens Technical support
(Page 79).
•Do not throw lithium batteries into fire, do not solder on the cell body, do not recharge,
do not open, do not short-circuit, do not reverse polarity, do not heat above 100°C and
protect from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.
Strong high-frequency radiation
NOTICE
Observe immunity to RF radiation
The device has an increased immunity to RF radiation according to the specifications on
electromagnetic compatibility in the technical specifications.
Radiation exposure in excess of the specified immunity limits can impair device functions,
result in malfunctions and therefore injuries or damages.
Read the information on immunity to RF radiation in the technical specifications.
ESD Guideline
Electrostatic sensitive devices can be labeled with an appropriate symbol.
NOTICE
Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)
When you touch electrostatic sensitive components, you can destroy them through voltages
that are far below the human perception threshold.
If you work with components that can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge, observe the
ESD Guideline (Page 48).

Safety instructions
2.3 Notes on use
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2.3
Notes on use
NOTICE
Possible functional restrictions in case of non-validated plant operation
The device is tested and certified on the basis of the technical standards. In rare cases,
functional restrictions can occur during plant operation.
Validate the correct functioning of the plant to avoid functional restrictions.
Note
Use in an industrial environment without additional protective measures
This device was designed for use in a normal industrial environment according to
IEC
60721-3-3.

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Installing and connecting the device
3
3.1
Preparing for installation
3.1.1
Checking the delivery package
Procedure
1. When accepting a delivery, please check the packaging for visible transport damage.
2. If any transport damage is present at the time of delivery, lodge a complaint at the
shipping company in charge. Have the shipper confirm the transport damage
immediately.
3. Unpack the device at its installation location.
4. Keep the original packaging in case you have to transport the unit again.
Note
Damage to the device during transport and storage
If a device is transported or stored without packaging, shocks, vibrations, pressure and
moisture may impact the unprotected unit. A damaged packaging indicates that ambient
co
nditions have already had a massive impact on the device.
The device may be damaged.
Do not dispose of the original packaging. Pack the device during transportation and
storage.
5. Check the contents of the packaging and any accessories you may have ordered for
completeness and damage.

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6. If the contents of the packaging are incomplete, damaged or do not match your order,
inform the responsible delivery service immediately.
WARNING
Electric shock and fire hazard due to damaged device
A damaged device can be under hazardous voltage and trigger a fire in the machine or
plant. A damaged device has unpredictable properties and states.
Death or serious injury could occur.
Make sure that the damaged device is not inadvertently installed and put into operation.
Label the damaged device and keep it locked away. Send off the device for immediate
repair.
NOTICE
Damage from condensation
If the device is subjected to low temperatures or extreme fluctuations in temperature
during transportation, for example in cold weather, moisture could build up on or inside
the device.
Moisture causes a short circuit in electrical circuits and damages the device.
In order to prevent damage to the device, proceed as follows:
•Store the device in a dry place.
•Bring the device to room temperature before starting it up.
•Do not expose the device to direct heat radiation from a heating device.
•If condensation develops, wait approximately 12 hours or until the device is
completely dry before switching it on.
7. Please keep the enclosed documentation in a safe place. It belongs to the device. You
need the documentation when you commission the device for the first time.
8. Write down the identification data of the device.
3.1.2
Identification data of the device
The device can be clearly identified with the help of this identification data in case of repairs
or theft.
Enter the identification data in the following table:
Order number
6AG...
Serial number
S V
Production version
FS
Windows "Product Key"
Ethernet address 1 (MAC)
Ethernet address 2 (MAC)

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Obtain the data from the product label and COA label. The product label is located on the
back panel of the device. The COA label is only available in pre-installed Windows operating
systems and is affixed to the rear of the device.
Procedure
1. Get the information of order number, serial number, production version (FS), and
Ethernet addresses from the product label. Below is an example of a product label.
Note
Replacement device without storage media
When you order a replacement device, remove all the storage media from your device,
for example HDD. Insert the storage media into the replacement device.
2. Take down the Windows "Product Key" from the COA label.
Example of a COA label
Microsoft Windows "Product Key" on the "Certificate Of Authenticity" (COA):
The COA label is only attached to the rear of the device containing a preinstalled and
activated Windows operating system.
●COA label of a device with Windows operating system

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3.1.3
Permitted mounting positions
The following mounting positions are permitted:
●Horizontal mounting position
The horizontal mounting position is the preferred position.
●Vertical mounting position

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3.2 Mounting the device
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●Desk mounting position
Take into account the permitted temperature range for operation that depends on the
mounting position in accordance with the "Technical specifications (Page 51)" section.
Ensure that the following clearances measurements to another component or to a wall of a
housing are complied with:
●Below the device: ≥ 100 mm
●Above the device: ≥ 50 mm
3.2
Mounting the device
3.2.1
Mounting instructions
Note
If the equipment is used in manner not specified by the manufacture, the protection provided
by the equipment may be impaired.
Note the following:
●The device is approved for operation indoor only.
●For installation in a control cabinet, observe the applicable country-specific regulations.
●When the device is used in the area of Industrial Control Equipment in accordance with
UL61010-2-201, note that the device is classified as "Open Type". A UL61010-2-201
conform enclosure is therefore a requirement for approval or operation according to
UL61010-2-201.
●All the external circuit of the device should be SELV circuit.