Siemens SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2 User manual

SIMATIC Industrial PC SIMATIC Box PC 840 V2
DOCUMENTATION
DOCUMENTATION
Industrial PC
Box PC 840 V2
Getting Started Edition 05/2006
simatic

Introduction
1
Description
2
Application planning
3
Installation
4
Connecting
5
Commissioning
6
Troubleshooting
7
Dimensional drawings
8
Appendix
A
SIMATIC
Industrial PC
SIMATIC Box PC 840 V2
Getting Started
Edition 05/2006
A5E00244266-02

Safety Guidelines
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 referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
Danger
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
Warning
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
Caution
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
Caution
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
Notice
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into
account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will
be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation. Commissioning and
operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes
in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and
label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Prescribed Usage
Note the following:
Warning
This device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical description and only in
connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or recommended
by Siemens. Correct, reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage, positioning and
assembly as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
All names identified by ® are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The remaining trademarks in this
publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the
owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software
described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent
editions.
Siemens AG
Automation and Drives
Postfach 48 48
90437 NÜRNBERG
GERMANY
Order No.: A5E00244266-02
Edition 05/2006
Copyright © Siemens AG
2004 - 2006.
Technical data subject to change

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Table of contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 1-1
2 Description.............................................................................................................................................. 2-1
2.1 Design........................................................................................................................................ 2-1
2.1.1 External structure....................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2 Operator Controls ...................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.1.3 Connection components ............................................................................................................ 2-4
3 Application planning................................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.1 Transport.................................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit ................................................................................. 3-1
3.3 Device identification data........................................................................................................... 3-2
3.4 Ambient and Environmental Conditions..................................................................................... 3-3
3.5 Permitted mounting positions..................................................................................................... 3-4
4 Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.1 Installing the device ................................................................................................................... 4-1
5 Connecting ............................................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.1 Connecting peripherals .............................................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Connecting the 120 V / 230 V Ac power supply ........................................................................ 5-2
5.3 Connecting the (24 V) DC power supply ................................................................................... 5-5
5.4 Connecting the equipotential bonding circuit............................................................................. 5-6
6 Commissioning ....................................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Requirements for commissioning............................................................................................... 6-1
6.2 Initial Commissioning - Initial Startup......................................................................................... 6-1
6.3 Reinstalling the software............................................................................................................ 6-2
6.3.1 General installation procedure................................................................................................... 6-2
7 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1 General problems ...................................................................................................................... 7-1
8 Dimensional drawings............................................................................................................................. 8-1
8.1 Dimensional Drawing of the Device........................................................................................... 8-1
A Appendix.................................................................................................................................................A-1
A.1 Guidelines and Declarations ......................................................................................................A-1
A.2 Certificates and Approvals.........................................................................................................A-2
A.3 Service and support ................................................................................................................... A-4

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Introduction 1
Purpose of this Document
This compact documentation contains all the information you need for commissioning and
using the SIMATIC Box PC 840 V2.
Scope of validity of this document
This documentation is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC Box PC 840 V2 and
describes the state of delivery as of May 2006.
Operating instructions SIMATIC Box PC 840 V2
The operating instructions are available on the supplied "Documentation and Drivers" CD. To
view and print the operating instructions, run Start and follow the instructions on the screen.
The operating instructions provide useful information on many topics such as the hardware
expansion options, modification of the system configuration and technical data.
Conventions
The abbreviation Box PC or device is also used within this documentation for the product
name SIMATIC Box PC 840 V2.

Introduction
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Description 2
2.1 2.1 Design
2.1.1 External structure
Front view
(1) Expansion slots
(2) Floppy disk
(3) DVD-/CD drive
(4) Front interfaces
(5) Reset button
(6) Steel cover plate for the
operator panel interfaces

Description
2.1 Design
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Rear view
(1) Rating plate
(2) Equipment fan
(3) IEC power connector (screw
terminals with 24 V DC)
(4) Power supply module fan
(5) On / Off switch

Description
2.1 Design
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2.1.2 Operator Controls
On / Off switch
On / Off switch Description
The On / Off switch does not disconnect the
device from mains. When the switch is in 0
position (Off), the device is still connected to the
auxiliary voltage.
Warning
The On / Off switch does not disconnect the device from mains.
Reset button
Reset button Description
The reset button can be actuated with a pin or an
opened up paper clip, for example. The button
signal triggers a hardware reset. The PC performs
a restart (cold start.)
Caution
Data may be lost when the PC performs a hardware reset!

Description
2.1 Design
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2.1.3 Connection components
Ports
Arrangement of the ports on the front of the device
Pos Name Description
(1) COM 1 Serial port 1 (V.24), 25-pin D-sub socket
(2) PROFIBUS/MPI/DP MPI interface (RS485, electrically isolated), optional
9-pin D-sub socket
(3) ETHERNET RJ 45 Ethernet connection 10/100 Mbps
(4) USB 2.0 USB connector Right USB port 1, left USB port 2
(5) COM2 Serial port (V.24), 9-pin D-sub plug
(6) KEYBOARD Connection for a PS/2 keyboard
(7) Mouse Connection for a PS/2 mouse
(8) LPT1 Parallel interface, 25-pin
(9) DVI/VGA DVI/VGA connection for CRT or LCD monitor with
DVI interface, VGA via DVI/VGA adapter (included in
Box PC package)

Description
2.1 Design
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Interfaces for connecting operator panels / displays
Arrangement of the interfaces
(1) LVDS display interface
for TFT displays up to
1024 x 768 pixels
(2) I/O interface for connecting front
panel components
(3) Access to the interfaces on
operator panels (closed by a
screwed metal cover during
shipment of Box PC)
(4) Mounting screw for the steel
sheet cover
AC power supply
Position of the IEC power connector Description
IEC power connector for the AC power
supply to the device. The maximum
permitted power range is 120 V AC to
240 V AC.

Description
2.1 Design
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DC power supply
Position of the screw terminals Description
Screw terminals for connecting the
DC power supply to the device
1 24 VDC
2 0 VDC
3 Protective conductor

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Application planning 3
3.1 3.1 Transport
Despite the device's rugged design, its internal components are sensitive to severe
vibrations or shock. You must therefore protect the PC from severe mechanical stress when
transporting it.
You should always use the original packaging for shipping and transporting the device.
Caution
Risk of damage to the device!
When transporting the PC in cold weather, it may be submitted to extreme variations in
temperature. In this situation, ensure that no moisture (condensation) develops on or inside
the device.
If condensation has developed, wait at least 12 hours before you switch on the device.
Notice
When transporting the device, there is a risk that the drive drawer may open and be
damaged or that the drive may be soiled. A piece of Scotch tape serves as transport
safeguard and this should be used for every transportation.
3.2 3.2 Unpacking and checking the delivery unit
Unpacking the device
Note the following points when you unpack the unit
• It is advisable not to dispose of the original packing material. Keep it in case you have to
transport the unit again.
• Please keep the documentation in a safe place. It is required for initial commissioning and
is part of the device.
• Check the delivery unit for any visible transport damage.
• Verify that the shipment contains the complete unit and your separately ordered
accessories. Please inform your local dealer of any disagreements or transport damages.

Application planning
3.3 Device identification data
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3.3 3.3 Device identification data
The device can identified uniquely with the help of these numbers in case of repairs or theft.
Enter the following data in the table below:
• Serial number: The serial number is found on the rating plate.
Rating plate
Figure 3-1 Rating plate
• Order number of the device
• Ethernet address: The Ethernet address of the device can be viewed in the BIOS Setup
(F2) under Main > Hardware Options > Ethernet Address.
• Microsoft Windows "Product Key" from the "Certificate of Authenticity" (COA). The COA
label is bonded to the device. The Product Key is always required to reinstall the
operating system.
COA label
Figure 3-2 COA label
Serial number S VP ...
Order No. 6ES ...
Microsoft Windows Product Key
Ethernet address

Application planning
3.4 Ambient and Environmental Conditions
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3.4 3.4 Ambient and Environmental Conditions
Please note the following when you plan your project:
• The climatic and mechanical environmental conditions specified in the specifications
provided by your operating instructions.
• The clearance in the area of the ventilation slots must be at least 100 mm, so that the PC
is sufficiently ventilated.
• Do not cover the vent slots of the device.
• The device with AC power supply satisfies fire protection requirements to EN 60950-1. It
may therefore be installed without additional fire-proofing measures.
• The device with DC power supply does not satisfy fire protection requirements to
EN 60950-1. It must therefore be installed in order to comply with the requirements for a
fire-resistant enclosure.
• Always observe the mounting positions permitted for this device.
Warning
Failure to adhere to these conditions when mounting the system voids the approvals
based on UL 60950-1, UL 508 and EN 60950-1!

Application planning
3.5 Permitted mounting positions
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3.5 3.5 Permitted mounting positions
PC mounting positions according to UL60950-1/UL508/EN60950-1/CSA22.2 No. 60950-1
An inclination of ± 20° is permitted for all approved mounting positions.
Position 1 (preferred)
Position 2
Position 3 (desktop)
Position 4 (ceiling)
CD/DVD and floppy drives may not be operated.

Application planning
3.5 Permitted mounting positions
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Additional permissible PC mounting positions according to UL508/CSA 22.2 No. 142
An inclination of ±15° is allowed in this mounting position.
Position 5 (ports facing down)
CD/DVD and floppy drives may not be operated.

Application planning
3.5 Permitted mounting positions
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