Mounting and connecting the device
3.3 Connecting the device
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3.3.4
Connecting the device to networks
The following options are available for integrating the device in existing or planned system
environments and networks.
Ethernet
You can use the integrated Ethernet interfaces (10/100/1000 Mbps) for communication and
data exchange with automation devices, e.g. SIMATIC S7.
You need suitable software to use this functionality: STEP 7, WinCC, WinAC, SIMATIC NET.
Industrial Ethernet
You can establish a network between the IPC and other devices via Industrial Ethernet. The
on-board LAN interfaces are twisted-pair interfaces with data transmission rates of
10/100/1000 Mbps.
Note
You need a category 6 Ethernet cable for operation at 1000 Mbps.
PROFINET
PROFINET can be operated via:
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Standard Ethernet interfaces (RT)
SIMATIC NET
You can use this software package to create, operate and configure an innovative network
for Field & Control level. The software package and the documentation are not included in
the scope of delivery.
Additional information
You can find additional information on the Internet at: Technical support
