Windows Automation Center, WinAC Slot Version 4.0
Hardware Installation and Operating Manual, Edition 02/2006, A5E00273194-02
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Getting Started: Communication between
a CPU 416-2 PCI and an S7-400
7.1
Preliminary Remarks on Getting Started
Information Regarding Getting Started
This section will familiarize you with how to work with WinAC Slot 41x using an
example of establishing a connection. As part of these hands-on exercises, we will
show you the most important dialogs and procedures.
Familiarity with mouse operation, windowing systems, pull-down menus, etc., and
basic knowledge about PLCs is also useful.
Training courses are available in which you can add to the knowledge you have
gained with Getting Started and learn how to create complete automation solutions
with STEP 7.
Requirements for Working with Getting Started
To perform the hands-on exercises in this Getting Started, you need the following:
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Siemens programming device or PC
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STEP 7 software package and authorization diskette
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SIMATIC S7-400 automation system
The Getting Started section is organized as follows.
1. Starting the Controller Panel of WinAC Slot 41x
2. Task: Communication from the CPU 416-2 PCI over the CP 1613 to an S7-400
3. Installing the Components of WinAC Slot 41x
4. Station Configuration Editor
5. Creating a Project in SIMATIC Manager
6. Hardware Configuration for Box PC 840
7. Hardware Configuration for S7-400 Station
8. Configuring the Network
9. Configuring a Connection
10. Communication
11. Going Online with STEP 7 to the CPU 41x-2 PCI
