Installing and connecting the device
3.1 Preparing for installation
SIMATIC IPC427D
Operating Instructions, 05/2017, A5E31347215-AB
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3.1.3
Permitted mounting positions
Note
The device is only approved for operation in closed rooms.
Ensure the required minimum clearance to other components or enclosure panels:
•
Underneath at least 100 mm
•
Above at least 50 mm
NOTICE
Points to note with expansion cards
Expansion cards may impose restrictions on the installation location (fire-proof enclosure)
and permitted mounting positions (see Technical specifications). If the device has been
fitted with expansion cards, please observe the safety and installation instructions for the
expansion cards in the corresponding documentation.
If in doubt, install the device in an enclosure that is compliant with IEC/UL/EN/DIN-EN
60950-1, sections 4.6 and 4.7.3.
Horizontal mounting is the preferred position. The horizontal mounting options are as follows:
Installation on a DIN
rail
The interfaces are at
the bottom.
Wall mounting
The interfaces are at
the bottom.
The device can be mounted vertically on DIN rails or on the wall. The figure shows the
interfaces on the front.
