Operating the device and device functions
5.5 Extended device functions
SIMATIC IPC677D
Operating Instructions, 09/2014, A5E32995420-AC
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SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager
The "SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager" software is available for utilization of the AMT
functions with SIMATIC IPCs. The software can be ordered from the Siemens online
ordering system. For detailed information about "SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager", refer to
the corresponding product documentation: SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager
http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/48707158
Typical areas of application and functions of the SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager:
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Remote maintenance of SIMATIC IPC with AMT, for example for service purposes in the
case of a defective operating system or for adapting BIOS settings.
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Diagnostics without on-site use
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Convenient service: Access to AMT clients, such as headless systems, without additional
hardware
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Resource management
Requirement
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A device with Xeon processor
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A functioning and configured management engine
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A functioning and configured Ethernet connection
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A help desk PC with a functioning and configured Ethernet connection for the full AMT
functionality
Configuration of the AMT PC
You configure AMT by means of the BIOS setup and MEBx (Management Engine BIOS
Extension). MEBx is a BIOS extension for configuration of AMT (see BIOS description in
chapter "Technical specifications").
5.5.6
Trusted Platform Modul (TPM)
Depending on the ordered configuration, the motherboard contains a Trusted Platform
Module (TPM). A TPM is a chip that adds important security functions to your device, such
as enhanced protection of the PC against unauthorized manipulation by third parties. The
current operating systems, for example, Windows 7 and Windows 8, support these security
functions.
NOTICE
Import restrictions
TPM technology is subject to legal restrictions in some regions and may not be used there.
You could commit a crime by importing or exporting the device in certain countries.
Note the respective import provisions for the TPM module.