Installing and connecting the device
3.2 Mounting the device
SIMATIC IPC847E
Operating Instructions, 10/2018, A5E43920357-AA
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3.2
Mounting the device
3.2.1
Mounting types
Note
If the device is permanently installed, mounted on telescopic rails or operated as tower, it
must not be subjected to vibration stress during operation. In these cases, use only SSDs
and not HDDs as drives.
Horizontal: Mounting with cabinet brackets
The device can be installed horizontally in control cabinets and 19" rack systems.
This installation type meets the requirements in accordance with IEC60297-3-100.
Horizontal: Mounting on telescopic rails
The device can be installed horizontally in control cabinets and 19" rack systems.
When telescopic rails are used for mounting, the device can be withdrawn fully from the
cabinet or rack. Note the information in "Technical specifications of the telescopic rails
(Page 162)".
Horizontal: Mounting on device base
This installation type meets the requirements in accordance with IEC60297-3-100.
Vertical: Mounting on device base
For vertical operation, mount the device on a horizontal base made of metal and secure it
against falling.
The following are available from Rittal device bases (
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) for this purpose (Rittal Type TE 7000.620,
Rittal Type VR 5501.655, Rittal Type DK 5501.655). You should also observe the information
of the manufacturer of the device bases.
Vertical: with tower kit
For the vertical operation of the device with a tower kit, the device has a cover and feet. The
tower kit can be ordered as an option , see "Hardware accessories (Page 30)".
Additional information
You can also find additional information in the QIG (Quick Installation Guide), which comes
with your device.