SIMATIC Rack PC 840 V2
Operating Instructions, Edition 05/2006, A5E00248055-04
7-1
Commissioning
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7.1
7.1
Requirements for commissioning
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Before you switch on the device, you should verify that the peripherals are connected, i.e.
the keyboard, mouse, monitor and the power supply.
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The operating system of your device is preinstalled on the hard disk.
Caution
Risk of damage to the device!
Make sufficient allowances for the device to acquire room temperature before you put it
into use. If condensation develops, wait at least 12 hours before switching on the device.
7.2
7.2
Initial Commissioning - Initial Startup
The Rack PC operating system is automatically set up the first time you switch on the
device. Procedure:
1. Press the on/off button. The green power LED lights up. The PC performs a POST. During
the self-test, this message appears:
Press <F2> to enter SETUP
2. Wait until this message is cleared, then follow the instructions on the screen.
3. Type in the Product Key as required. You can find this key on the "Certificate of
Authentication", in the "Product Key" line.
Notice
The PC may not be switched off when you run setup.
Do not change the default BIOS settings, otherwise the operating system setup may become
corrupted.
4. Automatic restart
