Description of the device
3.9 PLUG
SCALANCE S615
Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07
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If the PLUG contains a license, additional functions are also enabled.
Note
If the device was configured at some time with a KEY-PLUG or PLUG license, the device
can no longer be used without this PLUG. To be able to use the device again, reset the
device to the factory settings.
During operation:
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During operation, changes to the configuration are saved on the PLUG and in the
internal memory.
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The configuration data of the device is stored in a secured memory area of the PLUG.
This secured memory area can only be accessed via the authentication of the Siemens
device.
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The device checks whether or not a PLUG is inserted at one second intervals. If the
device detects that the PLUG has been removed, it restarts automatically.
NOTICE
Operating risk - Danger of data loss
Only pull and plug the PLUG when the device is de-energized.
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The device signals deviations from normal operation of the PLUG (e.g., incompatible
data, incorrect operation or malfunctions) via the existing diagnostic mechanisms
(e.g., LEDs or user interfaces). The user then has the choice of either removing the
PLUG again or selecting the option to reformat the PLUG.
The procedure for pulling and plugging the PLUG can be found in the section "Replacing the
PLUG (Page 56)" in the operating instructions for the device.
