Overview
2.1 Product description
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Operating Instructions, 12/2018, A5E43198909-AA
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Industrial functionality
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Integrated PROFIBUS DP/MPI interface that supports operation on virtual operating
systems
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RS232/TTY interface (COM1)
The COM interface with RS232 functionality is integrated in every device by default.
Optional additional TTY interface functionality, which is dependent on the selected
hardware.
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Integrated card readers for SIMATIC:
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SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-300/400
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SMC (SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-1x00)
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SIMATIC Micro Memory Card for S7-300/C7/ET200
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Programming interfaces for SIMATIC Memory Card, SMC, SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
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Programming interfaces for S5 EPROM modules (depending on configuration)
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Integrated Multimedia Card Reader for:
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SD card (including SD UHS-II)
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Multi Media Card (MMC)
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Integrated card reader for smart cards
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Connection to company networks and WAN (wide area network) without additional
hardware through two full and independent Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
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WLAN corresponding to IEEE 802.11 ac
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Integrated Bluetooth in accordance with standard 5.0
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Fast, easily exchangeable SATA drive
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4 USB 3.0 ports, including 1 USB port with charging function for smartphones
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HDA (High Definition Audio) interface for sound
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Integrated Trusted Platform Module to TPM 2.0 standard
System availability
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Optional Image & Partition Creator data backup software
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Application areas
The compact SIMATIC Field PG M6 is designed for use in the field, for example for:
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configuring, programming as well as simulating automation solutions in the office
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commissioning, maintenance and servicing automation solutions on site at the plant
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use of modern office applications in the office or when traveling
Its robust design makes the Field PG M6 especially well-suited for harsh industrial
environments. This is evidenced by the housing made of impact-resistant and torsionally-
rigid magnesium alloy and the generously sized bumpers on the corners of the housing,
among other design features.