Service and maintenance
11.7 Expansion and parameter assignment
SIMATIC HMI IPC677C
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Operating Instructions, 04/2013, A5E02722710-04
11.7.5
Installing/removing an on-board Compact Flash card
Note
We highly recommend that use use approved SIMATIC Compact Flash cards. Siemens
disclaims any liability for impairment of functions caused by the use of third-party cards.
Memory expansion options
The device features a slot for Compact Flash cards types I / II.
Note
This slot is not hot-plug capable. The Compact Flash card must be installed before the PC is
switched on and should only be removed when the device is switched off.
Preparation
Disconnect the device from the mains.
CAUTION
The electronic components on the PCBs are highly sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Always take appropriate precautionary measures when handling these components. Refer
to the ESD directives on handling electrostatic sensitive components (Page 260).