SIMATIC IPC477E
Operating Instructions, 11/2020, A5E37455003-AF
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Preface
Purpose of the Operating Instructions
These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and
operating the SIMATIC IPC477E.
It is intended both for programming and testing personnel who commission the device and
connect it with other units (automation systems, programming devices), as well as for service
and maintenance personnel who install add-ons or carry out fault/error analyses.
Basic knowledge required
A solid background in personal computers and Microsoft operating systems is required to
understand this manual. General knowledge in the field automation control engineering is
recommended.
Scope of the operating instructions
These operating instructions apply to "SIMATIC IPC477E" industrial PCs with article numbers
6AV7241... (built-in unit).
Changes and additions to the manuals are documented in the product information.
Therefore, regularly check whether product information has been made available for your
product (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/products?lc=en-ww).
Scope of this documentation
The documentation for the IPC includes the following:
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Product information, e.g. "Important notes on your device"
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Quick Install Guide SIMATIC IPC477E
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SIMATIC IPC477E Operating Instructions
The documentation is supplied with the IPC in multiple languages as PDF on the USB stick
supplied in the documentation package.
