The SIMATIC HMI IPC is equipped as follows:

Computing unit

• Processor:
  • Intel Core2 Duo processor 1.86 GHz or
  • Intel Core2 Solo 1.2 GHz or
  • Intel Celeron M 1.2 GHz
• Main memory configuration:
  • 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB (SO-DIMM DDR3)
• Retentive memory
• Mass storage
  • Solid-state drive (SSD) ? 160 GB SATA for maximum shock tolerance since there are no rotating parts, or
  • Solid-state drive (SSD) Standard ? 80 GB (standard) or
  • Hard disk HDD ? 250 GB (2.5" SATA) with vibration-absorbent hard disk holder, ensuring reliable operation even under conditions of high mechanical stress, and/or
  • CF card (2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB or 16 GB)
• Onboard graphics
• Interfaces:
  • 2 x 10/100/1000 PROFINET (IE)
  • 4 x USB 2.0 interfaces on rear + 1 x USB 2.0 interface on front; all high current (500 mA)
  • 1 x serial V.24 (9-pin)
• Free slots for expansions:
  • 1 x PCI (slots with card retainer)
  • 1 x slot for CompactFlash Card (accessible from outside)
• Power supply:
  • 24 V DC or 100/240 V AC (autorange), 50/60 Hz
• Drive (optional)
  • DVD±RW±R combo drive
• Fieldbus onboard (optional)
  • 1 x PROFIBUS DP12/MPI interface (CP5611-compatible) and 2 x LAN 1 Gbit/s
  • 1 x PROFINET RT/IRT (3 Port), CP 1616-compatible

Operating unit

Operating units are available in the following sizes/resolutions:

• 12" Key: 12.1" TFT color display, 800 x 600 pixels
• Membrane keyboard with tactile feedback and integral mouse
• 12" Touch: 12.1" TFT color display, 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)
• 15" Key: 15.1" TFT color display, 1024 x 768 pixels
• Membrane keyboard with tactile feedback and integral mouse
• 15" Touch: 15.1" TFT color display, 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA)
• 19" Touch: 19.1" TFT color display, 1280 x 1024 pixels (SXGA)

The operating units have the following functionality:

• Analog resistive touch screen or tactile membrane keyboard with system keys and 36 user-configurable function keys
• Degree of protection IP65 and NEMA 4
• USB 2.0 interface on the front for connecting external peripherals such as mouse or keyboard

Expansion components

SIMATIC IPC DiagMonitor

• PC diagnostics/alarm software for early detection and diagnosis of PC problems

SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator

• Software tool for preventive data back-up of the contents of bulk storage (CF cards, hard disks)
• High-speed restoring of system and data partitions with bit accuracy; user software and special installations are also backed up
• Software tool for adaptation of mass storage partitioning.

SIMATIC PC USB FlashDrive

• Mobile memory medium for SIMATIC PC/PG

SIMATIC IPC Service USB FlashDrive

• Mobile memory medium for backing up/restoring mass memories
• Pre-installed Image & Partition Creator
• Ultra-compact and rugged

Industrial USB Hub 4

• Industry-standard USB 2.0 hub, front IP65

Additional accessories

• Touch pen (cannot be lost) for operating the touch devices
• Protective membranes to protect the touch screen against dirt/scratches
• Labeling membranes for labeling the user-configurable function keys of the key devices