Overview

Rack PCs are flexible, high-availability industrial PC systems for powerful yet compact applications using 19" technology. 

SIMATIC IPC547 – latest technology and maximum performance 

Shared industrial functionality of the IPC series 547

• Maximum system performance for complex automation tasks and computationally intensive PC tasks in the industrial environment through use of Intel Core processors 
• Designed for 24-hour continuous operation 
• Monitoring and diagnostics functions (e.g. temperature, fan, watchdog) 
• RAID1 configuration (mirrored drives), optionally in hot swap drive bays 
• Hard disks with capacities up to 1 TB for large volumes of data 
• SSD (Solid-State Drive), also as RAID1 configuration, optional 
• Redundant AC power supply, optional
• Compact dimensions for installation in control cabinets only 500 mm deep 
• Dust protection thanks to overpressure ventilation concept with fan on the front and dust filter 
• Lockable front door 
• Service-friendly equipment design due to prepared telescopic rail mounting 
• Service-friendly device design due, for example, to the replacement of filters/fans from the front without the need for tools, or opening of the enclosure with just one screw.
• Universal implementation as an industrial workstation or server 
• Operating system preinstalled and activated for fast startup 
• Fast restoration of the delivery status of the HDD thanks to restore DVD 
• High flexibility and expandability of components 
• PCI and PCI Express expansion slots 
• Independent industrial product design

SIMATIC IPC547G – latest technology and maximum performance at an attractive price 

• Intel Core i processors 6th generation
• Maximum processor performance in maximum configuration without loss of power (throttling) at ambient temperatures of up to 40 °C 
• Optional RAID5 configuration (striping with parity) in hot swap drive bays 
• RAID1 and RAID5 configurations with additional hot spare hard disk, optional
• Hard disks with capacities up to 2 TB for large volumes of data
• Low noise output thanks to controlled fans 
• Status and alarm LEDs at the front for signaling critical system states 
• Availability at least 2.5 years 
• Guaranteed spare parts availability for at least 3 years 

Benefits

Rugged design

The overall design aims to achieve maximum safety for electromagnetic, vibration and shock loads. A well-designed pressurized ventilation concept ensures that even the maximum configuration can support high operating temperatures – and dust protection is included.

Service-friendly device design

Particular attention was paid to making servicing extremely simple. PC components (e.g. slots, memory modules) are readily accessible. Fan filters and fans can be replaced without tools even when unit is built-in.

Performance

Due to the use of the latest generation of Intel Pentium Dual Core processors to Xeon (4th generation technology), SIMATIC Rack PCs are flexibly scalable for your application.

System availability

SIMATIC racks can be ordered in custom configurations and are supplied ready for use. The design's high system availability can be further extended by means of additional data backup options (e.g. RAID1 or RAID5 system, redundant power supply, SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator) and efficient self-diagnostics software (SIMATIC IPC DiagMonitor).

Integrated interfaces

Two onboard Gbit Ethernet interfaces are available for communication in the office world or at the control level. Integrated USB interfaces on the rear and front panels make connecting I/O devices from the PC world (e.g. external hard disks for mobile data backup, keyboard and/or mouse for operation) child's play. For advanced graphics applications, a spare PCI Express slot and a high-performance graphics card for the connection of two monitors are available.

Expandability

With up to 11 free PC slots, the SIMATIC Rack PC offers maximum leeway for expansions for installation in space-saving cabinets with a depth of just 500 mm.

The continuity with IPC547, IPC647, IPC847

The SIMATIC Rack PC models can be ordered for a period of at least 1.5 years; spare parts remain obtainable for at least 3 years after active marketing is concluded. Long-term functionality of the hardware and software is also ensured. Long-term availability of PC components from the Intel embedded line ensures high investment protection.

Technical specifications