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SIMATIC IPC847D

The SIMATIC IPC847D is an extremely robust, high-performance industrial PC in 19" rack design (4 U) with excellent industrial functionality.

It offers:

• Maximum expandability
• Extreme ruggedness
• Intel® Core® i / Xeon technology 4th Generation

Maximum industrial compatibility and compactness for 24-hour use in an industrial environment

• Maximum processor performance (in maximum configuration) without loss of power (throttling) at ambient temperatures of up to 50 °C
• Distinct product design with new front design and fully-coated, dirt-resistant surfaces
• All-metal housing with high EMC for use in industrial environment
• Suitable for installing in space-saving control cabinets only 500 mm deep
• Dust protection thanks to overpressure ventilation concept with fan on the front and dust filter
• Special hard disk holders and card retainers for protection against vibration and shock

High productivity thanks to faster data processing

• Intel® processors of the 4th generation: Xeon, Core i5 or Core i3 with turbo-boost, hyper-threading and virtualization technology
• Graphics controller (HD graphics 4600) integrated in the processor for exceptionally high graphics performance
• Maximum performance (e.g. Intel C226 Express chipset, DDR3 memory with the support of dual-channel technology)
• High data transfer rates (e.g. PCI-Express technology: Gen 2 and Gen 3, USB 3.0 SuperSpeed (500 Mbit/s), SATA III / 6 Gbit/s)

Reduction in downtimes through high system availability

• Secure 24-hour operation (high MTBF, variable-speed fan) at ambient temperature up to 50° C
• High data security due to RAID configurations: Onboard RAID controller or high-performance hardware RAID controllers (PCIe x8) with Zero-Maintenance Cache Protection module
• RAID1 configuration: Redundant data storage on two SATA or SAS hard disks, also in hot-swap removable drive bays and with additional SSD (for operating system) or hot spare hard disk option
• RAID5 configuration: Striping with parity on three SATA or SA hard disks for increased memory capacity in hot-swap removable drive bays, with additional hot spare hard disk option
• "Hot swap" HDD in removable drive bay in RAID configurations (replacement of hard disk during operation)
• "Hot spare" HDD in removable drive bay in RAID configurations (the rebuild process on the "hot spare" hard disk starts up automatically)
• Fast identification and replacement of the hard disk in the event of a fault by means of HDD alarm LEDs for RAID configurations and unambiguous numbering
• Status display (front LEDs) for Ethernet and PROFIBUS or PROFINET; alarm indication for fan, temperature, watchdog and hard disks in RAID1/5 configurations
• Efficient self-diagnostics per SIMATIC PC DiagBased or DiagMonitor software (optional)
• Remote control and maintenance with iAMT 9.0 (Intel® Active Management Technology)
• Solid-state drive (SSD) and ECC memory (optional)
• Redundant AC power supply with "hot swap" functionality (replacement of power supply module during operation), optional
• Integrated UPS (uninterruptible power supply) - AC power supply incl. maintenance-free lead-tin battery (optional)
• Redundant Gbit LAN connections (teaming capability)
• Securing of the replaceable components at the front (e.g. USB software dongle) against unauthorized access by means of a lockable door
• Locked fan cover: Filter mat and front fan can only be replaced when front door is open
• The enclosure cover can only be opened if the front door is open
• Secure internal USB slot in device for software dongle, for example
• Service-friendly device design (modifications, service) e.g. filter replacement or front fan replacement without tools

Cost reductions through high investment security

• Platform with long-term stability and embedded Intel components
• Availability of 3 to 6 years, guaranteed availability of spare parts for 5 years
• System-tested with SIMATIC components
• Certification for worldwide marketing (cULus)
• Support for legacy interfaces (PS/2, COM, LPT)
• Installation compatible for many device generations
• Worldwide service and support

Reduced costs due to time savings for commissioning, operation and servicing

• High degree of flexibility and expandability thanks to integrated interfaces and up to 11 slots (PCI and PCI-Express)
• Preinstalled and activated operating system
• Fast restoration of the delivery status of the HDD thanks to restore DVD
• Low noise output thanks to controlled fan
• Universal implementation as an industrial workstation or server
• PROFIBUS or PROFINET interface and RAID1/5 controller onboard (optional)
• 2 x LAN 10/100/1000 Mbit/s connections (Gbit LAN with teaming capability)
• Flexible applications in many different positions with telescopic rails or as tower industrial PC
• Remote maintenance with iAMT technology and SIMATIC IPC Remote Manager software

The SIMATIC IPC847D provides mechanical engineers, plant engineers, and control cabinet manufacturers with a high-performance, extremely flexible 19" rack PC platform for machine-level industrial use:

• Measuring, open-loop and closed-loop control of process and machine data
• Visualization of production processes
• Image processing and editing in the context of quality inspections
• Data recording and management
• Server applications

The SIMATIC IPC847D has CE marking for use in the industrial sector as well as in residential and commercial areas, and small businesses. In addition to industrial applications, it can also be used in building services automation or in facilities open to the public. Thanks to its installation depth of just 446 mm it can also be easily integrated into 500 mm 19" cabinets.

The SIMATIC IPC847D can be ordered in conjunction with WinAC RTX as well as WinCC flexible or WinCC as a SIMATIC HMI package for a reduced price.

Basic design

• All-metal 19" enclosure (4 U) for high mechanical resilience (vibration/shock) and high EMC
• Prepared for mounting of telescopic rails
• Horizontal and vertical installation is possible, can be used as an industrial tower PC by using the appropriate kit.
• Lockable front door for authorized access (access protection) to removable data storage media at the front, operating controls (Reset, Power), USB interface, front fan and dust filter
• Card retainer for PC modules for safe operation and transport (vibration, shock)
• Opening of the enclosure cover with only one screw and replacement of PC components (e.g. PC cards or HDD) with a single tool
• Front fan and dust filter can be replaced without tools
• Dust protection by means of overpressure ventilation using bearing seated front fan through filter
• 6 slots for installing drives
  • Front: 3 x 5.25" or up to 4 x HDD removable drive bays for 3.5"/2.5" (low-profile), 1 x slim for ODD
  • Internal: 2 x 3.5" (in the optional vibration-damping drive cage or in the fixed hard disk support)
• Graphics on-board, Intel® HD 4600 integrated in the processor, up to 3840 x 2160 pixels, 60 Hz, 32-bit colors
• Interfaces:
  • 2 x Intel Gbit Ethernet (RJ45, teaming-capable)
  • 4 x USB 3.0: 2 x rear, 1 x front, 1 x internal e.g. for software dongle with optional interlocking
  • 3 x USB 2.0: 2 x rear, 1 x front, can be used with door closed
  • 2 x DisplayPort V1.2, 1 x DVI-I, VGA via adapter cable (optional)
  • 1 x COM1, 2 x PS/2Audio: Line Out, Micro
• Power supply: 100 ... 240 V AC, 50 ... 60 Hz

Design versions

• Processor:
  • Intel® Xeon™ E3-1275 v3
    4C/8T, 3.5 (3.9) GHz, 8 MB cache, turbo-boost 2.0, Extended Memory 64 (EM64) and virtualization technology (VT-x/-d), iAMT 9.0
  • Intel® Xeon™ E3-1268L v3
    4C/8T, 2.3 (3.3) GHz, 8 MB cache, turbo-boost 2.0, Extended Memory 64 (EM64) and virtualization technology (VT-x/-d), iAMT 9.0
  • Intel® Core™ i5-4570TE
    2C/4T, 2.7 (3.3) GHz, 4 MB cache, turbo-boost 2.0, Extended Memory 64 (EM64) and virtualization technology (VT-x/-d), iAMT 9.0
  • Intel® Core™ i3-4330TE
    2C/4T, 2.4 GHz, 4 MB cache, Extended Memory 64 (EM64) and virtualization technology (VT-x)
• Main memory configuration as dual channel with 4 GB and higher for best performance
  • 2 GB to 32 GB DDR3-1600 SDRAM
  • 8 GB to 32 GB DDR3-1600 SDRAM, ECC memory

Memory notes:
In order to use a memory with more than 4 GB, a 64-bit operating system is required. In the case of configurations with at least 4 GB, the visible memory can be reduced to about 3.5 GB or less (with 32-bit operating systems).

• Fieldbus onboard:
  • PROFIBUS/MPI, CP5622-compatible or PROFINET, 3 x RJ45, CP1616-compatible
• Bus module with 11 spare slots for expansions (all long):
  • more PCI slots (7 PCI, 4 PCI-Express)
    7 x PCI
    1 x PCI-Express x16 (16 lane) Gen 3
    3 x PCI-Express x4 (1 lane) Gen 2
  • more PCI-Express slots (8 PCI-Express, 3 PCI)
    3 x PCI
    1 x PCI-Express x16 (8 lane) Gen 3
    2 x PCI-Express x16 (4 lane) Gen 3
    2 x PCI-Express x16 (4 lane) Gen 2
    3 x PCI-Express x4 (4 lane) Gen 2
• Graphics expansion:
  • PCI-Express graphics card x16 (Dual Head: 2 x VGA or 2 x DVI-D), 1 GB, up to 2 048 x 1 536 pixels, 60 Hz, 32-bit colors
  • Adapter cable (DVI-I to VGA) for the onboard graphics interface (1 x VGA) for connecting an analog monitor
• Hard disks (HDD) SATA/SAS 3.5'' with NCQ technology and solid-state drive (SSD) SATA 2.5'' with MLC technology
  • Mounted internally on the permanent hard disk support:
    1 x 500 GB HDD
    1 x 240 GB SSD
  • Internal installation in vibration/shock-absorbing hard disk support
    1 x 500 GB HDD
    1 x 1 TB HDD
    2 x 1 TB HDD
    RAID1, 1 TB (2 x 1 TB HDD, mirror disks), RAID controller onboard
    RAID1, 1 TB (2 x 1 TB HDD, mirror disks), RAID controller onboard + 1 x 240 GB SSD (for operating system)
  • Installed on the front in the low-profile removable drive bay (hot swapping in RAID configurations):
    1 x 500 GB HDD
    1 x 1 TB HDD
    2 x 1 TB HDD
    1 x 240 GB SSD
    RAID1, 1 TB (2 x 1 TB HDD, mirror disks), RAID controller onboard
    RAID1, 1 TB (2 x 1 TB HDD, mirror disks), RAID controller onboard + 1 x 1 TB HDD as Hot Spare
    RAID1, 1 TB (2 x 1 TB HDD, mirror disks), RAID controller onboard + 1 x 240 GB SSD (for operating system)
    RAID5, 2 TB (3 x 1 TB HDD, striping with parity), RAID controller onboard
    RAID5, 2 TB (3 x 1 TB HDD, Striping with parity), RAID controller onboard + 1 x 1 TB HDD as Hot Spare
    RAID1, 1 TB (2x 1 TB HDD SAS, mirror disks), PCIe x8 RAID controller incl. ZMCP module; (2 slots occupied)
    RAID1, 1 TB (2x 1 TB HDD SAS, mirror disks), PCIe x8 RAID controller incl. ZMCP module; (2 slots occupied) + 1x 240 GB SSD (for operating system)
    RAID5, 2 TB (3x 1 TB HDD SAS, striping with parity), PCIe x8 RAID controller incl. ZMCP module; (2 slots occupied)
    RAID5, 2 TB (3x 1 TB HDD SAS, striping with parity), PCIe x8 RAID controller incl. ZMCP module; (2 slots occupied) + 1x 1 TB HDD
    RAID1, 240 GB (2 x 240 GB SSD, mirror disks), RAID controller onboard
• Optical drive:
  • DVD±R/RW (slimline)
• Interfaces:
  • 1 x COM2 and 1 x LPT (in slot cover, occupies one slot) at rear
• Power supply:
  • 100...240 V AC, 50...60 Hz, redundant
  • 100...240 V AC, 50...60 Hz, integrated UPS functionality incl. maintenance-free lead-tin battery
  • Country-specific power cable
• Operating systems (preinstalled and activated):
  • Windows 7 Ultimate SP1, 32-bit, multi-language
  • Windows 7 Ultimate SP1, 64-bit, multi-language
  • Windows 10 Enterprise 2015, LTSB, 64-bit, multi-language
  • Windows 10 Enterprise 2016, LTSB, 64-bit, multi-language
  • Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard Edition SP1 incl. 5 clients, 64-bit, multi-language
  • Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard Edition incl. 5 clients, 64-bit, multi-language
  • Windows Server 2016 Standard Edition incl. 5 clients, 64-bit, multi-language
• Software expansions:
  • SIMATIC IPC DiagMonitor 1)
  • SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator 1)
  • TPM module - onboard security hardware (Trusted Platform Module)

1) Further information can be found under "Expansion components".

Rack PC SIMATIC IPC847D open

Rack PC SIMATIC IPC847D with interfaces

A Tower Kit can be ordered as an accessory for converting the computer into an industrial tower PC.
See "Ordering data for accessories".

Multi Core processor technology

Due to the use of two processor cores with hyper-threading, the Core i and Xeon processors are ideally suited to multi-thread application programs and multitasking. Several demanding applications - such as visualization applications with demanding graphics or programs executing extensive calculations - can be executed at the same time to enhance the response time of the system. Thanks to energy-optimized Multi Core technology and outstanding energy-saving properties, the Intel Core i/Xeon processors operate without any loss of performance even in demanding applications and at increased ambient temperatures up to 50 °C.

The SIMATIC IPC847D is preconfigured for Multi Core technology with Intel Core i processors and Microsoft operating systems, and offers higher performance and better multitasking in industrial environments.

Multi-display technology

The multi-display architecture with its modern functions for desktop and application management supports working with several screens and therefore considerably enhances productivity. The SIMATIC IPC847D with an optional dual-head graphics card (PCI Express x16) is optimized for industrial multi-display environments. The following screen modes are supported: Native DualView, Span or Big Desktop, Clone.

Connection options: 2 x VGA or 2 x DVI-D.

Additionally, on the SIMATIC IPC847D you can use the three already existing onboard graphics interfaces in combination with the optional dual-head graphics card which enables operation with up to five monitors.

Monitoring functions

Integrated monitoring functions: temperature inside enclosure, fan speed (CPU, power supply and front fan), program execution (watchdog)

Expanded diagnostics/messages via Ethernet, e-mail, text message and for direct transfer to SIMATIC software via OPC (optionally via SIMATIC IPC DiagMonitor):

• Operating hours counter
• Hard disk status, also for RAID configuration
• System status (heartbeat)
• Automatic logging of all messages to a log file
• Capability for central monitoring of networked SIMATIC IPC

AMT functionality (Intel Active Management Technology)

This feature allows remote access to the IPC for diagnostics and troubleshooting (service work) even with the operating system shut down:

• Controlled startup/shutdown of the IPC
• Access to BIOS settings and BIOS update
• Measures by means of remote access in the event of a fault, e.g. reboot
• Software updates from integrated ISO image

RAID functionality

RAID1 (mirroring) for automatic data mirroring on two SATA/SAS hard disks or RAID5 (striping with parity) for optimized utilization of capacity with high degree of fault tolerance on three SATA/SAS hard disks.

Hardware Raid controller (PCIe x8) (optional):

• Auto-Rebuild when changing from hard disks
• Fast rebuild to restore safe state again as quickly as possible
• Higher system performance by offloading the processor during the rebuild
• Zero-Maintenance Cache Protection: Protection of the data in the controller cache during power failures

Integral interfaces.

• Ethernet
  The two integrated Gigabit Ethernet interfaces (10/100/1000 Mbit/s) can be used for IT communication and for data exchange with programmable controllers such as SIMATIC S7 (with the "SOFTNET S7" software package).
• PROFIBUS
  The optional floating PROFIBUS interface (12 Mbit/s) can be used for connecting distributed field devices or interfacing to the SIMATIC S7 (with the "SOFTNET for PROFIBUS" software packages).
• PROFINET
  The optional PROFINET interface can be used for connecting distributed field devices or for controlling drives.
• Further interfaces
  For connecting additional I/O devices, 11 free slots for PC modules, seven USB interfaces, two serial interfaces, and one parallel interface are also available.

All dimensions in mm. For mounting cut-out see technical specifications.

SIMATIC IPC847D, Rack PC

The fixing screws of the telescopic rails should not project more than 5 mm into the enclosure.

The enclosure is prepared for the following telescopic rails:

• Rittal: Type 3659.180 for 600 mm cabinet / Type RP 3659.190 for 800 mm cabinet
• Schroff: Type 20110-072

Additional information is available on the Internet at:

http://www.siemens.com/simatic-pc