Siemens 6ES7716-1BA10-0AB3 SIMATIC Field PG M4 Premium Programming Device

Description

The Siemens 6ES7716-1BA10-0AB3 is a SIMATIC Field PG M4 Premium industrial programming device, designed for engineering and commissioning tasks within automation environments. This robust portable workstation features a Core i5-3320M processor with 3 MB cache, operating at 2.6 GHz and capable of up to 3.3 GHz with Turbo Boost Technology. It includes a DVD RW optical drive and HD Graphics 4000, paired with a 1 TB SATA HDD for ample storage. The device is equipped with a 15.6-inch Full HD display (1920x1080 resolution) and a QWERTY keyboard (also supporting German layout). It comes with a line cable suitable for various European regions (DE, FR, NL, SP, BEL, OES, SWD, FIN) and runs on Windows XP Professional SP3 English MUI (32-bit, with DE/EN/FR/ES/IT language support). The system is configured with 1 x 4 GB RAM. Notably, it is supplied without an S5 interface or S5-EPROMMER. While STEP 7 Professional V13 and WinCC Advanced V13 are not pre-installed, licenses for STEP 7 Professional Combo (V13/2010), WinCC Advanced Combo (V13/WinCC Flexible 2008), and STEP 7 Micro/WIN V4.0 are included, along with an MPI cable. The software version is V13.0.0.0. This product is currently in a Phase-Out PLM stage.

Features

• SIMATIC Field PG M4 Premium series
• Intel Core i5-3320M Processor (2.6 GHz, up to 3.3 GHz with Turbo Boost)
• 3 MB Processor Cache
• 1 TB SATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
• DVD RW Optical Drive
• HD Graphics 4000
• 15.6-inch Full HD Display (1920 x 1080)
• QWERTY Keyboard (with German layout support)
• Windows XP Professional SP3 English MUI (32-bit, multi-language)
• 4 GB RAM (1 x 4 GB configuration)
• Includes MPI cable
• Licenses for STEP 7 Professional Combo (V13/2010), WinCC Advanced Combo (V13/WinCC Flexible 2008), and STEP 7 Micro/WIN V4.0
• Without S5 Interface and S5-EPROMMER

Applications

The Siemens SIMATIC Field PG M4 is primarily utilized in industrial automation for:

• Programming and configuration of SIMATIC PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
• HMI (Human Machine Interface) development and commissioning
• On-site diagnostics and troubleshooting of automation systems
• Software development and testing for industrial control applications
• Data acquisition and analysis in field environments

Technical Specifications

Connections / Interfaces

The SIMATIC Field PG M4 provides essential connectivity for industrial automation tasks:

• MPI (Multi Point Interface): An included MPI cable facilitates direct connection to SIMATIC S7 PLCs for programming and diagnostics.
• Standard PC Interfaces: The device includes typical PC interfaces such as USB ports, Ethernet, and display outputs (details not specified in source) for general connectivity and peripheral integration.

Installation Guidelines

1. Unpacking and Inspection: Carefully unpack the Field PG and inspect for any visible shipping damage.
2. Power Connection: Connect the provided line cable to the Field PG and a suitable power outlet. Ensure the power supply matches the device's requirements.
3. Initial Boot-up: Power on the device. Follow any on-screen prompts for initial Windows XP setup if applicable.
4. Software Installation/Configuration: Although some software is licensed, ensure necessary SIMATIC engineering software (e.g., STEP 7, WinCC) is installed and configured according to project requirements.
5. Peripheral Connections: Connect any required peripherals such as external monitors, USB devices, or network cables.
6. MPI Connection: Use the included MPI cable to connect the Field PG to the MPI port of the target SIMATIC PLC.
7. Environmental Considerations: Operate the Field PG within typical office or industrial control room environments, avoiding extreme temperatures, humidity, or excessive dust.
8. Data Backup: Regularly back up critical project data and system configurations to prevent data loss.