Siemens 6ES7716-2BA16-0EB4 SIMATIC Field PG M4 Premium Programming Device

Description

The Siemens 6ES7716-2BA16-0EB4 is a SIMATIC Field PG M4 Premium plus industrial programming device, engineered for demanding automation tasks. It features a powerful Core I7-35X0M processor with a base frequency of 2.9 GHz (up to 3.6 GHz with Turbo BOOST technology) and 4 MB cache. The device is equipped with 16 GB RAM (2x 8GB), a 1 TB SATA HDD, and an HD Graphic 4000 for clear visuals on its 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) display. It includes a DVD RW optical drive and an AZERTY (French) keyboard layout. This Field PG M4 comes with a DUAL BOOT configuration of Windows XP Professional SP3 and Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 (64-bit) and is pre-licensed with essential Siemens engineering software, including STEP7 Prof combo (V13/2010), WinCC Advanced combo (V13/WinCC flexible 2008), and STEP 7 Micro/WIN V4.0 (software version V13.0.1.0). An MPI cable is included, but the device is supplied without an S5 interface or S5-EPROMMER. Power supply cables are provided for DE, FR, NL, SP, BEL, OES, SWD, and FIN regions.

Features

• Integrated Core I7-35X0M Processor (2.9 GHz base, 3.6 GHz Turbo)
• 16 GB RAM (2x 8GB) for efficient multitasking
• 1 TB SATA HDD for ample storage
• 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) Display
• DVD RW Optical Drive
• DUAL BOOT Operating System (Windows XP Prof SP3 / Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit)
• Pre-licensed with STEP7 Prof combo, WinCC Advanced combo, and STEP 7 Micro/WIN V4.0
• Includes MPI cable
• AZERTY (French) keyboard layout

Applications

The Siemens SIMATIC Field PG M4 Premium Programming Device is suitable for a range of industrial automation applications, including:

• On-site programming and configuration of Siemens SIMATIC PLCs and HMIs.
• Commissioning and diagnostics of automation systems in industrial environments.
• Development and testing of control programs and visualization projects.
• Mobile engineering tasks requiring robust hardware and pre-installed Siemens software.

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

1. Power Connection: Connect the appropriate power supply cable for your region (DE, FR, NL, SP, BEL, OES, SWD, FIN) to the Field PG and a suitable power outlet. Ensure the power source meets the device's requirements.
2. Initial Setup: Power on the device. Follow the on-screen prompts for initial operating system configuration if required.
3. Software Activation: Verify the pre-installed Siemens engineering software (STEP7 Prof, WinCC Advanced, STEP 7 Micro/WIN) licenses are active. Consult Siemens documentation for any necessary activation steps.
4. Peripheral Connections: Connect any necessary peripherals such as external monitors, USB devices, or network cables to the available ports.
5. MPI Cable Usage: Utilize the included MPI cable for direct communication with SIMATIC PLCs. Ensure proper connection to the PLC's MPI/DP port and the Field PG's corresponding interface.
6. Environmental Considerations: Operate the Field PG within its specified environmental conditions (temperature, humidity) to ensure reliable performance and longevity.
7. Security Practices: Implement standard IT security practices, including regular software updates, antivirus protection, and secure password policies, especially when connecting to industrial networks.