Overview
2.1 Product description
SIMATIC Field PG M6
Operating Instructions, 12/2018, A5E43198909-AA
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● Integrated PROFIBUS DP/MPI interface that supports operation on virtual operating
systems
● RS232/TTY interface (COM1)
The COM interface with RS232 functionality is integrated in every device by default.
Optional additional TTY interface functionality, which is dependent on the selected
hardware.
● Integrated card readers for SIMATIC:
– SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-300/400
– SMC (SIMATIC Memory Card for S7-1x00)
– SIMATIC Micro Memory Card for S7-300/C7/ET200
● Programming interfaces for SIMATIC Memory Card, SMC, SIMATIC Micro Memory Card
● Programming interfaces for S5 EPROM modules (depending on configuration)
● Integrated Multimedia Card Reader for:
– SD card (including SD UHS-II)
– Multi Media Card (MMC)
● Integrated card reader for smart cards
● Connection to company networks and WAN (wide area network) without additional
hardware through two full and independent Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
● WLAN corresponding to IEEE 802.11 ac
● Integrated Bluetooth in accordance with standard 5.0
● Fast, easily exchangeable SATA drive
● 4 USB 3.0 ports, including 1 USB port with charging function for smartphones
● HDA (High Definition Audio) interface for sound
● Integrated Trusted Platform Module to TPM 2.0 standard
● Optional Image & Partition Creator data backup software
The compact SIMATIC Field PG M6 is designed for use in the field, for example for:
● configuring, programming as well as simulating automation solutions in the office
● commissioning, maintenance and servicing automation solutions on site at the plant
● use of modern office applications in the office or when traveling
Its robust design makes the Field PG M6 especially well-suited for harsh industrial
environments. This is evidenced by the housing made of impact-resistant and torsionally-
rigid magnesium alloy and the generously sized bumpers on the corners of the housing,
among other design features.
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