Maintaining and repairing the device   
8.3 Configuring firmware/BIOS 
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Configuring firmware/BIOS 
You can find information on the firmware/BIOS under: "Firmware/BIOS description 
(Page 91)". 
 
We recommend the software tool 
SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator 
(as of V3.5.1) to 
back up data under Windows. 
This tool enables easy backup and fast restoration of entire memory cards and drive 
contents as well as individual partitions (images).  
It supports burning DVD media.  
SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator
 can be ordered using the Siemens online ordering 
system (https://mall.industry.siemens.com). For more information about SIMATIC IPC 
Image & Partition Creator, refer to the corresponding product documentation.  
 
We recommend the software tool 
SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator
 (as of V3.5.1) for 
modifying partitions under Windows. 
SIMATIC IPC Image & Partition Creator
 can be ordered using the Siemens online ordering 
system (https://mall.industry.siemens.com). For more information about SIMATIC IPC 
Image & Partition Creator, refer to the corresponding product documentation.  
You can find information on partitioning the operating system in the factory state under "Boot 
mode and partitions in the delivery state (Page 103)". 
 
The devices described in these operating instructions can be recycled thanks to their low 
level of pollutants. Contact a certified disposal service company for environmentally sound 
recycling and disposal of your old devices.