SIMATIC IPC547D 
Operating Instructions, 06/2011, A5E03473780-01 
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Preface 
Purpose of the Operating Instructions 
These operating instructions contain all the information you need for commissioning and 
operation of the SIMATIC IPC547D.  
It is intended both for programming and testing personnel who commission the device and 
connect it with other units (automation systems, programming devices), as well as for service 
and maintenance personnel who install add-ons or carry out fault/error analyses. 
Validity of the Operating Instructions 
These operating instructions are valid for all supplied versions of the SIMATIC IPC547D. 
Conventions 
The terms "PC" or "device" are sometimes used in place of the product name 
SIMATIC IPC547D in these operating instructions. 
Basic knowledge required 
Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft operating systems is required. General 
knowledge in the field automation control engineering is recommended. 
Position in the information landscape 
The documentation for the SIMATIC IPC547D includes the following sections: 
●  SIMATIC IPC547D, Compact Operating Instructions 
●  SIMATIC IPC547D, Operating Instructions 
The documentation is part of the "Documentation and Drivers" DVD supplied with the 
product.  
For further instructions on how to handle the software, please refer to the corresponding 
documentation. 
History 
Currently released versions of these operating instructions: 
 
Version  Comments 
06/2011  First edition