SIMATIC IPC547D 
Operating Instructions, 06/2011, A5E03473780-01 
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Device maintenance and repair 
7
7.1  Removing and installing hardware components 
7.1.1  Repair information 
Carrying out repairs   
Only qualified personnel are permitted to repair the device. 
 
WARNING 
 
Unauthorized opening and improper repairs on the device may result in substantial damage 
to equipment or endanger the user. 
  Always disconnect the power plug before you open the device. 
  Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other 
expansion devices, you may damage the device or violate the safety requirements and 
regulations on RF suppression. Contact your technical support team or where you 
purchased your PC to find out which system expansion devices may safely be installed. 
 
If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your device, the warranty 
becomes void. 
 
CAUTION 
 
Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) 
The device contains electronic components which are destroyed by electrostatic charges. 
This can result in malfunctions and damage to the machine or plant. 
Therefore, make sure you take precautionary measures even when you open the device, 
for example, when opening device doors, device covers or the housing cover. For more 
information, refer to the chapter "ESD guidelines (Page 91)" 
 
Limitation of Liability   
All technical specifications and approvals of the device only apply if you use expansion 
components that have a valid CE approval (CE mark). The installation instructions for 
expansion components in the associated documentation must be observed. 
UL approval of the device only applies when the UL-approved components are used 
according to their "Conditions of Acceptability".