Siemens SIMATIC PC Adapter USB - Properties of the PC Adapter USB; Functionality Overview

PC Adapter USB
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1 Properties of the PC Adapter USB
The PC Adapter USB is compatible with USB V1.1 and satisfies the requirements
for "Low-Powered“ USB devices. The SIMATIC PC Adapter USB supports the
energy saving mode (hibernate mode).
1.1 Function
The SIMATIC PC Adapter USB connects a PC to the MPI/DP interface of an
S7/M7/C7 system via USB.
A slot is not required in the PC, which means that the adapter can also be used for
non-expandable PCs such as notebooks.
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Fig. 1-1: Configuration with PC Adapter USB
Note
Only one PC Adapter USB can be used on a PC.