Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System User Manual

Configuring
S7-1500 Automation System
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After you have selected the CPU in the "Hardware detection for PLC_x" dialog, and have
clicked the "Detect" button, STEP 7 loads the hardware configuration (including modules)
from the CPU into your project.
Figure 7-4 Result of the hardware detection in the device view

Siemens SIMATIC S7-1500 Automation System Specifications

General

Series	SIMATIC S7-1500
Programming	TIA Portal (Totally Integrated Automation Portal)
Protection Class	IP20
CPU	Various models available (e.g., CPU 1511-1 PN, CPU 1518-4 PN/DP)
Controller Type	Modular Controller
Programming Languages	LAD, FBD, STL, SCL, GRAPH
Communication Interfaces	PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet, OPC UA
Digital Inputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Digital Outputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Analog Inputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Analog Outputs	Varies by model and expansion modules
Backplane Bus	High-speed backplane bus for fast communication between modules
Redundancy	Supported with specific models and configurations
Safety	Integrated safety functions available
Scalability	Highly scalable with modular expansion
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C