Siemens Simatic Industrial PC IPC427C User Manual

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Glossary

SIMATIC IPC427C
Operating Instructions, 04/2009, A5E02414743-01

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IGD

Integrated Graphics Device. Graphics interface integrated in the chipset.

Image

This refers to the image, for example, of hard disk partitions saved to a file in order to restore

them when necessary.

Intel VT

The Intel Virtualization Technology (IVT) is the implementation of a secure closed

environment for applications. Special (visualization) software an a VT-capable processor is

required for its use.

InterfaceInterface

See Interface
● Physical interconnection (cable) of hardware elements such as PLCs, PCs, programming

devices, printers or monitors.

● Interface for interactive software applications.

InterfaceInterface

See Interface
● Physical interconnection (cable) of hardware elements such as PLCs, PCs, programming

devices, printers or monitors.

● Interface for interactive software applications.

Interface, multi-point

MPI is the programming interface of SIMATIC S7/M7. Allows remote access to

programmable modules, text-based displays and OPs from central locations. The MPI nodes

can intercommunicate.

LAN

Local Area Network: LAN is a local network that consists of a group of computers and other

devices that are distributed across a relatively restricted range and are linked with

communication cables. The devices connected to a LAN are called nodes. The purpose of

networks is the mutual use of files, printers or other resources.

Legacy USB support

Support of USB devices (e.g. mouse, keyboard) on the USB ports without driver.

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