Siemens SICAM AK Manual page 3

Preface
Purpose of this manual
This manual describes basic terms about redundancy in SICAM AK and conveys basic
knowledge about the principle functionality of redundancy:
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Redundant basic system elements (BSE)
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Redundant automation units (AU)
under the aspects of redundancy switchover, hardware redundancy and application-related
redundancy.
In addition certain default configurations are shown:
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Representation of the configurations
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Connection instructions
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Information about cable types and lengths used
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List of modules and cables used
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Parameterization of the redundancy application
Target Group
The document you are reading right now is addressed to users, who are in charge of the
following engineering tasks:
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Conceptual activities, as for example design and configuration
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Mechanical installation
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Engineering and testing with the designated engineering tools
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Technical system maintenance and service, module handling
Within this manual there are hints how to obtain information or files by means of
Support Products. If you have no access please consult your project manager at Siemens.
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