Features:
- The 32-bit CardBus processor gives a compatible notebook or programming device an Industrial Ethernet interface.
- A cable adapter converts the card connector to an RJ45 10/100BASE-T network connection.
- SOFTNET-S7 or SOFTNET-PG links engineering and communication applications to the card.
Ethernet autonegotiation selects the common rate and duplex mode with the attached port.
A physical link does not replace the required driver and PC-station software configuration.
CardBus slot type, adapter cable and legacy operating-system support must be checked together.
The Siemens 6GK1151-2AA00 SIMATIC NET CP 1512 CardBus Communications Processor may remain available for quotation and support beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Siemens 6GK1151-2AA00 SIMATIC NET CP 1512 CardBus Processor Manuals,Datasheets,Link
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Following communication from the notebook bus to Ethernet
- Host slot: The 68-pin connector enters a compatible 32-bit CardBus interface.
- CP driver: The operating system driver exposes the communications processor to SIMATIC NET software.
- Cable adapter: The 15-pin external connection carries the network signals to RJ45.
- Ethernet link: Twisted-pair cabling connects the adapter to the switch or controller network.
Selecting a common copper Ethernet operating mode
- Rate choice: The two ports agree on 10 or 100 Mbit/s.
- Duplex choice: Autonegotiation selects half or full duplex with the peer.
- Supported media: The hardware covers 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX twisted pair.
- Excluded media: 100BASE-T4 and 100BASE-FX require different network hardware.
Connecting engineering applications to the physical card
- Board driver: The compatible CP 1512 driver must load under the legacy operating system.
- SOFTNET layer: S7 or PG services use the communications processor through SIMATIC NET software.
- PC station: Configured access points assign each application to the intended interface.
- Functional check: A PLC connection test follows physical link and driver recognition.
Preserving a complete engineering-notebook communication set
- Hardware set: The card, adapter lead and RJ45 attachment remain together.
- Software media: Driver and compatible SOFTNET installation files are retained.
- Configuration backup: PC-station and application access-point settings are exported where possible.
- Replacement check: Slot type and operating-system support are confirmed before moving the card.