Features:
- The CP 1613 processes Industrial Ethernet communication for a host PC.
- A 32-bit 5 V PCI interface carries board power and application data.
- RJ45 and ITP connectors provide two documented physical-media choices.
HARDNET-IE software exposes the board services to PC applications.
S7, PG and open-communication jobs use the CP rather than a generic host adapter.
The S7-REDCONNECT option supplies the documented redundant-controller path.
The Siemens 6GK1161-3AA00 SIMATIC NET CP 1613 PCI Communication Processor may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Siemens 6GK1161-3AA00 CP 1613 PCI Communication Processor Manuals,Datasheets,Link
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Linking PC applications to the communication hardware
- PCI bus: The board transfers host data through the 32-bit interface.
- Slot supply: The computer backplane delivers the documented 5 V and 12 V rails.
- Driver layer: HARDNET-IE software connects the operating system and CP services.
- Application handoff: Configured requests are processed by the board before network transfer.
Selecting the physical connector for the installed plant network
- RJ45: Standard twisted-pair Industrial Ethernet uses the modular connector.
- ITP: The 15-pin interface connects the supported industrial twisted-pair cabling.
- Shared resources: Both media choices use the same CP communication functions.
- Link test: Cable, rate and partner settings are verified before application traffic.
Assigning automation communication to the board
- S7 connection: Configured partners exchange automation data through the CP.
- PG function: Engineering access uses the documented PG communication service.
- Open jobs: SEND and RECEIVE requests follow their configured application connections.
- Redundant path: S7-REDCONNECT manages the supported redundant-system communication.
Restoring hardware, software and network identity together
- Board detection: The PC must recognize the exact CP 1613 PCI execution.
- Software package: The matching HARDNET-IE installation provides drivers and APIs.
- Station data: Saved parameters restore addresses and configured connections.
- Partner test: A verified S7 or open-communication exchange confirms the complete path.