Within a centralized architecture with SIMATIC S7-1500 as well as in decentralized architecture with SIMATIC ET 200MP PtP Communication Moules are employed. Serial interfaces can be used to connect e.g. barcode or RFID readers for non-contact data transmission.
Four communication modules are available for connecting automation components via serial interfaces.

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With high-performance communication functions and integrated security functionality, the CP 1543-1 communication module opens up additional areas of use for the S7-1500.

• Secure connection to Industrial Ethernet via Stateful Inspection Firewall in addition to CPU password protection

• Configurable access rights for local and remote access

• Simple alarms via email and transmission of production data to control computer via FTP(S) file transfer

• Flexible integration in IPv6-based infrastructure

• Possibility of segmentation for constructing identical machines with the same IP addresses

• Overall project planning – including security functionality – integrated in TIA portal

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The CM 1542-5 supports the functions PROFIBUS DP-Master and PROFIBUS DP-Slave according to international standard IEC 61158/61784. This module enables connection of PROFIBUS devices to S7-1500 controllers that do not have a PROFIBUS interface on the CPU

• Simple expansion of the system using additional PROFIBUS strands

• Separation of PROFIBUS subnets for separate automation tasks possible

• Enhanced system performance by relieving the S7-1500 CPU of communication tasks

• Connection of PROFIBUS slaves from external vendors

• Cost-effective module replacement through network separation in the event of a failure

• Project planning integrated in TIA Portal V12

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