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CP 1623 Preface 1
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Description of the device 2
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Software installation 3
SIMATIC NET
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Hardware installation 4
PG/PC - Industrial Ethernet
CP 1623 ___________________
Configuration 5
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Technical specifications 6
Operating Instructions
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Approvals A
12/2012
C79000-G8976-C304-01
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Table of contents
1 Preface ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Description of the device ........................................................................................................................... 9
3 Software installation................................................................................................................................. 13
3.1 Installing the driver.......................................................................................................................13
3.2 Uninstalling the driver ..................................................................................................................13
3.3 Installing the SIMATIC NET PC software ....................................................................................14
3.4 Uninstalling the SIMATIC NET PC software................................................................................15
3.5 Alternative software packets ........................................................................................................15
4 Hardware installation ............................................................................................................................... 17
5 Configuration ........................................................................................................................................... 19
6 Technical specifications........................................................................................................................... 21
A Approvals................................................................................................................................................. 23
Index........................................................................................................................................................ 25
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Operating Instructions, 12/2012, C79000-G8976-C304-01 3
Table of contents
CP 1623
4 Operating Instructions, 12/2012, C79000-G8976-C304-01
Preface 1
What the consignment contains
The following components are supplied with the CP 1623:
● CP 1623 communications processor
● Driver CD for CP 1623
● Connector for connecting an external power supply (use is optional)
Please check that the consignment you have received is complete. If the consignment is
incomplete, contact your supplier or your local Siemens office.
Validity of this documentation

These operating instructions are valid for the following product:
● CP 1623
order number: 6GK1162-3AA00
Content of this documentation

These operating instructions contain information about the installation and configuration of
the CP 1623 communications processor.
Updated operating instructions on the Internet

You will find the current version of these operating instructions on the Product Support pages
under the following entry ID:
62607733 (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/62607733)
Further documentation
The documents listed below contain more detailed information on commissioning and using
the communications processor. You will find this documentation on the Product Support
pages on the Internet under the following entry link:
Support (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en)
Enter the entry ID shown below of the relevant manual as the search item.
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Preface
● Configuration manual Commissioning PC Stations

This provides you with detailed information on commissioning and configuring SIMATIC
NET PC communications modules.
Entry ID:
● System manual SIMATIC NET Industrial Communication with PG/PC
– Volume 1– Basics
Entry ID:
– Volume 2– Interfaces
Entry ID:
The system manuals introduce the topic of industrial communication and explain the
communications protocols used. There is also a description of the OPC interface as
user programming interface.
● Installation manual SIMATIC NET PC Software
This document contains detailed information on installing the SIMATIC NET
PC software.
Entry ID:
● System manual Industrial Ethernet Network Manual
In this document you will find detailed information about setting up an Industrial Ethernet
network.
Entry ID:
SIMATIC NET documentation

You will find the entire SIMATIC NET documentation on the pages of Product Support:
Go to the required product group and make the following settings:
→ Entry list → Entry type "Manuals / Operating Instructions"
Service & Support

In addition to the product documentation, the comprehensive online information platform of
Siemens Automation Customer Support supports at any time and at any location in the
world. You will find the Service & Support pages on the Internet at the following address:
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/llisapi.dll?func=cslib.csinfo2&aktprim=99&lang=
en)
Apart from news, you will also find the following information there:
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Preface
● Product information, Product Support, Applications & Tools

● Technical Forum
● Technical Support - Ask the Siemens experts
● Our service offer:
– Technical Consulting, Engineering support
– Field Service
– Spare parts and repairs
– Maintenance, optimization, modernization and more
You will find contact data on the Internet at the following address:
(http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner/guiwelcome.asp?lang=en)
See also
(https://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/llisapi.dll?func=cslib.csinfo&lang=en&objid=38
718979&caller=view)
SITRAIN - Siemens training for automation and industrial solutions

With over 300 different courses, SITRAIN covers the entire Siemens product and system
spectrum in the field of automation and drive technology. Apart from the classic range of
courses, we also offer training tailored for individual needs and a combination of different
teaching media and sequences, for example self-learning programs on CD-ROM or on the
Internet.
You will find detailed information on the training curriculum and how to contact our customer
consultants at the following Internet address:
(www.siemens.com/sitrain)
SIMATIC NET glossary

Explanations of the specialist terms used in this documentation can be found in the SIMATIC
NET glossary.
You will find the SIMATIC NET glossary here:
● SIMATIC NET Manual Collection
The DVD ships with certain SIMATIC NET products.
● On the Internet under the following entry ID:
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Preface
CP 1623
Description of the device 2
Product features
The CP 1623 is a PCIe module for connecting PGs/PCs to Industrial Ethernet. The essential
properties are as follows:
● Two RJ-45 ports for Industrial Ethernet for connecting twisted-pair cables
● The following data rates are supported:
– 10/100 Mbps (half/full duplex)
– 1000 Mbps (full duplex)
● Can be used as a 2-port switch (both RJ-45 connectors lead to the integrated switch)
● Own processor on the CP 1623 relieves the PC/PG CPU
● Autosensing, autocrossover, autonegotiation
● ISO and TCP/IP transport protocol onboard
Note
All CP 1613 software products can be operated with the CP 1623.
Hardware requirements
The CP 1623 requires a PCIe slot (PCI express x1; can also be operated in x4, x8 or x16
slots).
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Description of the device
LED display
The following graphic shows the front panel of the CP 1623 communications processor:
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3
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3 3
A socket for external power supply

B Port 1
C Port 2
D Power/fault LED
E 2 port LEDs for Port 1
F 2 port LEDs for Port 2
G LEDs for displaying the transmission speed of Port 1 and Port 2
The table describes the LED displays that indicate the operating states:
LED Display Description

Power/fault LED off No external power supply
connected, no fault
green External power supply
connected
red (flashing) Module fault
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LED Display Description

2 LEDs in each port (green and • green, off No cable connected.
yellow)
• yellow, off
• green, lit permanently Link exists, no data traffic

• yellow, off
• green, lit permanently • Link exists,

• yellow, flashing sending/receiving data
LEDs for displaying data off • 10 Mbps

transmission rate P1 and P or
ports
• No cable connected
green, lit permanently 100 Mbps
yellow, lit permanently 1000 Mbps
External power supply

If an external power supply is connected via this socket (12 to 24 V DC), the CP 1623 can
also be operated as a 2-port switch even if the PC is turned off.
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Software installation 3
3.1 Installing the driver
Installation
After the computer has booted, the Windows plug-and-play mechanism searches for a driver
for the communications processor. This can be found on the "SIMATIC NET PC Software"
DVD.
Selecting the suitable driver

Which driver you need to install depends on the communications processor and the
conditions in which it is used:
● Office
If the communications processor is used only in an office environment in a PC network
(without SIMATIC NET PC software), install the driver from the supplied driver CD.
● Industry
If the communications processor is operated in an industrial network along with a
SIMATIC NET communications processor software product, install the supplied "SIMATIC
NET PC Software" CD.
If you use Edition 2007, you also have to install Hotfix 1.
3.2 Uninstalling the driver
Uninstalling after using the CP 1623 with SIMATIC NET PC software

● The "SIMATIC NET, PC Software" CD is installed on the computer.
● Uninstall the SIMATIC NET PC software as described in the Installation Instructions of
the "SIMATIC NET, PC Software" CD.
Note
The procedure recommended here deletes the entire SIMATIC NET PC software on the
computer not only the driver for the CP 1623.
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Software installation
3.3 Installing the SIMATIC NET PC software
Uninstalling after using the CP 1623 without SIMATIC NET PC software

If you remove the CP 1623 from your computer and want to uninstall the driver, follow the
steps below:
1. Open the Control Panel and go to the "Hardware" tab.
2. Click on the "Device Manager" button in the "Device Manager" group box.
3. Right-click on the driver of the "SIMATIC Miniport CP1623 PCIe Adapter"
communications processor in the path of the "SIMATIC NET" icon, select "Uninstall" and
confirm removal with "OK".
4. Restart your computer to completely remove the driver.
3.3 Installing the SIMATIC NET PC software
SIMATIC NET PC software

The SIMATIC NET PC software is one of several software packages with which you can
operate the CP in your PG/PC. You will find information on alternatives in the section
"Alternative software packets (Page 15)".
To configure the CP, you require additional configuration software. You will find information
on the configuration software in the section "Configuration (Page 19)".
Condition
The plug and play function is activated in the BIOS of your PG/PC.
Prior to hardware installation

Install the software as described in the installation manual "SIMATIC NET PC Software".
You will find this installation manual on the Product Support pages under the following entry
ID:
You should also note the current information on the SIMATIC NET PC software on the
Product Support pages in:
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/43409428/133400)
After the hardware installation

After installing the CP, your PG/PC automatically searches for a suitable driver.
1. Follow the instructions of the Hardware Wizard of Windows.
2. Do not activate the search for drivers on the Internet.
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3.4 Uninstalling the SIMATIC NET PC software
3.4 Uninstalling the SIMATIC NET PC software
Condition
The SIMATIC NET PC software is installed on the PG/PC.
Procedure
Note
The procedure recommended here deletes the entire SIMATIC NET PC software on the
PG/PC not only the driver for the communications processor.
Uninstall the entire software package as described and recommended in the installation
manual "SIMATIC NET PC Software".
You will find the installation manual on the SIMATIC NET DVD or on the Product Support
pages under the following entry ID:
3.5 Alternative software packets
Alternatives to SIMATIC NET PC software

To operate the CP, alternative software packages such as STEP 7 V5.5 or STEP 7
Professional V11 are also available. You will find current information on this on the Product
Support pages under the following entry ID:
CP 1623
3.5 Alternative software packets
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Hardware installation 4
Note on lightning protection
Note
The requirements of EN61000-4-5, surge immunity tests
on power supply lines, are met only when a Blitzductor is
used with 12 to 24 V DC:
12 - 24 V DC: VT AD 24V item no. 918 402
Vendor: DEHN+SÖHNE GmbH+Co.KG, Hans Dehn Str. 1, Postfach 1640, D - 92306
Neumarkt, Germany
Number of permitted communications processors
Note
A maximum of four CP 1623 modules can be installed in one PG/PC.
Procedure
To install and connect up the CP 1623 follow the steps outlined below:
Note
When handling the module, make sure that you do not touch the connectors or the electronic
components.
1. Turn off your computer and pull out the power cable connector from the socket.
2. Open the housing of the computer as described in the manual for your PG/PC and
remove the cover of a free PCIe slot in your computer.
3. Remove the CP 1623 from its packaging.
4. Insert the CP 1623 in the PCIe slot.
Make sure that the CP 1623 is inserted and secured correctly.
5. Close the computer housing as described in the manual accompanying your PG/PC
6. Plug the connecting cable (TP) into one of the two jacks on the front panel of the CP
1623.
7. Plug the power supply connector into the socket again and turn on your computer.
Optional: If required, connect the external power supply to the CP 1623.
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Hardware installation
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Configuration 5
Now configure the SIMATIC NET communications software to commission the
communications processor. The rest of the procedure is described in the "Commissioning
PC Stations" manual (Start menu
Start ➜ ... ➜ Commissioning PC Stations).
Note
The CP 1613 configuration can be downloaded to the CP 1623.
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Configuration
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Technical specifications 6
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The following technical specifications apply to the CP 1623 communications processor:
Data transmission
Transmission rate • 10/100 Mbps (half/full duplex)
• 1000 Mbps (full duplex)
Interfaces
Connection to 10BaseT/100BaseTx/ 1000BaseT RJ-45 ports (two)
Connector for PG/PC PCI Express x1; can also be operated in x4, x8 or x16 slots.
Voltage
PCIe power supply 3.3 V DC and 12 V DC

Rated voltage 12 to 24 V DC
Limit voltages Min. 10.5 V DC
Max. 32 V DC
Current consumption
PCIe power at 3.3 V DC max. 0.85 A
PCIe power at 12 V DC max. 0.4 A
Permitted ambient conditions

Operating temperature + 5 to + 55 °C
Transportation/storage temperature - 20 to + 60 °C
CP 1623
Technical specifications
Construction
Module format • Standard height
• Half width
Dimensions (H x W x D) in mm 126.3 x 21.6 x 180.5
Weight 124 g
Space required PCIe slot

The following technical specifications refer to the external power supply:
Requirements of the external power supply

Electrical isolation required
Rated voltage range 12 to 24 V DC
CP 1623 current consumption • at 12 V DC: 0.55 A
• at 24 V DC: 0.3 A
Connection of external power supply

Socket strip, 2-pin Use the supplied connector.
Note
If supplied from a separate source, this must meet the requirements to comply with NEC
Class 2.
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Approvals A
Note
The specified approvals apply only when the corresponding mark is printed on the
communications processor.
Electromagnetic compatibility - EMC directive

The communications processor meets the requirements of the EC Directive:2004/108/EEC
(EMC directive).
The communications processor is designed for use in the following areas:
Area of application Requirements

Emission Immunity
Residential areas, business and commercial EN 61000-6-3 EN 61000-6-1
operations, and small businesses
Industrial environment EN 61000-6-4 EN 61000-6-2
EC declaration of conformity
You will find the EC declaration of conformity for this communications processor on the
Product Support pages under the following entry ID:
Machinery directive
This communications processor is not a machine in the sense of the EC directive
2006/42/EEC (Machinery Directive). There is therefore no declaration of conformity relating
to this EC Directive for the communications processor.
If the communications processor is part of the equipment of a machine, it must be included in
the procedure for obtaining the declaration of conformity by the manufacturer of the machine.
C-TICK approval
The communications processor meets the requirements of the Australian AS/NZS 3548
standard.
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Approvals
CSA approval
The communications processor has an approval in accordance with the Canadian CAN/CSA
C22.2 No. 60950-1 standard.
ICES conformity
The communications processor meets the requirements of the Canadian standard ICES-003.
It is rated as a digital device of Class B ("Class B digital apparatus").
FCC approval
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
● Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
● Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
● Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Siemens AG is not responsible for any radio television interference caused by unauthorized
modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and
equipment other than those specified by Siemens AG. The correction of interference caused
by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the
user. The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and
all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC and ICES rules.
UL approval
The communications processor has an approval in accordance with the US standard
UL 60950-1.
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Index
Support, 6
Switch, 11
C T
Components of the product, 5
Technical specifications, 21
Configuring, 19
Training, 7
Contact, 7
CP 1613 software products, 9
D
Documentation on the Internet, 5
E
External power supply, 11
G
Glossary, 7
H
Hardware requirements, 9
I
Installation and connection, 17
L
LED display, 10
P
Product features, 9
Properties of the CP 1623, 9
S
SIMATIC NET documentation, 6
SIMATIC NET glossary, 7
STEP 7, 15
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Siemens AG Order number: C79000-G8976-C304 Copyright © Siemens AG 2012.

Validity of this documentation

Content of this documentation

Updated operating instructions on the Internet

● Configuration manual Commissioning PC Stations

SIMATIC NET documentation

Service & Support

● Product information, Product Support, Applications & Tools

SITRAIN - Siemens training for automation and industrial solutions

SIMATIC NET glossary

A socket for external power supply

LED Display Description

LED Display Description

• green, lit permanently Link exists, no data traffic

• green, lit permanently • Link exists,

LEDs for displaying data off • 10 Mbps

External power supply

Selecting the suitable driver

3.2 Uninstalling the driver

Uninstalling after using the CP 1623 with SIMATIC NET PC software

Uninstalling after using the CP 1623 without SIMATIC NET PC software

3.3 Installing the SIMATIC NET PC software

SIMATIC NET PC software

Prior to hardware installation

After the hardware installation

3.4 Uninstalling the SIMATIC NET PC software

3.5 Alternative software packets

Alternatives to SIMATIC NET PC software

Number of permitted communications processors

External power supply

Permitted ambient conditions

External power supply

Requirements of the external power supply

Connection of external power supply

Electromagnetic compatibility - EMC directive

Area of application Requirements

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