Description

Product Overview

The Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 is a high-performance industrial rack PC belonging to Siemens’ renowned SIMATIC Rack PC 547B platform—a 19-inch, 4U height computing solution purpose-engineered for demanding control and cell-level IT applications in industrial automation. As a member of Siemens’ SIMATIC IPC (Industrial PC) family, the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 delivers the computing power, expandability, and ruggedness required to serve as the backbone of modern manufacturing execution systems, human-machine interface (HMI) servers, and data acquisition platforms. Designed and manufactured by Siemens AG, the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 embodies decades of industrial computing expertise, combining state-of-the-art Intel processor technology with a robust full-metal rack chassis that is lacquered externally and coated internally for long-term corrosion resistance.The Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 is built on a highly scalable architecture that accommodates a broad range of CPU, memory, and storage configurations, allowing system integrators to tailor the machine precisely to application requirements—from lightweight visualization tasks to compute-intensive industrial image processing and quality surveillance. The chassis supports horizontal or vertical rack mounting via telescopic rails, as well as tower installation using an optional Tower Kit, giving cabinet designers unmatched deployment flexibility. A lockable front cover protects against unauthorized access and dust ingress, while the overpressure ventilation system with a filtered front fan ensures reliable dust protection even in the harshest industrial environments. With CE certification for use in industrial, residential, commercial, and small-business areas, the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 is equally at home on a factory floor, in a building automation cabinet, or in a facility open to the public.High system availability is a cornerstone of the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 design philosophy. The platform integrates SIMATIC PC DiagMonitor for comprehensive diagnostics via OPC, SNMP, LAN, e-mail, or SMS; RAID1 redundant data storage with hot-swap SATA drive bays; a programmable hardware watchdog; and continuous monitoring of fan speed, temperatures, and program execution. Siemens further backs the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 with a guaranteed spare parts availability commitment of at least 3 years, ensuring long-term investment security for plant operators and OEMs alike. Whether deployed for process visualization, industrial image processing, measurement and control tasks, or data acquisition and management, the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 delivers the reliability and performance that define world-class industrial computing.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0
Manufacturer	Siemens AG
Product Family	SIMATIC IPC – Rack PC 547B
Product Type	19″ Industrial Rack PC, 4U Height
Chassis Design	Robust full-metal rack case, lacquered exterior, coated interior
Dimensions (W × H × D)	433.5 × 176.5 × 445.5 mm
Weight	16 kg (min) – 23 kg (max)
Supply Voltage	100 – 240 V AC (90 – 264 V AC range)
Input Current	Up to 7 A continuous; up to 30 A for 5 ms during startup
Frequency	50 – 60 Hz (47 – 63 Hz range, sinusoidal)
Transient Voltage Interruption Tolerance	16 ms at 0.85 × rated voltage (max 10 events; min recovery 1 s)
Power Consumption	310 W (approx. 68% efficiency)
Power Supply Output	+3.3 V / 24 A; +5 V / 26 A (max 190 W total); +12 V / 15 A; -12 V / 0.2 A; +5 V aux / 2 A
Drive Bays	Front: 3 × 5.25″ + 1 × 3.5″; Internal: 2 × 3.5″
Expansion Slots	4 × PCI (long); 2 × PCIe x1 (long); 1 × PCIe x16 (long)
Graphics	Intel GMA950 on-board; optional PCIe x16 dual-head graphics card (2 × VGA or 2 × DVI, 128 MB)
Ethernet	1 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45
USB Ports	4 × front, 2 × rear (high-current)
Serial Ports	COM1 (V.24, 9-pin D-sub); COM2 optional
Other Ports	1 × Parallel (LPT1), 1 × VGA, 1 × PS/2 Keyboard, 1 × PS/2 Mouse, Audio (Mic-in, Line-in, Line-out)
Operating Temperature	0°C to +40°C (typical industrial); wider range supported per configuration
Pollution Gas Protection	EN 60721-3-3 Class 3C2 (SO₂ & H₂S: Class 3C3)
Dust Protection	Filtered overpressure ventilation via front fan
Shock & Vibration Protection	Card retainers for expansion cards
Status LEDs	POWER, HARDDISK, STATUS (temperature/fan)
Safety & Certification	CE, EN60950-1, UL60950, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-00, Protection Class I per IEC 61140
Mounting Options	19″ rack (horizontal/vertical), Tower Kit optional
Spare Parts Availability	Guaranteed ≥ 3 years from Siemens
Diagnostics Software	SIMATIC PC DiagMonitor (OPC/SNMP/LAN/E-mail/SMS)
RAID Support	RAID1 mirroring, hot-swap SATA drive frames
Key Features	Hardware watchdog, fan speed monitoring, temperature monitoring, operating hours counter

Main Features and Advantages

The Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 delivers exceptional value to system integrators and plant operators by seamlessly merging office-grade computing performance with industrial-grade ruggedness. Its defining characteristic is the 19-inch, 4U full-metal chassis that houses a highly scalable computing platform while withstanding the dust, vibration, and temperature challenges inherent to factory environments. The Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 accepts a wide variety of Intel-based processor configurations, memory capacities, and storage options, empowering OEMs to specify exactly the right performance tier for each application without compromising on the industrial robustness of the underlying platform.Maximum Expandability: The Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 provides an impressive array of expansion slots—4 × PCI (long), 2 × PCIe x1 (long), and 1 × PCIe x16 (long)—enabling seamless integration of industrial interface cards, fieldbus modules, vision acquisition boards, motion control cards, and high-performance graphics adapters. The PCIe x16 slot can accommodate an optional dual-head graphics card supporting either 2 × VGA or 2 × DVI outputs at resolutions up to 2048 × 1536 @ 75 Hz, making the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 ideally suited for multi-monitor visualization workstations. This expandability ensures that the platform remains relevant even as application requirements evolve over the decades-long service life typical of industrial installations.Comprehensive Onboard Connectivity: Out of the box, the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 offers 1 × Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45), 4 × front USB + 2 × rear high-current USB, COM1 serial (with COM2 optional), parallel port, VGA graphics, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, and full audio I/O. This rich connectivity enables the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 to interface directly with PLCs, HMIs, printers, barcode scanners, industrial cameras, and network infrastructure without requiring additional expansion cards for basic I/O. The front-accessible USB ports facilitate convenient connection of temporary service devices, USB dongles, and removable media.Uncompromising Industrial Suitability: The Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 employs a filtered overpressure ventilation system driven by a bearing-seated front fan, providing effective dust protection even in environments with high particulate contamination. Card retainers secure all expansion cards against loosening due to vibration and shock, while the lockable front door prevents unauthorized access and protects against accidental damage. The chassis meets EN 60721-3-3 Class 3C2 pollution gas requirements (Class 3C3 for SO₂ and H₂S), confirming the Siemens 6AG4104-1AA02-1BX0 is engineered for chemically aggressive industrial atmospheres where conventional office PCs would rapidly fail.