What this panel PC delivers
The Siemens 6ES7717-.....-0... is a ruggedized panel PC built for machine-level HMI and edge computing. It pairs an Intel Core i5-6440EQ (2.7 GHz, 4 cores) or i7-6820EQ (2.8 GHz, 4 cores with Hyper-Threading) with a 512 GB SSD — upgradeable to 1 TB — and DDR4 SO-DIMM memory in two slots. The 15-inch display offers 300 cd/m² luminance and a non-reflecting surface for readability under shop-floor lighting. Connectivity covers both legacy and modern fieldbuses: dual Gigabit Ethernet ports with independent MAC/IP addresses, one DVI-I video output, one DisplayPort, three USB Type-A (one with charging function even when the unit is off), and one USB Type-C. Wireless is handled by an integrated 802.11ac module. The unit ships with Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit SP1 and includes restore/recovery media and a DVD-RW drive. A hot-swappable lithium-ion battery (8.8 Ah) keeps the system alive during brief power interruptions or panel swaps.
Mounting and environmental fit
The panel PC measures 385 mm wide, 275 mm deep, and 53 mm high — sized for a standard cutout in an enclosure door. A retractable handle aids positioning during installation. Operating range is -20 °C to 60 °C with a max temperature gradient of 20 °C/h and no condensation; humidity tolerance is 85% at 30 °C/h, tested per IEC 60068-2-78/30/14. The keyboard is available in QWERTZ/QWERTY or AZERTY (French) layouts with 87 keys. A retractable handle is standard. The SSD and hard disk are both field-replaceable without special tools.
Compliance and approvals
The 6ES7717-.....-0... carries CE, UL, and CSA approvals, plus DIN/ISO 9001 certification for the development and production site in Germany. A free hotline is listed for technical support.