The 6GK1162-8AA00: PCI Express x1 half-length module – fits a standard desktop or industrial PC slot. Transfer rates cover 10 Mbit/s, 100 Mbit/s, and 1000 Mbit/s, so it handles mixed-speed plant networks without reconfiguration. Runs on backplane power (3.3 V and 12 V) but also accepts an external 10.5...32 V feed through a 2-pole terminal block. That dual supply lets the module stay alive if the PC is off – useful for standalone diagnostic access or when the host bus can't deliver enough current. Power draw is 7.6 W – within typical PCIe slot budget, but if you're populating multiple modules, sum the backplane loads to avoid tripping the motherboard's overcurrent limit.
Interface and security features
Supports DCP (Discovery and Configuration Protocol) for initial IP assignment and device identification on PROFINET networks. No LLDP on this revision, so topology discovery relies on DCP or SNMP. SNMP v1 and v3 are both present – v3 gives you encrypted authentication and access control, which is expected when the module also runs a stateful inspection firewall and supports up to 64 VPN tunnels. NTP client is on board for time synchronization across the automation network.
Mounting and environment
Width 18 mm, height 111 mm, depth 167 mm – half-length bracket, installs in a standard PCIe x1 slot. IP00, so the card is bare PCB; it needs an enclosure with airflow if ambient tops 55 °C during operation. Storage and transport range -20 to +60 °C.
Compliance and sourcing
Carries CE marking, C-Tick (Australia), and safety approvals per CAN/CSA C22.2 and UL 60950-1 / UL 1950. EMC compliance per EN 61000-6-1, -2 (immunity) and EN 61000-6-3, -4 (emission). The EMC directive cited is 2004/108/EC.