This mode activates a connection over the interface cards of the computer that are configured using SIMATIC Net.

Connection mode

Selection of the PC/CP connection mode

Connection type

Selection of the connection type PG, OP, or other connections (determines which type of connection resource is occupied on the CPU).

Timeout

Specify a value for the timeout in seconds for establishing the connection and for read access. If the time set here is exceeded, ibaPDA declares the controller as not accessible or not responsive.

Access point for applications

Selection of the access point that is to be used

For more information on creating and configuring an access point, see Setting PG/PC interface/defining new access point.

Address

IP address of the controller

<Test>

ibaPDA tests the connection to the CPU and displays available diagnostic data.

When you enable the Use projected connections option, you have to enter Local TSAP and Remote TSAP as well.

Local TSAP and remote TSAP

The values are described in the connection configuration in STEP 7-Micro/WIN (see Configuration of S7-200).