Description

The Siemens 6GK1161-3AA00 (CP 1613 A2) functions as a specialized PCI communications card designed to connect industrial PCs and programming devices to Industrial Ethernet networks. This module features an integrated 4-port switching architecture, allowing for direct connection to redundant network topologies without requiring external industrial switches.

Are you dealing with an unexpected HMI workstation disconnect or an engineering station failure on a PCS 7 plant network? We hold physical inventory of this PCI card in our distribution center. Your order will clear our facility within 24 to 48 hours of verification. Every module comes backed by a comprehensive 12-month replacement warranty that takes effect the day your team installs the hardware.

Inventory, Warranty, and Logistics Summary

• Unit Condition: New Original (Factory Sealed)

• Availability: In Stock

• Standard Lead Time: 1 to 2 business days worldwide

• Warranty Period: 1 Year

• Reference Price: Industrial computing components experience shifting market prices due to global silicon supply chains and manufacturer production cycles. The listed price serves as a baseline indicator—reach out to our industrial sales group for an accurate commercial quotation.

Siemens 6GK1161-3AA00 Technical Specifications and Interface Parameters

When integrating this communications processor into a modern industrial PC rack, motherboard bus layout is a critical factor. The CP 1613 A2 utilizes a standard PCI interface but includes dedicated onboard processing power to offload communication stack execution from the host computer’s primary CPU.

Field Deployment Observations and Driver Compatibility Notes

During field deployments of CP 1613 A2 cards within legacy SIMATIC WinCC or PCS 7 architectures, we noticed that modern operating system updates often break the underlying network stack binding. Well, technically the card supports standard ISO and TCP protocols, but only if your Simatic Net software suite is at version 8.2 SP1 or higher for Windows 7 systems. If you run newer environments like Windows 10, this older PCI module cannot be directly utilized due to hardware driver signatures; you will need to migrate to the PCIe variant instead.

Keep an eye on the array of status LEDs positioned near the RJ45 port grouping on the mounting bracket. A solid green Link LED paired with a flashing yellow Act LED confirms that the internal switch layer is actively routing industrial frames. If the Link LED remains unlit while the cable is attached, your network master isn’t recognizing the MAC address binding. In our experience, setting the transmission rate manually to 100 Mbit/s Full Duplex inside the Set PG/PC Interface utility—rather than leaving it on auto-negotiation—resolves stubborn initialization loops with older network switches immediately. Don’t underestimate this software configuration; leaving it on automatic can lead to intermittent packet drops during heavy factory data traffic.

Global Procurement and Customs Compliance Logistics

Incoterms and Transfer of Risk

We process international shipments under EXW (Ex Works) or FCA (Free Carrier) terms from our main regional hubs. For urgent machine-down scenarios, we regularly utilize DAP (Delivered at Place) terms with global air express carriers. Under DAP arrangements, our logistics team manages transit risks completely until the shipment reaches your warehouse dock.

Customs Tariffs and HS Code Classification

To ensure smooth processing through international entry checkpoints without border delays, all shipping manifests carry the standardized Harmonized System code:

• HS Code: 8471.80.10 (Control units or expansion cards for automatic data processing machines)

Import duties depend entirely on your country’s trade policies. Shipments headed to European or North American facilities might be subject to distinct administrative fees, whereas parts entering specific industrial zones can bypass specific import duties when the correct processing documentation accompanies the air waybill.

Secure Trade Finance Solutions

Procurement officers can select from several verified payment methods to fit their risk assessment guidelines:

1. Telegraphic Transfer (T/T): Direct bank transfer for immediate warehouse release.

2. Letter of Credit (L/C): Available for major facility upgrade projects. We accept irrevocable letters of credit issued by top-tier global banking institutions, payable at sight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I install the 6GK1161-3AA00 into a standard PCI Express slot?

No. The CP 1613 A2 features a traditional 32-bit PCI parallel interface connector. It cannot fit into or interface with a serial PCI Express (PCIe) slot. If your industrial computer only provides PCIe expansion capabilities, you will need to look for the updated CP 1623 card model instead.

What is the purpose of having four ports on this card if it only uses one IP address?

The four physical RJ45 ports are backed by an internal hardware switch module. This allows you to chain multiple network nodes together in a line or star topology directly from the PC without buying a separate external switch module. Additionally, it supports the configuring of redundant industrial networks via standard ring protocols (MRP).

Does this processor module require an external 24 V DC power connection?

No. The CP 1613 A2 draws all necessary operational power directly from the internal rails of the host computer’s PCI slot—though your mileage may vary depending on how stable your industrial PC’s power supply unit is under full processing loads. Always check that your motherboard can deliver the required 1.2 A overhead on the 5 V line before populating multiple communication cards in the same chassis.