1 General1.1 Purpose of this manual6 XP-503 04/2020 MN048014 EN Eaton.com1 General1.1 Purpose of this manualThis manual contains all the information you will need in order to use the XP-503 panel PC safely andeffectively. The manual is considered an integral part of the device and must always be readilyavailable in the device's close proximity.This manual describes all the lifecycle stages for the device: transportation, installation,commissioning, operation, maintenance, storage, and disposal. It does not, however, go over itsoperating system or application software.Target groupThis manual is intended for engineers, electricians, and automation technicians. Electricalengineering and physics-related knowledge and skills will be required in order to be able tocommission the corresponding devices.CAUTIONInstallation requires qualified electrician Before working with the device, make sure to read chapter 3, "Safety instructions."Chapter 3 contains important information regarding your own personal safety, andmust be read and understood by everyone who will be working with the device.WARNINGIncomplete manual copiesWorking with individual pages taken out from the manual may lead to bodily injuryand property damage due to missing safety information. Always work with the full document.1.2 Additional documentsThe following documents may also be helpful in relation to the use of this device:[1] MN05010009Z-DE System Description Networks in Brief(information on networks in general and on how to integrate PCs and panels intonetworks)[2] IL0480006ZU XP-503 Instruction LeafletDownload CenterTo download the documents, go to the Download Center - Documentation page by clicking on theCustomer Support tab on the Eaton website and then selecting the appropriate option: Eaton.eu/doc (search for the document number using the search field on the home page)Product informationFor up-to-date information, please consult the product page on the Internet. Eaton.eu/xp500