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Siemens 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 Industrial PC

Product Overview

The Siemens 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 is an industrial computer belonging to the SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART product series.

It is designed as a rack-mounted industrial PC platform for industrial automation environments where stable computing, industrial connectivity, expansion capability, and long-term system integration are important.

The product belongs to the 6AG4010 family and uses the 19-inch, 4U industrial rack-PC form factor associated with the SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART platform.

The documented 6-series platform uses a 19-inch rack enclosure with a physical size of approximately 481 × 176 × 509 mm (W × H × D). Depending on the selected hardware configuration, the documented platform weight is approximately 13.3–17 kg.

Brand and Product Series

Item	Details
Model	6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5
Brand	Siemens
Product Family	SIMATIC
Product Series	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART
Product Category	Industrial Computer
Product Type	Industrial Rack PC
Form Factor	19-inch rack-mounted
Rack Height	4U
Platform Generation	IPC3000 SMART 6-series

Detailed Product Parameters

The following table contains the specifications that can be directly established for the 6-series SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART platform associated with this product family.

Parameter	Specification
Model	6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5
Brand	Siemens
Series	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART
Product Type	Industrial Rack PC
Form Factor	19-inch rack
Rack Height	4U
Dimensions (W × H × D)	481 × 176 × 509 mm
Weight	13.3–17 kg, depending on configuration
Ethernet Interfaces	2 × RJ45 Ethernet
Ethernet Speed	10/100/1000 Mbit/s
USB Interfaces	6 × USB
Front USB	2
Rear USB	4
Serial Interfaces	2 × serial interface
COM1	RS232
COM2	RS232 / RS422 / RS485
Video Interface	VGA
Digital Video Interface	DVI-D
PS/2 Interfaces	2
Audio Interfaces	Audio input, audio output and microphone
PCI Expansion	4 × PCI
PCI Express x1	1 × PCIe x1
PCI Express x8	1 × PCIe x8
PCI Express x16	1 × PCIe x16
PCI Express Generation	PCIe 2.0
Protection Class	IP20
Operating Temperature	+5 to +40 °C
Operating Relative Humidity	5–80% RH at 25 °C, non-condensing
Storage / Transport Temperature	−20 to +60 °C
Storage / Transport Humidity	5–95% RH at 25 °C
Installation Orientation	Rack installation; vertical or horizontal installation supported by the platform design

The dimensions, weight range, interface arrangement, expansion architecture, and environmental specifications above are documented for the corresponding SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART platform generation. The exact CPU, RAM, storage device, operating system, and power-supply option are configuration-dependent and therefore are not assigned to the exact 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 model without a direct configuration record.

Product Introduction

The 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 is positioned as an industrial computing platform for applications that require more than a standard commercial desktop computer can provide.

The SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART architecture combines a conventional PC computing environment with an industrial rack-mounted mechanical design. This makes the platform suitable for installation inside control cabinets, automation cabinets, industrial server racks, production-line control panels, and other structured industrial computing environments.

Its 19-inch 4U rack format provides a practical balance between computing hardware, expansion capacity, service accessibility, and cabinet integration.

Compared with compact embedded industrial computers, the rack-mounted structure provides more physical space for expansion and maintenance. The platform is particularly useful when an automation application requires several interface cards, communication cards, acquisition cards, motion-related hardware, or other PCI/PCI Express expansion devices.

The platform also provides multiple communication interfaces, including two Gigabit-capable Ethernet ports, serial communication interfaces, USB connectivity, VGA, DVI-D, PS/2, and audio connections.

This combination makes the IPC3000 SMART platform suitable for industrial systems where the computer needs to communicate simultaneously with control equipment, operator stations, network infrastructure, peripheral devices, and legacy serial equipment.

Industrial Computer Architecture

One of the main characteristics of the SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART platform is its rack-mounted architecture.

The 19-inch 4U enclosure is designed around the dimensions commonly used for industrial control cabinets and equipment racks. The relatively large enclosure also provides room for multiple expansion cards and internal hardware.

The platform provides four PCI slots together with PCI Express x1, x8, and x16 expansion positions.

This is important in industrial automation because many applications are not limited to basic Ethernet communication. A machine-control system may require additional interface cards, specialized acquisition hardware, communication adapters, or other PCI/PCI Express devices.

The available expansion architecture therefore gives the platform a useful degree of customization.

Communication Capability

Industrial automation systems frequently contain equipment from different generations.

Modern systems may primarily use Ethernet, while older equipment can still depend on RS232, RS422, or RS485 serial communication.

The SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART platform addresses both requirements.

It provides two RJ45 Ethernet interfaces supporting 10/100/1000 Mbit/s operation. These interfaces can be used for industrial network communication, plant-level networking, engineering access, data exchange, or communication with other industrial computing and automation equipment.

The platform also provides two serial interfaces. COM1 supports RS232, while COM2 supports RS232, RS422, and RS485.

This combination is particularly useful for applications involving legacy automation equipment, barcode devices, serial controllers, measurement instruments, drives, PLC-related equipment, and other serial-connected industrial devices.

Expansion Capability

Expansion capability is one of the strongest characteristics of the IPC3000 SMART architecture.

The platform provides:

• 4 × PCI slots
• 1 × PCIe x1
• 1 × PCIe x8
• 1 × PCIe x16

The PCI Express interfaces are based on PCIe 2.0.

This allows the industrial PC to be configured for applications that require additional hardware interfaces rather than relying exclusively on the interfaces integrated into the motherboard.

For example, an industrial system may require additional network interfaces, specialized communication adapters, data-acquisition hardware, industrial I/O cards, or other PCI/PCI Express devices.

The rack enclosure also makes physical access to expansion hardware more practical than on many compact industrial computers.

USB and Peripheral Connectivity

The platform provides six USB interfaces in total, with two located at the front and four at the rear.

The front USB interfaces are convenient for service engineers and commissioning personnel because temporary devices can be connected without opening the cabinet or reaching behind the rack.

The rear USB interfaces are more suitable for permanent peripheral connections.

This arrangement is useful in industrial installations where service access and permanent system connections need to be separated.

The platform also provides VGA and DVI-D video interfaces, allowing connection to compatible industrial displays or operator monitors.

Two PS/2 interfaces are also available, together with audio input, audio output, and microphone connectivity.

Product Applications

1. Industrial Automation Control

The 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 is suitable for industrial automation environments where an industrial PC is required as part of a control or supervisory architecture.

Its rack-mounted format and expansion capability allow it to be integrated into larger automation cabinets.

The computer can serve as a central computing platform for applications that require industrial networking, serial communication, data processing, visualization, or coordination between multiple system components.

2. Production-Line Monitoring

Production lines often generate a large amount of operational information.

An industrial computer can be used to collect, process, display, and transfer production information between machine-level equipment and higher-level systems.

The multiple Ethernet and serial interfaces of the IPC3000 SMART platform make it suitable for connecting to different types of production equipment.

The rack-mounted design also makes it practical for centralized installation inside an industrial control cabinet or equipment rack.

3. Industrial HMI and Supervisory Systems

The platform can be used as a computing foundation for industrial HMI and supervisory applications.

With VGA and DVI-D video interfaces, the computer can connect to compatible display equipment.

Combined with Ethernet communication and serial interfaces, this provides a practical hardware foundation for operator-oriented applications where machine information needs to be displayed and system data needs to be exchanged with connected industrial equipment.

4. Data Acquisition

Industrial data acquisition applications often require additional interface hardware.

The availability of four PCI slots and multiple PCI Express interfaces provides room for specialized expansion cards.

This makes the platform suitable for applications where the required acquisition or communication hardware cannot be provided entirely through standard motherboard interfaces.

The industrial rack enclosure also provides a convenient physical structure for integrating additional cards into a centralized system.

5. Industrial Networking

The two RJ45 Ethernet interfaces support 10/100/1000 Mbit/s Ethernet operation.

This allows the industrial PC to participate in industrial Ethernet networks and higher-level plant networks.

A dual-network-interface arrangement can also be useful where an application needs separate network connections for different system segments, provided that the application architecture and network design support this arrangement.

6. Legacy Equipment Integration

Many industrial facilities continue to operate equipment that uses serial communication.

The presence of RS232 and RS422/RS485 capability makes the platform suitable for mixed-generation environments.

This is especially useful when a modernization project needs to connect existing serial equipment to a newer computer-based supervisory or data-processing system.

Instead of replacing every legacy device, the industrial PC can provide an interface between existing serial equipment and the computer-based application layer.

7. Machine Integration

Machine builders can use industrial rack PCs as centralized computing components within larger machines or production systems.

The combination of network interfaces, serial communication, USB, display interfaces, and expansion slots provides flexibility when integrating different hardware components.

The 4U rack format also provides a standardized mechanical installation approach for equipment cabinets.

Product Advantages

1. Industrial Rack-Mount Design

The 19-inch 4U structure is one of the main practical advantages of the platform.

Instead of using a conventional desktop enclosure, the system is designed around industrial rack installation.

This simplifies integration into structured industrial cabinets and equipment racks.

It also provides a clear mechanical framework for installing the computer together with other rack-mounted equipment.

2. Large Expansion Capacity

The combination of PCI and PCI Express expansion slots gives the platform significant hardware expansion flexibility.

Four PCI slots are available together with PCIe x1, PCIe x8, and PCIe x16 interfaces.

For industrial systems that require multiple additional interface cards, this architecture can be much more useful than a compact computer with very limited expansion capacity.

3. Multiple Communication Interfaces

The platform supports both modern Ethernet networking and traditional serial communication.

Two Gigabit-capable Ethernet interfaces are available, while serial communication includes RS232 and RS422/RS485 capability.

This combination allows one industrial computer to communicate with a mixture of newer and older equipment.

4. Convenient Service Access

Two USB interfaces are located at the front of the chassis.

This is a practical feature for commissioning, maintenance, system diagnosis, software installation, data transfer, and temporary connection of service devices.

The rear USB interfaces can remain dedicated to permanent system peripherals.

5. Flexible Peripheral Connectivity

The platform includes VGA, DVI-D, USB, PS/2, Ethernet, serial, and audio interfaces.

This broad interface selection reduces the need for external interface converters in many conventional industrial-computing installations.

It also makes the platform adaptable to different system configurations.

6. Suitable for Mixed-Generation Industrial Systems

Industrial automation projects often combine new equipment with existing machinery.

The availability of Ethernet together with RS232, RS422, and RS485 communication makes the platform particularly suitable for such environments.

It can function as a bridge between traditional serial devices and computer-based industrial applications.

7. Cabinet-Friendly Dimensions

The 19-inch rack format and 4U height provide a standardized installation structure.

The documented platform dimensions are approximately 481 × 176 × 509 mm, making it a substantial industrial computer intended for dedicated equipment or cabinet installation rather than portable use.

The documented configuration-dependent weight range is 13.3–17 kg, which reflects the substantial mechanical structure and variable internal hardware configuration.

Environmental Characteristics

The platform is designed for industrial operating conditions rather than ordinary office use.

The documented operating temperature range is +5 to +40 °C.

The operating relative humidity range is 5–80% RH at 25 °C, without condensation.

For storage and transportation, the documented temperature range extends from −20 to +60 °C, while the relative humidity range is 5–95% RH at 25 °C.

The documented protection class is IP20.

These characteristics make the platform appropriate for controlled industrial cabinet environments where temperature, humidity, dust protection, and installation conditions are managed according to the system design.

Installation and System Integration

The 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 is best considered as a central industrial computing component rather than a standalone consumer computer.

In a typical industrial architecture, the rack PC can be installed together with PLC equipment, network components, industrial displays, communication modules, interface cards, and other control-system hardware.

The rack-mounted enclosure allows the computer to occupy a defined position within a cabinet or equipment rack.

Its expansion slots can then be used for application-specific hardware.

The dual Ethernet architecture can support different communication arrangements depending on the network design.

Serial ports provide additional connectivity for existing industrial equipment.

The result is a flexible computing platform that can be adapted to the needs of the overall automation system.

Recommended Same-Series or Closely Related Models

The following models are closely related to the SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART / 6AG4010 family. Only specifications that can be directly established for the individual referenced configurations are included.

Model	Product Series / Family	Processor	Memory	Storage	Optical Drive	Dimensions	Weight
6AG4010-6BD20-0DX5	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Intel Core i5-6500, 4 cores / 4 threads, 3.6 GHz, 6 MB cache	4 GB DDR4	256 GB SSD	—	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	14.1 kg
6AG4010-6BD40-0DX5	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Intel Core i5-6500, 4 cores / 4 threads, 3.6 GHz, 6 MB cache	16 GB DDR4	256 GB SSD	—	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	14.1 kg
6AG4010-6AB20-0XX5	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Intel Pentium Dual Core G4400, 2 cores / 2 threads, 3.3 GHz, 3 MB cache	4 GB DDR4	1 TB SATA HDD	No	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	13.0 kg
6AG4010-4AA11-0XX5	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Intel Pentium G2010, 2.80 GHz, 3 MB cache	2 GB DDR3-1600	250 GB SATA HDD	DVD-ROM	481 × 177 × 509 mm	17 kg
6AG4010-4AB22-0XX5	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Intel Pentium G2010, 2.80 GHz, 3 MB cache	4 GB DDR3-1600	500 GB SATA HDD	DVD-R/W	481 × 177 × 509 mm	17 kg

*The 481 × 176 × 509 mm dimension is the documented 6-series IPC3000 SMART platform enclosure dimension. The exact individual configuration can affect weight and internal hardware arrangement.

The 6AG4010-6BD20-0DX5 and 6AG4010-6BD40-0DX5 are particularly close to the requested model because they belong to the same 6AG4010 IPC3000 SMART generation and share the Core i5-6500 configuration family.

The 6AG4010-6AB20-0XX5 is another closely related 6-series configuration, using the same general industrial rack-PC platform but with a different processor and storage configuration.

The 4-series models are older closely related configurations within the broader SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART family and are useful as reference points when comparing different hardware generations.

Five Related Models – Parameter Comparison

Parameter	6AG4010-6AB20-0XX5	6AG4010-6BD20-0DX5	6AG4010-6BD40-0DX5	6AG4010-4AA11-0XX5	6AG4010-4AB22-0XX5
Product Family	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART
Processor	Pentium Dual Core G4400	Core i5-6500	Core i5-6500	Pentium G2010	Pentium G2010
CPU Cores / Threads	2 / 2	4 / 4	4 / 4	—	—
CPU Frequency	3.3 GHz	3.6 GHz	3.6 GHz	2.80 GHz	2.80 GHz
Cache	3 MB	6 MB	6 MB	3 MB	3 MB
Memory	4 GB DDR4	4 GB DDR4	16 GB DDR4	2 GB DDR3-1600	4 GB DDR3-1600
Storage	1 TB SATA HDD	256 GB SSD	256 GB SSD	250 GB SATA HDD	500 GB SATA HDD
Optical Drive	No ODD	—	—	DVD-ROM	DVD-R/W
Ethernet	2 × Ethernet	2 × Ethernet	2 × Ethernet	2 × 10/100/1000 Mbit/s	2 × 10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Serial Interfaces	2	2	2	2	2
USB	2 front + 4 rear	2 front + 4 rear	2 front + 4 rear	2 front + 4 rear	2 front + 4 rear
Video	VGA + DP	VGA + DP	VGA + DP	VGA + DVI-D	VGA + DVI-D
Dimensions	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	481 × 177 × 509 mm	481 × 177 × 509 mm
Weight	13.0 kg	14.1 kg	14.1 kg	17 kg	17 kg

The table above is intended for model comparison. Where a configuration-specific field was not directly established for a particular model, it has been left out rather than assigning an unverified value.

Five Popular Related Models from the Same Brand

For industrial automation applications, the following models are useful related references because they belong to the same industrial-computing product area or are closely associated with the SIMATIC industrial-PC portfolio.

Model	Product Type	Product Series / Family	Key Configuration Information	Dimensions	Weight
6AG4010-6AB20-0XX5	Industrial Rack PC	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Pentium Dual Core G4400, 4 GB DDR4, 1 TB SATA HDD	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	13.0 kg
6AG4010-6BD20-0DX5	Industrial Rack PC	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Core i5-6500, 4 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	14.1 kg
6AG4010-6BD40-0DX5	Industrial Rack PC	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Core i5-6500, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD	481 × 176 × 509 mm*	14.1 kg
6AG4010-4AA11-0XX5	Industrial Rack PC	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Pentium G2010, 2 GB DDR3-1600, 250 GB SATA HDD	481 × 177 × 509 mm	17 kg
6AG4010-4AB22-0XX5	Industrial Rack PC	SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART	Pentium G2010, 4 GB DDR3-1600, 500 GB SATA HDD, DVD-R/W	481 × 177 × 509 mm	17 kg

Why the 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 Is Suitable for Industrial Applications

The biggest strength of this platform is not simply its role as a computer. Its value comes from the combination of industrial mechanical design, expansion capability, communication interfaces, and rack integration.

A conventional office computer may provide adequate processing performance for basic software applications, but industrial automation systems often have much more complicated connectivity requirements.

An industrial computer may need to communicate with PLC systems, industrial networks, serial devices, operator interfaces, measurement systems, storage devices, and additional expansion cards at the same time.

The SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART architecture is designed around this type of requirement.

Its 19-inch 4U rack structure provides sufficient physical space for an industrial installation.

Its four PCI slots and PCI Express interfaces provide substantial expansion flexibility.

Its dual Ethernet ports support high-speed network communication.

Its RS232 and RS422/RS485 capability supports integration with serial industrial equipment.

Its front and rear USB arrangement provides convenient service access and permanent peripheral connectivity.

Its VGA and DVI-D interfaces support industrial display applications.

Together, these characteristics make the platform suitable for long-running industrial computer applications where connectivity and hardware integration are as important as computing performance.

Summary of Key Advantages

Industrial rack format: The 19-inch 4U construction is designed for structured industrial cabinet and rack installation.

Strong expansion capability: Four PCI slots plus PCIe x1, x8, and x16 interfaces provide substantial flexibility for additional hardware.

Dual Ethernet connectivity: Two RJ45 Ethernet interfaces support 10/100/1000 Mbit/s operation.

Serial communication support: RS232 together with RS422/RS485 support makes the platform useful for mixed-generation industrial systems.

Multiple USB connections: Six USB interfaces provide practical connectivity for service and permanent peripherals.

Multiple display interfaces: VGA and DVI-D provide options for connecting compatible industrial displays.

Industrial environmental range: The documented operating range of +5 to +40 °C and controlled humidity specifications are appropriate for many industrial cabinet environments.

Standardized mechanical integration: The 19-inch rack format allows straightforward integration with other rack-mounted automation and computing equipment.

Flexible application architecture: The combination of networking, serial communication, USB, video interfaces, and expansion slots allows the computer to be adapted to a wide variety of industrial applications.

Final Product Positioning

The Siemens 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 can be positioned as a SIMATIC IPC3000 SMART industrial rack PC intended for industrial computing, automation-system integration, machine-related computing, supervisory applications, industrial networking, data acquisition, and mixed-generation equipment integration.

Its most important characteristics are its 19-inch 4U rack-mounted construction, broad industrial connectivity, PCI/PCI Express expansion capability, dual Ethernet architecture, serial communication interfaces, and industrial-oriented environmental specifications.

For applications where a compact embedded computer is insufficient because multiple expansion cards or communication interfaces are required, this type of industrial rack PC provides a more flexible hardware platform.

The documented 6-series platform dimensions are 481 × 176 × 509 mm, while the configuration-dependent documented weight range is 13.3–17 kg. Because the exact hardware configuration associated with the suffix 6AG4010-6BD21-0AX5 is not established by the available documentation, processor, memory, storage, operating-system, and exact power-supply specifications have deliberately been excluded rather than inferred from neighboring order numbers.