Data security and hard disk management with very little overhead
Hard disk partitions can be modified without loss of data and without the need for reinstallation
Hard disk contents can be saved quickly, accurate to a bit, and securely
No changes to the target system to be processed (when starting directly from the CD or USB FlashDrive with Image & Partition Creator)
Reliable deletion of confidential data
Can be used with any SIMATIC IPC hardware, independent of the respective IPC configuration (even devices with CompactFlash cards and solid-state drive)
Cost reduction due to considerably reduced downtimes in the event of an error
Following replacement of a hard disk, SIMATIC IPCs are ready for operation again in just a few minutes
Software failures due to application errors, operator errors or computer viruses can be rectified in a matter of minutes