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S7-1500 INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET
6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0
SIMATIC CM 1542-1 Communication Module
A single-width S7-1500 module that adds a separate Industrial Ethernet and PROFINET interface. Its integrated two-port switch supports line, star and ring-oriented plant networks while keeping the CPU interface available for another network segment.
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NETWORK ROLE
PROFINET IO Controller
Controls distributed PROFINET IO stations. PROFINET IO Device
Exchanges cyclic I/O with a higher-level controller. Open communication
TCP/IP, ISO-on-TCP, UDP and S7 services. *Maximum depends on the installed CPU type.
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COMMUNICATION CORE
A dedicated plant-network path for S7-1500
The CM expands an S7-1500 station with an independent Ethernet subnet. This separation is useful when machine, supervisory and service traffic must be organized across different interfaces. |
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| Product designation | CM 1542-1 |
| Part number | 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0 |
| Ethernet interface | 1 PROFINET interface with integrated 2-port switch |
| Physical ports | 2 x RJ45, galvanically isolated, 100BASE-TX |
| Transfer rate | 10 to 100 Mbit/s; auto-negotiation and auto-crossover |
| Supported communication | PROFINET IO, TCP/IP, ISO-on-TCP, UDP and S7 communication |
| Backplane supply | 15 VDC from S7-1500 backplane bus |
| Typical current / loss | 0.22 A / 3.3 W |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 60 C horizontal mounting; 0 to 40 C vertical mounting |
| Storage / transport | -40 to +70 C |
| Protection / humidity | IP20; up to 95% without condensation |
| Dimensions / weight | 35 x 142 x 129 mm; approximately 0.4 kg |
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SYSTEM INTEGRATION
Network planning checkpoints
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SELECTION GUIDE
CM 1542-1 or CP 1543-1?
Choose CM 1542-1 when the requirement is an additional Fast Ethernet/PROFINET interface with two switch ports and standard S7/open communication. Consider CP 1543-1 when security functions, Gigabit Ethernet or advanced IT services are required. Lifecycle note: 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0 is handled as a spare part. Confirm whether the existing station requires this exact generation before ordering. |
| 01 | Do the two RJ45 ports on 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0 provide two separate IP interfaces? No. X1 P1 and X1 P2 are switch ports belonging to one PROFINET interface. They share the module IP configuration and are intended for line, star or ring connectivity. |
| 02 | Can 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0 operate as both PROFINET controller and device? The module supports both operating roles, but the configured station architecture determines the active use. Confirm the required role and the CPU project before ordering a replacement. |
| 03 | What must be retained when replacing 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0? Record the device name, IP address, subnet, port topology, MRP role, configured communication services and CPU slot assignment. Duplicate addressing prevents normal Ethernet access after startup. |
| 04 | Does 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0 include firewall or VPN functions? No. Its purpose is standard PROFINET and Industrial Ethernet communication. Where firewall, VPN, Gigabit or broader security services are required, evaluate a suitable CP 1543-1 instead. |
| 05 | Can 6GK7542-1AX00-0XE0 be replaced by the AX10 generation without engineering review? Do not assume a direct exchange. Check CPU compatibility, firmware support, project version, permitted network settings and plant qualification before changing generations. |
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RETURN CARE
Raise any receiving concern within 7 days. Returned units must remain in original condition and include a clear reason. Refund or replacement review begins after arrival; return freight is arranged by the buyer. |
Confirm CM 1542-1 availability
Send the full label, CPU type, project generation, quantity and destination.
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