SIMATIC

Virtualization as a Service
Future-proof modernization

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Innovative concepts for the optimized maintenance
and modernization of PC-based control systems are key

Operative challenges Required solution

• Apart from the preventive maintenance of the host platform, it is particularly the
maintenance and care of the installed software components which is decisive for Cut lifecycle costs
the lifecycle costs of a PC-based control system.

• The integration of IT-technologies into the industrial environment enables

innovative concepts here as well, such as system virtualization.

Simplify complex system updates

and system expansions

Fast, reliable service and support

Innovative concepts like virtualization can reduce lifecycle costs
and simplify modernization of PC-based control systems.

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Future-proof modernization
with SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service

Solution
SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service is a future-oriented virtualization technology including
suitable software and host components as well as services throughout the entire lifecycle.
Everything from a single source – with all
components working together in harmony.

How does it work?

• Module − Configured Host:

Host and management console
• Module − Pre-installed Hypervisor:
Installation and configuration of the virtualization
layer
• Module − Virtual Machines:
Delivery of a virtual machine ready for operation
• Modul − Service Package:
Includes pre-installation and configuration of the
total system, Technical Support, system
documentation and After-Sales-Service

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
What does virtualization mean?

A hypervisor is installed
The operating as an additional
Through virtualization,
system and the software layer on a
the operating system
user software are high performance
and the user software
made available in server; it allows for the
of a computer are
form of a virtual integration of several
decoupled from its
machine (VM). virtual machines on
host.
only one host.

SIMATIC
The hypervisor Virtualization as a
The virtual Service offers this
handles the dynamic
machines are technology as a
distribution of the
accessed through ready-to-run
host resources to the
energy- and cost- complete system
virtual machines.
efficient Thin Clients. including
configuration and
system support.

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
An automation system before and after virtualization

Before virtualization After virtualization

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Configured Host”

The system platform consists of the host (HPE ProLiant or DELL PowerEdge) and a management
console (HP Thin Client or DELL).

Several hosts are available – they are equally performant and have linear scaling:

S2 M L3 XL
16x1 24x1 16x2 24x2
Cores 16 24 32 48

RAM [GB] 128 192 256 384

SSD1 [GB] 3.200 4.800 6.400 9.600

Expandable via MLFB: RAM, SSD, NIC

1 net - after RAID 5 redundancy

2 also as Max Performance available: faster CPU; 256GB RAM
3 also as Max Performance available: faster CPU; 512GB RAM

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Configured Host” – High available (v)SAN option

The (v)SAN cluster is a prerequisite for the „High Availability“ feature of the VMware. This feature can be
used with our SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service for any non-SIMATIC server application.
It features high availibility of the virtual machines and thereby of the PCS 7, WinCC and other applications.

In case of a failure on a physical server, the affected virtual machines will be automatically started on other
productive servers with free capacities.

There are two options available: vSAN or SAN cluster

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Configured Host” – SAN Cluster

Digital systems must be highly available in order to reduce system downtime in case
of a host failure.

We offer a preconfigured Storage Area Network, completely integrated in the SIMATIC

Virtualization as a Service.

The complete SAN cluster consists of the external storage and minimum 2 standardized
1-CPU SIVaaS hosts and can be enlarged to maximum 4 hosts.

 Preinstalled and configured VMware software vSphere 8 Standard

and VMware vCenter Server including the SAN configuration

SAN Host
Pre-installation and configuration
SAN Host SAN • Configuration of the host

SAN Storage • Installation and configuration of the VMware Software

• Installation and configuration of the SAN software
• All necessary VMware licenses are included

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Configured Host” – vSAN Cluster

Digital systems must be highly available in order to reduce system downtime in case
of a host failure.

We offer a preconfigured hyper-converged storage approach, completely integrated in

the SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service.

The complete vSAN cluster consists of minimum 3 standardized hosts and can be
flexibly enlarged with further hosts.

 Preinstalled and configured VMware software vSphere 8 Standard,

VMware vCenter Server and vSphere 8 vSAN

vSAN Host
Pre-installation and configuration
vSAN Host vSAN • Configuration of the host

vSAN Host • Installation and configuration of the VMware Software

• Installation and configuration of the vSAN software
• All necessary VMware licenses are included

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Configured Host” – Overview

The following combinations of hosts and (v)SAN options are possible:

Standard Max Performance

S M L XL S L
CPU 16x1 24x1 16x2 24x2 16x1 MP 16x2 MP
RAM [GB] 128 192 256 384 256 512
Storage [TB] 3.2 4.8 6.4 9.6 3.2 6.4

SAN vSAN

S M S M L
CPU 16x1 24x1 CPU 16x1 24x1 16x2
RAM [GB] 128 192 RAM [GB] 128 192 256
HDD Storage1 [TB] 3.6 4.8 SSD Storage [TB] 3.9 5.0 7.5

1 HDDs are installed in SAN

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Pre-installed Hypervisor”

On the basis of the system platform, a virtualization layer is installed that handles the recource distribution
of the physical host to the virtual machines. VMware is used as the virtualization software.

• Preinstalled and preconfigured VMware software vSphere 8.0 Standard (perpetual)

• Optional: VMware vCenter Server for centralized management of your virtual infrastructure

Pre-installation and configuration

• Installation and configuration of the hypervisor Software
VMware vSphere 8
• Activated TPM Module and Secure Boot in all hosts
• Complete virtual network configuration
• Licensed VMware Software
• Pre-installed administration and maintenance software on
the management console

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Pre-installed Hypervisor”

On the basis of the system platform, a virtualization layer is installed that handles the recource distribution
of the physical host to the virtual machines. VMware is used as the virtualization software.

• Preinstalled and preconfigured VMware software vSphere 7.0 Standard

• Optional: VMware vCenter Server for centralized management of your virtual infrastructure

Pre-installation and configuration

• Installation and configuration of the hypervisor Software
VMware vSphere 7
• Activated TPM Module and Secure Boot in all hosts
• Complete virtual network configuration
• Licensed VMware Software
• Pre-installed administration and maintenance software on
the management console

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Virtual Machines”

On the system platform, a virtual machine is delivered ready for

operation.
On every virtual machine, a Microsoft Windows Server 2016, 2019
or 2022 64-bit (with activated license) is preinstalled.

We have broad expertise in hosting the following applications:

• SIMATIC PCS neo
SIMATIC PCS 7
• SIMATIC PCS 7
• SIMATIC Step 7
• SIMATIC WinCC
• TIA Portal
• BRAUMAT & SISTAR
• SIMIT
• COMOS
• DESIGO CC
TIA Portal

We are happy to advise you on the integration of your application.

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SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service
Module “Service Package“

Installation &
Configuration Pre-installation and configuration of the servers is part of the delivery scope

• Technical Support for all used componentds included: Host, operating systems,
VMware, SIMATIC products
• One contact person for all inquiries
Service Contract • Individual support by experts (phone/eMail), processing duration of each case up to 2h.
(5 years) No limitation of cases
• Processing of inquiries regarding functions and system handling
• Coordination of the support activities regarding components from third parties
• DMR (Defective Media Retention) for broken storages – Customer IP will remain on site
In addition to the documentation of the HW/SW components, the system documentation
User Manual includes a detailed technical manual, instructions, FAQ’s, upgrade procedures and
application examples
Warranty (60 months after purchase) and spare parts availability until EOL + remaining service
After Sales Service
contract period

• Technical Support Extended

• Clients with linux based IGEL Operating System
Additional Options • cRSP Ready Management Console
• Supplementary Lifecycle Services: Remote Services
• Supplementary Lifecycle Services: Industrial Cybersecurity Services

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Supplementary Lifecycle Services
Remote Services for Process Automation

The Remote Services for Process Automation are based on the

SIEMENS Remote Service platform (SRS). It provides a secure,
performant and highly available remote connection.

• Field proven: The Siemens Remote Service platform

(SRS) makes secure remote interfacing possible

• Efficient: Experts connect globally directly with the

system, without response time or traveling time

• Competent: Excellent support through competent

ES
experts

• Modular: The SIMATIC Remote Services can be

ES ES adapted step by step to the actual requirement
ES
ES
• Complete: The remote infra-structure is provided,
support and maintenance are included

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Supplementary Lifecycle Services
Industrial Cybersecurity Services

The advancing digitalization of industry also increases the risk of cyber attacks. Our
experts for Industrial Cybersecurity Services are your reliable partner and accompany
you through the entire digital transformation process to protect the productivity and
availability of your system – based on recommendations of the international security
standard IEC 62443.
Industrial Cybersecurity Services include the necessary host and software, and
especially service experts who combine expertise in automation, digitalization, and
security. They follow an end-to-end approach:

1. Plant Security Services:

Transparency about the current security status
2. Network Security Services:
Increased security level by closing security gaps
3. System Integrity Services:
Long-term protection through continuous security management

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Service Program
Industrial Automation DataCenter

The Industrial Automation DataCenter is an individually configured

data center for all IT requirements in production, developed by
Siemens experts with combined expertise in automation, digitalization
and security. It facilitates entry into the forward-looking, digitalized
infrastructure of the industrial environment of the future.

• All important core elements of a data center are included:

high performance computing (with high availability), IT/OT
networks, back-up and disaster recovery, process data
archiving, uninterruptable power supply and IEC 62443
compliant security architecture.

• The holistic approach covers consulting, configuration and

appropriate support services throughout the entire life cycle.

• The perfect symbiosis of hardware, software and services

from a single source provides this ready-to-run hyper-
convergent IT infrastructure for industrial environments.

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IT/OT Asset Monitoring based on PRTG

Your IT/OT infrastructure must • Asset monitoring by using standard protocols like
function reliably to ensure the WMI, SNMP, SSH, OPC UA, HTTPS and many more
operational continuity of the entire (an asset can be a hardware or software component).
system. Therefore, it is important
to identify problems at an early • Get notified via email, SMS/pager, OPC UA.
stage before they cause a failure. • Create new value by combining acquired information,
e.g. health status of all hard disks.
• Share all your data with your OT environment
With IT/OT Asset Monitoring, for monitoring and alerting purpose.
we provide the perfect solution
• Monitor many production sites even
to monitor all critical hardware across continental borders. Ask our experts!
and software components of
• Get creative visualizing your IT/OT environment
your OT environment.
with the map functionality of PRTG.

This enables you to prevent

downtime and thus boost
the availability and reliability IT/OT Asset Monitoring • Available in batches of 500, 1.000, 2000, 5.000, 10.000 asset sensors
based on PRTG • Including a half-day start-up consulting for commissioning and implementation
of your entire production.
• Technical support for 3 or 5 years
Software licenses
• Software maintenance for 3 or 5 years
and services • Implementation and commissioning services (optional)

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Why not profiting from the industrial digitalization age and get Siemens on
board for your IT/OT infrastructure?

Managed IT/OT Infrastructure The perfect symbiosis of hardware, software and services

• includes a ready-to-run high-available IT Secure data exchange between

infrastructure for OT environments. IT and OT based on IEC 62443
• meets sustainability goals and the latest with industrial DMZ infrastructure
cybersecurity requirements.
• ensures operational continuity through remote
management and monitoring by IT/OT experts. Future-proof modernization
of control systems with a
pre-configured virtualization platform
 bridges the gap between IT and OT.

Pre-configured IT infrastructure
for optimized data handling:
• Archiving
• Backup and Restore Industrial Automation DataCenter

Remote monitoring and management

of your IT/OT infrastructure by IT/OT
experts through the entire life cycle

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Siemens as reliable partner for IT infrastructure in OT environments

We offer state-
of-the-art
We are the We drive We understand We have technology and
automation industrial specific industry end-to-end
digitalization
experts security know-how services from a
single source

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Contribution to a sustainable future
with SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service

Up to 80% less space required

due to a standardized overall system with
reduced number of communication interfaces

Up to 75% energy savings

due to optimized use
of the IT resources deployed

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Why should you choose SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service?

System-tested and pre-configured

virtualization platform for industrial systems

Cost reduction due to energy/space savings

and optimized maintenance/modernization

100% lifecycle services from a single source

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MP Hygiène, Davézieux, France
Full IT/OT Infrastructure with Industrial Automation DataCenter

Customer MP Hygiène is France's leading manufacturer of pure cotton wiping paper with the Origine
France Garantie® label, and also manufactures non-woven wipes, soaps and hand hygiene
profile solutions. 56,700 m² of buildings on 4 sites and 12 production lines.
https://www.mphygiene.com/en/accueil-english/

Customer As part of their industrial process, the customer wanted a virtualized infrastructure and
strong cybersecurity packaged by Siemens
objectives

Siemens Industrial Automation DataCenter – SIVaaS and SIDSI

• Redundant SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service (SIVaaS) and SIMATIC DCS / SCADA
Solution / Infrastructure (SIDSI) / back up and restore solutions in the same infrastructure
service • Scalance based virtual network architecture including DMZ
Description • Turnkey PCS7 migration
• Technical support from a Siemens paper industry expert throughout the project

Customer • A pre-configured redundant Siemens virtualized infrastructure ready to host the

migration of its PCS7 project
Benefits • A powerful backup and recovery solution and a security-oriented network to prevent
cyber attacks
• A service contract included with the infrastructure
• Virtualized Resources, Less Hardware, Energy Savings, Obsolescence and
Cybersecurity Management

Why Siemens? • Siemens offers turnkey solutions for virtualized HW-based migration
• Siemens combines IT & OT solutions
• Siemens has a wide range of track records in the paper industry

Reference ID: 37510

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Reference: Bayer CropScience AG, Germany
Digital transformation of the production plants

Customer Bayer CropScience researches, develops and markets highly effective and innovative
insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and seed treatment products. Around 2,000 different
profile chemical products are manufactured at the CHEMPARK in Dormagen. Production focuses on
the development and manufacture of crop protection products, polymers, plastics and rubber.

Customer As a result of the modernization, several production plants are to meet the latest requirements
of a digital company. All necessary supplies and services are to be designed, offered,
objectives implemented and provided with the associated services from a single source.

Siemens Seven production plants were each equipped with an Industrial Automation DataCenter
as part of the modernization
solution
• Through intensive cooperation between Siemens and Bayer CropScience AG, the
requirements with regard to the special features of production, the network architecture and
the existing automation systems were determined and measures for conversion and
preparation were developed.
• In order to meet the requirements for the availability of the overall system, the system
platform was designed on the basis of VMware vSAN technology.
• A security workshop, a factory acceptance test and the implementation of specific customer
requirements were successfully implemented within the scope of the project.

Customer • Up to 80% less space required due to a standardized overall system with the aim of
reducing the number of communication interfaces
value
• Flexible system expansion through preconfigured and ready-to-use individual components
• Up to 75% energy savings due to optimized use of the IT resources deployed
• Essential IT security measures were already implemented upon delivery

Reference ID: 22382

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Reference: Jack Daniels, USA – Save time and money
with SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service

Customer • The oldest registered distiller in the U.S., Jack Daniel's Distillery, was running at capacity
and landlocked at its one distillery in Lynchburg, Tenn.
profile • With no room for expansion in the existing distillery, plans were developed to build a
second distillery (Jack Daniel's Distillery 2 - JD2)
• The strategy was to “design an automated plant that preserved existing operating
philosophies and that could scale by adding capacity in phases as needed and allow for
grain bill flexibility

Customer • Expansion to meet current and future demand

• To keep Jack Daniel's existing operating philosophies in place at the new plant
objectives • To implement new operator interface technologies, as well as new instrumentation,
wireless networking and have the ability to connect the two plants

Siemens SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service (SIVaaS)

• Virtualization System with two identical host machines. Each machine has an operator
solution station (OS) server, Batch server, Route Control server and an engineering station
providing redundant pairs for all critical functions
• SIMATIC PCS7, BATCH and Route Control: 10 panels , more than 2,000 I/O points, four
S7-410 controllers, 22 remote I/O racks and more than 200 I/O cards
• The operator interface uses a strategic placement of touch-panels and iPad tablets

Customer • Reduction of operational and development expenditures

• Control design advantages, operator and maintenance improvements and system
value flexibility
• Inexpensive HW replacement compared to standard machines
• Using of SIVaaS means that virtual machines can be accessed through VMware vSphere
hypervisor software on the iPads for maintenance, updating and troubleshooting

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Let us know if there is anything we can support you with!

Here you can find more information

about SIMATIC Virtualization as a
Service or contact the Siemens
partner near you
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Disclaimer

© Siemens 2024

Subject to changes and errors. The information given in this document

only contains general descriptions and/or performance features which
may not always specifically reflect those described, or which may
undergo modification in the course of further development of the
products. The requested performance features are binding only when
they are expressly agreed upon in the concluded contract.

All product designations may be trademarks or other rights of

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Security Information

Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems, machines and
networks.​

In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a
holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.​

Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems, machines and networks. Such systems, machines and
components should only be connected to an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is necessary and only when
appropriate security measures (e.g. firewalls and/or network segmentation) are in place.​

For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please visit https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity

Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product
updates are applied as soon as they are available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no longer
supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats.​

To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS Feed under
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