The SIMATIC HMI 6AV7674-0NE00 is the INOX Keyboard PRO — a premium stainless steel USB keyboard purpose-built for 4:3 SIMATIC HMI PRO operator stations. It goes beyond the standard 6AV6881 desktop keyboards by integrating a full numeric keypad and mouse keys into a single IP65-rated unit, eliminating the need for separate peripherals in space-constrained or washdown-prone installations.

What makes this different from the 6AV6881 INOX desktop keyboards?

The 6AV7674 PRO keyboard adds three capabilities the 6AV6881 series does not offer: an integrated numeric keypad for rapid data entry, mouse keys that emulate pointing device input directly from the keyboard, and adjustable inclination for operator ergonomics. The IP65 rating applies to the entire keyboard assembly, not just the USB connector. It is designed specifically for integration into 4:3 PRO device housings with a 19-inch rack-compatible form factor, finished in RAL 9023 Pearl Dark Gray to match PRO system aesthetics.

When does an integrated numeric keypad matter?

In process industries, operators routinely enter setpoints, batch quantities, and parameter values. A dedicated numeric keypad reduces data entry time and errors compared to the number row on a standard keyboard. Combined with mouse keys that let the operator navigate the HMI screen and click interface elements without moving hands off the keyboard, the PRO model reduces peripheral clutter and speeds up operator workflows in production-critical environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this keyboard be used with 16:9 PRO devices?

No. This model (6AV7674-0NE00, RAL 9023) is designed for 4:3 format PRO devices. For 16:9 PRO devices, Siemens offers the 6AV7674-1NE00-0AA0 variant in RAL 9006 silver. The two are mechanically and visually matched to different PRO device form factors.

Does this keyboard support n-key rollover?

No. Like all Siemens industrial-grade stainless steel keyboards, this model uses 2-key rollover optimized for industrial reliability. If n-key rollover is required, consider the plastic 6AV6881-0AU14 n-key desktop models — but note they do not offer the integrated keypad, mouse keys, or full-keyboard IP65 protection.