Activating Encryption Protocols - Siemens SIMATIC HMI KP400 Comfort Operating Instructions Manual

Commissioning the device
4.3 Parameter assignment for Comfort Panel
4.3.7.4

Activating encryption protocols

Data can be encrypted for greater data transmission security. Common encryption protocols
include SSL and TLS. TLS is a more advanced encryption protocol than SSL. You can
activate or deactivate the usage of encryption protocols.
Read "General safety instructions (Page 27)".
Requirement
● The Control Panel is open.
● Your system administrator has provided you with the necessary information.
Procedure
1. Open the "Internet Options" dialog using the "Internet Options" icon.
2. Change to the "Advanced" tab.
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3. Activate the required encryption protocols.
Note
If no encryption protocol is activated, data is sent over the Internet in non-secure mode.
4. If you want to be warned that you are switching between secure and non-secure data
transmission, select the "Warn if changing between ..." check box.
5. Confirm your entries with "OK".
The dialog closes.
The encryption protocols are set.
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Available encryption protocols
Warning upon switch between secure and non-secure data transmission
Operating Instructions, 07/2017, A5E36770603-AB
Comfort Panels