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Introduction Security recommendations Description of the device SIMATIC NET Mounting Industrial Wireless LAN SCALANCE W760/W720 Connection Upkeep and maintenance Operating Instructions Technical data Dimension drawings Approvals 09/2017 C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Lightning protection, power supply and grounding..............30 Power supply..........................33 Ethernet..........................34 Antenna connector.........................35 Grounding..........................36 Upkeep and maintenance...........................37 Device configuration with PRESET-PLUG................37 Restoring the factory settings....................40 Firmware update via WBM or CLI not possible..............41 Technical data............................43 Dimension drawings...........................45 Approvals..............................47 Index................................49 SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
● SCALANCE W760/W720 with firmware as of Version 6.2 Purpose of the Operating Instructions Using the Operating Instructions, you will be able to install and connect the SCALANCE W760/ W720 correctly. The configuration and the integration of the device in a WLAN are not described in these instructions.
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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...
● Keep the software up to date. Check regularly for security updates of the product. You will find information on this on the Internet pages "Industrial Security" ● Inform yourself regularly about security advisories and bulletins published by Siemens ProductCERT.
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● Use WPA2/ WPA2-PSK with AES to protect the WLAN. If iPCF or iPCF-MC is used, use the AES encryption. See also Product cert (http://www.siemens.com/cert/en/cert-security-advisories.htm) http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity) Passwords ● Define rules for the use of devices and assignment of passwords.
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● Port number Port number assigned to the protocol ● Port status – Open The port is always open and cannot be closed. – Open (when configured) The port is open if it has been configured. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Open (when config‐ Open ured) EtherNet/IP TCP/44818, Open (when config‐ Open UDP/ ured) 2222,44818 DHCP UDP/67,68 Open (when config‐ Closed ured) RADIUS UDP/ Open (when config‐ Closed 1812,1813 ured) TFTP UDP/69 Open (when config‐ Closed ured) SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Description of the device Description of the device W76x / W72x ① LEDs ② Antenna connector ③ RESET button ④ Ethernet connector ⑤ Connector for power supply and grounding SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
The type designation of the device is made up of several parts that have the following meaning: -1 RJ45 Ethernet copper cable Number of IWLAN interfaces 1 Standard device 2 Device supports iFeatures 6 Access point 2 Client SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
● A 3-pin terminal block for the power supply ● SIMATIC NET Industrial Wireless LAN CD Please check that the consignment you have received is complete. If the consignment is incomplete, contact your supplier or your local Siemens office. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
4-pin M12 plug (D-coded) and an IE FC RJ-45 plug 145 IE CONNECTING CABLE Flexible IE connecting cable, 4-wire, preassembled 6XV1870-8A* M12-180/M12-180 with two 4-pin M12 plugs (D-coded) * Available in different lengths SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Lighting protector with N/N female/female connector with gas dis‐ 6GK5798-2LP00-2 charge technology LP798‑2N Lighting protector with N/N female/female connector with quarter 6GK5798-2LP10-2 wave technology Terminating resistor Component Description Article number TI795-1R Electrical connection 6GK5795-1TR10-0 RSMA-Connect, male SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W700 with N-Connect connectors. Preassembled with two N male connectors: Length Article number 6XV1875-5AH10 6XV1875-5AH20 6XV1875-5AH50 10 m 6XV1875-5AN10 For railway applications, the following connecting cable are available: Length Article number 6XV1875-5SH10 6XV1875-5SH20 6XV1875-5SH50 SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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The antenna ANT793-8DK may only be used with the flexible connecting cable 6XV1875-5CN10 (10 m length). Other flexible connecting cables are not permitted. Notice for USA/Canada Only one antenna per device can be used (connected to R1A1, R1A2 or R2A1, R2A2). SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
SCALANCE W760 in access point mode: Green The WLAN interface is initialized and ready for operation. SCALANCE W760 in client mode or SCALANCE W720: There is a connection via the WLAN interface. Green and yel‐ Data transfer over the WLAN interface.
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If no primary user is detected, data traffic is possible again. The wait time of 30 minutes is necessary due to legal requirements and cannot be shortened even by restarting the device. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Description of the device 3.6 Reset button Reset button ① The reset button (position ) is on the front of the housing: L 1 P R 1 A SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Previous settings If you reset, all the changes you have made will be overwritten by factory defaults. NOTICE Inadvertent reset An inadvertent reset can cause disturbances and failures in the configured network with further consequences. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Description of the device 3.6 Reset button SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
General notes on use according to ATEX and IECEx WARNING To comply with EC Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX 114) or the conditions of IECEx, this enclosure or cabinet must meet the requirements of at least IP54 in compliance with EN 60529. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Installing on a DIN rail / removing Procedure for installation Follow the steps below to fit the SCALANCE W760/W720 to a DIN rail: 1. Place the device on the upper edge of the DIN rail as shown in the figure.
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2. Disconnect all connected cables. 3. Press the release button on the top of the device to release the DIN rail catch. 4. Tilt the SCALANCE W760/W720 forward and remove the device from the DIN rail. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Mounting 4.1 Installing on a DIN rail / removing SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED. Note Strain relief of the interfaces To prevent weights or mechanical movement that can affect an interface causing interrupted contact, fix the cables to a cable guide or rail at short intervals. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
The requirements of EN61000-4-5, surge immunity tests on power supply lines, are met only when a Blitzductor is used with 24 VDC: BVT AVD 24 article number: 918 422 Manufacturer: DEHN+SÖHNE GmbH+Co.KG, Hans Dehn Str. 1, Postfach 1640, D - 92306 Neumarkt, Germany SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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● Grounding pin of the SCALANCE W700 and the ground potential of a device connected over Ethernet. ● Grounding pin of the SCALANCE W700 and the shield contact of the connected Ethernet cable. Connect both grounds to the same foundation earth or use an equipotential bonding cable. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D or non-hazardous locations only. This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Zone 2, Group IIC or non-hazardous locations only. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Connection 5.2 Power supply Power supply The power is supplied to the SCALANCE W760/W720 via the three-pin socket. Here the device is also grounded. L+ M Socket The three-pin socket has the following pin assignment: Assignment +24 VDC Ground Grounding...
Connection 5.3 Ethernet Ethernet The SCALANCE W760/W720 has two Ethernet interfaces located on the underside of the ① device (position SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
L 1 P R 1 A Procedure Follow the steps below to connect a cable for an external antenna to a SCALANCE W760/720: ① 1. Insert the connector on the antenna cable into the R-SMA socket R1 A1 (position ) and tighten the retainer nut on the socket (key size SW8, tightening torque 1 Nm).
“Power supply (Page 33)“. Such a cable should be kept as short as possible. If cables are installed permanently, it is advisable to remove the insulation of the shielded cable and to establish contact on the shield/PE conductor bar. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
1. Start the remote configuration using Telnet (CLI) and log on with a user with the "admin" role. 2. Change to the Global configuration mode with the command "configure terminal". 3. You change to the PLUG configuration mode with the "plug" command. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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PLUG is formatted and the PRESET PLUG functionality is lost. You then need to create a new PRESET PLUG. The keys stored on the KEY-PLUG for releasing functions are retained. We recommend that you remove the PRESET PLUG before you reset the device to the factory settings. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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3. You change to the PLUG configuration mode with the "plug" command. 4. Enter the command "factoryclean". The PRESET-PLUG is formatted and the preset function is reset. 5. Write the current configuration of the device with the "write" command. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Via the configuration You will find detailed information on resetting the device parameters using the WBM and CLI in the configuration manuals: ● Web Based Management, section "Restart" ● Command Line Interface, section "Reset and Defaults" SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Please note that the transfer of the firmware can take several minutes. During the transmission, the red error LED (F) flashes. Once the firmware has been transferred completely to the device, the device is restarted automatically. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
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Upkeep and maintenance 6.3 Firmware update via WBM or CLI not possible SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
● SCALANCE W722-1 RJ-45 ● SCALANCE W721-1 RJ-45 Note You will find detailed information on the transmit power and receiver sensitivity in the document "Performance data 802.11 abgn SCALANCE W760/W720" on the supplied data medium (REF_W760-RadioInterface.pdf). SCALANCE W761/W722/W721 Data transfer...
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Dimensions W x H x D 50 x 114 x 74 mm Weight 130 g Installation options Installation on a DIN rail Mean time between failure (MTBF) at 40 °C ambient temperature 106.51 years SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 09/2017, C79000-G8976-C322-08...
Approvals You will find the approvals of the products in the reference work "Approvals SCALANCE W700 802.11n" on the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support: ● Using the search function: support.automation.siemens.com (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en) Enter the entry ID of the relevant manual as the search item.