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Siemens SCALANCE W788C-2 Series Operating Instructions Manual

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SIMATIC NET
Industrial Wireless LAN
SCALANCE W788C-2
Operating Instructions
01/2017
A5E03692120-11
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Introduction
Security recommendations
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Description
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Mounting
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Connection
Technical data
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Dimension drawings
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Approvals
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  • Page 1 ___________________ Introduction Security recommendations ___________________ SIMATIC NET Description ___________________ Mounting Industrial Wireless LAN SCALANCE W788C-2 ___________________ Connection Technical data Operating Instructions ___________________ Dimension drawings ___________________ Approvals 01/2017 A5E03692120-11...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction ............................. 5 Information on the Operating Instructions ................5 Security recommendations ........................7 Description ............................11 Description of the device ......................11 Structure of the type designations ..................13 Components of the product ....................14 Accessories ..........................15 3.4.1 Installation ..........................
  • Page 4 Table of contents SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Information on the Operating Instructions Validity of the Operating Instructions These operating instructions cover the following products: Product Article number SCALANCE W788C-2 RJ-45 6GK5 788-2FC00-1AA0 SCALANCE W788C-2 M12 6GK5 788-2GD00-1AA0 SCALANCE W788C-2 M12 EEC 6GK5788-2GD00-1TA0 If information relates to all the named products, the term SCALANCE W7x8 will be used. These operating instructions apply to the following software version: ●...
  • Page 6 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 only form one element of such a concept. Customer is responsible to prevent unauthorized access to its plants, systems, machines and networks.

  • Page 7: Security Recommendations

    ● 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 (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)". ● Inform yourself regularly about security advisories and bulletins published by Siemens ProductCERT (http://www.siemens.com/cert/en/cert-security-advisories.htm). ● Only activate protocols that you really require to use the device.
  • Page 8 Security recommendations ● Enable logging functions. Use the central logging function to log changes and access attempts centrally. Check the logging information regularly. ● Configure a Syslog server to forward all logs to a central location. ● Use WPA2/ WPA2-PSK with AES to protect the WLAN. If iPCF or iPCF-MC is used, use the AES encryption.
  • Page 9 Security recommendations ● The following protocols provide secure alternatives: – SNMPv1/v2 → SNMPv3 Check whether use of SNMPv1 is necessary. SNMPv1 is classified as non-secure. Use the option of preventing write access. The product provides you with suitable setting options. If SNMP is enabled, change the community names.
  • Page 10 Security recommendations Available protocols per port The following list provides you with an overview of the open ports on this device. The table includes the following columns: ● Protocol All protocols that the device supports ● Port number Port number assigned to the protocol ●...

  • Page 11: Description

    Description Description of the device W7x8x-x RJ-45 - degree of protection IP30 ① LEDs ② Connecting connectors, R-SMA type female Devices with one IWLAN interface: 3 connectors on the top (covered in the figure). • Devices with two IWLAN interfaces: 3 connectors on the top and 3 on the underside. •...
  • Page 12 Description 3.1 Description of the device W7x8x-x M12 - degree of protection IP65 ① Connecting connectors, N-Connect type female Devices with one IWLAN interface: 3 connectors on the top (covered in the figure). • Devices with two IWLAN interfaces: 3 connectors on the top and 3 on the underside. •...

  • Page 13: Structure Of The Type Designations

    Description 3.2 Structure of the type designations Structure of the type designations The type designation of a SCALANCE W7x8 is made up of several parts that have the following meaning: SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 14: Components Of The Product

    The mounting set with the holding plate does not ship with the device, see Accessories (Page 15). Please check that the consignment you have received is complete. If the consignment is incomplete, contact your supplier or your local Siemens office. SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 15: Accessories

    Description 3.4 Accessories Accessories Technical data subject to change. You will find further information on the accessories program in the Industry Mall. (https://mall.industry.siemens.com) 3.4.1 Installation Installation Component Description Article number Mounting set The mounting set with the holding plate for attach- 6GK5798-8ML00-0AB3 ment to an S7-300 rail, a 35 mm DIN rail or a mast.
  • Page 16 Description 3.4 Accessories Component Description Article number IE FC TP TRAILING Highly flexible bus cable, TP installation cable for 6XV1 840-3AH10 CABLE 2X2 connection to FC OUTLET RJ-45, for use in drag chains, 4-wire, shielded, CAT 5 (PROFINET type C) Sold by the meter IE TP TORSION CABLE Highly flexible bus cable, TP installation cable for...
  • Page 17 Description 3.4 Accessories Energy cable Component Description Article number Energy cable 2 Energy cable for connection of signaling contact and power 6XV1 812-8A x 0.75 supply 24 VDC, stranded wire 2 x 0.75 mm , capable of trail- ing, not assembled Sold by the meter Robust Energy Energy cable for connection of power supply 24 VDC, 4-wire...

  • Page 18: Flexible Connecting Cables And Antennas

    Description 3.4 Accessories 3.4.2 Flexible connecting cables and antennas 3.4.2.1 Flexible connecting cables N-Connect/R-SMA flexible connecting cable for RJ-45 Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W700. Preassembled with two connectors N male and R-SMA male Length Article number 0.3 m 6XV1875-5CE30...

  • Page 19: Antennas

    When you select an antenna, keep in mind the national approvals for your device. You will find more information in the following Link (http://www.siemens.com/wireless- approvals) The SCALANCE W786C-2IA RJ-45 uses internal omni antennas (3/4 dBi at 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz).
  • Page 20 Description 3.4 Accessories Type Properties Article number ANT793-8DK Directional antenna, mast/wall 6GK5 793-8DK00-0AA0 mounting, 23 dBi 5 GHz, 2 x N- Connect female ANT795-4MA Omni antenna, directly on the de- 6GK5 795-4MA00-0AA3 vice, 3/5 dBi 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, IP30, R-SMA connector male for direct mounting on the device, connector angle adjustable 0°...
  • Page 21 Description 3.4 Accessories NOTICE ANT795-4MA The ANT795-4MA antenna has degree of protection IP30 and is therefore only suitable for dry environments. Note ANT793-8DJ The antenna ANT793-8DJ may only be used with the flexible connecting cable 6XV1875- 5CH50 (5 m length) or 6XV1875-5CN10 (10 m length). Other flexible connecting cables are not permitted.

  • Page 22: Led Display

    Description 3.5 LED display LED display Information on operating status and data transfer On the front of the housing, several LEDs provide information on the operating status of the SCALANCE W7x8: LEDs with RJ-45 variants LEDs with M12 variants LED display of the SCALANCE W788C-2. You will find information on the significance of the individual elements in the documentation for the WLC700.

  • Page 23: Mounting

    Mounting CAUTION Minimum distance to antennas Fit the device so that there is a minimum clearance of 20 cm between antennas and persons. WARNING If a device is operated in an ambient temperature of more than 50 °C, the temperature of the device housing may be higher than 70 °C.

  • Page 24: Securing The Housing

    Mounting 4.1 Securing the housing Securing the housing Grounding connector WARNING Operation of the W7x8 only with connected grounding cable To operate the SCALANCE W7x8 safely, the housing must make contact with a grounding cable. Do not use the SCALANCE W7x8 without a grounding cable connected. The grounding cable is fixed to the housing with a screw.

  • Page 25: Wall Mounting

    Mounting 4.2 Wall mounting Wall mounting Use the holes in the housing to screw the device to the wall or on a horizontal surface. The location of the holes can be seen in the following figure: Figure 4-1 Drilling pattern (dimensions in mm) ①...

  • Page 26: Installing On The S7-300 Standard Rail

    Mounting 4.3 Installing on the S7-300 standard rail Installing on the S7-300 standard rail Follow the steps below to install the SCALANCE W7x8 on a vertical S7-300 rail: 1. Place the device on the upper edge of the S7-300 standard rail (position A). 2.

  • Page 27: Installing On A Din Rail

    Mounting 4.4 Installing on a DIN rail Installing on a DIN rail The SCALANCE W7x8 is suitable for rail mounting on 35 mm DIN EN 50022 rails. Bracket for DIN rail mounting Note The bracket for installation on a DIN rail does not ship with the product, seeAccessories (Page 15).
  • Page 28 Mounting 4.4 Installing on a DIN rail Figure 4-4 Installing on a DIN rail SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 29: Connection

    Connection Safety when connecting up Safety notices When connecting up the device, keep to the safety notices listed below. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Replacing components may impair suitability for Class 1, Division 2 or Zone 2. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not open the device when the supply voltage is turned on. Note Close unused sockets Close all unused M12 sockets with protective caps (torque at least 0.4 Nm) to achieve the...

  • Page 30: Lightning Protection, Power Supply And Grounding

    Connection 5.2 Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Lightning protection WARNING Danger due to lightning strikes Antennas installed outdoors must be within the area covered by a lightning protection system. Make sure that all conducting systems entering from outdoors can be protected by a lightning protection potential equalization system.
  • Page 31 Connection 5.2 Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Supply voltage WARNING Safety extra low voltage The equipment is designed for operation with Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) by a Limited Power Source (LPS). This means that only SELV / LPS (Limited Power Source) complying with IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / VDE 0805-1 must be connected to the power supply terminals or the power supply unit for the equipment power supply must comply with NEC Class 2, as described by the National Electrical Code (r) (ANSI / NFPA 70).
  • Page 32 Connection 5.2 Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Grounding WARNING Danger to life from overvoltage, fire hazard When using outdoor antennas, the shared or even grounded pin of the circuit must be connected to the shield of the coaxial cable and with all touchable conductive parts and circuits.

  • Page 33: Power Supply And Ethernet

    Connection 5.3 Power supply and Ethernet Power supply and Ethernet Connecting the power supply Models RJ-45 / degree of protection IP30 The four-pin connecting socket has the following pin assignment: Signal Description 24 VDC Ground Ground 24 VDC The M12 socket for the power supply has the following pin assignment: Signal Description 24 VDC...
  • Page 34 Connection 5.3 Power supply and Ethernet Note Grounding connector ① The device has a grounding connector on the back of the device (screw M4), see position in the drilling pattern (Page 25). Connect the grounding cable before you mount the device. Refer to the information in the section Mounting (Page 23).

  • Page 35: Antenna Connectors

    Connection 5.4 Antenna connectors Antenna connectors Note Tightening torque The following tightening torques apply to the connectors: • with N-Connect connectors: 1.7 Nm • with SMA/R-SMA connectors: 1 Nm R-SMA for degree of protection IP30 The SCALANCE W788C-2 RJ-45 has antenna sockets of the type R-SMA, 3 on the top and 3 on the underside of the device.
  • Page 36 Connection 5.4 Antenna connectors N-Connect for degree of protection IP65 The SCALANCE W788C-2 M12 has antenna sockets of the type N-Connect, 3 on the top and 3 on the underside of the device. Note Cabinet installation When installing the SCALANCE W7x8 in a cabinet, you need to use detached antennas. A suitable flexible connecting cable for a connection between SCALANCE W778/W738 and a detached antenna are available from SIMATIC NET.
  • Page 37 Connection 5.4 Antenna connectors ① R1A1 ② R1A2 ③ R1A3 ④ R2A1 ⑤ R2A2 ⑥ R2A3 Figure 5-2 Antenna connector IP65 SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...
  • Page 38 Connection 5.4 Antenna connectors SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 39: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical specifications of the SCALANCE W788C-2) The following technical specifications apply to the following devices: ● SCALANCE W788C-2 RJ45 ● SCALANCE W788C-2 M12 ● SCALANCE W788C-2 M12 EEC Note Bridging a power outage is possible only with an input voltage of 24 VDC (-15% to +20%). Note You will find detailed information on the transmit power and receiver sensitivity in the document "Leistungsdaten 802.11abgn PCIe Minicard / Characteristics 802.11abgn PCIe...
  • Page 40 Technical data 6.1 Technical specifications of the SCALANCE W788C-2) Technical specifications Permitted cable lengths (Ethernet) (Alternative combinations per length range) IE TP torsion cable 0 ... 55 m 0 ... 45 m + 10 m TP cord IE FC TP marine cable 0 ...
  • Page 41 Technical data 6.1 Technical specifications of the SCALANCE W788C-2) Technical specifications Fusing 2.5 A / 24 VDC 1 A / 48 VDC PoE Current consumption At 24 VDC / max. 650 mA Effective power loss At 24 VDC / max. 15.6 W At 24 VDC / typical 15 W...
  • Page 42 Technical data 6.1 Technical specifications of the SCALANCE W788C-2) SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 43: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings The following dimensions are specified in mm. Dimension drawing of the SCALANCE W7x8-2 RJ45 (degree of protection IP30) Figure 7-1 Front view RJ-45 Figure 7-2 View from above RJ-45 SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...
  • Page 44 Dimension drawings Dimension drawing of the SCALANCE W7x8-2 M12 (degree of protection IP65) Figure 7-3 Front view M12 Figure 7-4 View from above M12 SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 45: Approvals

    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.
  • Page 46 Approvals SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

  • Page 47: Index

    Index Antenna cables, 18 Safety extra low voltage, 30, 31 Antennas, 18 Safety notices Article numbers, 5 Use in hazardous areas, 29 when connecting up, 29 Scope of delivery, 14 SELV, 30 Supply voltage, 31 Cables Permitted lengths, 39 Connectors, 14 Technical specifications, 39, 39 Type designations, 13 Dimension drawings, 43...
  • Page 48 Index SCALANCE W788C-2 Operating Instructions, 01/2017, A5E03692120-11...

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