Summary of Contents for Siemens SIMATIC NET SCALANCE WxM763
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SCALANCE WxM763 Introduction Safety notices Security SIMATIC NET recommendations Description of the device Industrial Wireless LAN SCALANCE WxM763 Installation and removal Connection Operating Instructions Maintenance and cleaning Troubleshooting Technical data Dimension drawings Approvals 03/2022 C79000-G8976-C653-01...
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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.
Table of contents Introduction ............................. 5 Safety notices ............................9 Security recommendations ........................11 Description of the device ........................19 Structure of the type designation ....................19 Structure of the article number ....................19 Device view ............................ 20 Components of the product ......................21 Terminals ............................
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Table of contents Antennas ............................57 Digital input/output ........................59 Grounding ............................61 Replacing a CLP ..........................62 Maintenance and cleaning ........................65 Error correction ............................. 67 Downloading new firmware using TFTP without WBM and CLI ........... 67 Restoring the factory settings ..................... 68 Technical data ............................
Documentation on the Internet You can find the current version of the document on the Internet at (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/ps/28575/man) Enter the name or article number of the product in the search filter. Documentation on configuration You will find detailed information on configuring the devices in the following configuration manuals: •...
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Firmware The firmware is signed and encrypted. This ensures that only firmware created by Siemens can be downloaded to the device. The firmware is available on the Internet pages of the Siemens Industry Online Support: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/ps/28575/dl) Note on firmware/software support Check regularly for new firmware/software versions or security updates and apply them.
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(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109479891)). Note the different national regulations. Device defective If a fault develops, send the device to your SIEMENS representative for repair. Repairs on-site are not possible. Trademarks The following and possibly other names not identified by the registered trademark sign ®...
Safety notices CAUTION To prevent injury and damage, read the manual before using the device. Read the safety notices Note the following safety notices. These relate to the entire working life of the device. You should also read the safety notices relating to handling in the individual sections, particularly in the sections "Installation"...
OpenVPN). • Separate connections correctly (WBM, SSH etc.). • Check the user documentation of other Siemens products that are used together with the device for additional security recommendations. • Using remote logging, ensure that the system protocols are forwarded to a central logging server.
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Security recommendations • Replace the default passwords for all user accounts, access modes and applications (if applicable) before you use the device. • Define rules for the assignment of passwords. • Use passwords with a high password strength. Avoid weak passwords, (e.g. password1, 123456789, abcdefgh) or recurring characters (e.g.
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• Verify certificates based on the fingerprint on the server and client side to prevent "man in the middle" attacks. Use a second, secure transmission path for this. • Before sending the device to Siemens for repair, replace the current certificates and keys with temporary disposable certificates and keys, which can be destroyed when the device is returned.
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Initialization Vector Implementation Information Disclosure Vulnerability (for example, BEAST). • Ensure that the latest firmware version is installed, including all security-related patches. You can find the latest information on security patches for Siemens products at the Industrial Security (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity) or ProductCERT Security Advisories (https://www.siemens.com/cert/en/cert-security-advisories.htm) website.
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Security recommendations Secure/ non-secure protocols • Use secure protocols if access to the device is not prevented by physical protection measures. • Disable or restrict the use of non-secure protocols. While some protocols are secure (e.g. HTTPS, SSH, 802.1X, etc.), others were not designed for the purpose of securing applications (e.g.
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Security recommendations List of available services The following is a list of all available services and their ports through which the device can be accessed. The table includes the following columns: • Service The services that the device supports. • Protocol/port number Port number assigned to the protocol.
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Security recommendations Service Protocol / Default port Configurable Authenticati Encryption Port number status Port Service DHCP Client IPv4 UDP/68 Outgoing only ✓ DHCP Client IPv6 UDP/546 Outgoing only ✓ DNS Client TCP/53 Outgoing only ✓ UDP/53 HTTP TCP/80 Open ✓ ✓...
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Security recommendations Layer 2 service Default Service configurable status iPRP Closed ✓ MSTP Closed ✓ SIMATIC NET TIME Closed ✓ 802.1x Closed ✓ SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
Description of the device Structure of the type designation The type designation of the device is made up of several parts that have the following meaning: Structure of the article number The article number of the device is made up of several parts that also reflect the properties of the device: SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
Description of the device 4.3 Device view Device view ① Antenna connector R1A1, type R-SMA ② Ethernet connectors (P1, P2, P3, P4) ③ Only SCALANCE WxM763-1 with DI/DO (6GK5763-1AL00-xDA0): Digital input (DI) ④ Only SCALANCE WxM763-1 with DI/DO (6GK5763-1AL00-xDA0): Digital output (DO) ⑤...
• A 2-pin plug-in terminal block for the digital output • A 2-pin plug-in terminal block for the digital input Please check that the consignment you have received is complete. If the consignment is incomplete, contact your supplier or your local Siemens office. Note Not included with the product The following components do not ship with the product: •...
Description of the device 4.5 Terminals Terminals The device has a 5-pin plug-in terminal block for the power supply. The device variant with DI/DO also has two 2-pin plug-in terminal blocks for the digital input and output. Figure 4-1 SCALANCE WxM763-1 with DI/DO Connectors and terminal markings L1, M1, L2, M2 Input for the supply voltage...
Crimp shapes with wave-shaped profile are unsuitable. Accessories Technical data subject to change. You will find further information on the range of accessories in the Industry Mall (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/mall/en/WW/Catalog/Products/10021486) Use the TIA Selection Tool (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/tst/) for configuring the device. 4.6.1 Installation Component...
SCALANCE CLP 2GB W700 Client 6GK5907-4UA00-0AA0 iFeatures 4.6.3 Industrial Ethernet You will find information on the cabling for communication networks in the industry on the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109766358). Cables Industrial Ethernet (sold by the meter) Component Description Article number...
6XV1878-5BN25 4.6.4 Flexible connecting cables, antennas and accessories You will find an overview of the IWLAN products and their accessories in the Order overview (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109766333). 4.6.4.1 Flexible connecting cables Flexible connecting cable N-Connect/R-SMA Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W device with R-...
Description of the device 4.6 Accessories For railway applications, the following connecting cable are available: Length Article number 6XV1875-5TH10 6XV1875-5TH20 6XV1875-5TH50 Flexible connecting cable N-Connect/N-Connect Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W device with N- Connect connectors. Preassembled with two N male connectors: Length Article number...
Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support (https://www.siemens.com/wireless-approvals). • The country-specific and channel-dependent maximum permissible antenna gain You will find further information on this in the reference document "Approvals SCALANCE W700 802.11ax" on the Internet pages of the Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/view/109802595). Antennas Type...
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Description of the device 4.6 Accessories Type Properties Article number ANT795-4MA Omni antenna, 3/5 dBi, 2.4 GHz and 6GK5795-4MA00-0AA3 5 GHz, IP30; RSMA connector, radially rotatable, with additional joint; mounting directly to SCALANCE W with RSMA connection technology ANT795-4MB Omni antenna, 2/3 dBi, 2.4 GHz and 6GK5795-4MB00-0AA0 5 GHz, IP65;...
Description of the device 4.7 LED display LED display The figure shows the arrangement of the LEDs: • Left: for device version with DI/DO (6GK5763-1AL00-xDA0) • Right: for device version without DI/DO (6GK5763-1AL00-3AA0) SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
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Description of the device 4.7 LED display Color Meaning No fault/error. Yellow Sleep mode is active. The device is booting, an error has occurred or the bootloader is waiting for a new firmware file, which you can load via TFTP, see "Loading new firmware via TFTP without WBM and CLI".
Description of the device 4.8 Reset button Color Meaning Access Point mode: Flashing yellow With DFS (802.11h), the channel is scanned for one minute for competing radar signals before the channel can be used for data traffic. Interval: 100 ms on / 100 ms off No function in firmware version V1.2.
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Description of the device 4.8 Reset button ① PLUG slot (CLP) ② Reset button Function The reset button has the following functions: • Restarting the device To restart the device, press the reset button briefly. Note If you make changes to the configuration and restart immediately afterwards with the reset button, the changes may be lost.
Description of the device 4.9 Configuration License PLUG Configuration License PLUG The CLP (Configuration License PLUG) is used to transfer the configuration of the old device to the new device when a device is replaced. The CLP is also referred to as PLUG in the description.
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– The configuration data of the device is stored in a secured memory area of the CLP. This secured memory area can only be accessed via the authentication of the Siemens device. – The device checks whether a CLP is inserted at one second intervals. If the device detects that the CLP has been removed, it restarts automatically.
Installation and removal Safety notices for installation Safety notices When installing the device, keep to the safety notices listed below. NOTICE Improper mounting Improper mounting may damage the device or impair its operation. • Before mounting the device, always ensure that there is no visible damage to the device.
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Installation and removal 5.1 Safety notices for installation WARNING If the device is installed in a cabinet, the inner temperature of the cabinet corresponds to the ambient temperature of the device. Safety notices on use in hazardous areas General safety notices relating to protection against explosion WARNING The device is intended for indoor use only.
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Installation and removal 5.1 Safety notices for installation Safety notices when using according to FM If you use the device under FM conditions you must also keep to the following safety notices in addition to the general safety notices for protection against explosion: WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD The equipment is intended to be installed within an enclosure/control cabinet.
Installation and removal 5.2 Types of installation Safety notices when using the device as industrial control equipment according to UL 61010-2-201 If you use the device under UL 61010-2-201 conditions you must also keep to the following safety notices in addition to the general safety notices for protection against explosion: WARNING Open equipment...
Installation and removal 5.3 Wall mounting Permitted mounting position • Vertical mounting position (ventilation openings at the top and bottom) • Horizontal mounting position (ventilation openings to the right and left) You can find information about the ambient temperature under Permitted ambient conditions.
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Installation and removal 5.3 Wall mounting Drilling template The figure shows the location of the holes for wall mounting of the device: Procedure SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
Installation and removal 5.4 Installing on the DIN rail Follow the steps below to mount the device to the wall: 1. Prepare the drill holes for wall mounting. The precise dimensions are listed in the drilling template, refer to section "Drilling template". 2.
Installation and removal 5.4 Installing on the DIN rail 4. With the securing bar pulled, swivel the device to the DIN rail and press it against the DIN rail until the spring-mounted securing bar locks into place. 5. Tighten the knurled screw to secure the device additionally (torque 0.5 Nm). 6.
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Installation and removal 5.4 Installing on the DIN rail 3. Screw the DIN rail mounting adapter to the bottom of the device (M3 x 8, tightening torque 0.8 Nm). The mounting material is supplied with the DIN rail mounting adapter. 4.
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Installation and removal 5.4 Installing on the DIN rail 3. Pull the DIN rail slider down with a screwdriver 4. Tilt the device forward and remove the device from the DIN rail. 5. Loosen the screws of the DIN rail mounting adapter completely and remove it.
Installation and removal 5.5 Installing on an S7-300 mounting rail 6. Install the knurled screw 7. Attach the cover of the CLP slot again. Installing on an S7-300 mounting rail Installation Follow the steps below to mount the device on an S7-300 mounting rail: 1.
Installation and removal 5.6 Installing on an S7-1500 mounting rail 3. Using a screwdriver, pull the securing bar down as far as it will go. 4. With the securing bar pulled, swivel the device to the mounting rail and press it against the mounting rail until the spring-mounted securing bar locks into place.
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Installation and removal 5.6 Installing on an S7-1500 mounting rail Follow the steps below to mount the device on an S7-1500 mounting rail: 1. Loosen the knurled screw with your hand or a screwdriver. 2. Place the first housing guide of the device on the top edge of the mounting rail. 3.
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Installation and removal 5.6 Installing on an S7-1500 mounting rail SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
Connection Safety when connecting up Safety notices When connecting up the device, keep to the safety notices listed below. Note Strain relief for the Ethernet cables In order to avoid mechanical stress on the Ethernet cables and resulting interruption of the contact, fasten the cables at a short distance from the connector using a cable guide or busbar.
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Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting up WARNING Danger due to lightning strikes Installing this lightning protector between an antenna and a SCALANCE W device is not adequate protection against a lightning strike. The LP798-1N lightening protector only works within the framework of a comprehensive lightning protection concept. If you have questions, ask a qualified specialist company.
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Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting up NOTICE Damage to the device due to potential differences To fully eliminate the influence of electromagnetic interference, the device must be grounded. There must be no potential difference between the following parts, otherwise the device or other connected device could be severely damaged: •...
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Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting up WARNING Lack of equipotential bonding If there is no equipotential bonding in hazardous areas, there is a risk of explosion due to equalizing current or ignition sparks. • Ensure that equipotential bonding is available for the device. WARNING Unprotected cable ends There is a risk of explosion due to unprotected cable ends in hazardous areas.
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Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting up Notes for use in hazardous locations according to ATEX, IECEx, UKEX and CCC Ex If you use the device under ATEX, IECEx, UKEX or CCC Ex conditions you must also keep to the following safety instructions in addition to the general safety instructions for protection against explosion: WARNING Transient overvoltages...
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Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting up Safety information when using in accordance with UL 61010-2-201 If you use the device under UL 61010-2-201 conditions you must also keep to the following safety notices in addition to the general safety notices for protection against explosion: NOTICE Suitable fusing for the power supply cable...
Connection 6.2 Power supply Power supply WARNING Impermissible power supply Never operate the device with AC voltage or DC voltage higher than 32 V DC. Note The device can be disconnected from the power supply by removing the terminal block. The power supply is connected using a 5-pin plug-in terminal block.
Connection 6.3 Ethernet Use copper cables with the following properties to wire the power connector: • Two-wire cable with 0.5 to 1.5 mm Cross-section per wire • Permitted tensile load at least 10 N. - UL • List of cables according to the national installation regulations. In areas where NEC or CEC applies: Type PTLC or ITC You can find additional information in the section "Terminals (Page 22)".
Connection 6.4 Antennas Pin assignment The following table shows the pin assignment of the RJ45 connectors. Pin number Pin assignment RJ45 connector 10/100/1000 Mbps Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Antennas The device has two antenna connectors of the type R-SMA, which are located on the front of the device.
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Connection 6.4 Antennas Procedure Follow the steps below to connect a cable for an external antenna to the device: 1. Insert the connector on the antenna cable into the R-SMA socket and tighten the sleeve nut of the plug on the socket (key size SW8, tightening torque 1 Nm). If you only use one antenna, you need to connect this to the device via antenna connector R1 A1 (position A1).
Connection 6.5 Digital input/output Digital input/output The following devices have a digital input and output: • SCALANCE WAM763-1 with the article number 6GK5763-1AL00-7DA0 • SCALANCE WUM763-1 with the article number 6GK5763-1AL00-3DA0 The digital input and output are connected using a 2-pin plug-in terminal block in each case.
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Connection 6.5 Digital input/output Digital input The 2-pin terminal block has the following assignment: Contact Assignment Input Ground The voltage applied to the "DI" contact is converted to a digital status by the device as follows: Voltage Status -30 to +3 V DC +10 to +30 V DC SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
Connection 6.6 Grounding Digital output The 2-pin terminal block has the following assignment: Contact Assignment Switching signal Ground The output is a switch that switches the signal at +DO to -DO. Grounding Grounding for wall mounting The device is grounded by the fixing screw via the unpainted eyelet, position see section "Device view (Page 20)".
Connection 6.7 Replacing a CLP The grounding cable is not supplied with the device. Connect the paint-free surface of the device to the nearest grounding point using the grounding cable. Grounding when installing on a DIN rail / S7 mounting rail The device is grounded via the rear of the device.
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Connection 6.7 Replacing a CLP To remove a CLP from the device, follow the steps below: 1. Turn off the power to the device. 2. Loosen the screws M3 ① with a Torx screwdriver T10 and remove the slot cover ②. 3.
Maintenance and cleaning WARNING Unauthorized repair of devices in explosion-proof design Risk of explosion in hazardous areas • Repair work may only be performed by personnel authorized by Siemens. WARNING Impermissible accessories and spare parts Risk of explosion in hazardous areas •...
Firmware The firmware is signed and encrypted. This ensures that only firmware created by Siemens can be downloaded to the device. You can download new firmware to the device using TFTP. To do this, the device does not need to be reachable either using Web Based Management (WBM) or using the Command Line Interface (CLI).
Error correction 8.2 Restoring the factory settings Restoring the factory settings NOTICE Previous settings If you reset, all the settings you have made will be overwritten by factory defaults. NOTICE Inadvertent reset An inadvertent reset can cause disturbances and failures in a configured network with further consequences.
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Error correction 8.2 Restoring the factory settings 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 WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
• SCALANCE WAM763-1 • SCALANCE WUM763-1 Note You will find detailed information on the transmit power and receiver sensitivity in the document "Performance data SCALANCE W700 802.11ax" on the Internet at (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/view/109797829). Technical specifications Data transfer Ethernet transfer rate 10/100/1000 Mbps Wireless transmission rate 1 ...
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Technical data Technical specifications Wireless interface Antenna connector Quantity Design R-SMA female Impedance 50 Ω nominal Permitted antenna wire lengths < 30 m Frequency range 2412 ... 2480 MHz 4920 ... 5875 MHz Electrical data Direct 24 VDC supply Supply voltage from socket 24 V DC Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)/ Protective Extra Low Voltage (PELV) Type of current...
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Technical data Technical specifications Permissible ambient conditions Ambient temperature During operation -30 °C ... +60 °C During storage -40 ℃ to +85 ℃ During transportation -40 ℃ to +85 ℃ Relative humidity During operation ≤ 90% at 25 °C, no condensation Operating altitude During operation ≤...
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Technical data SCALANCE WxM763 Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C653-01...
Note CAx data You can find the CAx data on the Internet at (https://www.automation.siemens.com/bilddb/index.aspx?lang=en) 1. Click on the "CAx data" link in the "Direct Links" area. The Industry Image Database page is loaded. 2. Enter the name or article number of the product in the search filter.
You will find the approvals of the products in the reference work "Approvals SCALANCE W700 802.11ax" on the Internet pages of the Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109802595). You will find the current approvals for the product on the Internet pages of the Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/28575/cert).
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Index S7-1500 mounting rail, 46 S7-300 mounting rail, 45 Safety extra low voltage, 50 Safety notices for installation, 35 general, 9 Use in hazardous areas, 9, 35, 49 when connecting up, 49 Scope of the manual, 5 Technical specifications, 71 Terminals, 22 Type designation, 19 Wall mounting, 40...
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