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Siemens SIMATIC NET SCALANCE W720 Operating Instructions Manual

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SCALANCE W760/W720
SIMATIC NET
Industrial Wireless LAN
SCALANCE W760/W720
Operating Instructions
10/2019
C79000-G8976-C322-11
Introduction
Security recommendations
Description of the device
Mounting
Connection
Upkeep and maintenance
Technical data
Dimension drawings
Approvals
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  • Page 1 SCALANCE W760/W720 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 10/2019 C79000-G8976-C322-11...
  • 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 of the device ......................... 13 Description of the device ......................13 Structure of the type designation .................... 14 Components of the product ....................15 Accessories ..........................
  • Page 4 Table of contents SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Note Make sure that you read the explanations and instructions in the README.txt file Security information Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks. SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...
  • Page 6 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 customers’...

  • Page 7: Security Recommendations

    ● Keep the firmware up to date. Check regularly for security updates of the product. You will find information on this on the Internet pages "Industrial Security (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)". ● Inform yourself regularly about security advisories and bulletins published by Siemens ProductCERT (https://www.siemens.com/cert/en/cert-security-advisories.htm). ● Only activate protocols that you really require to use the device.
  • Page 8 Security recommendations ● The option of VLAN structuring provides good protection against DoS attacks and unauthorized access. Check whether this is practical or useful in your environment. ● Use a central logging server to log changes and access operations. Operate your logging server within the protected network area and check the logging information regularly.
  • Page 9 Security recommendations Secure/non-secure protocols and services ● Avoid and disable non-secure protocols, for example Telnet and TFTP. For historical reasons, these protocols are still available, however not intended for secure applications. Use non-secure protocols on the device with caution. ● Check whether use of the following protocols and services is necessary: –...
  • Page 10 Security recommendations ● Configurable port/service Indicates whether the port number or the service can be configured via WBM / CLI. ● Authentication Specifies whether the communication partner is authenticated. If optional, the authentication can be configured as required. ● Encryption Specifies whether the transfer is encrypted.
  • Page 11 Security recommendations Service Protocol/port num- Default port Configurable Authentication Encryption status Port Service RSTP Open ✓ iPRP Open ✓ MSTP Closed ✓ IPv6 Closed ✓ SIMATIC NET TIME Closed ✓ SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...
  • Page 12 Security recommendations SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 13: Description Of The Device

    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, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 14: Structure Of The Type Designation

    Description of the device 3.2 Structure of the type designation Structure of the type designation The type designation of the device is made up of several parts that have the following meaning:{xe "Type designation"} SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 15: Components Of The Product

    ● 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, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 16: Accessories

    Description of the device 3.4 Accessories 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) Cables Industrial Ethernet Component Description Article number IE FC TP STANDARD Standard bus cable, TP installation cable for con-...
  • Page 17 Description of the device 3.4 Accessories Cabinet feedthrough Component Description Article number IE M12 PANEL Cabinet feedthrough for conversion from M12 con- 6GK1901-0DM20-2AA5 FEEDTHROU nector technology (D-coded, IP65) to RJ-45 connector technology (IP20) pack of 5 IE M12 PANEL Cabinet feedthrough for conversion from M12 con- 6GK1901-0DM30-2AA5 FEEDTHROU nector technology (D-coded, IP65) to M12 connector...

  • Page 18: Flexible Connecting Cables And Antennas

    Description of the device 3.4 Accessories 3.4.1 Flexible connecting cables and antennas 3.4.1.1 Flexible connecting cables Flexible connecting cable N-Connect/R-SMA{xe "Antennas"}{xe "Antenna cables"} Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W device with R-SMA connectors, preassembled with a connector N-male and R-SMA male Length Article number 0.3 m...

  • Page 19: Antennas

    Note When you select an antenna, keep in mind the national approvals for your device. You will find more detailed information in Link (http://www.siemens.com/wireless-approvals). The SCALANCE W1788-2IA uses internal omni antennas (3/4 dBi at 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz). Type...
  • Page 20 Description of the device 3.4 Accessories Type Properties Article number ANT795-4MC Omnidirectional antenna, 3/5 dBi, 2.4 GHz 6GK5795-4MC00-0AA3 and 5 GHz, IP65, N-Connect male for direct installation on the device, straight connector. ANT795-4MD Omnidirectional antenna, 3/5 dBi, 2.4 GHz 6GK5795-4MD00-0AA3 and 5 GHz, IP65, N-Connect male for direct installation on the device, 90°...
  • Page 21 Description of the device 3.4 Accessories 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. Notice for USA/Canada Only one antenna per device can be used (connected to R1A1, R1A2 or R2A1, R2A2).

  • Page 22: Led Display

    Description of the device 3.5 LED display LED display Information on operating status and data transfer{xe "LED display"}{xe "Primary user (radar)"} On the front of the housing, several LEDs provide information on the operating status of the device: Color Meaning Power supply L1 too low.
  • Page 23 Description of the device 3.5 LED display Color Meaning The WLAN interface 1 is deactivated. SCALANCE W760 in access point mode: Green The WLAN interface 1 is initialized and ready for operation. SCALANCE W760 in client mode or SCALANCE W720: There is a connection via the WLAN interface 1.
  • Page 24 Description of the device 3.5 LED display Color Meaning Flashing yellow The port LEDs flash for detection of device location. The "Flash" function is activated with the SIMATIC NET Primary Setup Tool (PST). Note Primary user (radar) on all enabled channels (only when DFS is enabled) If the device detects competing radar signals on all enabled channels of the WLAN interface, the F LED is lit and R1 flash.

  • Page 25: Reset Button

    Description of the device 3.6 Reset button Reset button ① The reset button (position ) is on the front of the housing:{xe "Reset button"}{xe "Restart of the device"}{xe "Loading firmware"}{xe "Resetting the device"} Functions of the reset button The reset button has the following functions: ●...
  • Page 26 Description of the device 3.6 Reset button ● Loading new firmware If the "Load & Save" menu command of Web Based Management is unsuccessful, the reset button can be used to load new firmware. This situation can occur if there is a power outage during the normal firmware update.

  • Page 27: 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 28: Installing On A Din Rail / Removing

    Mounting 4.1 Installing on a DIN rail / removing Installing on a DIN rail / removing Procedure for installation{xe "Installation:DIN rail"} 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. 2.
  • Page 29 Mounting 4.1 Installing on a DIN rail / removing Procedure when removing Follow the steps below to remove the SCALANCE W760/W720 from a DIN rail: 1. Turn off the power to the device. 2. Disconnect all connected cables. 3. Press the release button on the top of the device to release the DIN rail catch. 4.
  • Page 30 Mounting 4.1 Installing on a DIN rail / removing SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 31: Connection

    Connection Safety notices{xe "Safety notices:when connecting up"}{xe "Safety notices:Use in hazardous areas"} When connecting up the device, keep to the safety notices listed below. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I, DIVISION 2 OR ZONE 2. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED.

  • Page 32: Lightning Protection, Power Supply And Grounding

    Connection 5.1 Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Lightning protection{xe "Lightning protection"}{xe "Grounding"} 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 33 Connection 5.1 Lightning protection, power supply and grounding Supply voltage {xe "Safety extra low voltage"}{xe "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 34 Connection 5.1 Lightning protection, power supply and grounding General notes on use according to ATEX and IECEx WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT WHEN A FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE ATMOSPHERE IS PRESENT. General notes on use in hazardous areas according to UL-HazLoc WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE CIRCUIT IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE...

  • Page 35: Power Supply

    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. Socket The three-pin socket has the following pin assignment: Assignment +24 VDC Ground Grounding SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 36: Ethernet

    Connection 5.3 Ethernet Ethernet The SCALANCE W760/W720 has two Ethernet interfaces located on the underside of the ① device (position ).{xe "Ethernet interface"} SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 37: Antenna Connector

    Connection 5.4 Antenna connector Antenna connector The SCALANCE W760/W720 has an antenna connector R1 A1 of the type R-SMA located ① on the front of the device (position ).{xe "Antenna:Connector"} SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...
  • Page 38 Connection 5.4 Antenna connector 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). NOTICE R-SMA antenna connector When securing antennas to the device, only the screw cap of the antenna can be...

  • Page 39: Grounding

    Connection 5.5 Grounding Grounding A functional grounding must be established for example by connecting a cable from the three-pin socket to the DIN rail, refer to the section "Description of the device (Page 13)“ or section “Power supply (Page 35)“. Such a cable should be kept as short as possible. {xe "Connecting up:Grounding"}{xe "Grounding"} 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.
  • Page 40 Connection 5.5 Grounding SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 41: Upkeep And Maintenance

    Upkeep and maintenance Device configuration with PRESET-PLUG Please not the additional information and security notes in the operating instructions of your device. NOTICE Do not remove or insert a PLUG during operation A PLUG may only be removed or inserted when the device is turned off. Note Support as of V6.0 The PRESET-PLUG functionality is supported as of firmware version V6.0.
  • Page 42 Upkeep and maintenance 6.1 Device configuration with PRESET-PLUG Procedure 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. 4.
  • Page 43 Upkeep and maintenance 6.1 Device configuration with PRESET-PLUG Note Restore factory defaults and restart with a PRESET PLUG inserted If you reset a device to the factory defaults, when the device restarts an inserted PRESET PLUG is formatted and the PRESET PLUG functionality is lost. You then need to create a new PRESET PLUG.

  • Page 44: Restoring The Factory Settings

    Upkeep and maintenance 6.2 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.{xe "Reset device"}{xe "Factory defaults"}{xe "Restore Factory Defaults"}{xe "Factory setting"}{xe "Reset device"} NOTICE Inadvertent reset An inadvertent reset can cause disturbances and failures in a configured network with...

  • Page 45: Firmware Update Via Wbm Or Cli Not Possible

    Upkeep and maintenance 6.3 Firmware update via WBM or CLI not possible Firmware update via WBM or CLI not possible Cause If there is a power failure during the firmware update, it is possible that the device is no longer accessible using Web Based Management or the CLI. When pressing the button, make sure you adhere to the instructions in the section "Reset button".
  • Page 46 Upkeep and maintenance 6.3 Firmware update via WBM or CLI not possible Result The firmware is transferred to the device. Note 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.

  • Page 47: Technical Data

    Technical data The following technical specifications apply to the following devices: ● SCALANCE W761-1 RJ-45 ● 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).
  • Page 48 Technical data SCALANCE W761/W722/W721{xe "Technical specifications"}{xe "Interfaces"} IE FC TP standard cable 0 ... 100 m 0 ... 90 m + 10 m TP cord SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...
  • Page 49 Technical data SCALANCE W761/W722/W721{xe "Technical specifications"}{xe "Interfaces"} Wireless interface Antenna connector Quantity Design R-SMA female Impedance 50 Ω nominal Frequency range 2412 ... 2480 MHz 4920 ... 5875 MHz Electrical data Power supply Supply voltage 24 VDC Safe Extra Low Voltage (SELV) Permitted range 19.2 to 28.8 VDC Design...

  • Page 51: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings {xe "Dimension drawing"} SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...
  • Page 52 Dimension drawings SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 53: 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 at Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/) ● Using the search function at Industrial communication (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15859/cert)
  • Page 54 Approvals SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

  • Page 55: Index

    Index Loading firmware, 25 Antenna Connector, 37 Primary user (radar), 22 Antenna cables, 18 Protective cap, 15 Antennas, 18 Article numbers, 5 Reset button, 25 Reset device, 26, 26, 44, 44 Configuration manuals, 44 Resetting the device, 25 Connecting up Restart of the device, 25 Grounding, 39 Restore Factory Defaults, 44...
  • Page 56 Index SCALANCE W760/W720 Operating Instructions, 10/2019, C79000-G8976-C322-11...

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