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Siemens SCALANCE W B762 Series Operating Instructions Manual

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SIMATIC NET
Industrial Wireless LAN
SCALANCE WxB762
Operating Instructions
05/2024
C79000-G8976-C675-01
Introduction
Safety notices
Security recommendations
Description of the device
Installation and removal
Connection
Maintenance and cleaning
Troubleshooting
Technical data
Dimension drawings
Approvals
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  • Page 1 Introduction Safety notices Security recommendations SIMATIC NET Description of the device Industrial Wireless LAN SCALANCE WxB762 Installation and removal Connection Operating Instructions Maintenance and cleaning Troubleshooting Technical data Dimension drawings Approvals 05/2024 C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 2: Qualified Personnel

    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 Scope of validity ........................5 Supplementary documentation.................... 5 Further documentation......................6 Cybersecurity information ....................6 Firmware ..........................7 Error/fault ..........................7 Decommissioning ........................ 7 Recycling and disposal ......................8 Marken ..........................8 Safety notices ............................9 Security recommendations........................
  • Page 4 Table of contents Connection............................37 Safety when connecting..................... 37 Power supply ........................42 Ethernet ..........................43 Antenna ..........................44 Grounding ......................... 46 Maintenance and cleaning ........................47 Troubleshooting........................... 49 Downloading new firmware using TFTP without WBM and CLI..........49 Restoring the factory settings..................... 49 Technical data............................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Supplementary documentation 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. SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 6: Further Documentation

    You will find the system manuals here: • On the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support under the following entry IDs: – 27069465 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/view/27069465) Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET Industrial Ethernet System Manual –...

  • Page 7: Firmware

    Check regularly for new firmware/software versions or security updates and apply them. After the release of a new version, previous versions are no longer supported and are not maintained. Error/fault If a fault develops, send the device to your SIEMENS representative for repair. Repairs on-site are not permitted. Decommissioning Shut down the device properly to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing confidential data in the device memory.

  • Page 8: Recycling And Disposal

    2012/19/EU for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites. For environmentally friendly recycling and the disposal of your old device contact a certified disposal company for electronic scrap or your Siemens contact (Product return (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109479891)).

  • Page 9: Safety Notices

    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"...
  • Page 10 Safety notices SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 11: Security Recommendations

    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.

  • Page 12: Certificates And Keys

    • 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.
  • Page 13 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) website.
  • Page 14 Security recommendations 3.1 Security recommendations • Use the authentication and encryption mechanisms of SNMPv3 if possible. Use strong passwords. • Configuration files can be downloaded from the device. Ensure that configuration files are adequately protected. Configuration files can be password protected during download. You enter passwords on the WBM page "System >...

  • Page 15: Available Services

    Security recommendations 3.2 Available services • Check whether use of the following protocols and services is necessary: – Non-authenticated and unencrypted ports – LLDP – Syslog – DHCP options 66/67 – TFTP – Telnet – HTTP – SNMP v1/2c – SNTP •...
  • Page 16 Security recommendations 3.2 Available services • 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. •...
  • Page 17 Security recommendations 3.2 Available services The following is a list of all available Layer 2 services through which the device can be accessed. The table includes the following columns: • Layer 2 service The Layer 2 services that the device supports. •...
  • Page 18 Security recommendations 3.2 Available services SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 19: Description Of The Device

    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 WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 20: Device View

    • A cover for the R-SMA connector • A 3-pin plug-in terminal block for the power supply 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: •...

  • Page 21: Accessories

    You will find further information on the range of accessories in the Industry Mall (https:// mall.industry.siemens.com) Use the TIA Selection Tool (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/tst/) for configuring the device. 4.5.1 Industrial Ethernet You will find information on the cabling for communication networks in the industry on the...

  • Page 22: Flexible Connecting Cables, Antennas And Accessories

    6XV1878-5BN25 4.5.2 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). 4.5.2.1 Flexible connecting cables Flexible connecting cable N-Connector/R-SMA Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W device with R-SMA connectors.

  • Page 23: Lightning Protection

    Description of the device 4.5 Accessories Flexible connecting cable N-Connector/N-Connector Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to other connecting elements, such as lightning protection or control cabinet bushings. Pre-assembled with two N male connectors: Length Article number 6XV1875-5AH10 6XV1875-5AH20 6XV1875-5AH50 10 m 6XV1875-5AN10 4.5.2.2...

  • Page 24: Antennas

    (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/ww/en/ps/28575/man). Type Properties...

  • Page 25: Led Display

    Description of the device 4.6 LED display Type Properties Article number ANT897-4ME Omnidirectional antenna for use in public and 6GK5897-4ME00-0AA0 private mobile networks and IWLAN networks in indoor and outdoor applications world‐ wide; 2 ... 6 dBi, 0.6 ... 6 GHz, IP65, N-Connect female ANT897-5PN Omnidirectional antenna with 4 antenna ele‐...
  • Page 26 Description of the device 4.6 LED display Color Meaning Power supply L too low. No fault/error. Green Power supply L is applied. No fault/error. Possible causes: • The device is booting • An error has occurred • 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 (Page 49)".
  • Page 27 Description of the device 4.6 LED display Color Meaning The WLAN interface 1 is deactivated. Green Access point mode: The WLAN interface 1 is initialized and ready for operation. Client mode: There is a connection over the WLAN interface 1. Flashing green Data transfer over the WLAN interface 1.

  • Page 28: Reset Button

    Description of the device 4.7 Reset button Reset button Position The Reset button is on the front of the device: ① 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.
  • Page 29 Description of the device 4.7 Reset button NOTICE Inadvertent reset An inadvertent reset can cause disturbances and failures in a configured network with further consequences. SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...
  • Page 30 Description of the device 4.7 Reset button SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 31: Installation And Removal

    Installation and removal Safety when mounting 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. •...
  • Page 32 Installation and removal 5.1 Safety when mounting WARNING The equipment shall only be used in an area with pollution degree 1 or 2 (see also EN/IEC 60664-1, GB/T 16935.1). WARNING When used in hazardous environments corresponding to Class I, Division 2 or Class I, Zone 2, the device must be installed in a cabinet or a suitable enclosure.
  • Page 33 Installation and removal 5.1 Safety when mounting WARNING Wall mounting is only permitted if the requirements for the housing, the installation regulations, the clearance and separating regulations for the control cabinets or housings are adhered to. The control cabinet cover or housing must be secured so that it can only be opened with a tool.

  • Page 34: Installing On A Din Rail / Removing

    Installation and removal 5.2 Installing on a DIN rail / removing WARNING Improper disassembly Improper disassembly may result in a risk of explosion in hazardous areas. For proper disassembly, observe the following: • Before starting work, ensure that the electricity is switched off. •...
  • Page 35 Installation and removal 5.2 Installing on a DIN rail / removing Procedure when removing Follow the steps below to uninstall the device: 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 36 Installation and removal 5.2 Installing on a DIN rail / removing SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 37: Connection

    Connection Safety when connecting 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.
  • Page 38 Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting Note 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 WARNING Power supply...
  • Page 39 Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting Safety notices on use in hazardous areas General safety notices relating to protection against explosion WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not connect or disconnect cables to or from the device when a flammable or combustible atmosphere is present. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not press the reset button if there is a potentially explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 40: Transient Overvoltages

    Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting WARNING Improper installation of shielded cables There is a risk of explosion due to equalizing currents between the hazardous area and the non- hazardous area. • Ground shielded cables that cross hazardous areas at one end only. •...
  • Page 41 Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting WARNING WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT DISCONNECT WHILE CIRCUIT IS LIVE UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO BE NON-HAZARDOUS. WARNING Restricted area of application This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D or non-hazardous locations only.

  • Page 42: Power Supply

    Connection 6.2 Power supply NOTICE The permissible non-hazardous voltages are SELV as per UL 61010-2-201. The energy limited circuit as per clause 9.4 of UL 61010-1 or LPS of UL 60950 or Class 2 of UL 1310 or UL 5085-1 & UL 5085-3 are considered as equivalent. Power supply WARNING Impermissible power supply...

  • Page 43: Ethernet

    Connection 6.3 Ethernet Contact Assignment 24 V DC Ground Functional grounding, refer to the section "Ground‐ ing (Page 46)" 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 •...

  • Page 44: Pin Assignment

    Connection 6.4 Antenna 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 Antenna The device has an antenna connector R1 A1 of the type R-SMA located on the front of the device. ①...
  • Page 45 Connection 6.4 Antenna Procedure To connect a cable for an external antenna to the device, insert the connector of the antenna ① cable into the R-SMA socket R1 A1 and screw the screw cap of the connector onto the socket (key size SW8, tightening torque 1 Nm). NOTICE The R-SMA socket may be damaged When securing an antenna to the device, only the screw cap of the antenna can be rotated.

  • Page 46: Cabinet Installation

    Connection 6.5 Grounding Note Cabinet installation When installing the device in a cabinet, you need to use a detached antenna. Suitable flexible connecting cables for the connection between the device and a detached antenna are available from SIMATIC NET. You can find detailed information in section "Flexible connecting cables, antennas and accessories (Page 22)".

  • Page 47: Maintenance And Cleaning

    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 •...
  • Page 48 Maintenance and cleaning SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Downloading new firmware using TFTP without WBM and CLI 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).
  • Page 50 Troubleshooting 8.2 Restoring the factory settings NOTICE Inadvertent reset An inadvertent reset can cause disturbances and failures in a configured network with further consequences. With the reset button When pressing the button, make sure you adhere to the instructions in the section "Reset button (Page 28)".

  • Page 51: Technical Data

    • SCALANCE WUB762-1 (model ELAX-W1-RJ-E1) 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/ww/en/ps/28575/man). Technical specifications Data transfer Ethernet transfer rate 10 / 100 /1000 Mbps Wireless transmission rate 1 ... 600.5 Mbps...
  • Page 52   at 40 °C ambient temperature 32 years Observe the country-specific restrictions. You can find more information on currently available country approvals in the "Approvals SCALANCE W700 802.11ax" document on the Internet under (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/28575/man). SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 53: Dimension Drawings

    Dimension drawings 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.
  • Page 54 Dimension drawings SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 55: Approvals

    802.11ax" on the Internet pages of the Siemens Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/28575/man). 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). Enter the article number of the product as the search term.
  • Page 56 Approvals SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

  • Page 57: Index

    Index Accessories, 21 Installation Antenna, 44 DIN rail, 34 Antenna cables, 22 Interfaces, 51, 52 Antennas, 22 Article number, 5 Structure, 19 LED display, 25 Lightning protection, 37 Button, 28 Model, 5 CAx data, 53 Configuration manuals, 6, 50 Connecting Pin assignment, 44 Antenna, 44 Power supply, 42 Ethernet, 43 Primary user (radar), 25 Grounding, 46 Power supply, 42 Reset button, 28 Reset device, 49 Dimension drawing, 53 Documentation on the Internet, 5...
  • Page 58 Index SCALANCE WxB762 Operating Instructions, 05/2024, C79000-G8976-C675-01...

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