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Table of contents Introduction ............................5 Purpose of the Operating Instructions .................. 5 Scope of validity ........................5 QR code..........................6 Supplementary documentation.................... 6 Further documentation......................7 Service & Support ....................... 7 Training ..........................8 Cybersecurity information ....................8 Firmware ..........................9 1.10 Error/fault ..........................
Introduction Purpose of the Operating Instructions Using the Operating Instructions, you will be able to install and connect the SCALANCE WxM766 correctly. The instructions are aimed primarily at planning, commissioning, maintenance and service personnel. The configuration and the integration of the device in a WLAN are not described in these instructions.
You can recognize the ID-Link from the frame, which has a black corner at the bottom right. Disconnect the device from the power and scan the QR code with a smartphone camera, a bar code scanner or a read app. Open the ID-Link. The Siemens web page corresponding to the product opens with the digital nameplate.
There, you will find among other things optical performance data of the communications partner that you require for the installation. You will find the system manuals on the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support under the following entry IDs: •...
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 cybersecurity concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept. Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems, machines and networks.
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. 1.10 Error/fault If a fault develops, send the device to your SIEMENS representative for repair. Repairs on-site are not permitted. 1.11 Decommissioning Shut down the device properly to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing confidential data in the device memory.
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)).
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.
• 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.
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.
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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 >...
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Security recommendations 3.1 Security recommendations • Check whether use of the following protocols and services is necessary: – Non-authenticated and unencrypted ports – LLDP – DCP – NTP – Syslog – DHCP options 66/67 – TFTP – Telnet – HTTP – SNMP v1/2c –...
Security recommendations 3.2 Available services Available services 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. •...
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Security recommendations 3.2 Available services Service Protocol / Default port status Configurable Authentica‐ Encryption Port number tion Port Service SNTP Client UDP/123 Outgoing only ✓ ✓ TCP/22 Open ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Syslog Client UDP/514 Outgoing only ✓ ✓ Syslog Client TLS TCP/6514 Outgoing only ✓...
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 WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
Description of the device 4.4 Components of the product Device view ① LED display ② R1A1 antenna connector, female N-Connect type ③ Screw-down cover: - for the reset button and - for the PLUG slot (CLP) ④ R2A1 antenna connector, female N-Connect type ⑤...
You will find more detailed information in "Accessories (Page 23)". 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. 4.5.1 Installation Component Description Article number...
6GK5907-8UA00-0AA0 SCALANCE CLP 2GB W700 Client iFeatures 6GK5907-4UA00-0AA0 4.5.3 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). 4.5.3.1 Data cables Cables Industrial Ethernet (pre-assembled)
Description of the device 4.5 Accessories 4.5.4 Digital input / digital output 4.5.4.1 Cables Cables digital input / digital output (pre-assembled) Component Description Article number Control Connecting Cable 5-wire; IO-Link port class B; pre-assembled M12-180/M12-180 (A-co‐ with M12 plug and M12 socket (A-coded); ded) straight cable outlet Pack of 1...
L-coded (socket) Pack of 1 4.5.6 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). SCALANCE WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
Description of the device 4.5 Accessories 4.5.6.1 Flexible connecting cables Flexible connecting cable N-Connect/R-SMA Flexible connecting cable for connecting an antenna to a SCALANCE W device with R-SMA connectors, preassembled with an N-Connect male and an R-SMA male connector: Length Article number 0.3 m 6XV1875-5CE30 6XV1875-5CH10...
Description of the device 4.5 Accessories For railway applications, the following connecting cable is available, scope of delivery 1 unit: Length Article number 6XV1875-5VH10 4.5.6.2 Lightning protection Note Lightning protection elements can be used as bushings. Component Description Article number LP798‑1N Lighting protector with N/N female/female 6GK5798-2LP00-2AA6 connector with gas discharge technology...
(https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/28575/man). • 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:// www.siemens.com/wireless-approvals). Type Properties...
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Description of the device 4.5 Accessories Type Properties Article number ANT795-6MP Omnidirectional antenna, 5/7 dBi, 2.4 GHz 6GK5795-6MP00-0AA0 and 5 GHz, IP65/67, N-Connect female, mast/ wall mounting Omnidirectional antenna 5/8/8 dBi, 2.4 GHz/ 5 6GK5795-6MP10-0AA0 GHz/ 6GHz, N-Connect female, IP65/67, mast/ wall mounting ANT897-4ME Omnidirectional antenna for use in public and 6GK5897-4ME00-0AA0...
Description of the device 4.6 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 device: Color Meaning Power supply L1 too low. Green Power supply L1 is applied.
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Description of the device 4.6 LED display Color Meaning There is no connection over the Ethernet interface P1. Green There is a connection over the Ethernet interface P1 (link). Flashing green and Data transfer over the Ethernet interface P1. yellow The WLAN interface 1 is deactivated. Green Access Point mode: The WLAN interface 1 is initialized and ready for operation.
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Description of the device 4.6 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 (Page 69)".
Description of the device 4.7 Reset button Reset button Position NOTICE Loss of water and dust protection If the cover is not mounted correctly, the device is not water and dust proof. ① The reset button is located behind the screw-down cover on the top of the housing. ①...
Description of the device 4.8 Configuration License PLUG NOTICE Inadvertent reset An inadvertent reset can cause disturbances and failures in a configured network with further consequences. 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.
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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.
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Description of the device 4.8 Configuration License PLUG SCALANCE WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
Assembly and disassembly Safety during 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. •...
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Assembly and disassembly 5.1 Safety during mounting 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. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Replacing components may impair suitability for Class 1, Division 2 or Zone 2. WARNING The device shall only be used in an area with pollution degree 1 or 2 (according to EN/ IEC 60664-1, GB/T 16935.1).
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Assembly and disassembly 5.1 Safety during 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.
The EEC device variant has been designed and certified for rugged use indoors. For use outdoors, tests that technically enable operation under the following conditions were conducted by Siemens and passed: • Temperature range from -30 °C to +40 °C, even in direct sunlight Direct sunlight for eight hours per day over five years does not impact functionality;...
Assembly and disassembly 5.3 Types of installation Note To guarantee IP65/IP67 degree of protection, connect either an antenna or a suitable antenna resistor with degree of protection IP67 or higher to the two antenna ports. The housing withstands acid rain, tested according to IEC 60068-2-42 / IEC 60068-2-43. Use in salty sea air can corrode the ports and is therefore not recommended.
Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting Wall mounting Note Depending on the mounting surface, use suitable fittings. Note The wall mounting must be capable of supporting at least four times the weight of the device. To mount the device on a wall, follow the steps below: 1.
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Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting Mounting 1. Screw (M3 x 8, tightening torque 0.8 Nm) the DIN rail mounting adapter onto the rear of the device. The mounting material is supplied with the DIN rail mounting adapter. Figure 5-1 W7x8 with adapter plate 2.
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Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting 3. Press the device against the DIN rail until the DIN rail slider catch locks into place. 4. Connect the power supply, refer to the section "Power supply (Page 57)". 5. Fit the antennas, refer to the section "Antennas (Page 60)". Uninstalling 1.
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Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting 4. Tilt the device forward and remove the device from the DIN rail. 5. Loosen the screws of the DIN rail mounting adapter completely. SCALANCE WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting 5.6.2 Mounting with bracket support With the bracket support the device can be mounted on a DIN rail rotated through 90° The DIN rail mounting adapter and bracket holder are not included with the product, see Accessories (Page 23).
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Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting Mounting 1. Screw (M4 x 20, tightening torque 1.8 Nm) the angle bracket onto the rear of the device. 2. Place the device on the upper edge of the DIN rail 3. Press the device against the DIN rail until the DIN rail slider catch locks into place.
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Assembly and disassembly 5.6 DIN rail mounting Uninstalling 1. Turn off the power to the device. 2. Disconnect all connected cables. 3. Pull the DIN rail slider down with a screwdriver 4. Tilt the device forward and remove the device from the DIN rail. 5.
Connection Safety when connecting up Safety notices When connecting up the device, keep to the safety notices listed below. Note Close unused sockets Close all unused M12 sockets with protective caps (tightening torque at least 0.4 Nm) to achieve the specified type of protection. Lightning protection WARNING Danger due to lightning strikes...
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Connection 6.1 Safety when connecting up 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...
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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: •...
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 WARNING Suitable cables at high ambient temperatures in hazardous area At an ambient temperature of ≥ 60 °C, use heat-resistant cables designed for an ambient temperature at least 20 °C higher. The cable entries used on the housing must comply with the IP degree of protection required by EN IEC / IEC 60079-0, GB/T 3836.1.
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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 The current at the connecting terminals must not exceed 3 A.
Connection 6.2 Power supply Power supply Note Galvanic isolation of the power supply unit To ensure dielectric strength according to IEEE 802.3, the supplying 24 V power supply unit must be galvanically isolated with a dielectric strength of 1500 VAC. The galvanic isolation must also not be bridged by other devices connected to the same power supply unit.
Connection 6.2 Power supply Position and pin assignment ① M12 Ethernet interface P1 LAN PoE, X-coded, 8-pin The power can also be supplied via this interface (Power over Ethernet). Pin assignment, see Ethernet (Page 59) ② M12 interface, direct infeed, L-coded, 4-pin The 4-pin M12 interface (L-coded) has the following pin assignment for the direct infeed: Signal Assignment...
Connection 6.3 Ethernet Note No power sourcing equipment (PSE) The SCALANCE WxM766-1 devices cannot be used as PoE power supply for other devices. Ethernet For connection to Industrial Ethernet at 10/100/1000 Mbps, the device has an M12 interface: X- coded, 8-pin. The power can also be supplied via this interface (Power over Ethernet) Position and pin assignment Assignment...
Connection 6.4 Antennas Antennas The SCALANCE WxM766-1 has two antenna connectors of the N-Connector female type. Figure 6-1 Antenna connectors ① Antenna connector R1 A1 ② Antenna connector R1 A2 Procedure Follow the steps below to connect a cable for an external antenna: 1.
Connection 6.5 Digital input/output NOTICE UL approval only for use in buildings Within the area of authority of the NEC and CEC, the SCALANCE WxM766-1 devices and the antennas connected to them may only be used in a closed building. For this reason, do not lead antennas into the outdoor area if you need to meet UL or CSA requirements.
Connection 6.6 Grounding Ground Ground Switching signal Input Not connected If there is an adequate switching voltage at the digital input, the digital input is active and the "DI" LED is lit. 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...
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Connection 6.6 Grounding grounded at one defined point. Here, once again the grounding is implemented with the lowest leakage resistance to ground in the vicinity of the power feed-in. With automation components, functional ground also ensures interference-free operation of a controller. Via the functional ground, interference currents coupled in via the connecting cables are discharged to ground.
Connection 6.7 Replacing a CLP Replacing a CLP Position The CLP slot is at the top of the device enclosure under a cover, see Reset button (Page 35). ① M3 screws (Torx T10) ② Slot cover ③ Removing a CLP Note Loss of the configuration The reset button is located directly beside the slot for the CLP.
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Connection 6.7 Replacing a CLP ③ 3. To release the CLP , insert a screwdriver between the front edge of the CLP (A) and the slot. 4. Remove the CLP from the slot. 5. Close the slot cover (torque 0.8 Nm) to ensure that the device maintains the degree of protection IP65.
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. • For function checks, maintenance and servicing work, you need to observe the requirements on checking and maintaining plants in hazardous areas according to the standards EN / IEC 60079-17.
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).
Troubleshooting 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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Troubleshooting 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 WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
• SCALANCE WUM766‑1 (model MSAX65-W1-M12-E2) 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 ...
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Technical specifications Technical specifications Antenna connector Quantity Design N-Connect socket Impedance 50 Ω nominal Frequency range Center frequency 2412 ... 2472 MHz 4920 ... 5865 MHz Max. conducted power per an‐ 20 dBm tenna port Electrical data Direct 24 V DC supply Supply voltage from socket 24 V DC Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) Type of current Permitted...
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at 40 °C ambient temperature 24 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 WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
Dimension drawing 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.
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Dimension drawing Width, height and dimensions for wall mounting Side view SCALANCE WxM766 Operating Instructions, 05/2025, C79000-G8976-C617-11...
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) 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.
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DEKRA 18ATEX0026 X IECEx DEK 18.0018X II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc DEKRA 21UKEX0002 X Importer UK: Siemens plc, Manchester, M20 2UR, UK (Ex ec IIC T4 Gc, not on the nameplate) ...
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Approvals 11.1 General approvals The product meets the requirements of the standards: • FM Class 3600, FM Class 3611, FM Class 3810 • ANSI/UL 121201, ANSI/UL 61010-1 • FM Hazardous (Classified) Location Electrical Equipment: Non Incendive / Class I / Division 2 / Groups A,B,C,D / T4 and Non Incendive / Class I / Zone 2 / Group IIC / T4 You can find the temperature class on the nameplate of the product.
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