Industrial remote communication remote networks (124 pages)
Summary of Contents for Siemens SIMATIC NET SCALANCE M812
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Preface Safety notices Security recommendations SIMATIC NET Description of the device Industrial Remote Communication Remote Networks Installation and removal SCALANCE M812, M816 Connecting up Operating Instructions Maintenance and cleaning Technical specifications Dimension drawings Approvals 11/2023 C79000-G8976-C343-09...
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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.
Analog phone connection (Annex A) ISDN connection (Annex B) 6GK5816-1BA00-2AA2 You will find the article numbers for the Siemens products of relevance here in the following catalogs: • SIMATIC NET Industrial Communication / Industrial Identification, catalog IK PI • SIMATIC Products for Totally Integrated Automation and Micro Automation, catalog ST 70 •...
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Preface You can request the catalogs and additional information from your Siemens representative. Documentation on the Internet You can find the current version of the document on the Internet at. (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15984/man) Enter the name or article number of the product in the search filter.
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Preface SIMATIC NET manuals You will find SIMATIC NET manuals on the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support: • using the search function: Link to Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/) Enter the entry ID of the relevant manual as the search item.
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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 ®...
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You will find license conditions in the following documents on the supplied data medium: • OSS_Scalance-M-800-S615_86.pdf SIMATIC NET glossary The SIMATIC NET glossary describes terms that may be used in this document. You will find the SIMATIC NET glossary in the Siemens Industry Online Support at the following address: 50305045 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/50305045) SCALANCE M812, M816...
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"...
• For data transmission via a non-secure network, use an encrypted VPN tunnel (IPsec, OpenVPN). • 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 2.1 Passwords • Replace the default passwords for all user accounts, access modes and applications (if applicable) before you use the device. Create a separate user account for each user that will receive access to the device. • Define rules for the assignment of passwords. •...
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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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Security recommendations 2.1 Passwords • 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. For updates on Siemens product security advisories, subscribe to the RSS feed on the ProductCERT Security Advisories website or follow @ProductCert on Twitter.
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Security recommendations 2.1 Passwords • Check whether use of the following protocols is necessary: – Telnet – HTTP – Broadcast pings – Non authenticated and unencrypted interfaces – ICMP (redirect) – LLDP – DHCP Options 66/67 – SNTP – NTP – TFTP –...
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Security recommendations 2.1 Passwords • TCP Diagnostics Stream is considered non-secure in V8.0. Therefore, the function is only permitted to be used locally and not in productive operation. • Only use the "TCP Event" function in secured networks or VPN. The firewall must be activated beforehand.
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Closed ✓ ✓ ✓ Optional UDP/1813 SFTP Server TCP/22 Outgoing only Outgoing only ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Siemens Re‐ TCP/443 Outgoing only Outgoing only ✓ Optional ✓ mote Service (cRSP/SRS) SINEMA RC HTTPS/443 and Outgoing only Outgoing only ✓ ✓...
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Security recommendations 2.1 Passwords With SCALANCE M826 and M804PB, only access via vlan1 is possible in the delivery state (factory setting). You can find additional information on the encryption methods used in the WBM appendix "Ciphers used". Only open with SCALANCE M826 Only open with SCALANCE S615 Only closed with SCALANCE S615 Not available with SCALANCE MUM85x...
Description of the device 3.2 Device views Device views 3.2.1 SCALANCE M812 On the device front: ① DSL connection ② Ethernet connector (P1) ③ SET button ④ Digital input (DI) ⑤ Digital output (DO) ⑥ Power supply connection ⑦ LED display SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
Description of the device 3.3 Scope of delivery 3.2.2 SCALANCE M816 On the device front: ① DSL connection ② Ethernet connectors (P1, P2, P3, P4) ③ SET button ④ Digital input (DI) ⑤ Digital output (DO) ⑥ Power supply connection ⑦ LED display On the device rear: ⑧...
2. Check all the parts for transport damage. 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/10215915) Use the TIA Selection Tool (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/tst/) for configuring the device. SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
Description of the device 3.4 Accessories 3.4.1 PLUG Type Properties Article number C-PLUG Removable data storage medium (256 MB) for the 6GK1900-0AB10 configuration data KEY-PLUG SINEMA RC Removable data storage medium (256 MB) to enable 6GK5908-0PB00 the connection functionality to SINEMA Remote Con‐ nect and for storing configuration data 3.4.2 Installation...
Description of the device 3.5 Terminals Terminals Position The device has a 5-pin plug-in terminal block for the power supply and two 2-pin plug-in terminal blocks for the digital input and output. Connectors and terminal markings L1, M1, L2, M2 Input for the power supply Terminal block with five terminal con‐...
Description of the device 3.6 LED display Terminals and wiring Connectors +DI, -DI /+D0, -DO L1, M1, L2, M2 28 AWG 16 AWG Wire end ferrule without plas‐ 0.2 mm 1.5 mm tic collar to DIN 46228/1 Wire end ferrule with plastic 0.2 mm 1.5 mm collar to DIN 46228/4 Stripped length...
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Description of the device 3.6 LED display Status Meaning No fault/error. The device is starting up or an error has occurred. Flashing The bootloader waits in this state for a new firmware file that you can download using TFTP. Flashing Firmware on PLUG The device is performing a firmware update or downgrade.
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Description of the device 3.6 LED display Status Meaning VPN not established VPN established Ethernet connection to local computer or LAN not established Ethernet connection to local computer or LAN established Device receiving / sending data Digital input inactive Digital input active. Digital output inactive Digital output active.
Description of the device 3.6 LED display 3.6.2 SCALANCE M816-1 Status Meaning No fault/error. The device is starting up or an error has occurred. Flashing The bootloader waits in this state for a new firmware file that you can download using TFTP. Flashing Firmware on PLUG The device is performing a firmware update or downgrade.
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Description of the device 3.6 LED display Status Meaning Device turned off, no power supply. Device turned on, power supply present. The device has not dialed in and / or the "Enable PPPoE Passthrough" func‐ tion is enabled. Flashing DSL line training is completed, the DSL connection is established and PPPoE passthrough is enabled.
Description of the device 3.7 SET button Status Meaning Digital output inactive Digital output active. SET button Position The SET button is on the front of the device. SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
Description of the device 3.8 PLUG (SCALANCE M816) Function The SET button has the following functions: • Restarting the device To restart the device, press the SET button briefly. Note If you make changes to the configuration and restart immediately afterwards with the SET button, the changes may be lost.
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Description of the device 3.8 PLUG (SCALANCE M816) The following PLUG types are available: • C-PLUG: The removable data storage medium only saves the configuration data of the device. • KEY-PLUG: In addition to the configuration data, the removable data storage medium contains a license with which specific functions can be enabled, e.g.
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– The configuration data of the device is stored in a secured memory area of the PLUG. This secured memory area can only be accessed via the authentication of the Siemens device. – The device checks whether or not a PLUG is inserted at one second intervals. If the device detects that the PLUG has been removed, it restarts automatically.
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Description of the device 3.8 PLUG (SCALANCE M816) SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
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 4.1 Safety notices for installation Safety notices on use in hazardous areas General safety notices relating to protection against explosion WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Replacing components may impair suitability for Class 1, Division 2 or Zone 2. 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.
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Installation and removal 4.1 Safety notices for installation 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.
Installation and removal 4.3 Wall mounting Securing the housing Types of installation For the device, you have the following options: • Wall mounting (no ceiling mounting) • Installation on a DIN rail • Installation on the S7-300 standard rail • Installation on the S7-1500 standard rail •...
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Installation and removal 4.3 Wall mounting Installation 1. Prepare the drill holes for wall mounting. For the precise dimensions, refer to the section "Dimension drawings". 2. Secure the device to the wall with two screws. When mounting on a wall, use mounting fittings suitable for the type of wall.
Installation and removal 4.4 Installing on the DIN rail Installing on the DIN rail Installation ① 1. Place the third housing guide of the device on the top edge of the DIN rail ② 2. Press the device down against the DIN rail until the spring catch locks in place 3.
Installation and removal 4.5 Installing on the S7-300 standard rail Installing on the S7-300 standard rail Installation ① 1. Place the second housing guide of the device on the top edge of the standard rail ② 2. Press the device down against the standard rail until the spring catch locks in place 3.
Installation and removal 4.6 Installing on the S7-1500 standard rail Installing on the S7-1500 standard rail Installation ① 1. Place the first housing guide of the device on the top edge of the standard rail ② 2. Using a screwdriver, pull down the catch on the rear of the device.
Installation and removal 4.7 Mounting on a pedestal Mounting on a pedestal Installation ① 1. Place the third housing guide of the device on the top edge of the pedestal ② 2. Press the device down against the pedestal until the spring catch locks in place 3.
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Installation and removal 4.7 Mounting on a pedestal SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
Connecting up 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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Connecting up 5.1 Safety when connecting up Note Protective ground A PELV circuit contains a connection to protective ground. Without a connection to protective ground, or in case there is a fault in the connection to the protective ground, the voltage for the circuit is not stabilized.
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Connecting up 5.1 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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Connecting up 5.1 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.
Connecting up 5.2 Power supply Power supply The power supply is connected using a 5-pin terminal block. The power supply is non-floating. Signal Description 24 VDC Ground Ground 24 VDC Functional ground, refer to the section "Grounding (Page 52)" SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
Connecting up 5.4 Digital input/output External power supply Note Permitted external power supplies The power supply unit to supply the SCALANCE M81x must comply with the requirements for a limited power source (LPS) according to IEC 62368-1. The external power supply for the SCALANCE M81x must meet the requirements for NEC class 2 circuits as specified in the National Electrical Code ®...
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Connecting up 5.4 Digital input/output Note Interference pulse To avoid evaluating an interference pulse, the pulse for the signal 1 (TRUE / HIGH) must be at least 200 ms. Rules for wiring • To wire the digital input/output, use a copper cable of category AWG18-16 or a cable with a cross-section of 0.75 to 1.5 mm •...
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Connecting up 5.4 Digital input/output Contact Assignment Input Ground 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...
Connecting up 5.5 DSL interface Contact Assignment Switching signal Relay 24 V DC / 1 A Ground The output is a switch that switches the signal at +DO to ‑DO. DSL interface CAUTION Risk of fire To reduce the risk of fire only use telephone cable with 26 AWG (0.125 mm ) or larger.
Connecting up 5.7 Replacing the PLUG (SCALANCE M816) Ethernet port Connect the local network with the local applications to the Ethernet port, for example a programmable logic controller, a machine with an Ethernet interface for remote monitoring or a PC. To set up the device, connect a PC with a Web browser to one of the Ethernet ports. For the connection, use a path cable with an RJ-45 plug.
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Connecting up 5.7 Replacing the PLUG (SCALANCE M816) Inserting the PLUG 1. Turn off the power to the device. 2. Insert the PLUG correctly oriented into the slot. To ensure this, the housing of the PLUG has a protruding ridge on the long side. The slot has a groove at this position.
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Connecting up 5.7 Replacing the PLUG (SCALANCE M816) SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
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 •...
Technical specifications SCALANCE M812 / M816 SCALANCE M812- 1 SCALANCE M816-1 Article number Annex A 6GK5 812-1AA00-2AA2 6GK5 816-1AA00-2AA2 Annex B 6GK5 812-1BA00-2AA2 6GK5 816-1BA00-2AA2 Ethernet interface Attachment to Industrial Quantity Ethernet Design RJ-45 jack Characteristics: • 10/100BASE-T •...
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Technical specifications 7.1 SCALANCE M812 / M816 SCALANCE M812- 1 SCALANCE M816-1 Digital input Quantity Design Terminal block, 2 terminals Characteristics: Rated voltage 24 VDC Safe Extra Low Voltage (SELV) For state "1": 13 to 30 VDC For state "0": -30 to 3 VDC Maximum input current 8 mA Cables should be routed in pairs Maximum cable length <...
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– To establish a VPN (Virtual Private Network), the following functions are available – Up to 20 connections – IPsec VPN, OpenVPN (as client) • SINEMA RC client • Proxy server • Siemens Remote Service (SRS) SCALANCE M812, M816 Operating Instructions, 11/2023, C79000-G8976-C343-09...
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Technical specifications 7.1 SCALANCE M812 / M816 SCALANCE M812- 1 SCALANCE M816-1 Monitoring / diagnostics / maintenance • LEDs Display of operating statuses via the LED display. You will find additional information on this in the operating instructions of the device. •...
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.
Current approvals on the Internet You will find the current approvals for the product on the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support at the following link: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/...
Process Automation DE-76187 Karlsruhe Germany You can find the current EU declaration of conformity for these products on the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15984/cert). The products described in these operating instructions meet the requirements of the following EC directives: •...
Approvals 9.1 EC declaration of conformity Applied standards: EN / EN IEC 60079-0 Hazardous areas - Part 0: Equipment - General requirements EN 60079-7 Explosive atmospheres - Part 7: Equipment protection by increased safety "e" EN / EN IEC 60079-15 Explosive atmospheres - Part 15: Equipment protection by type of protection "n" 9.1.2 EMC directive (electromagnetic compatibility) The products described in these operating instructions meet the requirements of EU directive...
Siemens plc, Manchester M20 2UR You can find the current UK Declaration of Conformity for these products on the Internet pages under Siemens Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15984/cert). The SIMATIC NET products described in this document meet the requirements of the following directives: •...
Approvals 9.2 UK Declaration of Conformity 9.2.1 The Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016 Correct usage in potentially explosive atmospheres The SIMATIC NET products described in these operating instructions meet the requirements of "The Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2016".
"SIMATIC NET Product Information Use of subassemblies/modules in a Zone 2 Hazardous Area". You will find this document • on the data medium that ships with some devices. • on the Internet pages under Siemens Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/78381013).
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II 3 G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc DEKRA 18ATEX0025 X DEKRA 21UKEX0001 X IECEx DEK 18.0017X Importer UK: Siemens plc, Manchester M20 2UR (Ex ec IIC T4 Gc, not on the nameplate) The products meet the requirements of the following standards: •...
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Approvals 9.3 General approvals • CSA C22.2 NO 61010-1 • CSA C22.2 NO 61010-2-201 Report no. E115352 cULus Approval Hazardous Location cULus Listed I. T. E. FOR HAZ. LOC. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. complying with • UL 121201 (Non Incendive electrical equipment) approved for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4.