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SIMATIC NET
Preface, Contents
Operating Instructions
Basic Information on Wireless
LAN Communication
Description of the
SCALANCE W 744-1pro
(Client Module)
SCALANCE W 788-1pro
(Access Point)
SCALANCE W 788-2pro
(Dual Access Point)
SCALANCE W 700
Commissioning
Configuration with the Primary
Setup Tool
Configuration Using the
Wizards of
Web Based Management
Configuration Using Web
Based Management and the
Command Line Interface
Technical Specifications
Glossary, Index, Certificates
and Approvals, Support
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Release 02/2004
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taken.
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taken.
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Notice
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Note
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Safety Instructions Regarding your Product
Before you use the product described here, read the safety instructions below thoroughly.
Qualified Personnel
Only qualified personnel should be allowed to install and work on this equipment.
Qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, to
ground, and to tag circuits, equipment, and systems in accordance with established
safety practices and standards.
Correct Usage of Hardware Products
Please note the following regarding the correct usage of hardware products:
Caution
This device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical description, and only in connection with devices or components from other
manufacturers which have been approved or recommended by Siemens.
This product can only function correctly and safely if it is transported, stored, set up,
and installed correctly, and operated and maintained as recommended.
Before you use the supplied sample programs or programs you have written yourself,
make certain that no injury to persons nor damage to equipment can result in your
plant or process.
EU Directive: Do not start up until you have established that the machine on which
you intend to run this component complies with the directive 89/392/EEC.
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Correct Usage of Software Products
Please note the following regarding the correct usage of software products:
Caution
This software may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the
technical description, and only in connection with software products, devices, or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or recommended by
Siemens.
Before you use the supplied sample programs or programs you have written yourself,
make certain that no injury to persons nor damage to equipment can result in your
plant or process.
Prior to Startup
Before putting the product into operation, note the following warning:
Caution
Prior to startup you must observe the instructions in the relevant documentation. For
ordering data of the documentation please refer to the catalogs or contact your local
SIEMENS representative.
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Purpose of the Manual
This manual is intended to provide you with the information you require to install,
commission and operate the SCALANCE W 788 correctly. It explains how to configure the SCALANCE W 788 and how to integrate the SCALANCE W 788 in a
WLAN network.
Scope of this Manual
This manual describes the products SCALANCE W 744-1pro, SCALANCE W 7881pro and SCALANCE W 788-2pro. Where the description applies to all products,
the name SCALANCE W 700 is used. Where the description applies to a specific
product, the full name of the product is used.
This manual applies to the following software versions:
● SCALANCE W 700 firmware as of Version 1.0
● Primary Setup Tool as of Version 2.0.10
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Orientation in the Documentation
Apart from the operating instructions you are currently reading, the following documentation is also available from SIMATIC NET on the topic of Industrial Wireless
LANs:
● Operating Instructions (compact) SCALANCE W 788-1pro /
SCALANCE W 788-2pro
This document is supplied on paper with the device and contains an abridged
version of the most important information required to work with the
SCALANCE W 788.
● System Manual Wireless LAN Basics
This includes not only the description of the physical basics and an outline of
the most important IEEE standards but also information on data security and a
description of industrial uses of wireless LAN.
You should read this manual if you want to set up WLAN networks with a more
complex structure (not only connections between two devices).
● Operating Instructions SCALANCE W 744-1pro
This is the comprehensive user documentation on the SCALANCE W 744-1pro
with all the information required for installation, commissioning and operation of
this device.
The SCALANCE W 744-1pro is connected to a PC / PLC by an Ethernet cable
and allows the attachment of these devices to a wireless network; in other
words, it is a gateway from a wired to a wireless network.
● Operating Instructions (compact) SCALANCE W 744-1pro
This document is supplied on paper with the device and contains an abridged
version of the most important information required to work with the
SCALANCE W 744-1pro.
● Operating Instructions CP 7515
The comprehensive user documentation for the CP 7515 communications processor with all the information required to operate this device.
The CP 7515 is inserted in a PCMCIA slot and allows attachment of the PC/PG
to a wireless network.
● Operating Instructions (compact) CP 7515
This document is supplied with the device on paper and contains a concise
summary of the most important information required to use the CP 7515.
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Biological Compatibility
The question as to whether electromagnetic fields (for example in connection with
high-frequency mobile radio) can be detrimental to human health is taken seriously
by Siemens. The protection of the population, customers and employees is of major importance and must come before commercial interest.
The products are subject to and comply with the currently valid limit values recommended on the basis of numerous scientific studies. These limit values are well below the field strengths that must be exceeded before their effects are considered
relevant to health.
The products are assessed by authorized official bodies. If these limit values are
adhered to, risk of damage to health can be excluded according to the opinion of
independent scientific committees and the current state of knowledge.
Today's wireless LAN systems are significantly below these required limit values.
Wireless LAN systems have a maximum power output of 0.1 W, while the output
power of a commercial mobile phone is up to 2 W.
Notes on Working with Wireless LAN Products
When working with wireless LAN products, you may find the following notes helpful:
● Restrict exposure to high-frequency electromagnetic fields to a minimum time
and amount
● Obtain regular information on the latest state of the technology, available in literature from Siemens A&D
● Show particular consideration to people with sensitive health including children
and adolescents
● Show particular consideration to persons with heart pacemakers and hearing
aids
Maintain a minimum clearance of 0.5 m between antennas and people whenever
possible. This does not imply that clearances less than this distance will lead to
impairment of health.
FFC approval
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device my not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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Notice
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by
SIEMENS may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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Basic Information on Wireless LAN Communication ............................................... 12
1.1
Network Structure .............................................................................................. 12
Description of the SCALANCE W 700 ........................................................................ 18
Commissioning............................................................................................................. 22
Configuration with the Primary Setup Tool ............................................................... 28
4.1
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 28
4.2
Installing the DLC Protocol ................................................................................ 30
4.3
Installing the Primary Setup Tool....................................................................... 31
4.4
Working with the Primary Setup Tool ................................................................ 31
4.5
Primary Setup Tool via the Command Line....................................................... 35
Configuration Using the Wizards of Web Based Management ............................... 36
5.1
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 36
5.2
Starting Web Based Management and Logging On.......................................... 37
5.3
Selecting the Wizards........................................................................................ 38
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.4.3
5.4.4
5.4.5
5.4.6
Basic Wizard...................................................................................................... 39
IP Settings ......................................................................................................... 39
Device Name ..................................................................................................... 41
Country Code..................................................................................................... 42
Wireless Settings ............................................................................................... 43
Channel Settings ............................................................................................... 44
Finish ................................................................................................................. 45
5.5
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.5.3
5.5.4
5.5.5
5.5.6
5.5.7
5.5.8
5.5.9
5.5.10
5.5.11
Security Wizard.................................................................................................. 47
Security Settings................................................................................................ 48
Security Settings for Management Interfaces ................................................... 49
Security Settings for SNMP Protocol................................................................. 50
Security Settings for WLAN (Page 1) ................................................................ 51
Security Settings for WLAN (Page 2) ................................................................ 52
Settings for the Security Level Low ................................................................... 54
Settings for the Security Level Middle ............................................................... 55
Settings for the Security Level High .................................................................. 56
Settings for the Security Level Highest ............................................................. 56
Following Settings Were Made.......................................................................... 57
Finish ................................................................................................................. 58
Configuration Using Web Based Management and the Command Line Interface 60
6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
6.1.4
General Information on Web Based Management and the Command Line
Interface............................................................................................................. 60
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 60
The LED Simulation of Web Based Management............................................. 61
Working with Web Based Management ............................................................ 62
Command Line Interface ................................................................................... 63
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6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4
6.2.5
6.2.6
6.2.7
6.2.8
6.2.9
6.2.10
The System Menu.............................................................................................. 65
System Information Menu Command ................................................................ 65
IP Settings Menu Command.............................................................................. 66
Services Menu Command ................................................................................. 66
Restart Menu Command ................................................................................... 68
Event Config Menu Command .......................................................................... 70
E-mail Config Menu Command ......................................................................... 71
SNMP Config Menu Command ......................................................................... 72
SNTP Config Menu Command .......................................................................... 73
Fault State Menu Command.............................................................................. 74
Load & Save Menu Command .......................................................................... 75
6.3
6.3.1
6.3.2
6.3.3
6.3.4
The Interfaces Menu.......................................................................................... 77
Ethernet Menu Command ................................................................................. 77
WLAN Menu Command..................................................................................... 78
Advanced Submenu .......................................................................................... 79
Advanced G Submenu ...................................................................................... 82
6.4
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.3
6.4.4
6.4.5
The Security Menu............................................................................................. 85
Basic Wireless Menu Command ....................................................................... 85
Keys Menu Command ....................................................................................... 88
ACL Menu Command ........................................................................................ 88
RADIUS Server Menu Command...................................................................... 89
Access Menu Command ................................................................................... 90
6.5
6.5.1
6.5.2
6.5.3
6.5.4
6.5.5
The Bridge Menu ............................................................................................... 91
WDS Menu Command....................................................................................... 92
Learn Table Menu Command............................................................................ 92
ARP Table Menu Command.............................................................................. 93
Spanning Tree Menu Command ....................................................................... 93
Storm Threshold Menu Command .................................................................... 97
6.6
6.6.1
6.6.2
The Filters Menu................................................................................................ 98
MAC Filter Menu Command .............................................................................. 98
Protocol Filter Menu Command......................................................................... 98
6.7
6.7.1
6.7.2
6.7.3
6.7.4
The I-Features Menu ....................................................................................... 100
iQoS Menu Command ..................................................................................... 100
Link Check Menu Command ........................................................................... 100
Redundancy Menu Command......................................................................... 101
IP-Alive Menu Command................................................................................. 102
6.8
The Information Menu...................................................................................... 104
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................... 106
Appendix
Private MIB Variables of the SCALANCE W 700.............................................. 108
Glossary ................................................................................................................................... 110
Index 112
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Basic Information on Wireless LAN
Communication
1.1
Network Structure
Ad Hoc Networks
In the ad hoc mode, nodes communicate directly with the server (connections 1
through 3 in the graphic below) without involving a SCALANCE W 788 or with each
other (connection 4). The nodes access common resources (files or even devices,
for example a printer) of the server. This is, of course, only possible when the
nodes are within the wireless range of the server or within each other's range.
Figure 1-1
Ad Hoc Network without SCALANCE W 788
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Basic Information on Wireless LAN Communication
Standalone Configuration with the SCALANCE W 788
This configuration does not require a server and the SCALANCE W 788 does not
have a connection to a wired Ethernet. Within its transmission range, the
SCALANCE W 788 forwards data from one WLAN node to another.
The wireless network has a unique name. All the devices exchanging data within
this network must be configured with this name.
Figure 1-2
Standalone Configuration of a SCALANCE W 788. The gray area indicates
the wireless transmission range of the SCALANCE W 788.
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Basic Information on Wireless LAN Communication
Wireless Access to a Wired Ethernet Network
If one (or more) SCALANCE W 788 access points have access to wired Ethernet,
the following applications are possible:
● A single SCALANCE W 788 as gateway:
A computer equipped only with an Ethernet adapter can be integrated in the client mode in a wireless network over the SCALANCE W 788-1pro.
● Span of wireless coverage for the wireless network with several
SCALANCE W 788 access points:
The SCALANCE W 788 access points are all configured with the same unique
SSID (network name). All nodes that want to communicate over this network
must also be configured with this SSID.
If a mobile station moves from the coverage range (cell) of one
SCALANCE W 788 to the coverage range (cell) of another SCALANCE W 788,
the wireless connection is maintained (this is called roaming).
Figure 1-3
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Connecting Two SCALANCE W 788 Access Points to a Wired Ethernet
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Multichannel Configuration
If neighboring SCALANCE W 788 access points use the same frequency channel,
the response times are longer due to the collisions that occur. If the configuration
shown in Figure 1-4 is implemented as a single-channel system, computers A and
B cannot communicate at the same time with the SCALANCE W 788-1pro access
points in their cells.
If neighboring SCALANCE W 788 access points are set up for different frequencies, this leads to a considerable improvement in performance. As a result, neighboring cells each have their own medium and the delays resulting from time-offset
transmission no longer occur.
Channel spacing should be as large as possible; a practical value would be 25
MHz (five channels). Even in a multichannel configuration, all SCALANCE W 788
access points can be configured with the same network name.
Figure 1-4
Multichannel Configuration on Channels 1 and 7 with four
SCALANCE W 788 Access Points
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Basic Information on Wireless LAN Communication
Wireless Distribution System (WDS)
WDS allows direct connections between SCALANCE W 788 access points. These
are used to create a wireless backbone or to connect an individual
SCALANCE W 788 to a network that cannot be connected directly to the cable infrastructure due to its location.
Two alternative configurations are possible. The WDS partner can be configured
both using its name and its MAC address.
Figure 1-5
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Implementation of WDS with four SCALANCE W 788 Access Points
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Description of the SCALANCE W 700
Components of the Product
The following components are supplied with the SCALANCE W 700:
● SCALANCE W 744-1pro, SCALANCE W 788-1pro or SCALANCE W 788-2pro
● 2 OMNI antennas
● 1 Harting RJ-45 hybrid cable connector
● 1 dummy plug for the M12 socket
● 2 (or 4 for the SCALANCE W 788-2pro) dummy plugs for the R-SMA sockets
● 1 SIMATIC NET Industrial Wireless LAN CD
● These Operating Instructions for the SCALANCE W 700
Please check that the consignment you have received is complete. If it is not complete, please contact your supplier or your local Siemens office.
Requirements for Installation and Operation
There must be a network attachment available for the SCALANCE W 788 since the
device is configured over the Ethernet interface. If no DHCP server is available, a
PC on which the Primary Setup Tool is installed and can be used is necessary for
the initial assignment of an IP address to the SCALANCE W 788. For the other
configuration settings, a computer with Telnet or an Internet browser is necessary.
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Description of the SCALANCE W 700
Possible Applications of the SCALANCE W 788
The SCALANCE W 788 is equipped with an Ethernet interface and a wireless LAN
interface (SCALANCE W 788-2pro: two WLAN interfaces). This makes the device
suitable for the following applications:
● The SCALANCE W 788 forwards data within its transmission range from one
node to another without a connection to wired Ethernet.
● The SCALANCE W 788 is used as a gateway from a wired to a wireless network.
● The SCALANCE W 788 can be used as a bridge between two networks.
Due to its second WLAN interface, the SCALANCE W 788-2pro can also be used
to implement a redundant wireless connection between two SCALANCE W 7882pro devices.
Properties of the SCALANCE W 788
● The Internet interface supports 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps, full duplex and half duplex in both cases.
● The wireless interface is compatible with the standards IEEE 802.11a,
IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g. In the 802.1a- and 802.1g modes, the transmission rate is up to 54 Mbps.
● Operation in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands.
● Support of the authentication standards WPA, WPA-PSK and
IEEE 802.1x and WEP, AES and TKIP encryption schemes.
● Suitable for inclusion of a RADIUS server for authentication.
● Device-related and application-related monitoring of the wireless connection.
Ports
The SCALANCE W 788 has the following ports:
● A Harting RJ-45 hybrid socket on the front panel of the housing for connection
of an Ethernet cable and for the power supply (hybrid connector for power over
Ethernet).
● An M12 socket for the power supply.
● Two R-SMA sockets (four R-SMA sockets on the SCALANCE W 788-2pro) for
the attachment of antennas on the sides of the device.
Note
In the version for USA/Canada, two fixed antennas are fitted. On the
SCALANCE W 788-2pro, the antennas of the second wireless card can be
detached. The second wireless card can only be operated at 2.4 GHz
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Description of the SCALANCE W 700
LED Display
On the front of the housing, several LEDs provide information on the operating
status of the SCALANCE W 788:
7 8 8 -1 p ro
L 1
L 2
P 1
R 1
S C A L A N C E W
7 8 8 -2 p ro
Figure 2-1
L 1
R 2
L 2
P 1
R 1
S C A L A N C E W
The LEDs of the SCALANCE W 788
The LEDs have the following significance:
LED
P1
L2
R1
R2
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Color
Meaning
Yellow
Data transfer over the Ethernet interface.
Green
There is a connection over the Ethernet interface.
Green
Power supply over hybrid connector.
Yellow
Data transfer over the first WLAN interface.
Green
There is a connection over the first WLAN interface.
Yellow
Data transfer over the second WLAN interface.
Green
There is a connection over the second WLAN interface.
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L1
Green
Power supply over the M12 connector.
Red
An error occurred during operation with the SCALANCE W 788.
Configuration Information on the C Plug
The C Plug is used to transfer the configuration of the old device to the new device
when a device is replaced. When the new device starts up, it continues with exactly the same configuration as the old device. The only exception to this can be
the IP configuration if it is set over DHCP and the DHCP server has not been reconfigured accordingly.
Replacing the C Plug
Follow the steps below to replace a C Plug in a SCALANCE W 788:
1.
Remove the old SCALANCE W 788 from its mounting and open the sealing
screw on the rear with a coin or broad screwdriver.
2.
Remove the C Plug.
3.
Open the sealing screw of the new device in the same way and insert the C
Plug of the old device.
4.
Replace the sealing screws of both devices.
If a new C Plug is inserted in a SCALANCE W 788-1pro, the configuration stored
locally on the SCALANCE W 788-1pro is saved to the C Plug. If an incorrect C
Plug (for example from another device or a damaged plug) is inserted, the
SCALANCE W 788 signals an error with the red LED. The user then has the
choice of either removing the C Plug again or selecting the option to reformat the C
Plug and use it.
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Lightning Protection
Warning
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.
When implementing your lightning protection concept, make sure you adhere to
the VDE 0182 or IEC 62305 standard.
Securing the Housing
There are three ways of securing the housing:
● Use the holes in the housing to screw the device to the wall or on a horizontal
surface.
● There are clips on the rear of the device for securing it to a DIN rail.
● Fit the SCALANCE W 788 into a mounting channel
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Connectors for the Power Supply and for Ethernet
The SCALANCE W 788 is attached to Ethernet via a hybrid socket on the front of
the housing (position A in Figure 3.1). This port also has contacts for the operating
voltage.
Note
If you do not use the hybrid socket, this must be covered with a protective cap,
otherwise IP65 protection is lost. A suitable protective cap is available as an accessory.
As an alternative or in addition to this, you can also use the M12 socket for the
power supply (position B in Figure 3.1).
You can fit additional antennas to the sides of the SCALANCE W 788-2pro (position C in Figure 3.1).
Note
The distance between a pair of antennas for the first and second WLAN interface
should be at least 0.5 m.
Note
In the version for USA/Canada, two fixed antennas are fitted. On the
SCALANCE W 788-2pro, the antennas of the second wireless card can be detached. The second wireless card can only be operated at 2.4 GHz
Figure 3-1
Connectors of the SCALANCE W 788
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Assembling the Hybrid Connector
Remove the two inner shells of the universal
sealing ring to adapt it to the diameter of the
hybrid cable.
Push the bushing, washer, adapted universal sealing ring and the housing over the
cable jacket.
Strip the cable jacket and braid shield to the
correct lengths.
25 mm for the power leads.
30 mm (jacket) for the data leads (shorten
the braid by 11 mm).
Arrange the data leads according to the
color code on the splice element.
Refer to the table below for the assignment.
Contact and color assignment of the splice
element.
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Connector color code
(Siemens IE)
Siemens IE FC RJ-45
jack (reference)
White /
orange *
Orange
White /
Green *
Green
White
Blue
Yellow
Orange
* White wire of the colored pair.
Insert all the data leads at the same time up
to the end of the splice element.
Fit the splice element onto the RJ-45-data
module and click in place.
Insert the data module and splice element
into the supplied IDC assembly tool.
Press the data module and IDC assembly
tool together so that the insulation piercing
connection is established.
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Remove the assembled data module from
the IDC assembly tool.
Fit the upper shield plate and press it over
the cable shield.
Then fit the lower shield plate and snap it
into the upper plate (there should be an audible click).
Arrange the power leads and insert them to
the end of the hinged elements of the insulator body.
Refer to the table below for the assignment.
Wire color code (standard)
Power supply
insert
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White /
Blue *
Blue
White /
Brown *
Brown
24 V
24 V
Ground
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Press the hinged elements and the integrated IDC contact together individually.
Recommendation: Use a small slotted
screwdriver (max. 3.5 mm) as a lever.
Push the housing over assembled data
module and the insulator body until they
lock together (there should be an audible
click).
Tighten the bushing. We recommend an
open ring key with a size of 21 mm.
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4.1
Introduction
Initial Assignment of an IP Address
An initial IP address for the SCALANCE W 788 cannot be assigned using Web
Based Management or the Command Line Interface because these configuration
tools require that an IP address already exists.
The initial IP address can be obtained over DHCP or assigned using the Primary
Setup Tool. The Primary Setup Tool is capable of assigning such an address to
unconfigured devices without an IP address. The only condition is that the devices
can be reached over Ethernet.
Operating Systems Supported
The Primary Setup Tool can be installed and used with the following operating systems:
● Windows XP Professional
● Windows 2000 Professional SP2
DLC Protocol
The Primary Setup Tool uses the DLC protocol for communication with the modules. This protocol is not supplied with Windows XP and must be installed extra for
this operating system.
Follow the steps below to check whether or not the DLC protocol exists on your
computer:
1.
Select the menu command Start > Settings > Control Panel >Network and
Dial-Up Connections.
2.
Select the connection to your Ethernet communication module.
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3.
Right-click to open the context menu and select Properties. The General tab
lists all clients, protocols and services. The DLC protocol should also be listed
and selected:
If the DLC protocol is listed, you can skip to the next but one section "Installing the
Primary Setup Tool". If there is no entry for the DLC protocol, install it as described
in the next section.
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4.2
Installing the DLC Protocol
Extracting the Archive File
The files for installing the DLC protocol are in the self-extracting ZIP archive
pst_xp_install.exe. Follow the steps below to extract the files from the archive:
1.
Double-click on the file name pst_xp_install.exe in the Windows Explorer or
start the program using the Windows menu command Start > Run.
2.
In the dialog box of the extraction program, select the folder into which you
want to extract the files and click on the Unzip button.
Installation
Follow the steps below to install the DLC protocol on your computer:
1.
Select the menu command Start > Settings > Control Panel >Network and
Dial-Up Connections.
2.
Select the connection to your Ethernet communication module.
3.
Right-click to open the context menu and select Properties.
4.
Click on the Install... button in the General tab.
5.
In the Select Network Component Type dialog, select the entry Protocol and
click the Add... button.
6.
In the Network Protocol dialog, click the Have Disk... button.
7.
In the Install from Disk dialog, click the Browse... button.
8.
In the file list box, change to the folder with the extracted installation files, select the netdlc.inf file and click the Open button.
9.
In the Install from Disk dialog, click OK. The protocol is installed; the list box in
the properties dialog of the communication module now includes the entry
DLC Protocol (Windows 2000/XP) for Siemens Primary Setup Tool.
10. Close the properties dialog by clicking the OK button.
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4.3
Installing the Primary Setup Tool
Procedure
The files of the Primary Setup Tools are in the self-extracting ZIP archive
pst_install.exe. Follow the steps below to install the files of the archive:
4.4
1.
Double-click on the file name pst_install.exe in the Windows Explorer or start
the program using the Windows menu command Start > Run.
2.
In the dialog box of the extraction program, select the folder into which you
want to extract the files; the default is c:\siemens\pst.
3.
Click the Unzip button. After extraction, the folder you selected contains several files including s7wnpstx.exe. Start the Primary Setup Tool by doubleclicking on this file.
Working with the Primary Setup Tool
Selecting the Language
After starting the Primary Setup Tool, a dialog opens in which you select the language for the program. You can also set the language in the Settings > Language
menu.
Selecting the Network Adapter
If there is more than one network adapter in your computer, you can open the Settings > Network Adapter menu and specify which adapter is used by the Primary
Setup Tool. This menu displays a maximum of four network adapters, however
only those for which the DLC protocol is activated are shown.
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Browsing the Network
Before you assign IP addresses with the PST, you must first locate the configurable devices in the network. Start this search with the steps outlined below:
● Select the Network > Browse menu command.
● Click on the magnifier icon in the toolbar below the menu bar.
While the Primary Setup Tool browses the network, the Browse Network dialog is
displayed with a progress bar. On completion of the search, the Primary Setup
Tool displays a list with all the devices it has found in the left-hand pane.
Configuring a Module
If you click an entry in the list, the Primary Setup Tool displays information on the
selected device in the right-hand pane.
Follow the steps below to configure a device:
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1.
Click on the plus symbol in front of the device symbol or double-click on the
device symbol to display all interfaces of the device.
2.
Click on the interface you want to configure. The Primary Setup Tool displays
the input dialog for the configuration data in the right-hand pane of the program window. Depending on the selected settings, some text boxes or check
boxes may be disabled. The MAC address box is always disabled because
this address is a property of the device that cannot be modified. The Client ID
parameter is also not supported by the SCALANCE W 788.
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3.
Decide how the device will obtain its IP address:
● Dynamically from a DHCP server:
Select the Obtain IP address from DHCP server option button.
● Manual assignment by the user:
Select the Assign IP parameters option button.
4.[a] In the Client ID box, enter a unique identifier for the SCALANCE W 788 if you
have selected dynamic assignment of the IP address. This string can be a
maximum of 63 characters long; special characters are not permitted.
4.[b] Make the following entries if you have decided to assign the IP address manually:
● Enter the IP address for the device in the IP Address box. In each part of
the address separated by the periods, you can enter a number between 0
and 255; the program does not accept any other numbers.
● Enter the subnet mask in the Subnet Mask box.
● If necessary, select the Use router check box and enter the IP address of
the router in the text box. Router information is necessary if the computer
on which you are creating the configuration is not in the same subnet as
the SCALANCE W 788.
Downloading to the Module
Follow the steps below to transfer the configuration data to the device:
1.
Select the module to which you will download the configuration data in the lefthand pane of the program window. As long as an interface is selected and the
input dialog for the configuration data is displayed, no download is possible.
2.
Start the download with the steps outlined below:
● Select the Module > Download menu command.
● Click the second icon from the left in the toolbar (S7 modules with yellow
arrow).
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Starting Web Based Management
INCs (Industrial Network Components) such as the SCALANCE W 788 include
Web Based Management. Select the device you want to configure with Web Based
Management and follow the steps below to start Web Based Management:
● Select the menu command Module -> Start INC Browser.
● Click on the third icon from the left in the toolbar (module with four blue
wires).
If the Module > Start INC Browser and the module icon are disabled, there is no
Web Based Management for the selected module.
Removing a Module
You can remove a module from the list in the left-hand part of the program window
by selecting the Module > Remove Module menu command. Using this menu
command has no effect on the existence of a module in the network; if you browse
the network again, all modules are displayed again.
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4.5
Primary Setup Tool via the Command Line
Syntax
You can also use the Primary Setup Tool from the command line of a DOS prompt.
The syntax is as follows; optional parameters are shown in square brackets:
s7wnpstx MAC address -DHCP[=client ID]
s7wnpstx MAC address -RESET
s7wnpstx MAC address IP address subnet mask [router address]
The following table explains the parameters:
Command
Description
MAC address
The MAC address of the module to
be configured.
-DHCP
Specifies whether or not the IP address is obtained from a DHCP
server.
client ID
A unique identifier for the device. If
this parameter is not specified, the
Primary Setup Tool uses the MAC
address as the ID.
-RESET
IP address
Sets the IP address to 0.0.0.0 .
subnet mask
Subnet mask of the module to be
configured.
Router address
The IP address of the default router.
Comment
Optional.
The IP address of the module to be
configured.
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Web Based Management
5.1
Introduction
Principle of Web Based Management
The SCALANCE W 788 has an integrated HTTP server for Web Based Management. If the SCALANCE W 788 is accessed by an Internet browser, it returns
HTML pages to the client computer depending on user input.
Users enter the configuration data in the HTML pages sent by the
SCALANCE W 788. The SCALANCE W 788 evaluates this information and generates response pages dynamically.
The great advantage of this method is that apart from a Web browser, no special
software is required on the client.
Requirements for Web Based Management
Once you have assigned an IP address with the Primary Setup Tool, you can continue to configure the device with Web Based Management.
To use Web Based Management, you should ideally have a wired network connection between the SCALANCE W 788 and the client computer. In principle, it is possible to use Web Based Management over a wireless network, however the
SCALANCE W 788 can be set so that access over a wireless network is disabled.
We recommend that you use the Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 5.5 or higher
or Netscape Navigator Version 6.1 or higher.
All the pages of Web Based Management require JavaScript. Make sure that your
browser settings allow this.
Web Based Management is HTTP-based, so you must also enable access to port
80 if you have a firewall installed.
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5.2
Starting Web Based Management and Logging On
Procedure
1. In the address box of the Web browser, enter the IP address or the URL of the
SCALANCE W 788. If there is a problem-free connection to the
SCALANCE W 788, the Logon dialog of Web Based Management is displayed:
2. In the "User Name" list box, select the "Admin" entry if you want to change settings of the SCALANCE W 788 (read and write access). If you select the "User" entry, you only have read access to the configuration data of the SCALANCE W 788.
3. Enter your password. If you have not yet set a password, the default passwords
as shipped apply: Enter admin if you selected "admin" as the user name or user if
you selected "user".
4. Click on the "Log On" button to start the logon.
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5.3
Selecting the Wizards
Basic Wizard and Security Wizard
Web Based Management provides two wizards that allow straightforward commissioning without detailed knowledge of wireless technology. A wizard consists of a
series of dialogs in which you enter the basic configuration data.
There is a wizard for general settings and a second wizard for configuring security
settings. After working through the two wizards, you have completed the settings
for the basic functionality of the SCALANCE W 788.
Wizard Status
After selecting the "Wizards" menu on the left-hand side of the dialog, the status of
the wizards is displayed. If you have worked through a wizard completely, Done is
displayed as the status. If you have worked through both wizards, the Wizards entry moves to the bottom end of the menu.
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5.4
Basic Wizard
5.4.1
IP Settings
Description
One of the basic steps in configuration of an Ethernet device is setting the IP address. The IP address identifies a device in the network uniquely. On this page,
you enter the information for IP configuration of the SCALANCE W 788.
Specified IP Address / DHCP Server Option Buttons
There are two methods of assigning IP addresses to devices: The IP address can
be set as a fixed permanent address or can be obtained dynamically from a DHCP
server. Select "Specified IP Address" if you do not use a DHCP server.
IP Address Input Box
The IP address of the SCALANCE W 788. Here, you enter an address that is
unique within the network.
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Subnet Mask Input Box
The subnet mask specifies the range of addresses within which communication
can take place.
The four numbers of an IP address separated by periods are interpreted as a bit
pattern. If a one is set at a bit position within the subnet mask, this means that only
devices with an IP address the matches the IP address of the SCALANCE W 788
at this bit position can communicate with the SCALANCE W 788.
Example
Let us assume that the IP address of the SCALANCE W 788 is set to
192.168.147.189 and the subnet mask is set to 255.255.255.0. The bit pattern for
255 is 1111 1111. This means that the bit pattern of the first number of the IP address of a communication partner must match the bit pattern of the SCALANCE W
788 exactly at this point. The same applies to the second and third parts of the IP
address. The IP address of a communication partner must therefore start with
192.168.147. The bit pattern for 0 is 0000 0000. This means that the bit pattern of
the last part of the IP address of the partner device does not need to match the address of the SCALANCE W 788 at any point; in other words, it can be any number.
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5.4.2
Device Name
Description
The device name also identifies a network node but means more to the user than
the IP address.
Device Name Text Box
In this box, you enter the device name for your SCALANCE W 788. This parameter
corresponds to the sysName SNMP parameter.
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5.4.3
Country Code
Description
Some countries have different frequency band divisions for WLAN communication.
The regulations for maximum output power also differ from country to country.
When you configure the SCALANCE W 788, you must specify which local regulations are relevant for your location. You do this with the Country code parameter.
Country code List Box
In this list box, you select the country in which the SCALANCE W 788 will be operated. You do not need to know the data for the specific country, the channel division and output power are set by the SCALANCE W 788 according to the country
you select.
Note
In the version for USA/Canada, you cannot select a country. The frequency bands
for these countries are already preset.
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5.4.4
Wireless Settings
Description
On this page, you specify the configuration of the wireless network. This includes
the network name and the transmission mode. If you are configuring the
SCALANCE W 788-2pro model, this page appears a second time to allow you to
configure the second wireless adapter. You can make different settings for
"WLAN1" and "WLAN2".
SSID Text Box
Enter the name of your network in this box. The SCALANCE W 788 allows all characters except the percent character for the SSID. To ensure compatibility with partner devices, you should, however, not use any characters that are peculiar to a
particular language (for example German umlauts ä, ö etc.).
Wireless Mode List Box
Select a wireless mode that is supported by all partner devices. On the
SCALANCE W 788-2pro, it may be a practical to set a different transmission mode
for each wireless adapter to allow optimum support of different clients.
Note
In the version for USA/Canada, it is only possible to set a wireless mode operating
at 2.4 GHz.
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5.4.5
Channel Settings
Description
The SCALANCE W 788 uses a specific channel within the frequency band for
communication. You can either set this channel specifically or configure the
SCALANCE W 788 so that the channel is selected automatically. A specific channel must be set, for example, in the following situations:
● Communication suffers from interference from another device (for example microwaves) or another wireless network.
● Use of the redundancy function. In this case, two well spaced channels or two
different frequency bands must be selected.
● Use of WDS. In this case, two well spaced channels or two different frequency
bands must be selected.
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Auto Channel Select Check Box
Select this check box if you do not have any particular requirements regarding
channel selection.
Radio Channel List Box
Here, you select a channel suitable for your application. You can only select from
this list if the Auto Channel Select check box is not selected. The entries in the list
box depend on the previous selection made in the Country code box and on the
mode (IEEE 802.11.a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g).
5.4.6
Finish
Description
This page displays the parameters you have selected when you have completed
all the entries for the basic configuration.
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Finish Button
Click this button to close the Basic Wizard. Alternatively, click on the Security Wizard link to change to the security settings.
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5.5
Security Wizard
Introduction
With the Security Wizard, you can specify security-related parameters without detailed knowledge of security technology in wireless networks.
Note
The SCALANCE W 788 can be operated even if you do not set the security parameters. Depending on the properties of your network, there is then, however, an
increased risk of unauthorized access. You should therefore work through all the
pages of the Security Wizard, so that you have at least basic security functions.
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5.5.1
Security Settings
Password
First, set a new admin password. Enter the string twice in the text boxes of this
page.
Until you set a password, the defaults set in the factory apply: The default password for the admin user is admin. You can use the wizards only if you log on as
administrator.
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5.5.2
Security Settings for Management Interfaces
Protocols for Configuration
In this page, you specify the protocols with which you can access the configuration
of the SCALANCE W 788. All protocols with a selected check box can be used for
configuration. You should only select protocols that you actually use.
The protocol settings only take effect after exiting the Security Wizard and restarting. Even after selecting the Web Based Management entry, you still have the option of returning to earlier pages or exiting the wizard.
Specifying the Network Type for Configuration
It is easier to restrict access to a wired network than to a wireless network. Web
Based Management allows access to the SCALANCE W 788 for configuration to
be restricted to computers linked to the SCALANCE W 788 with a cable. If you require this, check the box at the bottom of the page.
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Security Settings for SNMP Protocol
Access Permissions using the SNMP Protocol
When using the SNMP protocol, you specify access permissions by means of
community strings. A community string effectively combines the function of user
name and password in one string; different community strings are defined for read
and write permissions. More complex and more secure authentications are possible only in some SNMPv2 variants and in SNMPv3.
To preserve security, you should not use the default values public or private.
Write Community String Text Box
Here, you enter the Write Community String for the SNMP protocol.
SNMP Read Only Check Box
If you select this check box, only read access is possible with the SNMP protocol.
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5.5.4
Security Settings for WLAN (Page 1)
Network-Specific Security Settings
On the first page of the security settings, you select settings that apply regardless
of protocol-specific restrictions. The basic measures for securing a network against
unauthorized access involve
● restricting communication with the SCALANCE W 788 to specific clients (only
those with the same network name (SSID)).
● excluding clients that communicate over wireless connections from the wired
part of the network.
SSID Text Box
Enter the name of your network in this box. To avoid any possible conflicts with
settings for a specific locale on the computer, the name should not include any
German umlauts (ö, ä etc.).
Enable `Close Wireless System` feature for WLAN Check Box
If you select this check box, on the stations with the same network name as the
SCALANCE W 788 can connect to the SCALANCE W 788.
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Enable `Intracell mode` for WLAN 1 Check Box
In intracell mode, clients connected to the network over a radio link cannot communicate with clients in the wired network. Selecting this check box enables the intracell mode.
5.5.5
Security Settings for WLAN (Page 2)
Predefined Security Levels
Authentication and encryption are tried and tested methods for increasing security
in networks. Web Based Management provides five predefined security levels that
specify suitable methods. The following table indicates what the various security
levels involve.
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Level
Authentication
Encryption
Cipher
Encryption Key
Source
Lowest
without
disabled
without
not applicable
Low
Shared Key
enabled
AUTO
local
Middle
802.1x
enabled
WEP
Server
High
WPA (preshared
key)
enabled
TKIP
local
Highest
WPA (Radius)
enabled
TKIP
Server
Authentication
Authentication basically means that some form of identification is required. In the
case of network communications, authentication methods include those listed below:
● Shared Key
A key must be specified for authentication.
● Authentication according to IEEE 802.1x
The authentication information is located on an external authentication server.
● WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access - Preshared Key)
This method is based on a dynamic exchange of keys with the authentication
information being provided by the keywords used.
● WPA (Radius)
Implementation of the WPA method for use of an external radius server.
Encryption
The following schemes are used for data encryption:
● WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
Symmetrical stream cipher (same key for encryption and decryption) with 40 or
104 bit long keys. Modification of the key must be done manually.
● AES (Advanced Encryption Standard)
Symmetrical block encryption scheme with 128, 192 or 256 bit long keys.
● TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
Symmetrical scheme in which new keys are generated cyclically.
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Security Level for WLAN List Box
Select a security level that is supported by all clients. The content of the next page
depends on the selected security level. If you select the security level None, there
is no following page since neither encryption nor authentication will be used.
5.5.6
Settings for the Security Level Low
WEP Key List Box
Select the WEP key you want to define.
Key Text Box
Enter the character string for the key here.
Length List Box
Select the key length you want to use here. If the string in the Key text box is
longer than the selected key length, the string is either truncated or an error message is displayed.
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5.5.7
Settings for the Security Level Middle
Authorization Lifetime Text Box
Enter the period of validity of the authentication in seconds. The minimum period is
15 minutes and the maximum period is 12 hours. The default setting is two hours.
RADIUS Server Table
You can enter the data for two RADIUS servers; the information in the Backup column is used if the server defined in the Primary column is not available.
In addition to the IP address and the port, you must also specify a password and
confirm it in a second box. In the Maximum Retransmissions text box, you enter
the maximum number of transmission attempts.
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5.5.8
Settings for the Security Level High
Pass Phrase for WLAN Text Box
Here, you enter a WPA key. The key must be at least 8 characters long, the maximum length is 63 ASCII characters or 64 hexadecimal characters.
5.5.9
Settings for the Security Level Highest
The options you can set correspond to those of the Middle security level.
Pass Phrase for WLAN Text Box
Here, you enter your key. This initialization key must be known on both the client
and the SCALANCE W 788 and is entered by the user at both ends.
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5.5.10 Following Settings Were Made
Overview of the Selected Settings
This page contains an overview of the selected security settings. If you want to
change a setting, you can click on the << Previous button to return to a previous
page where you can enter a different value or make a different selection.
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5.5.11 Finish
Exiting the Wizard
The last page of the wizard indicates other security measures that you can take. If
you still want to make final modifications, you can open the relevant pages by clicking on the texts highlighted in blue:
● IP Filter
opens the Security > Access page.
● Access Control List for WLAN 1 (WLAN 2)
opens the Security > ACL page for wireless adapter 1 or 2.
● To apply changes perform restart
opens the System > Restart page.
Finish Button
Click the Finish button to exit the Wizard. Your settings only take effect after you
have restarted (System > Restart menu).
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Management and the Command Line
Interface
6.1
General Information on Web Based Management and the
Command Line Interface
6.1.1
Introduction
Contents of This Chapter
Web Based Management provides you with configuration options way beyond
those described in the previous chapter. This chapter explains the possible settings for the SCALANCE W 788. For a detailed description of the individual elements of a page, refer to the online help.
As an alternative, you can also configure the device using the Command Line Interface (CLI). This allows remote configuration over Telnet.
This chapter describes both configuration methods together because the menu
structure of Web Based Management is the same as the structure of the CLI commands.
Required Experience
To be able to use the information in this chapter effectively, you should have a
thorough knowledge of network technology and WLANs.
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6.1.2
The LED Simulation of Web Based Management
Display of the Operating State
The SCALANCE W 788 has one or more LEDs that provide information on the operating state of the device (see Chapter 2). Depending on its location, direct access to the SCALANCE W 788 may not always be possible. Web Based Management therefore displays simulated LEDs.
Activating the Simulation
There is an HTML-based simulation of the LED status. Click on the Status Information link to activate the simulation:
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6.1.3 Working with Web Based Management
Navigation Bar
The upper menu bar of WBM contains the following links:
● Console
This link opens a console window in which you can enter CLI commands.
● Support
When you click this link, you open a SIEMENS AG support page.
● Logout
Close the current Web Based Management session by clicking on this link. The
logon dialog is then displayed again.
● Help
Clicking on this link opens the online help of Web Based Managements in a
separate browser window.
Updating the Display with Refresh
Web Based Management pages have a Refresh button at the lower edge of the
page. Click this button to request up-to-date information from the
SCALANCE W 788.
Saving Entries with Set Values
Pages in which you can make configuration settings have a Set Value button at the
lower edge. Click this button to save the configuration data you have entered on
the SCALANCE W 788.
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6.1.4
Command Line Interface
Starting the CLI in a Windows Console
Follow the steps outlined below to start the Command Line Interface in a Windows
console:
● Open a Windows console and type in the command telnet followed by the IP
address of the SCALANCE W 788:
C:\>telnet 
● Enter your login and password.
Starting the CLI in Web Based Management
Click on the Console entry in the upper menu bar of Web Based Management. A
console window opens in which you can enter CLI commands directly. The IP address is adopted by Web Based Management and you already entered the logon
data to start WBM.
Shortcuts for Commands
As an alternative, instead of entering full CLI commands, you can simply enter the
first letter or the first few letters and then press the Tab key. The Command Line
Interface then displays a command starting with the letter or letters you typed in. If
the command displayed is not the command you require, press the Tab key again
to display the next command.
Directory Structure
Before you can enter a command in the Command Line Interface, you must first
open the required menu or submenu. This section lists the commands of each
menu in a separate table. The menu itself is shown above the table on a gray
background. The table lists only the commands themselves.
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Symbols for Representing CLI Commands
CLI commands generally have one or more parameters that are represented in the
syntax description as follows:
● Mandatory parameters are shown in pointed brackets.
Example:

If you omit a mandatory parameter, most commands output the set value.
● Alternative input values are separated by the pipe character ( | ). In this case,
you specify one of the listed values as the parameter.
Example:

you enter either E or D.
● If a numeric value is required as a mandatory parameter, you can also specify a
range of values:
Example:
<0 ... 255>
You must enter a value between 0 and 255.
Cross-menu Commands
You can use the commands in the following table in any menu.
CLI\ ... >
Command
Description
Moves you one menu level higher.
Displays the commands available in
the menu.
exit
Closes the CLI/TELNET session.
trace  <+|->

restart
Enables / disables the trace function.
info
Displays information on the current
menu item.
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Restarts the SCALANCE W 788
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6.2
The System Menu
6.2.1
System Information Menu Command
Mode and Locale Setting
On this page, you make several basic settings for the SCALANCE W 788, for example, the country and mode for the device (SCALANCE W 744-1pro or
SCALANCE W 788-1pro).
Syntax of the Command Line Interface
CLI\SYSTEM>
Command
apmode 
Description
This specifies the mode for the
SCALANCE W 788:
Comment
Not available for the
SCALANCE W 744-1pro.
Access Point
Client
country 
Specifies properties for specific
countries. The country codes comply
with ISO 639, however the
SCALANCE W 788 supports only
the codes listed in the left-hand column.
name 
Assigns a value to the sysName MIB
variable.
location 
Assigns a value to the sysLocation
MIB variable.
contact 
Assigns a value to the sysContact
MIB variable.
password 

Specifies a password for access to
the SCALANCE W 788.
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bands suitable for these
countries are preset.
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6.2.2
IP Settings Menu Command
Configuration
Here, you decide whether you will use a DHCP server or whether you want to assign a fixed IP address to the SCALANCE W 788. You can also set the IP address
of a router and the default TTL. The TTL (time to live) parameter specifies the
maximum number of routers passed through by a data packet before it is discarded.
Syntax of the Command Line Interface
CLI\SYSTEM\IP>
Command
Description
dhcp 
ip 
Enable / disable DHCP server.
subnet 
gateway 
Specifies the subnet mask.
ttl 
Sets the TTL (Time To Live) parameter.
6.2.3
Comment
Specifies the IP address for the
SCALANCE W 788.
Specifies the IP address of the
router.
Services Menu Command
Configuration
Here, you select the services with which access to the SCALANCE W 788 will be
possible. If, for example, the SNMP Enabled check box is not selected, neither
write nor read access is possible using the SNMP protocol. You can, nevertheless,
configure SNMP traps regardless of the setting.
To improve security, you should only enable the services that you actually use.
Notes on WEB Enabled
The check box for the WEB Enabled entry is selected and inactive because configuration with Web Based Management is no longer possible without the option of
access with HTTP.
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If you want to deactivate the option of configuration with Web Based Management,
you can do this in the Security Wizard. Any settings you make there only take effect after you restart the SCALANCE W 788.
Syntax of the Command Line Interface
CLI\SYSTEM\SERVICES>
Command
Description
telnet 
Enable / disable configuration of the
SCALANCE W 788 over Telnet.
ttimeout 
Enables / disables the time restriction for a Telnet session.
ttimeout
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