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SCALANCE S615 Preface Safety notices SIMATIC NET Security recommendations Description of the device Industrial Ethernet Security SCALANCE S615 Installation and removal Connecting up Operating Instructions Maintenance and cleaning Troubleshooting Technical specifications Dimension drawings Approvals 10/2022 C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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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.
These operating instructions are valid for SCALANCE S615. Purpose of the operating instructions Using the operating instructions, you will be able to install and connect the SCALANCE S615 correctly. The configuration and the integration of the device in a network are not described in these instructions.
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Siemens Industry Online Support under the following entry ID: 84922825 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/84922825) 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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Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to...
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(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109479891)). 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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Preface 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 S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Connecting up ............................. 45 Safety when connecting up ....................45 Power supply ........................51 Grounding ......................... 52 Digital input/output ......................53 Ethernet port ........................55 Replacing the PLUG ......................56 Maintenance and cleaning ........................59 SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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Downloading new firmware using TFTP without WBM and CLI ..........61 Restoring the factory settings ..................... 62 Technical specifications ........................63 Dimension drawings ..........................67 SCALANCE S615......................... 68 19" installation frame......................70 Approvals ............................. 71 10.1 EC declaration of conformity ....................72 10.1.1...
Electric devices have hot surfaces. Do not touch these surfaces. They could cause severe burns. • Allow the device to cool down before starting any work on it. WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not open the device when the supply voltage is turned on. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
• 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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• 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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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/en/cert-security-advisories.htm) website.
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Use non-secure protocols on the device using a secure connection (e.g. SINEMA RC). • If non-secure protocols and services are required, ensure that the device is operated in a protected network area. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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"Cloud Connector" to prevent unauthorized access of network devices to the "TIA Portal Cloud Connector Server"). • Using a firewall, restrict the services and protocols available to the outside to a minimum. • For the DCP function, enable the "Read Only" mode after commissioning. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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TCP/443 UDP/443 HTTP TCP/80 Open Closed ✓ ✓ ✓ HTTP Proxy TCP/3128 Outgoing Outgoin ✓ ✓ Optional TCP/8080 only g only HTTPS WBM TCP/443 Open Closed ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Server/Client SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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Telnet TCP/23 Closed Closed ✓ ✓ ✓ TFTP UDP/69 Outgoing Outgoin ✓ ✓ only g only TIA Portal TCP/9023 Closed Closed ✓ ✓ Cloud Connector TCP Event TCP/26864 Closed Closed ✓ ✓ SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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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 Only available with the SCALANCE M87x and MUM85x...
When using the device in a PROFINET environment, follow the configuration instructions in the configuration manuals: • Web Based Management: Description > Requirements for operation > Use in a PROFINET environment • Command Line Interface: General > Use in a PROFINET environment SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
On the device front: ① Ethernet connectors (P1, P2, P3, P4, P5) ② SET button ③ Digital input (DI) ④ Digital output (DO) ⑤ Power supply connection ⑥ LED display On the device rear: ⑦ PLUG slot SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
• Injury to persons • Loss of the approvals • Violation of the EMC regulations Use only undamaged parts. 1. Make sure that the package is complete. 2. Check all the parts for transport damage. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Description of the device 3.5 Accessories Accessories Technical data subject to change. You will find further information on the range of accessories in the Industry Mall (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/mall/en/WW/Catalog/Products/10215915) Use the TIA Selection Tool (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/tst/) for configuring the device. 3.5.1 PLUG Type Properties Article number...
L1, M1, L2, M2 Input for the power supply Terminal block with five terminal connectors Functional grounding +DI, -DI Digital input Terminal block with two terminal connectors +DO, -DO Digital output Terminal block with two terminal connectors SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Wire end ferrule without 0.2 mm 1.5 mm plastic collar to DIN 46228/1 Wire end ferrule with plastic 0.2 mm 1.5 mm collar to DIN 46228/4 Stripped length 7 mm 7 mm LED display SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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Only some of the configured VPN connections are 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. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
If you restart the device using the WBM (menu command "System > Restart") or using the CLI (command "restart" in the Privileged EXEC Modus), the configuration changes are always retained. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
SCALANCE devices with CLP slot, e.g. SCALANCE MUM85x. The SCALANCE CLP is used to transfer the configuration of the old device to the new device when a device is replaced. The CLP is a successor to the previously described SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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One exception to this can be the IP configuration if it is set using DHCP and the DHCP server has not been reconfigured accordingly. Reconfiguration is necessary if you use functions based on MAC addresses. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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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.
50 °C. WARNING The device is intended for indoor use only. WARNING If the device is installed in a cabinet, the inner temperature of the cabinet corresponds to the ambient temperature of the device. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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The equipment is intended to be installed within an enclosure/control cabinet. The inner service temperature of the enclosure/control cabinet corresponds to the ambient temperature of the module. Use cables with a maximum permitted operating temperature of at least 20 °C higher than the maximum ambient temperature. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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If the cable or housing socket exceeds 70 °C or the branching point of the cables exceeds 60 °C, special precautions must be taken. If the equipment is operated in an air ambient in excess of 40 °C, only use cables with admitted maximum operating temperature of at least 80 ℃. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Keep to the minimum clearances to other components or to walls of a housing so that the convection ventilation of the device is not blocked. • Below at least 10 cm • Above at least 10 cm SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Installation 1. Prepare the drill holes for wall mounting. For the precise dimensions, refer to the section "SCALANCE S615 (Page 68)". 2. Secure the device to the wall with two screws. When mounting on a wall, use mounting fittings suitable for the type of wall.
7. Also connect the DIN rails of a system with functional ground. Dismantling 1. Disconnect all connected cables. 2. Using a screwdriver, pull down the catch on the rear of the device. 3. Pull lower part of the device away from the DIN rail. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
1.5 mm² to the functional ground of the system, see section "Terminals (Page 25)“ and section “Grounding (Page 52)“. Dismantling 1. Disconnect all connected cables. 2. Using a screwdriver, pull down the catch on the rear of the device. 3. Remove the device from the standard rail. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
1.5 mm² to the functional ground of the system, see section "Terminals (Page 25)“ and section “Grounding (Page 52)“. Dismantling 1. Disconnect all connected cables. 2. Using a screwdriver, pull down the catch on the rear of the device. 3. Remove the device from the standard rail. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
ATEX, IECEx, FM, UL and UL Haz-Loc. Operating temperature Due to the horizontal installation, the maximum permitted operating temperature of the SCALANCE S615 is reduced to 40° C. Installation 1. Push the devices into the mounting frame. 2. Press the devices with slight pressure onto the back wall until the spring catch locks in place.
1. Place the third housing guide of the device on the top edge of the pedestal ①. 2. Press the device down against the pedestal until the spring catch locks in place ②. 3. Connect the power supply, refer to the section "Power supply (Page 51)". SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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≥ 1.5 mm² to the functional ground of the system, see section "Grounding (Page 52)“ and section “Terminals (Page 25)“. Dismantling 1. Disconnect all connected cables. 2. Using a screwdriver, pull down the catch on the rear of the device. 3. Remove the device from the pedestal. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
If the equipment is connected to a redundant power supply (two separate power supplies), both must meet these requirements. WARNING Insulation of external power supplies Ext. circuits intended to be connected to this device shall be galv. separated from hazardous live voltage by reinforced or double insulation. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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Safety extra low voltage The device is designed for operation with a directly connectable safety extra-low voltage (SELV) according to UL/IEC 61010-1 and UL/IEC 61010-2-201 whose output power corresponds to "Limited Energy" according to UL/IEC 61010-1. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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– Breaking current > highest possible current of the current source (incl. short circuit current and fault) – Approval according to IEC/EN 60934 – Breaking characteristics: max. 120s at 2 x I AC or DC depending on availability SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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• 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. • Protect unused cable ends according to IEC/EN 60079-14. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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General notes on use in hazardous areas according to UL-HazLoc If you use the device under UL-HazLoc conditions, you must also adhere to the following safety notices in addition to the general safety notices for protection against explosion: SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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The LAN is designed either for “Environment A” according to IEEE802.3 or "Environment 0" according to IEC TR 62102. Do not connect any electrical connectors directly to the telephone network (telephone network voltage) or a WAN (Wide Area Network). SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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)" You can find information on wiring in the section "Terminals (Page 25)". SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
The terminal is identified by the following symbol for the functional ground. 1. Connect the terminal of the SCALANCE S615 with as short a cable as possible ≤ 150 mm and a large cross-sectional area of 1.5 mm² to the functional ground of the system. In many cases, the entire metallic construction of the system serves as functional ground.
• 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 • Always wire the digital input/output in pairs. • The maximum permitted cable length is 30 m. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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"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 +13 to +30 V DC SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
DSL router, a programmable controller, a machine with an Ethernet interface for remote monitoring or a PC. For the connection, use a path cable with an RJ-45 plug. You will find the properties of the Ethernet interface in the technical specifications. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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5.6 Replacing the PLUG Removing the PLUG 1. Turn off the power to the device. 2. Insert a screwdriver between the front edge of the PLUG and the slot and release the PLUG. 3. Remove the PLUG. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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 •...
Troubleshooting Downloading new firmware using TFTP without WBM and CLI Firmware The firmware is signed and encrypted. This ensures that only firmware created by Siemens can be downloaded to the device. Procedure with Microsoft Windows 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).
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 "SET and Defaults" SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Technical specifications SCALANCE S615 Article number 6GK5 615-0AA00-2AA2 6GK5 615-0AA01-2AA2 Ethernet interface Attachment to Quantity Industrial Ethernet Design RJ-45 jack Characteristics: • 10/100BASE-T • Ethernet IEEE 802 • 10/100 Mbps Electrical data Power supply Input voltage 12 to 24 VDC min.
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Technical specifications SCALANCE S615 Ambient temperature During operation Vertical mounting position • -40 °C ... +70 °C Horizontal mounting position: • Without installation frame: -40 °C ... +60 °C • With mounting frame -40 °C ... +40 °C During storage -40 ℃...
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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 S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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Technical specifications SCALANCE S615 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. • Logging Events can be logged for monitoring.
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. You can refine your search using the "Motif type" selection list. SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
Dimension drawings 9.2 19" installation frame 19" installation frame Dimensions are specified in mm. Figure 9-3 Front view See also Installation in a 19" mounting frame (Page 41) SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
You can check which of the following approvals have been granted for your product by the markings on the type plate. 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/15327/cert)
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/15326/cert). The products described in these operating instructions meet the requirements of the following EC directives: •...
EC directive 2011/65/EC for the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. Applied standard: • EN IEC 63000 Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to restriction of hazardous substances SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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/15273/cert). The SIMATIC NET products described in this document meet the requirements of the following directives: •...
"The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012". Applied standard: • EN IEC 63000 Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to restriction of hazardous substances SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...
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). Enter the document identification number "C234" as the search term. The markings of the electrical devices are:...
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Zone 2, Group IIC, T4. Marking for the customs union EAC (Eurasian Conformity) Eurasian Economic Union of Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Declaration of conformity according to the technical regulations of the customs union (TR ZU) SCALANCE S615 Operating Instructions, 10/2022, C79000-G8976-C389-07...