AWS SKF Axios User manual

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3 Setting up and managing Ethernet
Gateways
SKF Axios uses SKF Axios Gateways to transfer the data collected by the SKF
Axios Sensors to the AWS Cloud. Gateways are usually positioned within 20 to
30 meters (65 to 98 feet) of the sensors. They communicate with the sensors
over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and with the AWS Cloud over Wi-Fi or
Ethernet.
This section explains how to install your Ethernet gateway. It also explains how to
delete an Ethernet gateway.
To learn about using SKF Axios with Wi-Fi gateways, see Setting up and
managing Wi-Fi gateways.
3.1 Understanding the Ethernet Gateway
SKF Axios Ethernet Gateway comes equipped with an RJ-45 socket, so you can
connect it to your Ethernet network using a Cat 5e or Cat 6 Ethernet cable. You
will power your gateway over the Ethernet cable, using Power over Ethernet
(PoE). Therefore, you will need either a switch or router that supports PoE or a
PoE power injector.
After you have inserted an Ethernet cable into your gateway, put the gateway in
commissioning mode by pressing the CONFIG button.
Figure 10 SKF Axios Ethernet Gateway 3Config button
3.2 Reading the lights on an Ethernet Gateway
The LED lights on the top of your SKF Axios Ethernet Gateway indicate the
status of the gateway. Each gateway has one orange light, one blue light, and
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indicates that the gateway is connected to the ethernet. The blue light indicates
that the gateway's Bluetooth is connected to the sensors.
The sequence that the lights display indicates the status of the gateway, as
described in the following table.
Figure 11 LED Sequence description 3SKF Axios Ethernet Gateway
3.3 Important network considerations
Note: Communicate these requirements to your IT Department to get started.
"Power Over Ethernet (PoE) or TP link PoE150S injector or equivalent is
required to power the device
"Firewall rules:
oAllow connection to amazonaws.com and subdomains
oTCP Port: 8883 needs to be open
"DHCP or Static IP
3.4 Placing and installing an Ethernet Gateway
Unlike sensors, an Ethernet gateway doesn't need to be attached to the
machines that are being monitored. However, it does need an available Ethernet
network through which SKF Axios can connect to the AWS Cloud.
Where to place an Ethernet Gateway
You can install a gateway almost anywhere within your work area, depending on
its layout. (For additional guidance, please see Appendix D Gateway
Considerations) Typically, gateways are mounted on walls, but you can mount
them on ceilings, pillars, or in almost any other location. A gateway must be
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Ethernet gateway must be close enough to an Ethernet cable to plug in. Note that
an Ethernet gateway draws power from the Ethernet cable.
Consider these other factors when mounting a gateway:
"Mounting the gateway higher than sensors (2 meters (7 feet) or above)
can improve coverage.
"Keeping an open line of sight between the gateway and sensors
improves coverage.
"Avoid mounting the gateway on building structures, such as exposed
steel beams. They can cause interference with the signal.
"Try to work around any equipment that might produce electronic
interference with the signal.
"If possible, install more than one gateway within transmission distance of
your sensors. If a gateway becomes unavailable, the sensors will switch
their data transmission to another gateway. Having multiple gateways
helps to eliminate data loss. There is no minimum required distance
between two gateways.
Installing an Ethernet Gateway
Note: Install the gateway with the Ethernet cable going downwards.
Almost everything you need, to install your gateway in your work area is
contained in the box that contains the gateway:
"The gateway
"A mounting bracket
"Double-sided tape
"Four mounting screws
To install the gateway, position the mounting bracket on the wall or on another
location, then mount the gateway on the bracket, Ethernet cable on the
downwards side.
There are three ways to mount the mounting bracket: screw mounting, tape
mounting, and plastic-tie mounting. The method you use depends on whether
you're mounting the gateway on a wall or another location, and on the surface
material.
To mount the bracket, choose one of the following.
Screw mounting
Typically, you mount the bracket directly to the wall using the mounting screws
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use an expansion plug or toggle bolt (not included) to secure the screw in the
wall.
Figure 12 Screw mounting
Tape mounting
A shaped piece of double-sided tape is included in the gateway box. Use it when
you can't place a screw into the mounting surface. You can also use it in
combination with the other methods of mounting for a more secure installation.
Remove the backing on one side of the tape and apply the tape to the back of the
wall mounting bracket between the four raised sections.
Remove the remaining backing and apply the bracket to the mounting location.
Press hard on the bracket to make sure that the tape firmly adheres to the
surface.
Figure 13 Tape mounting
Plastic-tie mounting
To mount a gateway to a smaller non-wall location, such as a pillar or fence, use
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ties through the holes in the four raised sections on the back of the bracket, wrap
them around the mounting location, and pull tight.
After the bracket is mounted, attach the gateway to the bracket.
Figure 14 Plastic-tie mounting
Attach the gateway to the bracket
1. With the wall mounting bracket in place, place the gateway against the
bracket, with the two plastic hooks on the back of the gateway inserted in the
slots at the bottom of the bracket.
2. Press the top of the gateway against the bracket so that the plastic hooks on
the back of the gateway latch into the top of the bracket.
3.5 Commissioning an Ethernet Gateway
Once the gateway is mounted in your facility, use the SKF Axios mobile app to
commission it. SKF Axios supports only smartphones using Android 8.0+ or iOS
14+ with near field communication (NFC) and Bluetooth. For additional help with
locating your gateway, see Placing and installing an Ethernet Gateway.
To commission a gateway
Note: If you are using an iOS mobile device and you have previously paired with
this particular gateway, then you may need to make your device "forget" the
gateway before re-pairing. For more information, see Troubleshooting Bluetooth
pairing.
1. If Bluetooth isn't already turned on for your smartphone, turn it on.
2. Plug the Ethernet cable into the gateway and make sure the network light
(orange) and the Bluetooth light (blue) on the front of your gateway are
blinking alternately.
3. Push the Config button on the gateway to put it into commissioning mode.
The Bluetooth and network LED lights will start flashing rapidly.
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5. Open the mobile app on your smartphone.
6. Choose the menu icon (6). Go to Gateways. Choose Add Gateway.
7. SKF Axios searches for the gateway. This can take a few moments. When
SKF Axios finds the gateway, it displays it in the gateway list.
8. Choose the gateway.
Important note: Only the two connectors listed in bold above are usable.
Mobile support is only supported through using external antennas. For LTE,
both Main and Diversity antennas must be used.
If the mobile app continues to try to connect to the gateway without success,
see Troubleshooting Ethernet gateway detection.
9. After it connects to the gateway, SKF Axios mobile app will provide two
options for you to configure the network connection for your gateway.
10. Choose your network configuration:
a. It can take a few minutes for the gateway to be commissioned and to
connect to the network.
b. If you have further difficulties making the gateway work, it might be
helpful to reset it. For more information, see Resetting the Ethernet
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i. If you choose Automatic (DHCP), SKF Axios mobile app will
automatically configure the network to connect to the
gateway.
ii. If you choose Manual, enter your IP address, subnet mask,
router, preferred DNS server, and alternate DNS server
(optional) information. Then choose Connect.
3.6 Troubleshooting Ethernet Gateway detection
When you add a gateway to your project or site, as soon as you choose Add
Gateway, the SKF Axios mobile app starts scanning for the gateway. If the app
can't find the gateway, try the following troubleshooting tips.
"Make sure that the gateway is powered up. Check the green light near
the upper right corner of the gateway. If it's on, the gateway has power. If
the gateway has no power (no solid green light), check the following:
oIs the switch or router at the other end of the Ethernet cable
functioning properly?
oIs the Ethernet cable working? To test this, try using the cable
with another gateway.
oIs the RJ-45 socket clean? Be sure to check the socket at the
other end of the Ethernet cable.
"Make sure the gateway is in commissioning mode. The SKF Axios
mobile app finds a new gateway only when it's in commissioning mode.
When you turn a gateway on, the Bluetooth and Network LED lights
blink slowly, alternating orange and blue. When you press the Config
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lights blink rapidly, again alternating orange and blue.
1. If the LEDs show any sequence other than slow blinking before you press
the button, the gateway might not go into commissioning mode. In this
case, reset the gateway by pressing the RESET button.
2. Ensure your smartphone's Bluetooth is working. The gateway
connects to your smartphone using Bluetooth, so it's a potential source of
interruption. Check the following:
a. Is your smartphone's Bluetooth on and working? Try switching it
off and on. If that doesn't help, restart your phone and check
again.
b. Are you within your smartphone's Bluetooth range? Bluetooth
range is relatively short, usually less than 10 meters (32 feet), and
its reliability can vary significantly.
c. Is there anything that might be interfering electronically with the
Bluetooth signal?
If none of these actions resolves the issue, try the following:
"Log out of the mobile app and restart it.
"Perform a factory reset of the gateway by holding down CONFIG and
pressing RESET.
3.7 Troubleshooting Bluetooth pairing
You may find yourself attempting to pair your iOS mobile device with a gateway
that it has already paired with. This could happen because the gateway has
changed locations, or because the general configuration of your SKF Axios site
has been altered.
In that case, tell your iOS mobile device to "forget" its Bluetooth connection with
the gateway.
To unpair a gateway from your device:
1. On your iOS mobile device, choose Settings.
2. On your Settings screen, choose Bluetooth.
3. On the Bluetooth screen, choose the information icon next to the name of
your SKF Axios Gateway.
4. On the next screen, choose Forget This Device.