Siemens SIMATIC NET SCALANCE XC-100 User manual

SIMATIC NET
Industrial Ethernet switches
SCALANCE XC-100
Operating Instructions
06/2022
C79000-G8976-C415-06
Introduction 1
Safety notices 2
Description of the device 3
Installation and
disassembly 4
Connecting up 5
Maintenance and
troubleshooting 6
Technical speci󹪝cations 7
Dimension drawings 8
Certi󹪝cations and approvals 9

Legal information
Warning notice system
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to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert symbol, notices
referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are graded according to
the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be
used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property
damage.
Quali󹪝ed Personnel
The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by personnel quali󹪝ed for the speci󹪝c
task in accordance with the relevant documentation, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions.
Quali󹪝ed personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and
avoiding potential hazards when working with these products/systems.
Proper use of Siemens products
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. The permissible ambient
conditions must be complied with. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Security information ............................................................................................................ 6
2 Safety notices ........................................................................................................................................ 9
3 Description of the device..................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Product overview ............................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Device views...................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.1 Device view of a SCALANCE XC106-2 (SC) .......................................................................... 13
3.2.2 Device view of a SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/BFOC) ................................................................. 14
3.2.3 Device view of a SCALANCE XC108..................................................................................... 15
3.2.4 Device view of a SCALANCE XC116..................................................................................... 16
3.2.5 Device view of a SCALANCE XC124..................................................................................... 17
3.3 LED display ........................................................................................................................ 18
3.4 SET button......................................................................................................................... 19
4 Installation and disassembly ............................................................................................................... 21
4.1 Safety notices for installation ............................................................................................. 21
4.2 Types of installation ........................................................................................................... 24
4.3 Mounting on DIN rails ........................................................................................................ 24
4.4 Installation on a standard S7-300 rail ................................................................................. 25
4.5 Installation on a standard S7-1500 rail ............................................................................... 27
4.6 Wall mounting................................................................................................................... 28
4.7 Changing the position of the securing bar .......................................................................... 29
4.8 Disassembly....................................................................................................................... 30
5 Connecting up ..................................................................................................................................... 31
5.1 Safety when connecting up................................................................................................ 31
5.2 Wiring rules ....................................................................................................................... 34
5.3 Power supply ..................................................................................................................... 35
5.4 Signaling contact ............................................................................................................... 36
5.5 Functional ground ............................................................................................................. 37
6 Maintenance and troubleshooting...................................................................................................... 39
7 Technical speci󹪝cations ....................................................................................................................... 41
7.1 Technical speci󹪝cations of the SCALANCE XC106-2 (SC)...................................................... 41
7.2 Technical speci󹪝cations of the SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/BFOC)............................................. 43
7.3 Technical speci󹪝cations of the SCALANCE XC108................................................................ 45
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7.4 Technical speci󹪝cations of the SCALANCE XC116................................................................ 46
7.5 Technical speci󹪝cations of the SCALANCE XC124................................................................ 47
7.6 Switching properties.......................................................................................................... 48
7.7 Mechanical stability (in operation) ..................................................................................... 48
8 Dimension drawings............................................................................................................................ 49
9Certi󹪝cations and approvals................................................................................................................ 53
Index .................................................................................................................................................... 61
Table of contents
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Introduction 1
Purpose of the Operating Instructions
These operating instructions support you when installing and connecting up devices of the
SCALANCE XC-100 product group.
Validity of the Operating Instructions
These operating instructions apply to the following devices:
• SCALANCE XC106-2 (SC)
• SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/BFOC)
• SCALANCE XC108
• SCALANCE XC116
• SCALANCE XC124
Unless mentioned otherwise, the descriptions in these operating instructions refer to all devices
of the SCALANCE XC-100 product group named above in the section on validity.
Designations used
Classi󹪝cation Description Terms used
Product line The product line includes all devices and variants of all product groups.
If information applies to all product groups within the product line, the term
SCALANCE X-100 is used.
SCALANCE X-100
Product group If information applies to all devices and variants of a product group, the term
SCALANCE XC-100 is used.
SCALANCE XC-100
Device If information relates to a speci󹪝c device, the device name is used. e.g. SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/
BFOC)
Further documentation
In the system manuals "Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET Industrial Ethernet" and "Industrial
Ethernet / PROFINET passive network components", you will 󹪝nd information on other SIMATIC
NET products that you can operate along with the devices of this product line in an Industrial
Ethernet network.
There, you will 󹪝nd among other things optical performance data of the communications
partner that you require for the installation.
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You will 󹪝nd the system manuals here:
• On the data medium that ships with some products:
– Product CD / product DVD
– SIMATIC NET Manual Collection
• On the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support:
– Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET Industrial Ethernet System Manual (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/27069465)
– Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET Passive Network Components System Manual (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/84922825)
SIMATIC NET manuals
You will 󹪝nd the SIMATIC NET manuals here:
• On the data medium that ships with some products:
– Product CD / product DVD
– SIMATIC NET Manual Collection
• On the Internet pages of Siemens Industry Online Support (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15247).
SIMATIC NET glossary
Explanations of many of the specialist terms used in this documentation can be found in the
SIMATIC NET glossary.
You will 󹪝nd the SIMATIC NET glossary here:
• SIMATIC NET Manual Collection or product DVD
The DVD ships with certain SIMATIC NET products.
• On the Internet under the following address:
50305045 (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/50305045)
Security information
1.1 Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary
to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security
concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be connected to
Introduction
1.1 Security information
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an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is necessary and only
when appropriate security measures (e.g. 󹪝rewalls and/or network segmentation) are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please
visit
https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
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 cyber
threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS Feed
under
https://www.siemens.com/cert (https://www.siemens.com/cert).
Catalogs
You will 󹪝nd the article numbers for the Siemens products of relevance here in the following
catalogs:
• SIMATIC NET Industrial Communication / Industrial Identi󹪝cation, catalog IK PI
• SIMATIC Products for Totally Integrated Automation and Micro Automation, catalog ST 70
• Industry Mall - catalog and ordering system for automation and drive technology, Online
catalog (https://mall.industry.siemens.com/goos/WelcomePage.aspx?regionUrl=/
en&language=en)
You can request the catalogs and additional information from your Siemens representative.
Device defective
If a fault develops, send the device to your SIEMENS representative for repair. Repairs on-site are
not possible.
Recycling and disposal
The products are low in pollutants, can be recycled and meet the requirements of the WEEE
directive 2012/19/EU for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.
Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites.
For environmentally friendly recycling and the disposal of your old device contact a certi󹪝ed
disposal company for electronic scrap or your Siemens contact (Product return (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109479891)).
Note the di󹪜erent national regulations.
Trademarks
The following and possibly other names not identi󹪝ed by the registered trademark sign ® are
registered trademarks of Siemens AG:
SCALANCE, C-PLUG, OLM
Introduction
1.1 Security information
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Electrostatic discharge
NOTICE
Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)
Electronic modules contain electrostatic sensitive components
These components can easily be destroyed if handled incorrectly.
Note the following instructions to avoid damage.
• Touch electronic modules only when you absolutely need to work on them.
• If electronic modules need to be touched, the body of the person involved must 󹪝rst be
electrostatically discharged and grounded.
• Do not bring electronic modules in contact with electrically isolating materials such as
plastic 󹪝lm, isolating table top pads or clothing made of synthetic 󹪝bers.
• Place the modules only on conductive surfaces.
• Pack, store and transport electronic modules and components only in conductive packaging
such as metalized plastic or metal containers, conductive foam or household aluminum foil.
Introduction
1.1 Security information
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Safety notices 2
Read the safety notices
Note the following safety notices. These relate to the entire working life of the device.
You should also read the safety notices relating to handling in the individual sections,
particularly in the sections "Installation" and "Connecting up".
CAUTION
To prevent injury and damage, read the manual before using the device.
Safety notices on use in hazardous areas
General safety notices relating to protection against explosion
WARNING
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Do not open the device when the supply voltage is turned on.
Safety instructions for use in hazardous locations according to UL/FM HazLoc
If you use the device under UL or FM HazLoc conditions, you must also adhere to the following
safety instructions in addition to the general safety instructions for protection against explosion:
This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D or non-hazardous
locations only.
This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Zone 2, Group IIC or non-hazardous locations only.
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Safety notices
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Description of the device 3
3.1 Product overview
Article numbers
Device Description Article number
SCALANCE XC106-2 (SC) 6 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports, 2 x 10/100 Mbps SC ports, mul‐
timode 󹪝ber-optic cable
6GK5 106-2BD00-2AC2
SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/BFOC) 6 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports, 2 x 10/100 Mbps ST/BFOC ports,
multimode FO cable
6GK5 106-2BB00-2AC2
SCALANCE XC108 8 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports 6GK5 108-0BA00-2AC2
SCALANCE XC116 16 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports 6GK5 116-0BA00-2AC2
SCALANCE XC124 24 x 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports 6GK5 124-0BA00-2AC2
Unpacking and checking
WARNING
Do not use any parts that show evidence of damage
If you use damaged parts, there is no guarantee that the device will function according to the
speci󹪝cation.
If you use damaged parts, this can lead to the following problems:
• Injury to persons
• Loss of the approvals
• Violation of the EMC regulations
• Damage to the device and other components
Use only undamaged parts.
1. Make sure that the package is complete.
2. Check all the parts for transport damage.
Components of the product
The following components are supplied with the device:
• One IE switch
• A 4-pin terminal block for the power supply (spring-loaded terminal)
• A 2-pin terminal block for the signaling contact (spring-loaded terminal)
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Spare parts
The following spare parts are available for the device:
Component Description Article number
Spring-loaded terminal block, 4
terminals
4-terminal spring-loaded terminal block to connect the power
supply (24 VDC),
for SCALANCE X/W/S/M,
pack of 5
6GK5 980-1DB10-0AA5
Spring-loaded terminal block, 2
terminals
2-terminal spring-loaded terminal block to connect the sig‐
naling contact (24 VDC),
for SCALANCE X/W/S/M,
pack of 5
6GK5 980-0BB10-0AA5
Description of the device
3.1 Product overview
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3.2 Device views
3.2.1 Device view of a SCALANCE XC106-2 (SC)
The following 󹪝gure shows an overview of the components of the SCALANCE XC106-2 (SC).
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①Electrical ports
②Optical ports (SC)
③Grounding screw
④Knurled screw
⑤Securing bar
⑥Levering aid for moving the securing bar with a screwdriver
⑦Power supply
⑧Signaling contact
⑨"SET" button
⑩LED display
Description of the device
3.2 Device views
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3.2.2 Device view of a SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/BFOC)
The following 󹪝gure shows an overview of the components of the SCALANCE XC106-2 (ST/
BFOC).
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①Electrical ports
②Optical ports (ST/BFOC)
③Grounding screw
④Knurled screw
⑤Securing bar
⑥Levering aid for moving the securing bar with a screwdriver
⑦Power supply
⑧Signaling contact
⑨"SET" button
⑩LED display
Description of the device
3.2 Device views
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3.2.3 Device view of a SCALANCE XC108
The following 󹪝gure shows an overview of the components of the SCALANCE XC108.
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①Electrical ports
②Grounding screw
③Knurled screw
④Securing bar
⑤Levering aid for moving the securing bar with a screwdriver
⑥Power supply
⑦Signaling contact
⑧"SET" button
⑨LED display
Description of the device
3.2 Device views
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3.2.4 Device view of a SCALANCE XC116
The following 󹪝gure shows an overview of the components of the SCALANCE XC116.
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①Electrical ports
②Grounding screw
③Knurled screw
④Securing bar
⑤Levering aid for moving the securing bar with a screwdriver
⑥Power supply
⑦Signaling contact
⑧"SET" button
⑨LED display
Description of the device
3.2 Device views
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3.2.5 Device view of a SCALANCE XC124
The following 󹪝gure shows an overview of the components of the SCALANCE XC124.
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①Electrical ports
②Grounding screw
③Knurled screw
④Securing bar
⑤Levering aid for moving the securing bar with a screwdriver
⑥Power supply
⑦Signaling contact
⑧"SET" button
⑨LED display
Description of the device
3.2 Device views
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3.3 LED display
Fault LED "F" (red LED)
The fault LED indicates the incorrect functioning of the device.
LED color LED status Meaning
Red Lit The IE switch detects an error. At the same time, the signaling contact opens.
The following faults/errors are detected:
1. Link down event on a monitored port.
2. Loss of the power supply of one of the two redundant power supplies or the power
supply drops below 9.6 V.
3. Both power supplies are below approximately 9.6 V (voltage too low).
-O󹪜 No error detected.
Power LEDs “L1” and “L2” (green LEDs)
The power LEDs show the status of the power supply at connectors L1 and L2.
L1/L2 LEDs L1/L2 connector
LED color LED status
Green Lit Power supply L1 or L2 is connected.
-O󹪜 Power supply L1 and L2 are not connected or L1 and L2 <9.6 V.
Note
If the green LED is not lit, no other signal LED lights up either.
Port LEDs "P" (green/yellow LEDs)
The port LEDs indicate the status of the ports.
LED color LED status Meaning
Green Lit Link exists, no data reception at port
Yellow Lit Link exists, data reception at port
Yellow Flashing Setting or display of the fault mask
Description of the device
3.3 LED display
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3.4 SET button
Position
The "SET" button is located on the front of the device.
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Figure 3-1 Position of the "SET" button
Function
With the SET button, you can display and change the set fault mask.
Setting the fault mask
Factory setting
In its delivery condition (factory default), the following settings are monitored via the message
screen:
• Link up to all ports
• Redundant power supply (L1+/M1 und L2+/M2) connected
When you turn the device on and at least one of the settings is not ful󹪝lled, the device registers
a fault. Switch the device to the required operating mode and save these settings in the message
screen.
Changing the setting
The changed settings remain after cycling power to the device.
Di󹪜erent settings are made depending on how long you hold down the SET button, as described
in the following table:
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Description of the device
3.4 SET button
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Phase Description
1 LEDs 󹪞ash at 5 Hz The currently set fault mask is displayed. The LEDs of the monitored ports
󹪞ash.
If no fault mask is set, all port LEDs 󹪞ash one after the other.
If you release the button in phase 1, this has no e󹪜ect.
2 LEDs 󹪞ash at 2.5 Hz The current status is displayed.
• The LEDs of the ports at which there is currently a link 󹪞ash.
If you release the button in phase 2, this has no e󹪜ect.
3 This new status is adopted and stored as the new fault mask in phase 3.
LEDs 󹪞ashing If you release the SET button while the LEDs are still 󹪞ashing, storing is
aborted.
LEDs lit If you release the SET button as soon as the LEDs light up, the current
settings will be stored.
The stored status is displayed.
• The monitored ports are indicated by statically lit LEDs.
• The monitored power supply is indicated by statically lit LEDs.
Error/fault
If the link is lost (link down) at a monitored port or a monitored power supply is lost, this is
signaled as follows:
• The red fault LED lights up.
• The signaling contact is opened.
Description of the device
3.4 SET button
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