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- Page 1 Configuration Manual SIMATIC NET Networking Components RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) For APE1402, APE1402W7, APE1404, APE1404 ADM, APE1404W7, APE1404CKP Edition 12/2019 https://www.siemens.com...
- Page 2 Preface Overview Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE SIMATIC NET Frequently Asked Questions Networking Components RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) Configuration Manual For APE1402, APE1402W7, APE1404, APE1404 ADM, APE1404W7, APE1404CKP 12/2019 C79000-G8976-1121-05...
- Page 3 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 recommend- ed 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ............................v Related Documents ......................... v Training ..........................vi Customer Support ........................vi Overview ..........................1 Operating System ....................1 Requirements and Restrictions ................2 Security Recommendations ................... 3 Operating Temperature Range and Behavior ............4 Rebooting/Powering Down the RUGGEDCOM APE Module ........ - Page 5 Table of Contents 2.15 Troubleshooting the RUGGEDCOM APE ..............22 Frequently Asked Questions ....................25 RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) Configuration Manual, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-1121-05...
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Page 6: Preface
Note Documents listed are those available at the time of publication. Newer versions of these documents or their associated products may be available. For more informa- tion, visit SIOS or consult a Siemens Customer Support representative. Catalogs Document Title Link RUGGEDCOM RX1500 Modules Catalog https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/-... -
Page 7: Training
Siemens Sales representative. Customer Support Customer support is available 24 hours, 7 days a week for all Siemens customers. For technical support or general information, contact Siemens Customer Support through any of the following methods: Online Visit http://www.siemens.com/automation/support-request... - Page 8 Preface Customer Support • Ask questions or share knowledge with fellow Siemens customers and the support community RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) Configuration Manual, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-1121-05...
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Page 10: Overview
Overview The RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) is an x64-based computer designed to occupy a single line module slot in a RUGGEDCOM RX15xx device. The RUGGEDCOM APE can host a variety of x64-based operating systems and features Gi- gabit Ethernet, USB ports and a DVI-D Video port. The following RUGGEDCOM APE modules are available: •... -
Page 11: Requirements And Restrictions
Siemens assumes no responsibility for upgrades or changes made to the operating system. Other Software/Applications Siemens does not support any software installed on the RUGGEDCOM APE. This in- cludes, but is not limited to, software images provided by Siemens Customer Sup- port. -
Page 12: Security Recommendations
ProductCERT Security Advisories website [http://www.siemens.com/in- novation/en/technology-focus/siemens-cert/cert-security-advisories.htm]. Up- dates to Siemens Product Security Advisories can be obtained by subscribing to the RSS feed on the Siemens ProductCERT SSecurity Advisories website, or by fol- lowing @ProductCert on Twitter. • Only enable the services that will be used on the module, including physical ports. -
Page 13: Operating Temperature Range And Behavior
Periodically audit the module to make sure it complies with these recommenda- tions and/or any internal security policies. • Review the user documentation for other Siemens products used in coordination with RUGGEDCOM APE for further security recommendations. Operating Temperature Range and Behavior The RUGGEDCOM APE is rated for operation within the temperature range of -40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F). -
Page 14: Bios Configuration And Hardware Drivers
The RUGGEDCOM APE module features a BIOS with functionality similar to that of a typical PC. Note Siemens does not recommend updating/upgrading the BIOS software on the RUGGEDCOM APE module. Contact Siemens Customer Support for assistance with BIOS-related issues. The following BIOS settings can be configured: •... -
Page 15: Suggested Software
Note The RUGGEDCOM ELAN SCADA Application Suite is only available for Linux platforms. Siemens’ RUGGEDCOM ELAN product family solves a wide range of issues related to communications and data integration, from the substation to the control center and into the enterprise. The RUGGEDCOM ELAN family of products provide: •... -
Page 16: Default Ip Addresses
• Reliable extraction/presentation of relay target data • Wide range of security options For more information about RUGGEDCOM ELAN, visit http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/- industrial-communication/en/rugged-communication/ruggedcom-portfolio/soft- ware/Pages/elan.aspx. Default IP Addresses Based on the software platform installed on the RUGGEDCOM APE, the IP addresses for the front and/or internal ports may be pre-configured or set dynamically by the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). - Page 17 Overview 1.10.1 Example: Networking in Factory Default Conditions Figure 1.3 Example Configuration In the factory default condition, all Ethernet interfaces on the RUGGEDCOM RX15xx router (including the internal port of the RUGGEDCOM APE) are created as switched ports in the default VLAN. When DHCP is configured in RUGGEDCOM ROX II, an IPv4 subnet and a gateway IP are automatically assigned to this VLAN.
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Page 18: Example: Rx15Xx Services And Wan Networking
Overview 1.10.2 Example: RX15xx Services and WAN Networking If you do not wish the RUGGEDCOM APE to receive these BPDUs, they may be disabled in RUGGEDCOM RUGGEDCOM APE in the interface switch menu for the RUGGEDCOM APE interface. 1.10.2 Example: RX15xx Services and WAN Networking The following illustration shows how the RUGGEDCOM APE might be used in a more complex situation in which it is routed as opposed to bridged. - Page 19 Overview 1.10.2 Example: RX15xx Services and WAN Networking RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) Configuration Manual, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-1121-05...
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Page 20: Configuring And Using The Ruggedcom Ape
Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE The following sections describe how to configure and use the RUGGEDCOM APE: NOTICE Before using the RUGGEDCOM APE, create a backup image that can be restored should the module be configured improperly. Warranty does not support modules rendered inoperable/inaccessible due to config- uration errors made by the user. -
Page 21: Upgrading Windows® Embedded Standard 7 Drivers
RX15xx device on other VLANs. Upgrading Windows® Embedded Standard 7 Drivers Windows® Embedded Standard 7 drivers for the Atom-e6xx chip set used on the RUGGEDCOM APE module can be obtained from Siemens. For more information, con- tact Siemens Customer Support. Note Updated drivers are typically provided with each Linux distribution. -
Page 22: Adding A User (Linux Only)
Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.4 Adding a User (Linux Only) Adding a User (Linux Only) To add a new user, type: adduser { name } Where: • { name } is the name of the user NOTICE Use strong passwords. Avoid weak passwords such as password1, 123456789, abcdefgh, etc. -
Page 23: Setting The Bios Password
A password for the RUGGEDCOM APE BIOS is not set by default. To set the BIOS password, do the following: NOTICE If the BIOS password is lost, the module must be returned to Siemens for service. For more information, contact Siemens Customer Support. This service is not supported by warranty. -
Page 24: Setting The Bios Bootloader Password
The BIOS bootloader can be configured to authenticate users before the BIOS is loaded. NOTICE If the BIOS bootloader password is lost, the module must be returned to Siemens for service. For more information, contact Siemens Customer Support. This service is not supported by warranty. -
Page 25: Setting The Grub Bootloader Password
Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.9 Setting the GRUB Bootloader Password Setting the GRUB Bootloader Password To set the GRUB bootloader password, do the following: NOTICE Use strong passwords. Avoid weak passwords such as password1, 123456789, abcdefgh, etc. Login or gain root access. Create the GRUB bootloader password by typing: grub-mkpasswd-pbkdf2 Type the new password when requested. -
Page 26: Disabling Ssh (Linux Only)
Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.11 Disabling SSH (Linux Only) 2.11 Disabling SSH (Linux Only) Uninstalling the SSH server is the most effective way of disabling SSH. From the Lin- ux shell, type: apt-get remove openssh-server 2.12 Disabling Root Login via SSH (Linux Only) To prevent users from logging via SSH as a root user, do the following: Note Windows®... -
Page 27: Updating Linux Software
APE must be upgraded to Debian 8 (Jessie) before it can be upgraded to Debian v9 (Stretch). Note Unless otherwise indicated, Siemens does not provide specific software support for third-party applications. Preliminary Steps Prior to updating the software, do the following: Log in to the RUGGEDCOM APE. - Page 28 Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.14 Updating Linux Software Set up the apt sources list. Using vi, open the file /etc/apt/sources-list and add the following lines: deb http://deb.debian.org/debian {release} main deb-src http://deb.debian.org/debian {release} main deb http://deb.debian.org/debian {release}-updates main deb-src http://deb.debian.org/debian {release}-updates main deb http://deb.debian.org/debian-security/ {release}/updates main deb-src http://deb.debian.org/debian-security/ {release}/updates main Where:...
- Page 29 Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.14 Updating Linux Software deb-src http://security.debian.org/debian-security/ jessie/updates main When done, save and close the file. Update the apt sources list by executing the following command: apt-get upgrade Upgrade previously installed packages by executing the following command: apt-get-V upgrade When prompted, allow the system to restart services without asking during package upgrades.
- Page 30 Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.14 Updating Linux Software Reboot the system and clean up any unnecessary packages by executing the fol- lowing sequence of commands: reboot dpkg --configure-a apt-get -f install apt-get autoremove reboot Once these steps are complete, the RUGGEDCOM APE will be running the latest ver- sion of Debian v8 (Jessie).
- Page 31 Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.15 Troubleshooting the RUGGEDCOM APE [Optional] Install or update an existing Graphical User Interface (GUI) by execut- ing the following command: apt-get install {gui} Where: {gui} is the name of the GUI to install (e.g. xfce4, gnome, and kde, •...
- Page 32 If the syslog contains no messages reflecting an improper boot of the RUGGEDCOM APE, return the RUGGEDCOM APE to Siemens. The RUGGEDCOM APE should be returned to Siemens if its power LEDs remain dark and all above debugging steps have been performed.
- Page 33 Configuring and Using the RUGGEDCOM APE 2.15 Troubleshooting the RUGGEDCOM APE RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) Configuration Manual, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-1121-05...
- Page 34 Siemens strongly recommends creating a backup image of the RUGGEDCOM APE before it is configured. If this image is available, it can be easily restored. If an original backup image is not available, contact Siemens Customer Support for assistance. In most cases, the RUGGEDCOM APE module must be returned to the factory to be re-imaged.
- Page 35 Frequently Asked Questions RUGGEDCOM APE (Application Processing Engine) Configuration Manual, 12/2019, C79000-G8976-1121-05...
- Page 36 Further Information Siemens https://www.siemens.com Industry Online Support (service and support) https://support.industry.siemens.com Industry Mall https://mall.industry.siemens.com Siemens AG Digital Industry Process Automation Postfach 48 48 90026 NÜRNBERG GERMANY...