Beckhoff CU8210-D001-0101 User manual
Manual | EN
CU8210-D001-0101
WLAN USB Stick for North America
3/9/2021 | Version: 1.2
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 Notes on the documentation ....................................................................................................................5
1.1 Representation and structure of warnings.........................................................................................6
1.2 Documentation issue status ..............................................................................................................7
2 For your safety...........................................................................................................................................8
2.1 Intended use......................................................................................................................................8
2.2 Staff qualification ...............................................................................................................................8
2.3 Safety instructions .............................................................................................................................9
3 Product overview.....................................................................................................................................10
3.1 Structure ..........................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Name plate ......................................................................................................................................11
3.3 System requirements.......................................................................................................................11
3.4 WLAN principles ..............................................................................................................................12
4 Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................13
4.1 Windows 7 .......................................................................................................................................13
4.1.1 Installing the driver........................................................................................................... 13
4.1.2 Connecting to WLAN ....................................................................................................... 14
4.1.3 Establishing a connection to Windows standard applications ......................................... 16
4.1.4 Configuring as access point............................................................................................. 17
4.2 Windows 10 .....................................................................................................................................19
4.2.1 Establishing a connection ................................................................................................ 19
4.2.2 Configuring as a hotspot.................................................................................................. 20
4.2.3 Configuring as access point............................................................................................. 22
5 Diagnostic LED ........................................................................................................................................24
6 Technical data..........................................................................................................................................25
6.1 WLAN channels...............................................................................................................................26
6.2 Dimensions......................................................................................................................................26
7 Support and Service................................................................................................................................27
List of tables.............................................................................................................................................28
List of figures...........................................................................................................................................29
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Notes on the documentation
1 Notes on the documentation
This description is only intended for the use of trained specialists in control and automation engineering who
are familiar with applicable national standards.
It is essential that the documentation and the following notes and explanations are followed when installing
and commissioning the components.
It is the duty of the technical personnel to use the documentation published at the respective time of each
installation and commissioning.
The responsible staff must ensure that the application or use of the products described satisfy all the
requirements for safety, including all the relevant laws, regulations, guidelines and standards.
Disclaimer
The documentation has been prepared with care. The products described are, however, constantly under
development.
We reserve the right to revise and change the documentation at any time and without prior announcement.
No claims for the modification of products that have already been supplied may be made on the basis of the
data, diagrams and descriptions in this documentation.
Trademarks
Beckhoff®, TwinCAT®, EtherCAT®, EtherCAT G®, EtherCAT G10®, EtherCAT P®, Safety over EtherCAT®,
TwinSAFE®, XFC®, XTS® and XPlanar® are registered trademarks of and licensed by Beckhoff Automation
GmbH.
Other designations used in this publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own
purposes could violate the rights of the owners.
Patent Pending
The EtherCAT Technology is covered, including but not limited to the following patent applications and
patents:
EP1590927, EP1789857, EP1456722, EP2137893, DE102015105702
with corresponding applications or registrations in various other countries.
EtherCAT® is a registered trademark and patented technology, licensed by Beckhoff Automation GmbH,
Germany
Copyright
© Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG, Germany.
The reproduction, distribution and utilization of this document as well as the communication of its contents to
others without express authorization are prohibited.
Offenders will be held liable for the payment of damages. All rights reserved in the event of the grant of a
patent, utility model or design.
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Notes on the documentation
1.1 Representation and structure of warnings
The following warnings are used in the documentation. Read and follow the warnings.
Warnings relating to personal injury:
DANGER
Hazard with high risk of death or serious injury.
WARNING
Hazard with medium risk of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
There is a low-risk hazard that can result in minor injury.
Warnings relating to damage to property or the environment:
NOTE
There is a potential hazard to the environment and equipment.
Notes showing further information or tips:
This notice provides important information that will be of assistance in dealing with the product or
software. There is no immediate danger to product, people or environment.
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Notes on the documentation
1.2 Documentation issue status
Version Modifications
1.0 First version
1.1 Chapter Configuration revised
1.2 Chapter "Technical data" revised
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For your safety
2 For your safety
Read the chapter on safety and follow the instructions in order to protect from personal injury and damage to
equipment.
Limitation of liability
All the components are supplied in particular hardware and software configurations appropriate for the
application. Unauthorized modifications and changes to the hardware or software configuration, which go
beyond the documented options, are prohibited and nullify the liability of Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co.
KG.
In addition, the following actions are excluded from the liability of Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG:
• Failure to comply with this documentation.
• Improper use.
• Use of untrained personnel.
• Use of unauthorized replacement parts.
2.1 Intended use
With the CU8210-D001-0101 WLAN stick, Beckhoff Industrial PCs can be equipped with a WLAN module
and subsequently connected to a network.
The WLAN stick was developed for a work environment that conforms to protection class IP20. This involves
finger protection and protection against solid foreign objects up to 12.5 mm, but not protection against water.
Operation of the devices in wet and dusty environments is not permitted, unless specified otherwise. The
specified limits for electrical and technical data must be adhered to.
The WLAN stick is used:
• to equip Industrial PCs with a network connection without a comprehensive cable-based infrastructure,
or
• to reach difficult to access machine or plants more easily.
Improper use
The WLAN stick is not suitable for operation in the following areas:
• areas in which the use of radio devices is prohibited.
• Potentially explosive atmospheres.
• Areas with an aggressive environment, e.g. aggressive gases or chemicals.
• applications that require real-time communication via radio.
2.2 Staff qualification
All operations involving Beckhoff software and hardware may only be carried out by qualified personnel with
knowledge of control and automation engineering. The qualified personnel must have knowledge of the
administration of the Industrial PC and the associated network.
All interventions must be carried out with knowledge of control programming, and the qualified personnel
must be familiar with the current standards and guidelines for the automation environment.
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For your safety
2.3 Safety instructions
The following safety instructions must be followed during installation and working with networks and the
software.
WLAN
• The WLAN stick can be impaired in the vicinity of metal constructions or plants that emit
electromagnetic waves. Plan the distances and use the WLAN stick in such a way that the connection
between the WLAN stick and the WLAN is as unobstructed as possible.
• Do not allow any dust, liquids or vapors that could damage the WLAN stick to get inside it. Use the
WLAN stick together with the CU8210-M001-01x0 cabinet dome in order to protect it against
environmental influences.
• Encrypt the WLAN with the WPA2 security mechanism.
Working with networks
• Restrict access to all devices to an authorized circle of persons.
• Change the default passwords to reduce the risk of unauthorized access. Regularly change the
passwords.
• Protect the devices with a firewall.
• Apply the IT security precautions according to IEC 62443, in order to limit access to and control of
devices and networks.
Working with the software
• Use up-to-date security software. The safe function of the PC can be compromised by malicious
software such as viruses or Trojans.
• The sensitivity of a PC against malicious software increases with the number of installed and active
software.
• Uninstall or disable unnecessary software.
Further information about the safe handling of networks and software can be found in the Beckhoff
Information System:
http://infosys.beckhoff.com
Document name
IPC Security Guideline
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Product overview
3 Product overview
With the CU8210-D001-0101 WLAN stick, Beckhoff Industrial PCs can be equipped with a WLAN module
and operated in client mode or as an access point, depending on the operating system.
The WLAN stick offers the encrypted exchange of data at a transfer rate of up to 433.3 Mbit/s and supports
20 MHz, 40 MHz and 80 MHz transmission bandwidths. The WLAN stick supports the IEEE 802.11 ac Draft
2.0 and 802.11 a/b/g/n specifications. The WLAN stick is downwardly compatible and enables
communication with older devices.
In addition, the WLAN stick supports the WiFi-Direct standard. A connection can thus be established
between two WLAN end devices without a central access point.
3.1 Structure
Fig.1: Structure of a CU8210-D001-0101 WLAN stick.
Table1: Legend for the configuration.
No. Component Description
1
2 Name plate The name plate can be used for the identification of the model. The
Diagnostic LED [}24]
The LED is located below the plastic.
The diagnostic LED indicates the status of the WLAN stick and, for
example, whether the WLAN stick is switched on or is connected to
a network.
MAC address can be found here.
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