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06/2016

Preface

Safety Notes 1

Getting Started with MindSphere 2

Prepare MindConnect Nano for MindSphere 3

Onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere 4

Configure Data Collection 5

Perform visual analysis on an Asset 6

Appendix 7

Glossary 8

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MindSphere – Getting Started, 06/2016 3

Preface This manual gives you an overview of MindSphere and MindConnect Nano, enabling you to commission MindConnect Nano and start working with MindSphere.

Basic knowledge requirements A solid background in personal computers is required. General knowledge in the field automation control engineering is recommended.

Scope of validity of this document

This manual is valid for MindConnect Nano and MindSphere.

Scope of this documentation

The complete documentation for MindSphere consists of the following documents:

• “MindSphere - Getting Started” • “MindConnect Nano - Quick Start” enclosed with device MindConnect Nano • Product information “Important notes on your device” enclosed with device MindConnect

Nano • MindSphere - FAQs • Datasheets for MindConnect Nano, MindAccess Users, MindApp Fleet Manager, MindApp

Visual Analyzer.

Convention The term “device” is used to refer to MindConnect Nano and the term “cloud” is used to refer to MindSphere in this documentation. The terms for MindSphere can be found in Glossary in the Appendix of this documentation.

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Table of Contents

4 MindSphere – Getting Started, 06/2016

Table of Contents Legal Information ................................................................................................................................. 2

Preface ................................................................................................................................................ 3

Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................ 4

1. Safety Notes ................................................................................................................................. 7

1.1. General safety instructions .................................................................................................... 7

1.2. Notes on usage ................................................................................................................... 10

2. Getting Started with MindSphere ................................................................................................ 11

2.1. Aim of Getting Started ......................................................................................................... 11

2.2. Functional overview of MindSphere ..................................................................................... 11

2.3. Structure of MindSphere Service Provision .......................................................................... 12

2.4. Working with MindSphere .................................................................................................... 14

3. Prepare MindConnect Nano for MindSphere .............................................................................. 15

3.1. Overview ............................................................................................................................. 15

3.2. Check package upon delivery .............................................................................................. 15

3.3. Connect the device .............................................................................................................. 17

3.3.1. Connect the power supply ............................................................................................ 17

3.3.2. Connect device to networks .......................................................................................... 18

3.4. Commission the device ........................................................................................................ 19

3.4.1. General information on commissioning ......................................................................... 19

3.4.2. Switch on the device ..................................................................................................... 19

3.5. Result .................................................................................................................................. 19

4. Onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere .............................................................................. 21

4.1. Overview ............................................................................................................................. 21

4.2. Log into MindSphere............................................................................................................ 22

4.3. Configure Asset Information ................................................................................................ 22

4.4. Configure MindConnect Nano .............................................................................................. 24

4.4.1. MindConnect Nano information .................................................................................... 24

4.4.2. Network connection ...................................................................................................... 24

4.5. Transfer configuration to USB stick ...................................................................................... 27

4.6. Connect Port X2P1 .............................................................................................................. 30

4.7. Result .................................................................................................................................. 30

5. Configure Data Collection ........................................................................................................... 31

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5.1. Overview ............................................................................................................................. 31

5.2. Log into MindSphere............................................................................................................ 31

5.3. Configure Data Sources ...................................................................................................... 31

5.4. Result .................................................................................................................................. 40

6. Perform visual analysis on an Asset ........................................................................................... 41

6.1. Overview ............................................................................................................................. 41

6.2. Monitor Assets ..................................................................................................................... 41

6.3. Configure Requests ............................................................................................................. 43

6.3.1. Create a Rule for automatic generating of Requests .................................................... 43

6.3.2. Create a manual Request ............................................................................................. 46

6.4. Result .................................................................................................................................. 47

7. Appendix .................................................................................................................................... 49

7.1. Technical Specifications of MindConnect Nano ................................................................... 49

7.1.1. ESD guideline ............................................................................................................... 52

7.1.2. Structure of MindConnect Nano interfaces ................................................................... 54

7.2. Mounting MindConnect Nano .............................................................................................. 57

7.2.1. Permitted mounting positions and surrounding temperature ......................................... 57

7.2.2. Connecting the protective earth .................................................................................... 58

7.2.3. Mounting types ............................................................................................................. 59

7.2.4. Installing the cable strain relief ...................................................................................... 60

7.2.5. Installing Ethernet connector strain relief ...................................................................... 60

7.3. Maintaining MindConnect Nano ........................................................................................... 61

7.3.1. Replacing the backup battery ....................................................................................... 61

7.4. Firmware Update of MindConnect Nano .............................................................................. 63

7.5. Asset Configuration ............................................................................................................. 63

7.5.1. Overview of OPC UA data types ................................................................................... 63

7.5.2. Overview of S7 data types ............................................................................................ 63

7.5.3. List of measuring units .................................................................................................. 64

7.5.4. Asset handling .............................................................................................................. 67

7.5.5. MindSphere Units for Data Modeling ............................................................................ 69

7.6. Offboard MindConnect Nano ............................................................................................... 75

7.7. User Account management ................................................................................................. 76

7.7.1. User rights .................................................................................................................... 76

7.7.2. Create an OEM user and a customer user .................................................................... 77

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7.8. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................... 80

7.9. List of abbreviations ............................................................................................................. 82

8. Glossary ..................................................................................................................................... 83

Account Overview ....................................................................................................................... 83

Asset .......................................................................................................................................... 83

Asset ID ...................................................................................................................................... 83

Asset Type ................................................................................................................................. 83

Data Point ................................................................................................................................... 83

Data Source................................................................................................................................ 83

Event .......................................................................................................................................... 83

Expert Center ............................................................................................................................. 84

Last Connection .......................................................................................................................... 84

MindApp Fleet Manager.............................................................................................................. 84

MindApp Visual Analyzer ............................................................................................................ 84

MindConnect Nano ..................................................................................................................... 84

MindConnect Nano ID ................................................................................................................ 85

MindSphere Launchpad .............................................................................................................. 85

MindSphere Asset Configuration ................................................................................................ 85

MindSphere Units ....................................................................................................................... 85

Offboarding Process ................................................................................................................... 86

Onboarded/Offboarded Mode ..................................................................................................... 86

Onboarding Process ................................................................................................................... 86

Online/Offline Mode .................................................................................................................... 87

Request ...................................................................................................................................... 87

Rule ............................................................................................................................................ 87

Time Series ................................................................................................................................ 87

Safety Notes


1. Safety Notes 1.1. General safety instructions

WARNING

Life-threatening voltages are present with an open control cabinet

When you install the device in a control cabinet, some areas or components in the open control cabinet may be carrying life-threatening voltages. If you touch these areas or components, you may be killed by electric shock. Switch off the power supply to the cabinet before opening it.

System expansions

NOTICE

Damage through system expansions

Device and system expansions may be faulty and can affect the entire machine or plant.

The installation of expansions can damage the device, machine or plant. Device and system expansions may violate safety rules and regulations regarding radio interference suppression. If you install or exchange system expansions and damage your device, the warranty becomes void.

Note the following for system expansions:

Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. Contact your technical support team or the team where you have purchased your PC to find out which system expansion devices may safely be installed.

Observe the information on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Refer to the chapter Appendix Technical Specifications.

NOTICE

"Open Type" UL508

Note that the device is classified as "Open Type" for use in the area of Industrial Control Equipment (UL508). Installation of the device in an enclosure complying with UL508 is a prerequisite for approval or operation in accordance with UL508.

Safety Notes


Battery and rechargeable battery

WARNING

Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances

Improper handling of lithium batteries can result in an explosion of the batteries. Explosion of the batteries and the released pollutants can cause severe physical injury. Worn batteries jeopardize the function of the device.

Note the following when handling lithium batteries:

• Replace used batteries in good time; see the section "Replacing the backup battery" in the operating instructions.

• Replace the lithium battery only with an identical battery or types recommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not throw lithium batteries into fire, do not solder on the cell body, do not recharge, do not open, do not short-circuit, do not reverse polarity, do not heat above 100°C and protect from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.

Strong high-frequency radiation

ESD Guideline Electrostatic sensitive devices can be labeled with an appropriate symbol

NOTICE

Observe immunity to RF radiation

The device has an increased immunity to RF radiation according to the specifications on electromagnetic compatibility in the technical specifications.

Radiation exposure in excess of the specified immunity limits can impair device functionality resulting in malfunctions and therefore injuries or damages.

Read the information on immunity to RF radiation in the technical specifications.

NOTICE

Electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD)

When you touch electrostatic sensitive components, you can destroy them through voltages that are far below the human perception threshold.

If you work with components that can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge, observe the ESD Guideline. Refer to the chapter “ESD guideline”.

Safety Notes


Disclaimer for third-party software updates This product includes third-party software. Siemens AG only provides a warranty for updates/patches of the third-party software, if these have been distributed as part of a Siemens software update service contract or officially released by Siemens AG. Otherwise, updates/patches are undertaken at your own risk. You can find more information about our Software Update Service offer on the Internet at Software Update Service (http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/topics/en/simatic/licenses/software-update-service/Pages/Default.aspx).

Open Source Software

Siemens will identify the open source software components contained in MindConnect Nano, including the applicable license text and will include such license text(s) in or provide them together with MindConnect Nano. Should the license(s) applicable to any part of the open source software require the distribution of the open source software’s source code and build scripts together with MindConnect Nano (or, alternately, an offer to make the source code and build scripts available upon request), then Siemens will provide such source code or such offer to customer together with MindConnect Nano. No license fee is charged to customer for the use of such open source software. Customer acknowledges and agrees that Siemens provides no warranties, express or implied, and no indemnification for the open source software itself. Customer hereby accepts that the open source software is subject to the specific license terms included in or provided together with MindConnect Nano. To the extent there is a conflict between these terms and the open source specific license terms, such terms shall prevail with regard to the open source software.

Industrial Security 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 only form one element of such a concept. Customer is responsible to prevent unauthorized access to its plants, systems, machines and networks. Systems, machines and components should only be connected to the enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent necessary and with appropriate security measures (e.g. use of firewalls and network segmentation) in place. Additionally, Siemens’ guidance on appropriate security measures should be taken into account. For more information about industrial security, please visit http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity. Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure. Siemens strongly recommends to apply product updates as soon as available and to always use the latest product versions. Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply 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 http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity.

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1.2. Notes on usage

NOTICE

Possible functional restrictions in case of non-validated plant operation The device is tested and certified on the basis of the technical standards. In rare cases, functional restrictions can occur during plant operation. Validate the correct functioning of the plant to avoid functional restrictions.

Note Use in an industrial environment without additional protective measures This device was designed for use in a normal industrial environment according to IEC 60721-3-3

Getting Started with MindSphere


2. Getting Started with MindSphere 2.1. Aim of Getting Started This Getting Started provides you with information to get acquainted with commissioning the device MindConnect Nano and working with MindSphere. This manual does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible functions, but includes all necessary information to start working with MindSphere.

By using the examples given in this manual, you will be able to develop or change your service. You will know how to access and configure data of your Assets as well as create and answer Requests.

You will work through typical steps involved in configuring the device (MindConnect Nano) and your Asset data. You will become familiar with the tools that MindSphere provides for configuration and visualization of Assets and Requests, in addition to managing customers and users.

2.2. Functional overview of MindSphere This part of Getting Started outlines a functional overview of MindSphere. Please refer to the glossary section of the Appendix for a list of vocabulary used in this documentation.

MindSphere offers the means to monitor Asset status as well as support maintenance and services. This requires sensor data, the tools to collect and transfer data as well as intelligent software that offers the monitoring and support functions.

Mind Connect Nano provides the hardware for collecting data from Asset and transferring it to MindSphere, which includes hosting the Web User Interfaces.

MindSphere records Events and environment information, including the timestamps.

Figure 2-1 MindSphere overview

With MindSphere and MindConnect Nano you can:

• Create and manage users and customers. • Create, manage and change Asset configuration in MindSphere Asset Configuration



• Onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere in order to collect data from your Asset and transfer it to MindSphere.

• Collect data of sources (S7, OPC UA) via MindConnect Nano. • Visualize the uploaded data (time series). • Display Data Points and open Requests of an Asset. • Manage the connected Assets and automate Rules. • See available applications (MindApps Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer) and all

MindSphere Units per App for the current Asset Configuration • Subscribe or unsubscribe MindAccess

2.3. Structure of MindSphere Service Provision This chapter describes the overall structure of service provision of MindSphere.

MindSphere consists of the following elements:

Figure 2-2 MindSphere elements

MindConnect Nano MindConnect Nano is a device that establishes the connection to MindSphere in order to collect data from an Asset and transfer it to MindSphere. After the initial onboarding to MindSphere, MindConnect Nano receives the required configuration (e.g. network configuration, configuration of physical asset) from MindSphere. MindConnect Nano can be connected via Ethernet to SIMATIC S7-300/400 PLCs and OPC UA server. It supports onboarding of an Asset to MindConnect Nano on a one to one basis.



MindSphere Launchpad MindSphere Launchpad is the entry point to the user interfaces (MindApps) for configuration and data visualization. MindSphere Apps can be opened from the up to date browser with HTML5 capabilities. In MindSphere you can create, configure, onboard and visualize a "Digital Twin" of an Asset via graphical interfaces.

MindSphere Launchpad is comprised of the following elements:

MindSphere Asset Configuration The Asset Configuration offers the means to do basic configurations on an Asset and MindConnect Nano:

• Definition of the data structure and properties of an Asset. • Connection setup. Definition of the required information of MindConnect Nano to

connect it to MindSphere. • Asset metadata management - e.g. Asset Location.

MindApps Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer Fleet Manager is used for getting an overview of existing Assets and their basic information (state, number/type of messages) in order to open the Visual Analyzer for Asset. In the Fleet Manager you can monitor the status of all Assets and detail data analyzation in the Visual Analyzer.

MindApp Fleet Manager Fleet Manager displays the configured Assets in list form or in map view. A list of all Requests can also be displayed.

A search for specific Assets and Requests can be performed by setting filters.

Fleet Manager enables definition of Rules for automatic generating of Requests.

MindApp Visual Analyzer The Visual Analyzer is a visualization tool to analyze data of an Asset in detail and can be opened from the Fleet Manager.

In the Visual Analyzer you can configure data (time series, Events and Requests) shown in a line chart. Furthermore, you can select, what will be shown in the line chart. For this purpose you can create manual Rules for threshold monitoring on selected Data Points.

MindSphere User and Customer Management

OEM User Management Administration of MindSphere users of OEM. There are two groups of users with different rights for managing and displaying: OEM Admin and OEM User.

Customer Management At the Customer Management, the OEM Admin can create accounts for their customers. These customers can be assigned to Assets, in order to let users of this customer see the assigned Assets. Login for customer user can also be administrated by OEM-Admin in customer configuration.



Account Overview

In Account Overview you find a table with all available applications (MindApps Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer) and all MindSphere Units per App for the configured Asset.

For more information on MindSphere Units refer to chapter “MindSphere Units”.

2.4. Working with MindSphere This part of Getting Started provides you with instructions for working with MindSphere.

Requirements • Internet Connection and browser for online User Interface. Browser supporting HTML5

(e.g. Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 43.0, Google Chrome 47.0, Safari IPad). • Internet Connection for MindConnect Nano device. Provide standard HTTPS

capabilities for MindConnect Nano - outbound HTTPs connections on port 443. • Link to the online Launchpad with user and password data as it was submitted by

Siemens • Device (PC, tablet etc.) with minimum screen resolution of 1024x768

Configuring steps Prepare MindConnect Nano for MindSphere

• Mount MindConnect Nano on your Asset. • Configure your corporate network to allow outbound traffic for MindConnect Nano. • Commission your Asset hardware.

Onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere • Log into your MindSphere account. • Configure your Asset and MindConnect Nano, which is mounted to your Asset. • Configure Network Settings of MindConnect Nano and Proxy as needed to establish

internet connection to MindSphere. • Establish the initial connection (onboarding) by transferring the configuration manually

by USB stick.

Configure data collection • Log into MindSphere with your account. • Configure the Data Points you want to acquire. • MindConnect Nano receives the configuration from MindSphere via an existing

internet connection. • MindConnect Nano starts the data acquisition. • The time series can be displayed in the Visual Analyzer. • If required, you can change Asset configuration, duplicate or delete Asset.

Monitor the threshold of selected Data Points to create Requests • Configure Requests to monitor automatically a value of the Data Points.

Prepare MindConnect Nano for MindSphere


3. Prepare MindConnect Nano for MindSphere 3.1. Overview This chapter provides a general overview on connecting and commissioning of MindConnect Nano in order to prepare it for MindSphere. For further details refer to the Appendix of this documentation (chapters ”Technical Specifications of MindConnect Nano”, “Mounting MindConnect Nano”).

MindConnect Nano is a compact and embedded industrial PC. It is able to connect to the MindSphere, collect data from the field and transfer it encrypted to MindSphere.

Figure 3-1 MindConnect Nano

3.2. Check package upon delivery 1. When accepting a delivery, please check the package for visible transport damage. 2. If any transport damage is present at the time of delivery, lodge a complaint at the shipping

company in charge. Have the shipper confirm the transport damage immediately. 3. Unpack the device at its installation location. 4. Keep the original packaging in case you have to transport the unit again.

Note Damage to the device during transport and storage If a device is transported or stored without packaging, shocks, vibrations, pressure and moisture may impact the unprotected unit. Damaged packaging indicates that ambient conditions may have already had a massive impact on the device.

The device may be damaged.

Do not dispose of the original packaging. Pack the device during transportation and storage.



5. Check the contents of the packaging and any accessories you may have ordered for completeness and damage.

6. If the contents of the package are incomplete, damaged or do not match your order, inform the responsible delivery service immediately.

WARNING

Electric shock and fire hazard due to damaged device

A damaged device can be under hazardous voltage and trigger a fire in the machine or plant. A damaged device has unpredictable properties and states.

Death or serious injury could occur.

Make sure that the damaged device is not inadvertently installed and put into operation. Label the damaged device and keep it locked away. Return the device for immediate repair.

NOTICE

Damage from condensation

If the device is subjected to low temperatures or extreme fluctuations in temperature during transportation, for example in cold weather, moisture could build up on or inside the HMI device.

Moisture causes a short circuit in electrical circuits and damages the device. In order to prevent damage to the device, proceed as follows:

Store the device in a dry place.

Bring the device to room temperature before starting it up.

Do not expose the device to direct heat radiation from a heating device.

If condensation develops, wait approximately 12 hours or until the device is completely dry before switching it on.

7. Please keep the enclosed documentation in a safe place. It belongs to the device. You will need the documentation when you commission the device for the first time.

8. Write down the identification data of the device.



3.3. Connect the device This chapter shows you how to connect MindConnect Nano to the power supply and to the internet (MindSphere).

3.3.1. Connect the power supply Requirement

• The protective conductor is connected. Refer to the chapter “Connecting the protective earth”.

• A two-core cable with a cable cross-section of 0.75 mm² to 2.5 mm² for the 24 VDC connection.

• A slotted screwdriver with a 3mm blade.

Note

The device should only be connected to a 24 VDC power supply which satisfies the requirements of safety extra low voltage (SELV) according to IEC/EN/DIN EN/UL 60950-1.

The power supply must meet the NEC Class 2 or LPS requirement in accordance with IEC/EN/DIN EN/UL 60950-1.

Procedure

1. Switch off the 24 VDC power supply. 2. Connect the cores of the power supply. 3. Insert the terminal at the indicated position.

Figure 3-2 Power supply



3.3.2. Connect device to networks The following options are available for integrating the device in existing or planned system environments and networks.

Figure 3-3 Interfaces of MindConnect Nano

• Use the Ethernet ports, which are displayed in the table, in order to connect MindConnect

Nano to your Asset and to MindSphere. • Insert Ethernet cable into the port labeled with X1P1.

Figure 3-4 Connecting the port X1P1 for internet

Nr. Enclosure Label Description Usage

1 X63 USB 2.0 port, high current. Required during onboarding process.

Configuration File on USB stick

2 PN/IE LAN X1 P1

RJ45 Ethernet connection 1 for 10/100/1000 Mbps

Access to the internet (to MindSphere)

3 PN/IE LAN X2 P1

RJ45 Ethernet connection 1 for 10/100/1000 Mbps

Access to the plant network (e.g. S7,OPC UA)



Note

During the onboarding process, only one USB stick is supported. Do not plug in more than one USB stick. The recommended USB port is the USB port with label X63.

It is recommended to connect your field asset via the port X2P1 (plant network) after the onboarding process.

3.4. Commission the device This chapter shows you how to commission MindConnect Nano.

3.4.1. General information on commissioning

CAUTION

Danger of burns

The surface of the device can reach temperatures of over 70 °C. Any unprotected contact may cause burns. Avoid direct contact during operation of the device. Touch the device only with appropriate protective gloves.

3.4.2. Switch on the device

Requirements

• The device connected to the power supply. • The network cables plugged in correctly.

Procedure

1. Set the on/off switch to position "I" (ON). The "PC ON/WD" LED lights up.

Figure 3-5 Set the switch to “ON”

3.5. Result You can onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere after connecting the interfaces of MindConnect Nano and switching it on. Proceed to the next chapter.



Onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere


4. Onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere 4.1. Overview This chapter describes the initial configuration of an Asset and MindConnect Nano in order to onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere.

To establish the initial connection between MindConnect Nano and MindSphere (onboarding), you have to configure an Asset and MindConnect Nano. Full configuration is not required for onboarding, although you can accomplish all steps in the Asset Configuration. To configure an asset for data collection, refer to chapter “Configure Data Collection”.

The respective data to be configured for onboarding is described in the following procedure.

Requirements

• MindConnect Nano connected to the internet and powered on. • The connection cable for the internet is correctly plugged into the Ethernet port for the

internet (MindSphere). • You have received the link to the MindSphere UI with credentials (user and password

data).

Procedure In order to onboard MindConnect Nano, proceed as follows:

1. Log into MindSphere. 2. Configure Asset Information. 3. Configure MindConnect Nano Information. 4. Configure Network Connection.

Note

If nothing else is configured manually, MindConnect Nano will try to obtain IP addresses for both adapters via DHCP. Please refer to the chapter “Configure MindConnect Nano” of this document.

5. Export the initial configuration to your local USB stick. 6. Insert the USB stick into the port of MindConnect Nano. 7. Connect Ethernet cable for data acquisition into the port X2P1 (Access for plant network).

Result

The initial connection between MindConnect Nano and MindSphere is established by transferring the configuration manually via USB stick. Any subsequent asset configuration will automatically be synchronized with the onboarded MindConnect Nano. The connection to the Asset is permanent and can only be cancelled by offboarding. For this purpose, refer to chapter “Offboard MindConnect Nano”.



4.2. Log into MindSphere • Log into MindSphere by clicking on the link, received per email from Siemens. • The MindSphere landing page for login will appear. • Log into MindSphere with personal login data and agree to the terms of use upon

reading them. • You will be redirected to MindSphere Launchpad.

Figure 4-1 MindSphere Launchpad

4.3. Configure Asset Information This chapter outlines how to configure an Asset.

To establish the initial connection of MindConnect Nano to MindSphere, you have to create an Asset and accomplish mandatory step – 1. Asset Information.

In order to create and configure a new Asset, proceed as follows:

• Go to MindSphere Launchpad, click Asset Configuration.



• Click + Add New Asset.

Figure 4-2 Creating a new Asset

• Specify Asset name, Asset Type, Asset ID and Description in Asset Information.

Figure 4-3 Specifying Asset Information

The Asset ID can freely be chosen.



4.4. Configure MindConnect Nano This chapter informs you how to configure MindConnect Nano information and network connection.

4.4.1. MindConnect Nano information Configure MindConnect Nano as follows:

• Go to MindConnect Nano Information. • Enter MindConnect Nano Unique ID outlined in red from the rating plate located on

the back panel of MindConnect Nano.

Figure 4-4 Configuring MindConnect Nano Information

• Proceed to the next step Network Connection

4.4.2. Network connection Network configuration of MindConnect Nano requires information on the Ethernet interfaces for MindSphere and for data acquisition. If your company uses a proxy server, it can also be configured to onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere. Contact your IT administrator for details on your local network settings.

To configure network configuration of MindConnect Nano, go to Network Connection in the Asset Configuration.

1. To configure interfaces for the internet access, go to Ethernet Interface for MindSphere Connection in the Network Connection:

• You can choose between DHCP or static IP address for access to the local internal network (DNS server is optional).

• If you choose DHCP, select the DHCP check box. See Option 1 in the image below.



• If you choose a static IP address, then enter the respective information for Ethernet Interface for MindSphere Connection to connect to MindSphere. See the Option 2 in the image below.

Figure 4-5 Configuring Ethernet Interface for MindSphere

2. To configure the interface for plant network, go to Ethernet Interface for Data Acquisition in the Network Connection:

• You can also choose between DHCP or an IP address for access to the connected Data Sources (S7 PLC 300/400 or OPC UA server).

• If you choose DHCP, select the DHCP check box. See the Option 1 in the image below

• If you choose a static IP address, enter the respective information for Ethernet Interface for Data Acquisition to establish the connection to your Data Source. See the Option 2 in the image below.



Figure 4-6 Configuring Ethernet for Data Acquisition

3. If required, you can configure a proxy server to onboard MindConnect Nano to MindSphere. Consult your company IT department if you need to configure a proxy.

To configure a proxy, go to Proxy:

• Select the Proxy check box. • Enter IP address and port of proxy server. • Enter user name and password, if required.

Figure 4-7 Configuring Proxy



Supported types of Proxy authentication are:

• Basic (User name + password) • Digest (User name + password) • Anonymous (No User name + password, leave it empty)

Proxy supports “https”, no SOCKS.

• To complete the configuration, click Save, and then click Save and Export to USB.

4.5. Transfer configuration to USB stick In order to transfer the configuration to the USB stick, proceed as follows:

• Download the configuration file for the Asset and duplicate it to the root directory of your USB stick.

Note

The USB stick has to be FAT32 formatted and may only contain a single partition. The configuration file in the USB stick is only valid for seven days.

• Switch on MindConnect Nano.

MindConnect Nano starts up.

• Make sure that Ethernet ports of MindConnect Nano are connected as described in chapter “Connect device to networks”.

The power LED light “PC ON/WD” on MindConnect Nano is GREEN.

Figure 4-8 LED “PC ON/WD”

• Insert the USB stick with configured Asset data into the USB port (X63) of MindConnect Nano.

MindConnect Nano recognizes the USB configuration and the LED light “RUN/STOP /L1” blinks ORANGE during configuration. The Onboarding status in Asset Configuration will be displayed orange for a short time.



MindConnect Nano receives configuration from USB and deploys it. The LED light “RUN/STOP /L1” will at first blink GREEN and then change to constant GREEN.

Figure 4-9 LED “RUN/STOP /L1”

If the LED light “RUN/STOP /L1” remains ORANGE, refer to chapters ”LED lights ” and “Troubleshooting”.

• Remove USB device from MindConnect Nano. • Check status in MindConnect Nano and Asset Configuration:

- Make sure that LED lights “PC ON/WD”, “RUN/STOP /L1” show a constant GREEN. MindConnect Nano is now successfully onboarded to MindSphere.

Figure 4-10 LEDs "PC ON/WD" and "RUN/STOP/L1"



- Make sure that the UI shows the status Onboarded and the status Online (internet connection between MindConnect Nano and MindSphere). Refresh of the Asset Configuration is required.

Figure 4-11 Onboarded and Online status

Note

If you make changes on the network configuration of already onboarded MindConnect Nano, these changes must be transferred to MindConnect Nano via USB stick.



4.6. Connect Port X2P1 After configuring your Asset, MindConnect Nano and transfering configuration via USB drive to MindConnect Nano, you can now insert the Ehternet cable for your plant network into the port labeled with X2P1.

• Insert the plant network cable into the port X2P1

Figure 4-12 Connecting Ethernet Port X2P1 for data acquisition

4.7. Result The initial connection between MindConnect Nano and MindSphere is established.

Once MindConnect Nano is onboarded, the logical connection to your Asset is permanent and your Asset for data collection can be configured. The Data Sources must be therefore configured. Additional configuration of the connected Asset will automatically be synchronized with your onboarded MindConnect Nano.

Configure Data Collection


5. Configure Data Collection 5.1. Overview This part of Getting Started shows how to establish data collection by configuring the data from the field in the Asset Configuration. This therefore necessitates full configuration of the data source.

Requirements

• A PC with internet access. • MindConnect Nano has internet connection • MindConnect Nano is onboarded • Valid credentials (user and password data) for MindSphere.

Procedure

To configure data to be collected from your Asset, proceed as follows:

1. Log into your MindSphere account. 2. Configure Data Source (OPC UA, S7). 3. Configure the Data Points collected by MindConnect Nano from the Asset.

Result

MindConnect Nano receives the configuration from MindSphere via an existing internet connection. The MindConnect Nano starts the data acquisition. The time series will be displayed in MindApps under Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer.

Note

When two different users edit the same asset at the same time (concurrently), the changes on the asset made by the last user will be saved.

There is no notification among the different users about the changes the other user has made.

5.2. Log into MindSphere Refer to the steps in chapter “Log into MindSphere” to log into MindSphere.

5.3. Configure Data Sources This chapter provides the information on configuring S7 and OPC UA Data Sources with their Data Points. In the Asset Configuration these Data Sources have different settings.

The number of Data Points is limited for both Data Sources (OPC UA, S7). A maximum of 110 Data Points per MindConnect Nano can be defined.



The following diagram provides the information on the relationship between Data Sources (OPC UA and S7) with reference data from the physical Asset and their configuration in MindSphere.

Figure 5-1 Asset Configuration

To configure Data Sources, proceed as follows:

• Go to MindSphere Launchpad, click Asset Configuration.

• Select your onboarded Asset and click symbol to edit your Asset.

Figure 5-2 Editing an Asset



• Go to Data Sources

Figure 5-3 Completing required step for data acquisition

Configure S7 Protocol

To configure S7 Protocol, proceed as follows:

• Click + Add Data Source. • Select S7 as Protocol • Enter Name for this Data Source • Go to Configuration and enter IP Address of S7.



Figure 5-4 Configuring S7 Address

Configuring Data Points to be monitored:

• Go to Data Points and click Add Data Point. • Enter specified NAME, UNIT, ADDRESS and STORE AS (for data type).of your data

to be monitored:



Figure 5-5 Configuring Data Points for S7

• To enter an address of Data Point in S7, see how it is located in the STEP 7. Refer to the official documentation of STEP 7 Engineering and UI -TIA Portal.

Figure 5-6 Configuring S7 data in the STEP 7 Engineering UI.

Note

Basic knowledge of S7 300/400 engineering is required. This documentation does not provide this knowledge. Please refer to the official S7/UI TIA-Portal documentation.

Refer to chapters “Overview of OPC UA data types” and “Overview of S7 data types” for detailed information on data types.



Configure OPC UA Protocol To define OPC UA as Data Source, follow these steps:

• Click + Add Data Source • Select OPC UA as Protocol • Enter Name for this Data Source • Go to Configuration and enter OPC Server Name, OPC Server Address.

Figure 5-7 Configuring OPC UA server

OPC Server Name can be freely chosen. You can specify an IP address for OPC UA Server Address, for example: opc.tcp://192.168.47.11:51210



To configure Data Point, proceed as follows:

• Go to Data Points. • Click Add Data Point. • Enter NAME, UNIT, ADDRES and STORE AS (for data type).

Figure 5-8 Configuring OPC UA Data Points

ADDRESS Configuration of Data Points

There are two options to address an OPC UA Data Point.

1. Direct addressing



NodeId:ns=7;s=PLC1.MachineData.Voltage

Figure 5-9 Direct addressing

2. Object path addressing

An object path capable OPC UA Client can be used to check the correct address. /opcua//Objects/1:SYM:/7:PLC1/7:MachineData/7:Power_AC1|serverURL:opc.tcp://192.168.0.14:55101

Figure 5-10 Object path addressing



Saving Data Source configuration After configuring your Data Sources with Data Points, confirm your configuration with Save:

Figure 5-11 Saving Data Source configuration

When saving an edited or changed asset, a dialog box appears informing you of the newly calculated MindSphere Units. You have to acknowledge this dialog box.

• Confirm Accept actual settings and save an Asset:

Figure 5-12 Confirming actual settings



5.4. Result MindConnect Nano receives the configuration from MindSphere via an existing internet connection. MindConnect Nano starts the data acquisition. You can go to the Fleet Manager, to see the time series of a configured Asset.

Perform visual analysis on an Asset


6. Perform visual analysis on an Asset 6.1. Overview This chapter describes how to monitor data of a selected Asset and perform visual analysis on an Asset in the Visual Analyzer.

Requirements

• MindConnect Nano is connected to the internet, onboarded and receives data from the field.

Procedure

To see the visualized data and perform further processing on an Asset, you can proceed as follows:

1. Monitor assets by configuring them in a line chart 2. Creating requests for threshold monitoring of variables

Result

The time series are displayed in MindApps under Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer. You can select a variable to see its values as well as analyze the status of your asset by use of requests.

6.2. Monitor Assets This chapter describes how to monitor data of a selected Asset in the Visual Analyzer. The Visual Analyzer can be opened from Fleet Manager, which shows variables of an Asset. After configuring an Asset for data collection, the time series can be seen in the line chart.

To configure the data for visualization in a line chart, follow these steps:

• Go to Fleet Manager in the MindSphere Launchpad. • Select an Asset to be monitored and click the symbol . • Click Visual Analyzer.

Figure 6-1 Opening Visual Analyzer



• To select a variable in the Visual Analyzer, click Variables.

Figure 6-2 Selecting a variable

A popup list appears.

• To see values of a variable, select a variable in this popup list. It is possible to select up to 10 variables.

Figure 6-3 Selecting a variable in the popup list



6.3. Configure Requests In this chapter, you get to know how to configure Requests.

There are two ways to configure a Request in the Visual Analyzer:

1. Create a Rule for automatically generating Requests: Rules are used to monitor a value and the system will generate a Request if the value exceeds or falls below a threshold (flank triggered).

2. Create Request manually, for example, to give information on a certain machine status or to

Request maintenance.

6.3.1. Create a Rule for automatic generating of Requests To create a Rule, proceed as follows:

• Go to Fleet Manager in the MindSphere Launchpad. • Select an Asset, that you want to monitor and click symbol . • Click Rules.

Figure 6-4 Creating a Rule for automatic Request

• Click + Add new rule to create a new rule. A wizard will lead you through the configuration.

Figure 6-5 Adding a new Rule



• Select Variable for monitoring and click Step 2.

Figure 6-6 Creating a rule - Step 1

• Select the Condition and enter a value, then click Step 3 to proceed.




• Set Request limitations, if required, then click Step 4 to proceed.


• In Prio select required priority (Urgent, Important and Information. • Type text for Description and Action, and then proceed to Step 5.




• Change Rule name if necessary. Click Save to activate the Rule.


6.3.2. Create a manual Request To create a manual Request, proceed as follows:

• Go to the Fleet Manager in the MindSphere Launchpad. • Select an Asset to be monitored and click . • Click Visual Analyzer. • Click Create Manual Request.

Figure 6-11 Creating Manual Request

• Configure Description, Action, Severity, Timestamp and Measuring Point for manual Request.



• Click Create to activate your Request.

Figure 6-12 Configuring Manual Request

6.4. Result The time series are displayed in MindApps under Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer. You can select a variable to see its values as well as analyze the status of your asset by use of requests.



Appendix


7. Appendix 7.1. Technical Specifications of MindConnect Nano

Functions

Field protocol – S7 Siemens S7 (for S7-3xx / S7-4xx / ET-200s PLCs)

Field protocol – OPC UA Part 8 of the OPC UA specification (Data Access)

Configuration of data collection With Asset Configuration tool in MindSphere

Data buffering Up to 500 MB buffering space for collected data

Proxy support Yes

DHCP support Yes

Security Connection outbound via HTTPS on port 443 to MindSphere only; no incoming connection accepted SSL/TLS encryption of data in transit to MindSphere

Installation type/mounting

Mounting DIN rail, wall mounting, portrait mounting

Design Box PC, built-in unit

Supply voltage

Type of supply voltage 24 V DC

Mains buffering

● Mains/voltage failure stored energy time 20 ms

Processor

Processor type Intel Celeron N2807

Drives

CFast 4 GB

Memory

Type of memory DDR3L

Main memory 2 GB

Interfaces

USB port 1x USB 3.0 / 3x USB 2.0

PCIe slot 1x PCIe x1 (Disabled)

Serial interface 1x COM (Disabled)

Video interfaces

● Graphics interface 1x DisplayPort (Disabled)

Industrial Ethernet

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● Industrial Ethernet interface 2x 1000 Mbit RJ45

Monitoring functions

Status LEDs Yes

Fan No

EMC

Interference immunity against discharge of static electricity

● Interference immunity against discharge of static electricity

±6 kV contact discharge acc. to IEC 61000-4-2; ±8 kV air discharge acc. to IEC 61000-4-2

Interference immunity to cable-borne interference

● Interference immunity on supply cables ±2 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-4, burst; ±1 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-5, surge symmetric; ±2 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-5, surge asymmetric

● Interference immunity on signal cables >30m ±2 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-5, surge, length > 30 m

● Interference immunity on signal cables < 30m ±1 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-4; burst; length < 3 m; ±2 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-4; burst; length > 3 m

Interference immunity against voltage surge

● asymmetric interference ±2 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-5, surge asymmetric

● symmetric interference ±1 kV acc. to IEC 61000-4-5, surge symmetric

Interference immunity against high-frequency electromagnetic fields

● Interference immunity against high frequency radiation

10 V/m for 80 - 1000 MHz and 1.4 - 2 GHz, 80% AM acc. to IEC 61000-4-3; 3 V/m for 2 - 2.7 GHz, 80% AM acc. to IEC 61000-4-3; 10 V for 10 kHz - 80 MHz, 80% AM acc. to IEC 61000-4-6

Interference immunity to magnetic fields

● Interference immunity to magnetic fields at 50 Hz

100 A/m; to IEC 61000-4-8

Emission of conducted and non-conducted interference

● Interference emission via line/AC current cables EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-6-4, CISPR 22 Class B, FCC Class A

Degree and class of protection

IP (at the front) IP40

IP (rear) IP40

Standards, approvals, certificates

CE mark Yes

UL approval Yes

● UL 508 Yes

cULus Yes

RCM (formerly C-TICK) Yes

KC approval Yes

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EMC CE, EN 61000-6-4:2007, EN 61000-6-2:2005

EN 61000-6-2 Yes

Dust protection Protection against foreign bodies > 1 mm

FCC Yes

Marine approval

● Germanischer Lloyd (GL) Yes

● American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Yes

● Bureau Veritas (BV) Yes

Ambient conditions

Ambient temperature during operation

● Ambient temperature during operation 0 °C up to 60 °C

● min. 0 °C

● max. 60 °C

Ambient temperature during storage/transportation

● min. -20 °C

● max. 60 °C

Relative humidity

● Relative humidity Tested according to IEC 60068-2-78, IEC 60068-2-30: Operation: 5% to 80% at 25 °C (no condensation), Storage: 5% to 95% at 25 °C (no condensation)

Vibrations

● Vibration load in operation Tested to DIN IEC 60068-2-6: 10 Hz to 58 Hz: 0.075 mm, 58 Hz to 200 Hz: 9.8 m/s² (1 g)

Shock testing

● Shock load during operation Tested according to IEC 60068-2-27: 150 m/s², 11 ms

Software

MindConnect Software Pre-installed MindConnect Software

Dimensions

Width 191 mm

Height 100 mm

Depth 60 mm

Appendix


7.1.1. ESD guideline

What does ESD mean?

An electronic module is equipped with highly integrated components. Due to their design, electronic components are highly sensitive to overvoltage and thus to the discharge of static electricity. Such electronic components or modules are labeled as electrostatic sensitive devices. The following abbreviations are commonly used for electrostatic sensitive devices:

• ESD – Electrostatic sensitive device, • ESD – Electrostatic Sensitive Device as a common international designation.

Electrostatic sensitive devices can be labeled with an appropriate symbol.

NOTICE

Damage to ESD from touch Electrostatic sensitive devices, ESD, can be destroyed by voltages which are far below the human perception limit. If you touch a component or electrical connections of a module without discharging any electrostatic energy, these voltages may arise. The damage to a module by an overvoltage can often not be immediately detected and only becomes evident after an extended period of operation. The consequences are incalculable and range from unforeseeable malfunctions to a total failure of the machine or system. Avoid touching components directly. Make sure that persons, the workstation and the packaging are properly grounded.

Charge

Every person without a conductive connection to the electrical potential of his/her surroundings can be electrostatically charged.

The material with which this person comes into contact is of particular significance. The figure shows the maximum electrostatic voltages with which a person is charged, depending on humidity and material. These values conform to the specifications of IEC 61000-4-2.

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NOTICE

Grounding measures

There is no equipotential bonding without grounding. An electrostatic charge is not discharged and may damage the ESD. Protect yourself against discharge of static electricity. When working with electrostatic sensitive devices, make sure that the person and the workplace are properly grounded.

Protective measures against discharge of static electricity

• Disconnect the power supply before you install or remove modules which are sensitive to ESD.

• Pay attention to good grounding:

- When handling electrostatic sensitive devices, make sure that persons, the workstation and devices, tools and packaging used are properly grounded. This way you avoid static discharge.

• Avoid direct contact:

- As a general Rule, do not touch electrostatic sensitive devices, except in the case of unavoidable maintenance work.

- Hold the modules at their edge so that you do not touch the connector pins or conductor paths. This way, the discharge energy does not reach and damage the sensitive components.

- Discharge your body electrostatically before you take a measurement at a module. Do so by touching grounded metallic parts. Always use grounded measuring instruments.

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7.1.2. Structure of MindConnect Nano interfaces MindConnect Nano is composed of all-metal enclosure, resistant to vibrations and shocks, also with electromagnetic compatibility and the following designed interfaces.

Designed interfaces

Figure 7-1 Interfaces of MindConnect Nano

1. Protective conductor connection 2. Connection for a DC 24V 1,8 A power supply- M /L+ NEC CLASS 2 3. USB 3.0 port, high current- X60 4. On/off switch 5. USB 2.0 port, high current –X61, X62, X63. (Port for Setup is X63) 6. RJ45 Ethernet connection 1 for 10/100/1000 Mbps–X1 P1- for Internet (to MindSphere) 7. RJ45 Ethernet connection 1 for 10/100/1000 Mbps - X2 P1– for Data Source

LED lights The LED lights statuses provide information on efficient self-diagnostics.

Figure 7-2 LED lights- bottom view 1

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Figure 7-3 LED lights- bottom view 2

Description of the LED lights

Name Status Description

PC ON/WD GREEN • Power on

ORANGE • System restart

L1-RUN/STOP

ORANGE

• No connection to proxy • No connection to MindSphere For explanation of possible problems and respective solution, please refer to the chapter “Troubleshooting”.

Blinking ORANGE • Connection to MindSphere is established

Blinking GREEN

• Onboarding is in progress

GREEN • MindConnect Nano is onboarded to MindSphere

L2 - ERROR Blinking ORANGE • Firmware update active

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L2 - ERROR

ORANGE

• No connection to Data Sources For explanation of possible problems and respective solution, please refer to the chapter “Troubleshooting”.

Blinking RED • Data loss For explanation of possible problems and respective solution, please refer to the chapter “Troubleshooting”.

RED • Firmware update error

L3 - MAINT

Blinking ORANGE

USB stick is active: • Installing USB configuration

ORANGE Onboarding failed: • System Error • Configuration file on the USB stick is not valid

Blinking RED • USB stick Error For explanation of possible problems and respective solution, please refer to the chapter “Troubleshooting”.

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7.2. Mounting MindConnect Nano

7.2.1. Permitted mounting positions and surrounding temperature The following mounting positions and surrounding conditional temperature are permitted.

• Horizontal mounting position

The horizontal mounting position is the preferred position.

Figure 7-4 Horizontal mounting position

• Vertical mounting position

Figure 7-5 Vertical mounting position

Note

> 50 °C: Install in RAL

RAL = Restricted Access Location - e.g. a lockable cabinet

• Free space around the device

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Ensure that the following clearance measurements to another component or to a wall of housing are complied with:

- Above the device: ≥ 50 mm - Below the device: ≥ 100 mm

7.2.2. Connecting the protective earth

Figure 7-6 Connecting protective earth

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7.2.3. Mounting types Note Ensure that the mounting surface on the wall can bear four times the total weight of the device, including fixing elements.

Use only the anchors and screws specified in the operating instructions.

The following mounting types of the device are possible:

• Mounting on rails

• Wall mounting

• Upright mounting

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7.2.4. Installing the cable strain relief The cable strain relief plate carries the cables and prevents unintentional loosening of the connector from the device. The cable strain relief is available as an accessory.

Procedure

Figure 7-7 Installing the cable strain relief

1. Insert the metal plate of the strain relief left and right into the second to the last notch left and right.

2. Secure the strain relief on the left and right respectively with an M3x8 setscrew. 3. After connecting, secure the connection cables with cable ties to the cable strain relief.

7.2.5. Installing Ethernet connector strain relief The Ethernet connector strain relief prevents accidental loosening of the Ethernet connector from the device. The Ethernet connector strain relief is available as an accessory.

Procedure

Figure 7-8 Installing Ethernet connection strain relief

1. Insert the metal plate of the Ethernet connector strain relief into the second and third to the last notch.

2. Fasten the Ethernet connector strain relief with 2 setscrews. 3. Secure the Ethernet connector with cable ties.

Appendix


7.3. Maintaining MindConnect Nano You find all the information on maintaining in the official IPC227E documentation. In the next chapter you can see the information on replacement of the backup battery.

7.3.1. Replacing the backup battery Prior to replacement

WARNING

Risk of explosion and release of harmful substances

Improper handling of lithium batteries can result in an explosion of the batteries.

Explosion of the batteries and the released pollutants can cause severe physical injury. Worn batteries jeopardize the function of the device.

Note the following when handling lithium batteries:

• Replace the battery every 5 years. • Replace the lithium battery only with the type recommended by the manufacturer. • The order number is A5E34345932. • Do not throw lithium batteries into fire, do not solder on the cell body, do not

recharge, do not open, do not short-circuit, do not reverse polarity, do not heat above 100°C and protect from direct sunlight, moisture and condensation.

NOTICE

Disposal of batteries and rechargeable batteries

Batteries and rechargeable batteries do not belong in domestic garbage. The user is legally obliged to return used batteries and rechargeable batteries.

Used batteries and rechargeable batteries pollute the environment as special waste. You as a user are liable for prosecution if you do not properly dispose of batteries and rechargeable batteries.

Please observe the following when disposing of batteries and rechargeable batteries:

• Dispose of used batteries and rechargeable batteries separately as hazardous waste in accordance with local regulations.

• You can return used batteries and rechargeable batteries to public collection points and wherever batteries or rechargeable batteries of the type in question are sold.

• Label the battery container "Used batteries and rechargeable batteries".

Requirements

• The device is disconnected from the power supply. • The device is opened. • The drive has been removed, see section "Replacing the drive" in the IPC 227E

Documentation.

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Procedure – removing

NOTICE

Time may be deleted

The time will be deleted if it takes you longer than 30 seconds to replace the battery. The device is no longer synchronous. Time-controlled programs will no longer run or will run at the wrong time. This may damage the plant.

Reset the time for the device.

Figure 7-9 Replacing the backup battery

1. Lift up the cover slightly and open it carefully. Do not damage the seal in the process. Lay the

cover aside next to the device. The battery cables should not be subjected to any pressure in doing so.

2. Pull out the connection plug of the battery cable. 3. Remove the battery with the attached Velcro from the Velcro fastener on the cover. Remove

also the Velcro fastener on the cover.

Procedure - installation

• To install the replacement battery, follow the steps for removing the battery in the reverse order. A Velcro fastener is provided with the replacement battery.

• Stick a Velcro fastener on the battery. • Replace the Velcro on the cover/enclosure. When sticking on the new Velcro, pay

attention to the position mark on the enclosure. • Attach the replacement battery with the Velcro to the Velcro on the cover/enclosure.

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7.4. Firmware Update of MindConnect Nano New firmware versions are regularly released to improve product performance. Before the firmware update starts, you will be notified e.g. per email.

• Firmware update runs on the computer automatically • During the firmware update data loss may occur. • During the update it is not recommended to configure or modify Asset in the Asset

Configuration. • Upon success, MindConnect Nano will automatically reboot the system. • In case of a failed update, please refer to chapter “Troubleshooting” of this Getting Started.

7.5. Asset Configuration

7.5.1. Overview of OPC UA data types The following table outlines the data types of the OPC UA Protocol and in Visual Analyzer of MindSphere.

OPC UA Data Types Store as

Boolean Bool

Byte Float

Int16 Float

UInt16 Float

Int32 Float

UInt32 Float

Int64 Float

UInt64 Float

Float Float

Double Float

String String

7.5.2. Overview of S7 data types The following table gives information on data types of the S7 in Asset Configuration of MindSphere.

S7 Data Types Data Type Address Example

Boolean Bool DB1.DBX0.0, M0.0

Byte Signed/unsigned (sINT, uINT) DB1.DBB0, QB0

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Int Signed (sINT) DB1.DBW0

Word Signed/unsigned (sINT, uINT) DB1.DBD0

DInt Signed (sINT) QD0

DWord Signed/unsigned (sINT, dINT, REAL) MD0

REAL REAL DB1.DBREAL0

7.5.3. List of measuring units In this chapter you can find the complete list of measuring units, which can be selected in Data Sources of the Asset Configuration.

Figure 7-10 Measuring units

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Table List of the measuring units

UNITS

" g/m2 l/m_.s MVA

% g/m3 l/min MW

%(m) g/mol lb mW

%(V) gai lb/Btu MWh

%O gai/l lb/gal N

%O(m) galUS lb/lbm N/m

%O(V) GAU lb/MB N/mm2

°C GJ lb/scf nA

°F GJ/m3 lb/ton ND

µA GJ/tm3 m nF

µF GJ/ton m.b_/s nm

µg/l GOhm m.Pa/s ns

µg/m3 GPHUS m/h Ohcm

µl GPMUS m/min Ohm

µm gro m/s Ohmm

µs h m/s2 One

µS/cm Hectar m_/kg oz

µSv/h hl m2 P

1/cm3 hPa m2/s Pa

1/M2 hrs m3 PAC

1/m3 Hz m3/d PAIR

1/min Inch2 m3/h PAL

A Inch3 m3/m3 Pas

acre J m3/s pF

AU J/kg mA ppb

Bag J/kgK MB/bbl ppb(m)

bar J/m3 MB/ton ppb(V)

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Bq J/mol mbar ppm

Bq/cm2 K mF ppm(m)

Bq/g K/min mg ppm(V)

Bq/kg K/s mg/cm2 ppt

Bt. kA mg/g ppt(m)

Bt/bbl kai/kg mg/kg ppt(V)

Bt/ft3 kBq/kg mg/l PrC

Bt/gal kg mg/m3 PRS

Btu/lb kg/bbl MHz ps

Can kg/dm3 mile ptUS

Car kg/J Mile2 qtUS

Case kg/kg min ROL

cd kg/kgm MJ s

Cl kg/m2 mJ S/m

cm kg/m2s ml ST

cm/h kg/m3 ml/m3 t

cm/s kg/MB mlai t/bbl

cm2 kg/mol mm t/Btu

cm3 kg/s mm/a t/Joul

cm3/s kg/scf mm/h t/m3

Crate kg/sm2 mm/s t/t

d kg/ton mm2 t/TJ

D kgai mm2/s t/tm3

Days kHz mm3 TBq

deg kJ mmol thou

dm kJ/g mmol/g ton

dm3 KJ/kg mMol/l ton/gl

Dr KJ/mol MN ug/c2m

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7.5.4. Asset handling This chapter describes how you can duplicate and delete an Asset.

Duplicate an Asset

You can duplicate an Asset with all configurations in order to create a new Asset. Such properties as Asset name, Asset ID, MindConnect Nano Unique ID and IP address must be adapted.

To duplicate an Asset, proceed as follows:

• Select the Asset that you want to duplicate form the list and then click symbol :

dz km mN/m V

EA km/h MOhm val

EU km2 mol VAM

EU/ml kmol mol/kg W

F kOhm Mol/l W/mk

Foot kPa mol/m3 Weeks

fozUS kt Months Wm2ppb

ft2 kV MPa yd

ft3 kVA mPa.s yd2

g KW MPGUS yd3

g/cm3 kwh ms yr

g/hg l mT

g/kg l/hkm MV

g/l L/hr mV

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Figure 7-11 Duplicating an Asset

• Adapt such properties as Asset name, Asset ID, MindConnect Nano Unique ID and IP address.

Note During duplicating an asset do not duplicate the static IP address in the Network Connection (see the image 7.11 below).The text box with IP address must be cleared out. The same IP address cannot be used for two assets.

Figure 7-12 Duplicateing an Asset

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Delete Asset

You can delete an Asset with its entire configuration. Data of this deleted Asset will not be uploaded to Visual Analyzer.

To delete an Asset, proceed as follows: • Select the Asset that you want to delete form the list and then click delete symbol:

Figure 7-13 Deleting an Asset

After an asset has been deleted, the MindSphere units will not be calculated any more from the first of the next month.

7.5.5. MindSphere Units for Data Modeling MindSphere Unit is the basis for invoice issued at the end of the month per asset and per used application.

The value of a MindSphere Unit will be indicated during the ordering of MindAccess and MindApps.

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In the Data Sources of Asset Configuration you can see the number of MindSphere Units calculated for the Data Model of each Asset:

Figure 7-14 MindSphere Units

The sum of calculated MindSphere Units depends on:

• Number of Data Points • Reading Cycle of a Data Point • Data types of Data Points

Number of Data Points

The more Data Points you configure, the more MindSphere Units will be calculated.

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Figure 7-15 MindSphere Units calculated per a Data Pont

Reading Cycle of a Data Points

The reading cycle of a Data Point affects the number of Units as well. For example, to read a Data Point each second costs more than to read a Data Point each 15 seconds.

Figure 7-16 MindSphere Units per reading cycle of 15seconds

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Data Types

The calculation of the MindSphere depends of different data types of a Data Point. Per reading cycle of 15 second one Data Point of data type “BOOL” costs only one MindSphere Unit (see the image 7-14 above), but Data Point of data type “STRING” makes about 6949 MindSphere Units.

Figure 7-17 MindSphere Units of data type “STRING”

Accepting MindSphere Units

When saving an Asset, a dialog box appears informing you about the newly calculated MindSphere Units. You have to acknowledge this dialog and thus to confirm your new configuration.

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Figure 7-18 Accepting MindSphere Units

Account Overview

You can see the overall MindSphere Units for an Asset per MindApp in "Account Overview".

Figure 7-19 Accepting MindSphere Units

There is table for available applications (MindApps Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer) and overall MindSphere Units per App for the configured Asset.

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7.6. Offboard MindConnect Nano You can offboard your MindConnect Nano in the following cases,

• If you want to connect it to a new Asset. • If you onboard a new MindConnect Nano to the same Asset (e.g. replacement) • If it is malfunctioning and needs to be replaced.

In order to offboard MindConnect Nano from MindSphere, follow these steps:

• Go to the MindConnect Nano Information • Click Offboard

Figure 7-20 Offboarding MindConnect Nano

Note

In general the offboarding process can take up to ten minutes. Therefore, do not turn off MindConnect Nano during this time, before the offboarding process is completed.

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7.7. User Account management The user accounts are managed in the Customer Management and OEM User Management. The user rights depend on the following types of roles.

• OEM Admin • OEM users • Customer

7.7.1. User rights

Launchpad /UI

Rights Description OEM Admin

OEM User

Customer

Asset Configuration

Create Asset Create and duplicate buttons are enabled

X

Delete Asset Delete button is enabled X

View Asset Configuration

Contains viewing of all areas of Asset Configuration

X X X

View MindSphere Units

X X

Change MindSphere Units

X

Modify Asset Information

Asset Name, Asset ID, Description can be changed X X

View Customer Information

Column in Asset List and Field in Asset configuration of Customer assignment is visible

X X

Modify customer Information

Assignment of asset to customer can be changed

X

Delete Time Series Data X

Modify location Asset location can be changed X X X

Modify Data Source Add, change, delete Data

Sources and Data Point X

Modify "Configuration" of Data Source

S7 Configuration (IP-Address) and OPC UA Configuration (Name, IP, Certificate, Authentication) can be changed

X X X

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Modify MindConnect Nano Information

MindConnect Nano Unique ID can be changed

X X X

Onboard of MindConnect Nano

On-/Off Boarding Process X X X

Modify Network

Ethernet ports of MindConnect Nano and Proxy can be changed

X X X

Export to USB stick

Configuration file can be generated

X X X

OEM User Management

View User View OEM user X X

Modify User Management of OEM users X

Account Overview

View account View Apps and MindSphere Units per App

X X

Modify Apps Management of Apps X

7.7.2. Create an OEM user and a customer user The OEM admin creates accounts for OEM users in the OEM User Management and accounts for customers in the Customer Management. After an account has been created, a user will receive an Email notification to activate his login credentials.

To create an OEM user, follow these steps:

• Go to the OEM User Management in MindSphere Launchpad. • Click Add new OEM User

Figure 7-21 Create OEM user

• Enter all required information for a user.

To create a customer, proceed as follows:

• Go to the Customer Management.

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• To create a customer, click Add new Customer.

Figure 7-22 Create Customer

• Enter all required information for a customer.

To create a user of the customer, proceed as follows:

• Select a Customer. • Go to User for Customer ‘C1’, click Add new Customer User.

Figure 7-23 Create a user of a customer

• Enter all required information for a user.

Note

When creating a user account (for OEM user or End customer), you have to assign an Email address in order to activate a user account.

You cannot create an OEM user and End customer account with already assigned Email address.

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All Email addresses to be entered on account creation need to be unique and may not be reused. An error message will appear when entering the already assigned Email address:

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7.8. Troubleshooting

Error Problem Possible cause Possible remedy

L1-RUN/STOP LED

ORANGE

MindConnect Nano cannot onboard to MindSphere

Network connection problem:

• Either IP address is not valid or configured IP address already exists in the network of MindConnect Nano

• Either disabled or invalid configured Proxy

• Interrupted Connection • IP address is configured via

DHCP, but there is no internet connection.

• Check your configuration connection: If configured IP and Proxy are valid

No internet connection

L2 - ERROR LED

ORANGE Although an Asset is onboarded, no time series are uploaded to the Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer.

• No connection to Data Source

• Check the connection between MindConnect Nano and Data Sources (Plant Network ports and cables - S7/OPC UA Server)

• The address of the Data Point configuration can be incorrect

• Check the connection between MindConnect Nano and Data Sources (Plant Network ports and cables - S7/OPC UA server)

• Check Data Sources configuration.

• Check configuration of each Data Point.

MindConnect Nano cannot onboard to MindSphere

• Incorrected Asset Configuration

• Not accomplished Asset Configuration (Network Connection)

• Check configuration of your Asset (Network Configuration).

• Invalid ID of MindConnect Nano

• Check if MindConnect Nano ID is correct.

L2- ERROR LED blinking RED

Data loss

• MindConnect Nano was too long offline, so it could not send data to MindSphere and the storage is full.

• Check outbound connection • Check Ethernet cables • Check Proxy (IP address,

User Authentication can be required)

L2- ERROR RED

Firmware update error

• Technical problems with a new version of firmware

• Certificate problems • Authentication problems etc.

• MindConnect Nano will automatically restart and then firm ware update will be carried out after a while.

• If MindConnect Nano does not restart automatically, restart MindConnect Nano by switching on and off the “power button” on MindConnect Nano.

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Error Problem Possible cause Possible remedy

L3- MAINT LED ORANGE

Onboarding failed

• Configuration file on the USB stick is invalid

• Make sure that the data on the USB stick still is valid. (The data, which you exported to the USB stick, is still valid only for 7 days.). If it is expired, use the Asset Configuration to export a new valid configuration to your USB stick.

• Check Asset Configuration and reconfigure, if it is required and export a new configuration to USB stick.

L3-MAINT LED blinking RED

Problems with USB stick

• Incorrect formatting of USB stick

• USB stick is damaged

• Check format and partition of the USB stick.

• Try a new USB stick

Although no LED lights will be shown except PC ON/WD with constant GREEN, MindConnect Nano still cannot be onboarded to MindSphere. Although the internet connection is OK.

Problems with USB stick:

• Configuration file in USB stick cannot be read or accepted by MindConnect Nano:

• Problems with configuration file

• Configuration file is located in an incorrect directory.

• Expired configuration file on the USB stick

• The configuration file is invalid or not copied to the USB stick

• Remove and plug an USB stick into MindConnect Nano

• Check the diagnosis file on the USB stick.

• Check the name of the configuration file. It must have MindConnect Nano ID. Do not change the name at download.

• Check if the directory is valid. (Configuration file must be in the root directory of the USB stick.)

• Make sure that the data on the USB stick still is valid. (The data, which you exported to the USB stick, is still valid only for 7 days.) If it is expired, use the Asset Configuration to export a new valid configuration to your USB stick.

System Error • Unknown • Switch MindConnect Nano off and on again. If the problem persists, contact your Siemens Support/„Expert Center“.


7.9. List of abbreviations

Abbreviation Description

GUI Graphical User Interface

HTTPS Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure

IP Internet Protocol

LAN Local Area Network

OPC UA Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture

PC Personal Computer

UI User Interface

S7 STEP 7

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8. Glossary Account Overview

In Account Overview you find a table with all available applications (MindApps Fleet Manager and Visual Analyzer) and overall MindSphere Units per App for the current Asset Configuration.

For more information on MindSphere Units refer to chapter “MindSphere Units”.

Asset

An Asset is a customer’s resource, a device or equipment for data monitoring by the customer. The Asset is a central part of industrial cloud technology. The data from the customer’s Asset will be collected and sent to MindSphere to make that data available for further processing and analytics. For collecting data of this “physical” Asset, a “virtual” Asset is configured in the Asset Configuration UI.

Asset ID

Asset ID is a serial number assigned by the manufacturer to a device, to which MindConnect Nano will be connected. After the Onboarding Process, MindConnect Nano is connected to this device. The serial number identifies the Asset to which the data belongs.

Asset Type

Asset type is a sort or kind of a product line made by one manufacturer. Example: SINAMICS, SIMATIC, SIMOTION, SINUMERIK etc. are Asset types of Siemens products.

Data Point

Data Point is in reference to an element of an Asset in Data Source and can be configured in the Asset Configuration.

Data Source

Data Source is a physical element of a device, which can be monitored by MindSphere. Example: OPC UA Server, STEP 7.

Event

An Event is a change of a Data Point state. Events are used for the Requests: Events are defined by

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a Rule. With a Rule it is possible to define the Request, which will be created in MindSphere when the Event is coming and/or going.

Besides the monitoring Rule, a description of the Event, the resulting action and priority can be lodged.

See also “Request”, “Rule".

Expert Center

Siemens department which administrates the user accounts: creates a new tenant, creates the initial structure for a new OEM user and end customer.

Last Connection

"Last Connection" gives the information, when MindConnect Nano was online for the last time. With a stable internet connection the communication between MindConnect Nano and MindSphere is established every 5 minutes.

MindApp Fleet Manager

Fleet Manager is a visualization tool to get an overview of existing Assets and their basic information in order, for example, to open further applications for the Asset (e.g. Visual Analyzer).

Fleet Manager displays the configured Assets in list form. Additionally a list of all Requests can be displayed.

By setting filters certain Assets and Requests can be searched for.

Fleet Manager enables the definition of Rules for generating Requests automatically.

For more information, refer also “Rule”, “Request”, and “Event".

MindApp Visual Analyzer

The Visual Analyzer is a visualization tool to analyze data of an Asset in detail and can be opened from the Fleet Manager. The Visual Analyzer can show variables of an Asset in a line-chart.

In the line-chart the values of variables can be displayed in different time frames.

Besides, the Requests of an Asset are shown in a list.

MindConnect Nano

MindConnect Nano is a preconfigured Industrial PC that allows connectivity to MindSphere. The

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purpose of MindConnect Nano is to collect data from the field and send it to MindSphere via industrial protocols such as OPC UA and S7. The device supports transmission of data encrypted through a secured internet connection to MindSphere to enable cloud-based applications and services.

Supported protocols are:

•TCP/IP

•Serial

MindConnect Nano can only be used in conjunction with MindSphere. It contains Open Source SW which is provided free of charge.

MindConnect Nano ID

MindConnect Nano ID is a unique serial number, which can be found on the enclosure of the box.

MindSphere Launchpad

MindSphere Launchpad is the entry point for the Asset Configuration, Fleet Manager and OEM-User-/ Customer Management.

MindSphere Asset Configuration

MindSphere Asset Configuration is a Web Graphical User Interface, where assets can be created, modified, duplicated and deleted.

The following Asset configurations are available:

• Common Information: name, type, description • Location: address and/or GPS coordinates • Data Sources – connected via Ethernet:

- SIMATIC S7-300/400 PLCs - OPC UA Server

• Data Points of Data sources with their properties as well as the definition of acquisition cycles from 1 second up to daily (in predefined time ranges).

• Network setting of MindConnect Nano (2 Ethernet ports and Proxy Server Settings) • Assigning assets to a customer.

MindSphere Units

MindSphere Units are the basis for calculation of invoice issued at the end of the month per asset and per used application.

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The sum of calculated MindSphere units in the Asset Configuration depends on:

• Number of Data Points • Reading Cycle of a Data Point • Data types of Data Points

The more variable (Data Point) you configure, the more MindSphere Units will be calculated for variable units.

The reading cycle of a Data Point affects the number of Units as well. For example, to read a Data Point each second costs more than to read a Data Point each 10 seconds.

The calculation of the MindSphere depends of different data types of a Data Point. Per reading cycle of 1 second one Boolean Data Point costs only one MindSphere Unit, but a string Data Point makes about 6949 MindSphere Unit.

Offboarding Process

The Offboarding process is the stopping process of the connection between MindSphere and MindConnect Nano.

The Offboarding process is required, when:

• new MindConnect Nano must be onboarded • changing Network Configuration

Before a new MindConnect Nano can be onboarded, the old MindConnect Nano must first be offboarded.

Onboarded/Offboarded Mode

Onboarded is the state of MindConnect Nano after successful Onboarding process. Offboarded mode is the mode of the MindConnect Nano after the Offboarding process.

Onboarding Process

The Onboarding process is required to connect a new MindConnect Nano with MindSphere. It basically consists of an authentication of the new device and an assignment to the owner's user space.

During the Onboarding process the first communication between MindConnect Nano and MindSphere will be established. That means that MindConnect Nano will be connected to an Asset. The onboarding process contains Asset and MindConnect Nano configurations and synchronization of these configurations to MindConnect Nano. After the onboarding process the changes on the Asset configuration can be done, if it is necessary.

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Online/Offline Mode

Online indicates internet connection, when the MindConnect Nano sends the data to the server. Offline mode means the absence of the internet connection and the MindConnect Nano does not send any data to the server.

Request

A Request can be created in order to trigger an Event. It will be triggered on the first exceeding value (flank trigger).

There are two scenarios for Requests:

1. You can configure a Request manually, if it recognizes an Event in the Visual Analyzer. 2. You can create a Rule for an automatic Request, if a Rule recognizes an Event.

Request contains:

• Description • Recommended action • Prio (Info, Important, urgent) • Timestamp • Assigned Asset

See also “Event", "Rule".

Rule

With Rules a user can configure an automatic monitoring of Data Points on Events. For example, a Request will be created automatically by the system, if a value exceeds or falls below a threshold. Rule(s) can be created for automatically generated Requests to the following Event conditions:

• Data Point < reference value • Data Point <= reference value. • Data Point > reference value • Data Point >= reference value. • Data Point = reference value.

Rules will be saved for the corresponding Asset. Duplicating of an Asset will not duplicate its Rules.

See also “Event", "Request".

Time Series

Time Series is a sequence of measurements, which are produced by Data Source over time. Analysis and visualization tools can retrieve collected time series and present it to the user after processing. In the Asset Configuration can be specified what measurements have to be collected.

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