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1.3.1 Product changes
Modifications to hardware and firmware of the device are not permitted.
Incorrect operation or modifications to the device can endanger your safety or damage the
device. Do not repair the device yourself. If the device is defective, please contact
Phoenix Contact.
1.4 Safety notes
1.5 Industrial security
Connecting devices to a network via Ethernet entails the danger of unauthorized access to
the network.
If possible, deactivate unused communication channels.
Assign passwords such that third parties cannot access the wireless module and make
unauthorized changes.
Due to its communication interfaces, the wireless module should not be used in safety-
critical applications unless additional security appliances are used.
Please take additional protective measures in accordance with the IT security requirements
and the standards applicable to your application (e.g., virtual networks (VPN) for remote
maintenance access, firewalls, etc.) for protection against unauthorized network access.
On first request, you shall release Phoenix Contact and the companies associated with
Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Flachsmarktstrasse 8, 32825 Blomberg in accordance
with §§15ff. AktG (German Stock Corporation Act), hereinafter collectively referred to as
“Phoenix Contact”, from all third-party claims made due to improper use.
For the protection of networks for remote maintenance via VPN, Phoenix Contact offers the
mGuard product range as security appliances, which is described in the latest Phoenix
Contact catalog (phoenixcontact.net/products).
Additional measures for protection against unauthorized network access can be found in
the AH EN INDUSTRIAL SECURITY application note. The application note can be
downloaded at phoenixcontact.net/products.
CAUTION: Noise susceptibility of medical equipment
This device emits radio frequency (RF) energy in the ISM (Industrial, Scientific, Medical)
band. Make sure that all medical devices used in proximity to this device meet appropriate
noise susceptibility specifications for this type of RF energy.
NOTE: Electrostatic discharge
This product contains parts that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Take
appropriate protective measures against electrostatic discharge.
NOTE: Risk of unauthorized network access
To prevent unauthorized network access, please read the following notes.
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