Pilz PITreader - 8.3 Manage certificates; 8.3.1 Managing certificates

Configuration
Operating Manual PITreader, PITreader Firmware V1.5.x
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4. Log in to the web application
a Right-click on Login in the top right corner and enter the user name and password.
Default credentials:
User name: admin
Password: <Serial number of the PITreader> (the serial number is on the bottom of the
device (see PITreader device view with base unit [ 9]).
After 5 failed attempts, login will be locked for 5 minutes.
5. Change initial password
The message “The default password has not been changed” is displayed. Change the
initial password under User -> Change password. Enter a secure password with at
least 8 characters (for features of a secure password see Security [ 12]).
6. Change network settings
To integrate the PITreader into an existing network, change the network settings of the
PITreader. The settings are adapted in the web application under Configuration ->
Settings. Click on Save to apply the changes.
7. Start web application with the new IP address
When the network settings have been changed the PITreader restarts and is then ac-
cessible under the new IP address.
8.3 Manage certificates
8.3.1 Managing certificates
The PITreader uses X.509 certificates to secure communication between the device and
the web application. By default the system uses a self signed server certificate. This certific-
ate is generated automatically by the PITreader.
To enable communication, the certificate is downloaded from the web application to the PC
and is checked by the web browser. If you use a self-signed certificate, you will be warned
that the connection is not secure when you try to establish a connection to the PITreader. In
order to establish a connection, you must add a security exception rule to your web
browser.
CAUTION!
Risk of data manipulation
Possible loss of data security.
You may add a security exception rule to your web browser only if you are
sure that you are communicating with the PITreader.
Alternatively you can download the current certificate for the PITreader’s HTTPS connec-
tion under Settings -> Certificate in the web application und import it into the web browser.
New certificates are generated when the PITreader is reset to its factory settings.
You can also upload a separate server certificate with private key.