Recommendations for Protecting Access Through IEEE 802.15.4 Wireless Technology (MasterPacT MTZ)

Functions Accessible Through IEEE 802.15.4 Wireless Technology

Using IEEE 802.15.4 wireless communication, you can monitor data from the MicroLogic Active AP/EP control unit from a Panel Server Advanced (PAS800), Panel Server Universal (PAS600) or Panel Server Entry (PAS400).

NOTE: IEEE 802.15.4 wireless technology is not available in MicroLogic X control units.

Prerequisites for Establishing an IEEE 802.15.4 Connection

The prerequisites to establishing an IEEE 802.15.4 connection are:

The Panel Server must be turned on.
The MicroLogic Active AP/EP control unit and Panel Server must be in close proximity.
For selective pairing, you must provide the IEEE 802.15.4 ID, displayed on the Go2SE landing page or the MicroLogic Active display screen.

For detailed procedures on how to establish an IEEE 802.15.4 connection, see the Commissioning chapter of the MasterPacT MTZ Circuit Breaker with MicroLogic Active Control Unit User Guides.

General Recommendations for Protecting Access Through IEEE 802.15.4 Wireless Technology

To protect access to functions accessible through IEEE 802.15.4 wireless technology, it is recommended to:

Install the MasterPacT MTZ circuit breaker in a locked area so that only authorized personnel can access the MicroLogic Active control unit.
Keep that area locked at all times.
Give the key or access code to authorized personnel only.

For further information on protecting access to the MasterPacT MTZ circuit breaker, refer to Implementing a Restricted Access Policy.

Recommendations for Using IEEE 802.15.4 Wireless Technology

IEEE 802.15.4 wireless communication is vulnerable to disruption by unauthorized radio emissions in the operating environment. To protect access to functions accessible through IEEE 802.15.4 wireless communication, it is recommended that:

The MicroLogic Active AP/EP control unit is not connected to malicious networks.
The IEEE 802.15.4 network is checked regularly to ensure that all devices are valid.
The IEEE 802.15.4 network is repaired if any device is invalid.
The commissioning of IEEE 802.15.4 wireless devices is done in a place secure from rogue radio transmitters, such as an administrator room.
Pairing must be done only when necessary and in a secure area.

Recommendations for Using Panel Server

Refer to the Cybersecurity Recommendations chapter of DOCA0172•• EcoStruxure Panel Server - User Guide.