Announcement : Precautions for use of NS Web Interface (reffered to as "the function") of Omron NS series programmable terminal (PT)
June 1,2018
When you use the function with NS series PT, it is necessary to block unauthorized access from the outside.
We strongly recommend our customers to take the measures described below.
For IP address assignment
NS series PT is meant to be used within an intranet.
It is not recommended to assign a global IP because it may cause the danger such as unauthorized access.
Use the function with an intranet, or, if remote access is necessary, implement adequate measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Omron assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss, damage and expense resulting from infection of our products, installed softwares, any computer devices, computer programs, network, and databases with the followings:
- DDoS attack (distributed DoS attack),
- Computer virus and other technically harmful program, and
- Unauthorized access
For password setting for the function
When you use the function, your NS series PT is always protected by a password.
To activate password protection for Monitor function, enable User Authentication of Monitor Setting in Configuration/Menu of the function.