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SCALANCE X  - Ethernet Switches

SCALANCE X is a product family available from SIMATIC NET, which comprises Industrial Ethernet switches. Switches are active network components, which distribute data to the relevant adressee in a targeted manner. The SCALANCE X product group consists of various modular product lines, which are matched to the appropriate automation tasks.

SCALANCE X005 - Entry Level
If you are looking for a cost-effective solution for building small star or linear topologies with switching functionality in machine or plant islands - then the Entry Level Switch X005 in the SCALANCE X product range is just what you need! The SCALANCE X005 is an unmanaged switch with a robust metal housing (IP30 protection), which offers automatic transmission speed recognition through autosensing.
Space-saving housing concept for installation in the control cabinet, on a 35mm standard mounting rail, S7-300 rail, or for mounting directly on the wall.

  • 5 electrical 10/100Mbits RJ45 ports
  • Diagnostic LED's provide information on power, link status, and data traffic.
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SCALANCE X-100  Unmanaged
You want to set up an industry-standard, reliable network solution in a harsh industrial environment and you can do without unnecessary equipment details for a cost-effective solution; then you are right on target with the switches of the unmanaged SCALANCE X-100 product line!
  • Mulitport switches, 8, 12, 16, 24 electrical 10/100Mbits RJ45 ports
  • Versions with 1 or 2 optical ports which can alos be used to implement transitions for electrical to optical sections.
  • Redundant pwer supply (DC)
  • Signalling contact for reporting fault conditions to a PLC.
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SCALANCE X-200 Managed
SCALANCE X-200 enables permanent monitoring of network components by means of signaling contact, Web browser, PROFINET diagnostics or SNMP network management.
The advantage to you: problems can be quickly identified and corrected by both the network administrator and the programmable controller.
Open circuits can be quickly pinpointed using the Web browser and the fault location displayed right down to the meter thanks to copper line diagnostics.
With SCALANCE X200, the configuration data are automatically saved on a Configuration Plug (C-PLUG). When a failed device is replaced, the C PLUG need only be plugged into the replacement device. The replacement device uses the same device configuration as the device that was removed.
The SCALANCE X208PRO Industrial Ethernet switch is the IP65 version for control cabinet-free installation.

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SCALANCE X-200IRT Managed for Industrial Real Time
To cover all automation requirements, SIMATIC NET with SCALANCE 200IRT offers the the first Industrial Ethernet real-time switch with innovated housing concept and integral ERTEC (Enhanced Real-Time Ethernet Controller). Response times can be achieved using standard components which correspond to the performance of current fieldbus systems. High-performance, isochronous Motion Control applications can be implemented with IRT. In addition to the proven industrial features of the SCALANCE X-200 product range, the SCALANCE X204IRT switch includes an integral redundancy manager. 
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SCALANCE X-400 Modular
SCALANCE X-400 offers everything you expect from switches to permit their use in high-performance networks which already today need to be ready for the high demands of the future. This includes, for example, Gigabit data rates and a high number of ports. The modular structure means that the switches can be precisely adapted to the specific task specification. Support of Office standards makes the smooth integration of automation networks in existing Office networks possible. 

The SCALANCE X-400 consists of the Industrial Ethernet switches SCALANCE X414-3E or X408, media modules supplementing the switch with optical ports, and extenders for increasing the number of ports. 10/100/1000 Mbit for Twisted Pair and fiber-optic conductors are supported. Hot swapping of the media modules and extenders is possible. Already the comprehensive basic configuration includes up to 4 Gigabit Ethernet Twisted Pair ports for connecting the SCALANCE X-400 switches and up to 12 integrated Fast Ethernet Twisted Pair ports.

 

 

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SCALANCE S for Industrial Security
  The SCALANCE S security modules are the core of the groundbreaking security concept from Siemens for protecting networks and data. The SCALANCE S protection function controls all data traffic to and from the cell. Like network components, the security modules are simply connected upstream from the devices which are to be protected.
PLCs are protected without having to possess their own security functions. Equipping all PLCs with their own security functionality is not meaningful from a technical point of view nor is it economical. The cell concept, on the other hand, offers a very efficient way to also protect existing networks.
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