MOXA Ethernet switches are industrial-grade networ...

MOXA Ethernet switches are industrial-grade networking devices specifically designed for harsh environments and mission-critical applications. They offer robust, reliable, and secure communication infrastructure for industries like manufacturing, power utilities, transportation, oil & gas, and smart cities. Here’s a comprehensive overview of MOXA Ethernet switches: 🔧 What is a MOXA Ethernet Switch? A MOXA Ethernet switch is a ruggedized network switch used to connect multiple Ethernet devices in an industrial setting. These switches support a range of features from unmanaged plug-and-play connectivity to advanced managed switch capabilities with real-time monitoring, redundancy, and cybersecurity features. 🔹 Types of MOXA Ethernet Switches Switch Type Description Common Series Unmanaged Switches Basic, plug-and-play. No configuration required. Best for simple networks. EDS-200/300 Series Managed Switches Offer VLANs, QoS, SNMP, redundancy, diagnostics, and security. EDS-400/500 Series, IKS Series Layer 2 Managed Standard switching with advanced control features. EDS-G500E, IKS-6728A Layer 3 Managed Support for routing between VLANs/subnets. ICS-G7826A, IKS-G6824A PoE/PoE+ Switches Supply power and data over Ethernet to devices like IP cameras or wireless APs. EDS-P510, EDS-G205A-4PoE Rackmount/Modular High port density, modular expansion, for data centers or large plants. PT-7728, MDS-G4000 Series DIN-Rail Mount Compact, for control cabinets and panel installation. EDS-200, EDS-500 Series ⚙️ Key Features of MOXA Ethernet Switches Feature Details Industrial Design Wide operating temp (-40°C to 75°C), vibration resistance, IP30/IP67 enclosure Redundancy Turbo Ring, Turbo Chain, RSTP/STP for <20 ms recovery time Network Security IEEE 802.1X, ACL, MAC filtering, port security, RADIUS/TACACS+ Network Management Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, MXview NMS, Syslog, LLDP, Port Mirroring Time Synchronization IEEE 1588 PTP for precise industrial timekeeping Power over Ethernet Supplies up to 30W per port (PoE+) for powering devices Certifications IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613 (substations), EN 50121 (rail), Class I Div 2 (hazardous) 📦 Popular MOXA Ethernet Switch Series 🔸 EDS-200 Series (Unmanaged) 5–16 ports, compact DIN-rail 10/100/1000 Mbps options Ideal for simple networks 🔸 EDS-400 Series (Managed) 6–18 ports, DIN-rail Gigabit combo ports Redundant Ethernet features 🔸 IKS-G6524A / PT-7728 (Modular Layer 3) Modular chassis Hot-swappable modules Designed for power & transport networks 🔸 MDS-G4000 Series (High Performance) IEC 61850-3 certified Layer 2/3 switch Modular, rack/DIN-rail, up to 14 slots 🏭 Industrial Applications Factory Automation: Connect PLCs, HMIs, sensors in production lines Power Substations: IEC 61850-certified switches for SCADA and RTU networks Railway Systems: EN 50155-certified models for onboard Ethernet Oil & Gas: Class 1 Div 2 switches for hazardous locations Smart Cities: PoE switches for surveillance, traffic systems 🛠️ MOXA Software Ecosystem MXview: Network management tool for topology, monitoring, and diagnostics. MXconfig: Mass configuration utility for deploying switches in bulk. MOXA Turbo Ring/Turbo Chain: Proprietary fast redundancy technology (<20 ms failover). Web GUI & CLI: Easy switch configuration and monitoring.