Belden’s industrial firewalls gain flexibility and security

October 2014 IT in Manufacturing

Belden has updated its Hirschmann multi-port firewalls – the EAGLE20-0400 and EAGLE30-0402 – to offer additional flexibility of deployment, as well as state-of-the-art security functionality. With new router redundancy and wide area network (WAN) interface, the family helps achieve maximum network availability and security in any industrial setting.

Through the newest enhancement – support for symmetrical high-speed digital subscriber line (SHDSL) connections – customers can now transmit network control and monitoring data over traditional copper telephone lines, in addition to Ethernet cabling.

“These devices are highly-scalable and they’re built to order from the factory, allowing our customers to select the various combination of ports they need to meet their network’s requirements,” says product manager Vinod Rana. “There are up to eight ports available and users can select from Fast Ethernet, Gigabit, and now, SHDSL ports.”

To support the enhancements, Belden has also introduced the next version of its operating software: the Hirschmann Security Operating System (HiSecOS) Version 1.2. This software heightens network performance and adds more robust security features for the firewalls. Among other features, it now offers:

* Additional router redundancy protocols, specifically virtual router redundancy protocol (VRRP).

* Support for up to two SHDSL interfaces.

* Enhanced security, including intrusion protection and access control list (ACL)-based counters and filters.

* Small form-factor pluggable (SFP) support for gigabit twisted pair cables.

Due to its robust design and hardened casings, the Hirschmann EAGLE20/30 is able to operate in any industrial setting, particularly in the automotive sector. Their extended operating temperature range also makes them relevant for the oil and gas, food and beverage, water and wastewater and transportation industries.

For more information contact Fons de Leeuw, Profitek, 086 165 4321, [email protected], www.profiteksa.com

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