Moxa has unveiled its IKS-6728-4GTXSFP and the IKS-6726-2GTXSFP, two best-value rack mount modular managed Ethernet switches that deliver Gigabit performance in mission-critical applications such as ITS, oil & gas and railway. These switches include key industrial certifications so integrators can build an industrial-grade network that spans from the field to the control room.
“Industrial network integrators and operators are beginning to realise that sometimes commercial-grade hardware is simply not enough in mission-critical applications. A network with hardened, industrial-grade performance on the edge layer but not on the distribution is a network with a glaring vulnerability,” explained Gary Chang, product manager at Moxa. “The IKS switches introduce industrial ruggedness and industrial redundancy to the distribution layer, so that the entire network is more reliable.”
Network redundancy with up to 4 Gigabit ports
The IKS-6728-4GTXSFP is a modular switch with 24 Fast Ethernet and 4 Gigabit ports, allowing more flexible Gigabit configurations such as redundant Gigabit rings in addition to redundant Gigabit uplinks. The more cost-effective IKS-6726-2GTXSFP supports 2 Gigabit ports, but comes in the new housing, which is a more compact, space-saving design that leaves more rack space in the rear of the rack for potential double-rack installations.
System integrators can customise both of the IKS modular switches with IM-6700 modules to achieve a configuration of Fast Ethernet ports tailored for the specific application. By customising which modules are installed, the IKS series switch will possess the exact combination of different media types needed for a given application.
Other product features include:
* Turbo ring, turbo chain, RSTP/STP and MSTP for network redundancy.
* Isolated redundant power inputs with universal 24/48 VDC or 110/220 VAC power supply.
* Compliant with EN 50121-4, NEMA TS2, DNV and C1D2 industrial standards for trackside, ITS, maritime and oil & gas applications.
* Modular design for customised media combinations.
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