Hirschmann sets new standards for network security and availability
December 2012
IT in Manufacturing
Belden has introduced the new PowerMice, the third generation of the modular industrial communication equipment family from its Hirschmann product portfolio. This modular switch for DIN rail mounting offers comprehensive network protection and for the first time incorporates security mechanisms that regulate network access and protect against attacks. These include port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, IP source guard, ingress/egress ACL, sFlow, storm control, automatic denial-of-service prevention and port access control via 802.1x including multi-client authentication, radius VLAN/policy assignment and guest/unauthenticated VLAN. Hardware redundancy methods such as PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol) and HSR (High Availability Seamless Redundancy) also ensure uninterrupted data communication. As a result, this IPv6-ready switch allows applications to be implemented where both an extremely high level of network security and network availability are required. It can also be seamlessly integrated into Profinet and EtherNet/IP environments. The integrated PoE Plus function allows for cost-effective power supply for terminal equipment.
The new PowerMICE is available in three basic versions for 12, 20 or 28 ports and comprises a switch unit with integrated backplane and a 4-port Gigabit Ethernet media module. Depending on the version, the switch can be individually fitted with up to six additional 4-port Fast Ethernet media modules for twisted pair cables, different optical fibre types or I/O functionality.
Media modules can be assembled quickly without tools using a click-in mechanism. Modules can be removed just by using a screwdriver to lift a tab attached to the switch. For applications that require a high level of vibration resistance, modules can also be fastened using screws.
The switch meets all relevant industry standards and also offers high shock and vibration resistance. The temperature range is 0 to +60°C with optional versions available for ambient temperatures from -40 to +70°C.
Power can be supplied via 18-60 V DC or 47-57 or 53-57 V DC. In addition, devices can be supplied with power via PoE Plus via the data cable. Depending on the power supply configuration, up to 120 watt can be supplied via the backplane of the switch.
The switch status can be monitored locally and detailed information can be displayed via a web browser. The integrated SNMP interface offers an additional centralised management function that makes it possible to use network management software such as Industrial HiVision. Configuration and diagnostics can be carried out with HiDiscovery, IHV or via a web interface.
For more information contact Fons de Leeuw, Profitek, 086 165 4321, [email protected], www.profiteksa.com
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