The Siemens 6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3 is a sophisticated managed industrial Ethernet switch designed to facilitate reliable communication within complex automation systems. This switch is engineered to support a wide range of protocols and offers advanced network management capabilities, making it an ideal choice for integrating into PROFINET IO environments.
With its compact design, measuring 60 x 124 x 125 mm, the switch is suitable for space-constrained applications and can be easily mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail, a wall, or an S7-300 rail. The unit is equipped with four 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports and two 100 Mbit/s single-mode BFOC ports, providing flexibility for both electrical and optical connections.
The switch's robust construction ensures it can operate effectively in a wide range of temperatures, from -40 to +60°C, making it suitable for challenging industrial environments. It also features a redundant power supply system to enhance reliability and minimise downtime in the event of a power supply failure.
For network diagnostics and maintenance, the 6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3 offers comprehensive features such as port diagnostics, packet statistics, and error statistics. It supports various management and configuration protocols, including CLI, SNMP v1/v2/v3, HTTPS, and more, allowing for secure and efficient network management.
The switch's integrated redundancy manager and support for redundancy protocols like High Speed Redundancy Protocol (HRP) and Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) ensure continuous communication within the network, which is critical for applications where uninterrupted data flow is paramount.
Overall, the Siemens 6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3 managed IE switch is a reliable and versatile component for modern industrial networks, offering the necessary features to maintain a secure, efficient, and resilient communication infrastructure.