November 13, 2008 – RuggedCom released a high density industrially hardened Ethernet switch, the RuggedSwitch RSG2300. The RSG2300 will address the needs of large mission critical networks found in substation automation for electric utilities, intelligent transportation systems, and advanced control and automation for industrial processes.
RuggedSwitch RSG2300 product features:
- Up to 32 Fast Ethernet Ports (24 Copper + 8 Copper or 8 Fiber)
- Configurations with up to 4 Gigabit Fiber Ports Available
- RuggedRated for Harsh Environments
- Advanced Managed Ethernet Switch Functions
- Integrated Cyber Security Features As with all RuggedCom products, the RuggedSwitch RSG2300 is RuggedRated for harsh environments.
RuggedRated products meet or exceed a wide range of industry standards; provide a high level of immunity to electromagnetic interference and heavy electrical surges (IEC 61850, IEEE 1613); feature a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C (no fans); can be powered from a variety of sources (24VDC, 48VDC, 88-300VDC/85-264VAC); and have high MTBFs and reliability characteristics.
In addition, the RSG2300 can be configured with a dual parallel load sharing power supply which increases the overall network reliability and reduces downtime.
All of these features allow the RuggedSwitch products to be placed in almost any location for great installation flexibility.
“As more automation equipment becomes Ethernet enabled, higher density Ethernet switches are required to accommodate this proliferation of new devices.
The RuggedSwitch RSG2300 fills this need and reduces the number of network infrastructure products needed to support the large network," explains Roger Moore, VP of Engineering for RuggedCom.
About RuggedRated:
The RuggedRated specification establishes a set of criteria that networking and communications devices must meet in order to ensure reliable operation within harsh environments.
The RuggedRated symbol identifies products that have been specifically designed to meet these criteria.
About RuggedCom Inc.:
RuggedCom is a leading provider of rugged communications networking solutions designed for mission-critical applications in harsh environments.
RuggedCom's technology solutions include Ethernet switches, network routers, wireless devices, serial servers, media converters, software and professional services.
RuggedCom's products are designed for use in harsh environments such as those found in electrical power substations and “Smart Grids,” intelligent transportation systems, industrial process control and military applications.
