Hirschmann Ethernet Switches

FAQs

What Hirschmann Ethernet switch product families are available and do they come with their power supply unit?

Hirschmann offers various Ethernet switch product families, including the RS20, RSP, GREYHOUND, and MACH1000 series; the inclusion of a power supply unit depends on the specific model and configuration.

Does Belden/Hirschmann offer full gigabit Ethernet switches for any kind of application?

Belden's Hirschmann brand offers a comprehensive range of full Gigabit Ethernet switches designed to meet the demands of various industrial applications. The OCTOPUS Full Gigabit Ethernet Switches, for instance, provide IP65/67-rated protection, making them suitable for harsh environments such as transportation and manufacturing.

4 things to consider when selecting Ethernet switches

Should the switch be managed or unmanaged? 

Unmanaged switches receive data from connected devices and route it to the desired destination. Managed switches perform the same functions as unmanaged switches, with the added benefit of being able to configure, manage and monitor the Local Area Network (LAN).

What types of devices will be connected to the switch and do they require power? 

If the devices require power, a Power Over Ethernet (POE) switch will be needed. This type of switch provides power to the devices that are connected to it, as long as those devices are designed for the same type of power. This is very common in IP cameras and surveillance equipment.

How many devices will connect to the switch? 

Ensure that the switch has enough available ports to accommodate all devices, with spare ports available for future expansion. 

How much data will the switch transfer? 

If the switch is going to handle large amounts of data, it is going to need to operate at high enough speeds to accommodate it. The most common options are Fast and Gigabit. Fast allows up to 100 megabytes per second to be transferred, while Gigabit allows up to one Gigabit per second.