Hirschmann RSP ethernet switches with zero switchover time redundancy

Hirschmann RSP ethernet switches offer redundancy with zero switchover time. They are designed for use in the field-level networks of power supply companies, but they also can be used in any situation where uninterrupted communication is required.

These robust fanless switches have eleven ports, three of which can be used for SFP transceivers. They support Fast (100base-FX) or - optionally - Gigabit ethernet (100/1000base-FX). The remaining eight ports can be used either for 100base-TX or as a combination of four SFP transceivers and four TX ports.

Additional features include comprehensive management, diagnostic and filter functions plus a variety of redundancy methods and expanded security mechanisms.

In addition to the standard configuration, Hirschmann also offers a version that supports highly precise synchronisation compliant with IEEE 1588v2, plus PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol) and HSR (High-availability Seamless Redundancy). This means that it is possible to implement networks that guarantee uninterrupted data communications with the attached systems and can thus - in the case of the electricity supply industry - guarantee reliable power supplies to end customers at all times.

These switches have high vibration resistance and extensive resilience to magnetic fields and electrostatic discharges. Redundancy methods such as PRP, HSR and PRP/HSR Redundancy Box, RSTP, MRP and Fast MRP ensure a high level of network availability.

Mounted on DIN rails, the switches can easily be activated by plug-and-play and feature sturdy, compact stainless steel housings measuring 100W x 164H x 116D mm.