New ProductsSeptember 21, 2023
Fully managed Industrial Ethernet switches
Rockwell Automation offers more functionality on the plant floor by releasing new, fully managed switches.
Stratix® 5200 fully managed Ethernet switches from Rockwell Automation have higher port speed options, all gig ports and still offer redundant and resilient system features, including DLR and PRP. The Stratix switches are easier to set up, configure and offer enhanced security features.
New Allen‑Bradley® Stratix 5200 fully managed switches offer various hardware configurations and features. These options give machine builders more value and flexibility.
Key features include:
- Expansion of higher port speed options with all gig SKUs
- Redundant and resilient architecture options that support fully managed and high performance switch tiers
- Simplified portfolio and switch selection that is streamlined for fully managed and high performance
Stratix 5200 managed switches are based on the Cisco® IOS® XE platform that includes a new graphical web user interface for improved performance, enhanced troubleshooting tools, fundamental disaster recovery features and customizable dashboards. They also align with Cisco Cyber Vision Sensor options and tie into Cisco TrustSec software for a defined segmentation approach. In addition, they offer fundamental protection against counterfeit hardware and software risks and additional encryption options.
The switches include a robust set of switching features to support a wide range of architectures and complies with international standards, such as IEC 62443-4-2 for cybersecurity, offers port security, and access control lists.