Cisco Switch Catalyst 9500

Cisco Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches: Powering Industrial Networking

The Cisco Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches are purpose-built to withstand harsh industrial environments while providing reliable and secure connectivity. With their industrial-grade design, advanced features, and comprehensive management capabilities, they are the ideal choice for industrial networking deployments.

Key Features:

• Rugged Design: The Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches are designed to operate reliably in extreme temperatures, high vibrations, and dusty environments, ensuring uninterrupted network connectivity in challenging industrial settings.
• Advanced Security: They incorporate robust security features, including port security, access control lists (ACLs), and network segmentation, to protect critical infrastructure and prevent unauthorized access or data breaches.
• Resilient Connectivity: The switches offer redundant power supply options, dual redundant uplinks, and fast convergence protocols, ensuring high availability and rapid network failover in mission-critical applications.
• Comprehensive Management: They support Cisco Industrial Network Director (IND) and Cisco DNA Center for centralized management, configuration, and monitoring of industrial networks, providing enhanced visibility and control.
  
  

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Qn.1 What are the primary use cases for Cisco Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches? 

Ans. These switches are specifically designed for industrial applications, including manufacturing plants, transportation systems, oil and gas facilities, and utility networks.

Qn.2 Do the switches support PoE/PoE+ for powering industrial devices? 

Ans. Yes, certain models of the Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches support Power over Ethernet (PoE) or Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), enabling the power supply to connected devices over the Ethernet cable.

Qn.3 What industrial protocols do the switches support? 

Ans. The switches support various industrial protocols such as EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP, and DNP3, allowing seamless integration with industrial automation and control systems.

Qn.4 Are these switches certified for industrial standards? 

Ans. Yes, the Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches comply with industrial standards such as IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, and NEMA TS2, ensuring their reliability and suitability for industrial environments.

Qn.5 Can the switches be deployed in hazardous locations? 

Ans. Cisco offers specific models of the Industrial Ethernet 4000 Switches with Class 1, Division 2 (C1D2) certification for deployment in hazardous locations where flammable gasses or vapors may be present.