COVER ARTICLE
S
iemens’ RuggedCom RX15xx family is a range of Layer 2 and
3 switching devices, ideally suited for the utility, industrial,
military and ITS industries. Boasting a modular, field replace-
able platform, the RX15xx family allows customers to select the
customised modules that will work to their requirements, whilst
allowing quick and easy expansion or changing of modules. A large
variety of available modules, including various LAN and WAN ports
as well as SERIAL modules, means that the unit can be customised
to fit almost any application.
Dual power supplies allow for an increased level of hardware re-
dundancy, with the option to run the supplies in either a load-sharing
or a failover configuration (Software selectable). The unit meets or
exceeds relevant standards and has compliance with IEC61850-3.
RuggedCom’s ZPL (Zero Packet Loss) compliance means that the unit
is perfectly suited for high EMI environments such as substations or
power plants. Along with a high operating temperature range (-40°C
to +85°C without the need for fans) and the option for conformal
coating (coating of PCBs with a silicon layer to protect against dust
and humidity), this hardware is suited for most harsh environments.
The unit can be ordered as either a standard layer 2 switch, or
as a layer 3 option. The layer 2 unit will provide a high port density
switch that can handle a large amount of traffic, without any routing
or firewall options. If the routing functionality is required the layer
3 option will provide advanced firewall and router functionality, as
well as dynamic routing options such as BGP and RIP. A third option,
layer 3 security edition, provides IPSec and VPN functionality over
and above the functionality offered by a standard layer 3 device.
RuggedAPE
The RuggedAPE (Application Processing Engine) is an industrial PC
module that can be inserted into any of the RX15xx family of devices.
This module can be used to provide industrial computing power at a
remote site without the need for an additional server. From substation
gateway and remote analytics to monitoring and control applications
(such as data collection or network security with NERC CIP standard
compliance), the APE provides the computing power and reliability
for mission critical applications.
The RX1500 APE is designed to the RuggedRated™ specification,
which provides a high level of immunity to electromagnetic interfer-
ence (EMI) and electrical surges. With an operating temperature
range of -40° to +70°C, the APE can operate in harsh environments.
Enquiries:
H3iSquared
Tel. +27 (0)11 454 6025
Email:
WEB:
Rugged Layer 2 and 3 Ethernet
Devices for Harsh Environments
FEATURES:
• Control systems and automation
• Drives,motors and switchgear
• Flowmeasurement and instrumentation
• Systems engineering
• Valves and actuators
• Energy and enviroFiciency
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Benefits and features
APE Specifications
• Embedded design allows direct access to the RX1500 line module interfaces reducing the
inventory of cables, devices and ports to manage
• Modular design for easy deployment and reduced maintenance
• Utility grade specifications for unmatched reliability and reduced outages
• Rack mount and DIN rail form factors available to fit specific application requirements
• Windows Embedded and most Linux distributions are supported
Operating
temperature
CPU
MIPS
RAM
Storage
Faceplate
Backplane
-40 - 70°C
ATOM E660T
5 000 @ 1,3 GHz
2 GB DDR2
8 GB SATA SSD (up to 16 GB
supported) (~30 MB/sec)
2 X ISB
DVD-D
1000BaseT RJ45
PWR Button
Status LEDs
1 GigE Port Access
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