Hirschmann Switch 942 170-999 BRS50-00242Q2Q-TFDZ99HHSESXX.X.XX

Hirschmann OCTOPUS 50 Managed Ethernet Switch 

 Model 942 170-999 (BRS50-00242Q2Q-TFDZ99HHSES) 

Overview:

Explore the Hirschmann OCTOPUS 50 rugged managed switch, model 942 170-999. Features 8x Gigabit ports, Layer 3 Lite capabilities, modular redundancy, and an IP30 metal housing for harsh industrial environments like automation and energy.

Hirschmann OCTOPUS 50 Managed Ethernet Switch 

 Model 942 170-999 (BRS50-00242Q2Q-TFDZ99HHSES)

The Hirschmann OCTOPUS 50 (ordering code BRS50-00242Q2Q-TFDZ99HHSES) is a high-port-density, managed industrial Ethernet switch designed for demanding network infrastructures. Part of the Belden portfolio, this switch delivers robust performance, advanced management features, and modular reliability for critical applications in industrial automation, transportation, and energy systems.

Key Features and Product Highlights

• High-Speed Port Density: Configured with 8x 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit RJ45 ports and 2x 100/1000Base-FX SFP slots for fiber optic connections, providing ample bandwidth for backbone and device-level connectivity.

• Layer 3 Lite Routing Capabilities: Supports advanced IP routing protocols including RIP v1/v2 and OSPF, enabling efficient communication between network segments (VLANs) without the need for a dedicated router.

• Modular Power Supply & Redundancy: Features a pluggable, redundant power supply module, allowing for quick replacement and ensuring maximum system uptime. The specific suffix TFDZ99 indicates a 24V DC primary supply with a backup input.

• Rugged Industrial Design: Housed in a compact IP30-rated metal casing for DIN-rail mounting, capable of withstanding harsh conditions including wide temperature ranges, shock, vibration, and electromagnetic interference.

• Comprehensive Network Management: Offers full Layer 2 management (VLAN, QoS, RSTP, LACP) combined with Layer 3 Lite features, manageable via CLI, Web GUI, and SNMP.

• Ultra-Fast Network Redundancy: Equipped with Hirschmann's proprietary HIPER-Ring technology for network redundancy with recovery times of less than 50 milliseconds, ensuring high availability for mission-critical processes.

• Extended Operating Temperature: Engineered for reliable operation in a wide temperature range from -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).

Technical Specifications

Applications

This switch is ideal for building scalable and resilient networks in:

• Industrial Automation: Connecting high-speed machinery, PLCs, and controllers on the factory floor.

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES): As an aggregation switch for data collection and control networks.

• Power Utility and Renewable Energy: For substation automation and wind farm communications.

• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS): In traffic control centers and roadside cabinets.

Why Choose the Hirschmann OCTOPUS 50 Switch?

• Proven Industrial Reliability: Hirschmann is a leader in industrial networking, known for equipment that ensures long-term operational stability.

• Future-Proof Network Design: The combination of Gigabit speed and Layer 3 Lite functionality allows for flexible and scalable network architecture.

• Minimized Downtime: Features like modular redundant power and HIPER-Ring provide high system availability, which is critical for continuous operations.