New Hirschmann RSB20 managed Ethernet switches from Belden

New Hirschmann RSB20 managed Ethernet switches from Belden: 16 models, variety of ports, EtherNet/IP, temperature ranges.

January 22, 2010

Belden introduces the new Hirschmann RSB Series of basic managed switches.

Belden (NYSE: BDC), developer of signal transmission products for the industrial, enterprise, building management, broadcast, and security markets, introduces the new Hirschmann RSB Series of basic managed switches with what it calls an "optimal price/performance ratio."

The new Hirschmann RSB20 series of managed switches from Belden consists of 16 models that are distinguished by the number and type of ports offered, factory settings for EtherNet/IP and specific operating temperature ranges. This provides an economically attractive entry into the segment of managed switches, Belden says, where customers only pay for their exact equipment (feature and function) needs. The RSB20 portfolio permits customized, hardened and reliable communications solutions.

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This series of basic managed switches are ideally suited for OEM andnetwork-edge level managed performance, Belden says. Plug and playfeatures allow for quick commissioning without sacrificing switch ornetwork diagnostics and performance.

Product features include:

– Edited by Mark T. Hoske, editor in chief, Control Engineering , www.controleng.com.