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- Brand
- Siemens
- Model
- RUGGEDCOM RMC40
- Category
- Network Switches
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- 2
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- Last added
- 2023-10-16
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Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Ethernet Switch Installation Guide
The RUGGEDCOM RMC40 is a 4-port unmanaged Ethernet switch from Siemens that provides copper-to-fiber media conversion and 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps speed conversion. It is packaged in a galvanized steel enclosure for DIN or panel mounting and is designed for electrically and climatically harsh environments.
This installation guide describes the major features of the device, installation, commissioning and important technical specifications. It covers mounting, connecting AC or DC power, copper and fiber optic Ethernet ports, technical specifications, dimension drawings and certification.
Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 specifications
| Ethernet ports | 4 x Ethernet ports with optional dual fiber optics |
|---|---|
| Ethernet port configurations | 2 x 10/100Base-TX + 1 x 100Base-FX (SC/ST); 2 x 10/100Base-TX + 2 x 100Base-FX (MTRJ/LC); 4 x 10/100Base-TX |
| Operating temperature | -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) |
| MAC address table | Up to 2048 MAC addresses |
| Switching latency | 10 us |
| Enclosure | 21 AWG galvanized steel, suitable for DIN or panel mounting |
| Long haul optics distance | 20 to 90 km (12 to 56 mi) |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u |
| Fiber optic connectors | LC, SC, ST, MTRJ |
Source: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Ethernet Switch Installation Guide
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Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the RUGGEDCOM RMC40?
It is a 4-port, unmanaged Ethernet switch that provides copper-to-fiber media conversion and 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps speed conversion.
From: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Ethernet Switch Installation Guide
What is the operating temperature range of the RUGGEDCOM RMC40?
It operates from -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) without internal cooling fans.
From: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Ethernet Switch Installation Guide
What are the available configurations for the RUGGEDCOM RMC40?
The device offers three configurations: 2 copper and 1 fiber port, 2 copper and 2 fiber ports, or 4 copper ports.
From: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Rugged Ethernet Switch Installation Manual
What is the RUGGEDCOM RMC40?
It is a 4-port, unmanaged Ethernet switch that provides copper-to-fiber media conversion and speed conversion from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps.
From: Siemens RUGGEDCOM RMC40 Rugged Ethernet Switch Installation Manual
