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Why RUGGEDCOM Multi-Service Platforms?

RUGGEDCOM Multi-Service Platforms are modular, utility-grade devices for high-performance industrial networks. They integrate Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing, cybersecurity and management functionalities on a single infrastructure for critical applications in harsh environments.

Certified for mission-critical applications in harsh environments

  • Rugged-rated – Comprehensive set of certifications across electric power, rail, traffic systems, and industrial applications
  • Tested reliably across a wide operating temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C
  • Zero Packet Loss™ technology under high electromagnetic interference (EMI),
  • Seamless failover with HSR/PRP redundant topologies and
  • Enhanced Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (eRSTP™) for ultra-high-speed network fault recover

Key benefits

Improve network performance

Create high-performance industrial networks using utility-grade modular devices that exceed IEC 61850-3 requirements. Integrate Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 routing and cybersecurity on a single infrastructure.

Reduce complexity

Streamline your industrial control systems with integrated switching, routing, cybersecurity and edge processing. Consolidate WAN, serial and Ethernet connectivity onto one infrastructure for reduced overhead.

Trusted security for your network

The RUGGEDCOM APE1808 can help deploy advanced cybersecurity software for intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, next-generation firewalls and secure access management at the OT edge.

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Products at a Glance

RX1524

RX1536

RX1510

RX1511

RX1512

RX1400

RX5000

Product Type

Rack-Mountable

Rack-Mountable

Compact

Compact

Compact

Compact

Rack-Mountable

Hot Swappable Modules

4

6

4

2

2

-

8

APE1808

Up to 2

Up to 2

Up to 2

Up to 2

-

-

-

Ethernet Ports

Up to 24

Up to 36

Up to 24

Up to 12

Up to 12

6

Up to 96

Gigabit Ports

Up to 8

Up to 4

Up to 8

Up to 4

Up to 4

2

Up to 24

10 Gigabit Ports

-

-

-

-

-

-

Up to 2

Port Types Supported

RJ45, ST, LC, SFP, M-12

RJ45, ST, LC, SFP, M-12

RJ45, ST, LC, SFP, M-12

RJ45, ST, LC, SFP, M-12

RJ45, ST, LC, SFP, M-12

RJ45, SFP, DB9, SMA-Type

RJ45, LC, SFP, micro-D

Cellular

Up to 3 modules

Up to 3 modules

Up to 3 modules

Up to 1 module

Up to 1 module

Cellular modem (3G or 4G LTE)

-

Power Supply

2 x Modular (24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI)

1 x Modular (24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI)

2 x Modular (24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI)

1 x Modular (24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI)

1 x Internal (10-72 VDC)

1 x Internal (12-24 VDC, 48 VDC, HI)

2 x Modular (HI)

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Cybersecurity for Industry

Security information

In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions only form one element of such a concept. For more information about industrial security, please visit.

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