Industrial Ethernet Switches, media converters, routers for any harsh industrial environment for Industry 4.0, IoT projects with a low TCO
An increasing number of industrial IoT and Industry 4.0 projects are required to implement an integrated network that integrates all of the important machines that are included in data collection. In the world of automation Internet of Things, the industrial Ethernet solutions of MOXA help to provide a secure common platform. These solutions provide a common platform creating an integrated network of Ethernet based wired, wireless and secure connections that serves as a basis for Industry 4.0 manufacturing. MOXA devices offer a wide range of parameters, but all MOXA Managed Ethernet devices are characterized by redundancy, reliability, WAN/VLAN security and full system integration as well as visual management.
The guide below helps you to select the optimal device.
TCO is the key
Several factors affect costs during the lifecycle of IoT projects. As industrial networks, for example designated manufacturing networks or security networks (IP based video) become more extensive and complicated, it is increasingly difficult to provide a long-term cost estimate. The scope of the costs involved is considerably larger than the purchase value of network devices and the basic hardware specifications that are generally defined when a call for tenders is published. Consequently, it is extremely difficult to estimate the exact Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the user as a part of the tendering process.
MOXA Network devices help to lower the TCO of IoT/Industry 4.0 solutions
Lower installation cost
The MXconfig tool makes the installation of MOXA industrial Ethernet Switches easy. The process is supported by the intuitive User Interface and the Plug&Play feature with an Ethernet/IP or in PROFINET environment. This is especially important when larger networks are deployed. If less than 10 Switches are configured the difference is not significant. However, if dozens or even 100 Managed Switches are on the network, MXconfig offers a huge time saving potential.
Lower operation cost
- Using the fast, flexible, and self-recovery technology of MOXA industrial Ethernet Switches (network redundancy);
- Redundant power supply for rack mountable Core Switches;
- Tested and approved fanless operation within an extended operating temperature range, with international certifications.
Lower maintenance and downtime costs
- Automatic backup configuration and MXview event replay, quick restart;
- N-Snap device comparison (comparison of the faulty and the operating state of the network during troubleshooting)
Lower support cost
- Global customer service, technical support by phone and email;
- Five-year guarantee;
- Free firmware updates
Why choose the MOXA industrial Ethernet infrastructure?
Reliable & scalable
Millisecond level network redundancy
- Turbo Ring Ethernet redundancy, less than 20 ms recovery time in the case of 250 Switches connected to a single ring (50 ms for Gigabit);
- Flexible Turbo Chain topology to reduce cabling costs with less than 20 ms recovery time;
- 50 ms Turbo Roaming for seamless wireless communication
Fast
High bandwidth
- 10 GbE/GbE Switches and Routers;
- 802.11n supported with up to 300 Mbps wireless data transfer;
- Up to 500 Mbps Router data transfer speed;
- 150 Mbps VPN traffic
Secure
Comprehensive network security
- From entry level Routers to comprehensive, centralized security systems;
- Industry grade firewall to protect critical devices;
- Industry grade VPN/Router for secure remote access
Simple
Intuitive installation and maintenance
- Simple, web-based configuration;
- Visual network management;
- Easy to use diagnostics and traceable events;
- VLAN and IGMP visualization;
- Designed for Automation and IT Engineers
Intelligent
Industrial automation protocols are supported
- IEEE1588 Precision Time Control support for subhost and process management applications;
- Designated ProfiNet and Ethernet/IP Switches for optimized automation networks;
- Modbus and OPC support for SCADA connection
Robust
Industry grade devices for mission critical application
- IP66/67/68 level protection against dust and water is available;
- Fanless design even for Core Switches – reliable and quiet operation;
- Extended operating temperature range, optionally from -40 to +85 ˚C;
- High level EMI/EMC shielding;
- High MTBF;
- Industry certificates (ATEX, IEC 61850, EN 50121, EN 50155, etc.)
Please answer the following questions in the Notes section of the form to help us select the optimal product:
- How many ports do you need and what is your speed requirement (fast Ethernet, Gigabit, 10 GbE)?
- How many “normal Ethernet” (twisted-pair cables) or optical ports do you need?
- Do you need PoE ports, and if so, how many?
- How many reserve ports do you need?
- What is the required operating temperature range?
- What industrial certificates does the Switch need to have (for example IEC 61850, EN 50155, ATEX, etc.)?
- Do you plan to use remote management and collect information on the condition of the devices?
- What is the required level of redundancy (network and power supply)?
- Do you plan to use traffic optimization in the network?
- What protocols (IT or automatization) does the Switch need to support?
- How will you install the Switch (DIN rail, rack, wall mounted)?
