Features:
- Eight combo positions let each network point use either copper RJ45 or an SFP medium.
- Two extender interfaces expand the modular SCALANCE XM-400 port arrangement.
- Layer 3 routing, VLAN control and redundant-path protocols operate in one managed switch.
Siemens 6GK5408-8GR00-2AM2 is the SCALANCE XM408-8C base switch for managed Industrial Ethernet networks.
Its paired electrical and optical connectors keep the active base-port count at eight while allowing the medium to be chosen per position.
Configuration can be retained on the supplied C-PLUG, and supported XM-400 interface modules extend the installed connection layout.
The Siemens 6GK5408-8GR00-2AM2 SCALANCE XM408-8C Managed Modular IE Switch may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
Siemens 6GK5408-8GR00-2AM2 SCALANCE XM408-8C Managed Modular IE Switch Manuals,Datasheets,Link
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Choosing the active medium
- Paired Positions: Each numbered position links one RJ45 socket with one SFP slot.
- Single Active Path: Selecting the copper side prevents the paired optical side from acting as an additional port.
- Media Choice: The same logical position can be assigned to an electrical or optical connection.
- Speed Context: The installed medium and transceiver determine whether the position operates at 10, 100 or 1000 Mbit/s.
Building beyond the base unit
- Extension Points: Two side interfaces accept supported XM-400 media modules.
- Port Ceiling: The documented modular arrangement reaches a combined maximum of 24 electrical or optical ports.
- Module Handling: Interface modules are designed for insertion and removal within the powered modular system.
- Rail Arrangement: The base device and extensions share the supported DIN-rail or S7 mounting layout.
Organizing alternate traffic routes
- Ring Methods: MRP, MRP-I and HRP cover the documented industrial ring options.
- Spanning Trees: STP, RSTP, RSTP+ and MSTP control loop-free Ethernet paths.
- Aggregated Links: LACP combines suitable links under one negotiated logical connection.
- Router Continuity: VRRP supports a redundant routed gateway arrangement.
Retaining and reaching the setup
- Removable Memory: The supplied C-PLUG stores transferable device configuration data.
- Engineering Access: STEP 7 and the web-based interface provide documented configuration paths.
- Command Access: CLI management supports direct administration of switch and routing functions.
- Network Supervision: SNMP and RMON expose status and traffic information to management systems.