Siemens SCALANCE X-200 Series Managed Industrial Ethernet Switches
The Siemens SCALANCE X-200 series is a family of managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet switches designed for reliable communication from machine-level networks through connected industrial plants. The portfolio combines industrial-grade construction with network management, redundancy, diagnostics and flexible copper and fiber connectivity.
The SCALANCE X-200 family is available in several hardware designs, including SCALANCE XB-200, XC-200, XP-200, XF-200 and X-200RNA. This allows users to select a switch according to installation space, Ethernet speed, fiber requirements, environmental conditions, PoE requirements and network availability needs.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Siemens |
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| Product Family | SCALANCE X-200 |
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| Product Type | Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switches |
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| Primary Application Level | Machine / cell / industrial field level |
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| Management | Managed Industrial Ethernet |
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| Network Speed | Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet, depending on model |
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| Copper Interfaces | RJ45 or M12, depending on model |
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| Fiber Interfaces | ST/BFOC, SC, SFP or other model-specific optical interfaces |
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| Fiber Connectivity | Available on applicable XB-200, XC-200, XF-200 and other variants |
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| Redundancy | MRP; selected models additionally support MRP Interconnection, RSTP+ or other redundancy functions |
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| Network Features | VLAN, QoS, network management and industrial diagnostics |
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| Industrial Protocols | PROFINET and EtherNet/IP support on applicable variants |
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| Installation | DIN rail, S7 mounting rail, wall, rack/cabinet or cabinet-free installation depending on model |
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| PoE | Available on selected SCALANCE X-200 variants |
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| Environmental Rating | Model-dependent; rugged industrial and IP65 variants available |
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Managed Industrial Ethernet Architecture
SCALANCE X-200 switches are designed for industrial networks where managed communication, network diagnostics and higher availability are required. Siemens positions the family for applications ranging from machine-oriented networks to linked industrial units and plant-level Industrial Ethernet structures.
Management can be performed through supported web-based management and CLI interfaces, while network diagnostics can be accessed locally through LEDs and through network-management systems such as SNMP and SINEC NMS. The switches can also be integrated into Siemens engineering environments such as STEP 7 and PCS 7/PCS neo where supported.
SCALANCE X-200 Product Families
| Family | Typical Role |
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| SCALANCE XB-200 | Compact managed Industrial Ethernet switches for limited installation space and machine-oriented applications. |
| SCALANCE XC-200 | Flexible industrial Gigabit switches with copper and fiber options for general automation and higher-bandwidth networks. |
| SCALANCE XP-200 | Rugged cabinet-free switches with IP65 protection and M12 connectivity for demanding environments. |
| SCALANCE XF-200 | Flat industrial switches designed for space-efficient installations with electrical and optical interfaces. |
| SCALANCE X-200RNA | Specialized managed redundancy components for highly available networks using HSR/PRP architectures. |
Industrial Network Redundancy
Network availability is a major focus of the SCALANCE X-200 platform. Applicable models support Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) for redundant ring structures. Depending on the model, additional mechanisms such as MRP Interconnection and RSTP+ can be used to improve network resilience and provide rapid recovery from communication-path failures.
The X-200 portfolio also includes the X-200RNA family for applications requiring high-availability architectures such as HSR and PRP. This makes the broader family suitable for industrial applications where network downtime can affect production or operational continuity.
Copper, Fiber and Gigabit Connectivity
The SCALANCE X-200 portfolio covers a broad range of physical interfaces. Depending on the selected model, users can choose Fast Ethernet or Gigabit copper ports, multimode or single-mode fiber connections, SFP-based optical interfaces and M12 connectivity for cabinet-free deployments.
For example, the XB-200 family can provide configurations with up to 13 RJ45 ports and 3 optical ports, while XC-200 models extend the platform into full Gigabit switching with SFP and combo-port options. Siemens documentation specifies optical transmission distances that can extend significantly depending on the selected transceiver and fiber infrastructure.
PROFINET and EtherNet/IP
SCALANCE X-200 switches are designed to integrate into modern Industrial Ethernet environments. Applicable variants provide PROFINET and EtherNet/IP support, including integrated industrial protocol diagnostics. The exact protocol capabilities and default configuration depend on the specific Siemens MLFB/order number.
For PROFINET applications, compatible switches can provide network transparency and diagnostics within Siemens automation architectures. EtherNet/IP-oriented variants can similarly be selected for industrial control systems using EtherNet/IP communication.
VLAN and Quality of Service
Managed SCALANCE X-200 switches provide features for controlling and prioritizing industrial network traffic. VLAN functionality can be used to segment network traffic, while Quality of Service (QoS) can prioritize important communication flows. These functions are useful when automation traffic shares infrastructure with other Ethernet-based applications.
Industrial Applications
- Industrial automation and factory networking
- PLC and HMI communication
- PROFINET industrial Ethernet networks
- EtherNet/IP automation networks
- Machine and production-line networking
- Industrial control cabinets
- Gigabit industrial aggregation
- Fiber-optic Industrial Ethernet networks
- Transportation and infrastructure networks
- High-availability industrial communication systems
- Outdoor and cabinet-free industrial networking with applicable XP-200 models
Compatibility and Model Selection
Because SCALANCE X-200 is a broad product family rather than one specific switch, port count, Ethernet speed, optical interface, connector type, power requirements, temperature range, PoE capability and redundancy functions vary by model.
Customers should therefore provide the complete Siemens MLFB/order number when requesting a quotation. This is particularly important when selecting between XB-200, XC-200, XP-200, XF-200 and X-200RNA variants or when a specific PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, fiber, PoE or environmental requirement exists.
Siemens SCALANCE X-200 Series Price in Bangladesh
For the latest Siemens SCALANCE X-200 series price in Bangladesh, contact Datacom Technologies (BD). Pricing and availability may vary depending on the exact SCALANCE model, MLFB/order number, sourcing, product condition, warranty and stock status.
Contact: sales@datacom.com.bd
When requesting a quotation, specify the complete SCALANCE X-200 model or Siemens MLFB so the required port configuration, copper/fiber interface, industrial protocol and environmental specification can be accurately confirmed.
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