Siemens SCALANCE X-500 Series Managed Layer 3 Industrial Ethernet Switches
Siemens SCALANCE X-500 is a high-performance family of managed Layer 3 Industrial Ethernet switches designed for structuring large and demanding industrial networks. The series is intended for use as a central component in industrial backbone networks, connecting automation and plant-level systems with enterprise IT infrastructure.
The SCALANCE X-500 family combines high-speed Ethernet connectivity, Layer 3 routing, network redundancy, diagnostics and flexible port configurations. Selected models support transmission rates up to 10 Gbit/s, making the series suitable for high-bandwidth production networks, plant aggregation and industrial backbone applications.
Technical Specifications
| Brand |
Siemens |
| Product Family |
SCALANCE X-500 |
| Product Type |
Managed Layer 3 Industrial Ethernet Switch |
| Primary Application |
Industrial backbone and high-performance plant networks |
| Network Layer |
Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Transmission Rate |
Up to 10 Gbit/s on applicable models |
| Port Capacity |
Model-dependent; selected configurations support large port counts |
| Interfaces |
Electrical Ethernet, optical interfaces, SFP and SFP+ options depending on model |
| Form Factor |
19-inch rackmount and modular configurations, model dependent |
| Redundancy |
RSTP and industrial network redundancy functions on applicable configurations |
| Network Management |
Managed switching, VLAN, diagnostics and industrial network management functions |
| Routing |
Layer 3 IP routing for communication between different network segments |
| Industrial Integration |
PROFINET and industrial Ethernet network integration on applicable models |
High-Performance Industrial Backbone Networking
SCALANCE X-500 switches are designed to serve as central network components in large industrial installations. They can connect production areas, automation systems, control networks and higher-level enterprise infrastructure while providing managed Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality.
Flexible Copper and Fiber Connectivity
The series supports flexible network designs using electrical Ethernet interfaces as well as optical connectivity. Depending on the selected SCALANCE X-500 model, SFP and SFP+ transceivers and modular media interfaces can be used to adapt the switch to different copper and fiber network requirements.
Layer 3 Routing and Network Segmentation
Layer 3 functionality allows SCALANCE X-500 devices to route traffic between different IP subnets and integrate industrial networks with enterprise-level infrastructure. This makes the series suitable for structured plant networks where segmentation, routing and controlled communication between network areas are required.
Redundancy and Network Availability
Industrial network availability is supported through redundancy mechanisms such as Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and applicable industrial ring technologies. These capabilities help organizations design resilient line, ring and star network architectures for critical automation and production environments.
SCALANCE X-500 Family Options
The SCALANCE X-500 portfolio includes rackmount and modular switch configurations. Examples include SCALANCE XR524-8C, XR526-8C, XR528-6M and XR552-12M, with port configurations and media-module support varying by model.
Industrial Applications
- Industrial Ethernet backbone networks
- Factory and production network aggregation
- Automation and control networks
- Plant-to-enterprise network integration
- High-bandwidth industrial communication
- Layer 3 industrial network segmentation
- Redundant industrial ring and backbone networks
- Large manufacturing and process automation installations
Compatibility and Configuration
Because SCALANCE X-500 is a product family rather than a single fixed configuration, port count, transceiver compatibility, power configuration, routing functions and available media modules depend on the exact model and order number. Customers should verify the required Siemens MLFB/order number and interface configuration before purchasing.
Siemens SCALANCE X-500 Price in Bangladesh
For the latest Siemens SCALANCE X-500 Series price in Bangladesh, contact Datacom Technologies (BD). Pricing and availability may vary depending on the exact model, configuration, transceivers, media modules, product condition, warranty and stock status.
Contact: sales@datacom.com.bd
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