EDS-408A/405A Series User’s Manual

Featured Functions

 

 

 

Coupling Mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

Description

Factory Default

 

 

 

 

 

 

EDS-408A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Primary Port:

port 5

 

 

 

 

Dual Homing

Select this item to change to the

Backup Port:

port 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dual Homing configuration page

EDS-405A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Primary Port:

port 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

Backup Port:

port 3

 

 

 

 

Ring Coupling

Select this item to change to the

EDS-408A: Port 5

 

 

 

 

Ring Coupling (backup)

 

 

 

 

(backup)

EDS-405A: Port 2

 

 

 

 

configuration page

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ring Coupling

Select this item to change to the

EDS-408A: Port 5

 

 

 

 

(primary)

Ring Coupling (primary)

 

 

 

 

EDS-405A: Port 2

 

 

 

 

 

configuration page

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Primary/Backup Port

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Setting

Description

Factory Default

 

 

 

 

Primary Port

Select any port of the EDS to be the

EDS-405A: port 2

 

 

 

 

primary port.

EDS-408A: port 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Backup Port

Select any port of the EDS to be the

EDS-405A: port 3

 

 

 

 

backup port.

EDS-408A: port 6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE

The Turbo Ring DIP Switches located on the

 

 

 

 

 

EDS-408A/405A’s outer casing can be used to

 

 

 

 

 

configure the EDS’s Turbo Ring protocols. (For

 

 

 

 

 

details on how to do this, refer to “Configuring Basic

 

 

 

 

 

Settings—Turbo Ring DIP Switch” section in this

 

 

 

 

 

manual.)

 

 

 

 

If you use the web interface, console interface, or Telnet interface to enable the Turbo Ring DIP Switches, and then set DIP Switch 4 on the switch’s outer casing to the “ON” position, you will not be able to use the web interface, console interface, or Telnet interface to change the status of the DIP Switch. In this case, the Communication Redundancy settings will be “grayed out” in the web browser as shown in the following figure:

The STP/RSTP Concept

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) was designed to help reduce link failures in a network, and provide protection from loops. Networks that have a complicated architecture are prone to broadcast storms caused by unintended loops in the network. MOXA EtherDevice Switch’s STP feature is disabled by default. To be completely effective, you must enable RSTP/STP on every EDS connected to your network.

Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) implements the Spanning Tree Algorithm and Protocol defined by IEEE Std 802.1w-2001. RSTP provides the following benefits:

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405A SERIES, EDS-408A specifications

Moxa Technologies has established itself as a leader in networking solutions, particularly for industrial applications. Among their cutting-edge products is the 405A Series, specifically the EDS-408A model, which exemplifies Moxa's commitment to performance, reliability, and versatility in industrial Ethernet switches.

The EDS-408A is an 8-port industrial Ethernet switch that offers an impressive array of features and capabilities designed to meet the demands of harsh environments. One of its main highlights is the ability to support both 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet connections, providing users with the flexibility to integrate a range of devices within their network. Its robust design ensures that it operates seamlessly in extreme conditions, with a wide operating temperature range from -40 to 75 degrees Celsius.

The EDS-408A is built to support an array of networking topologies. It features advanced Ethernet switching technologies that enable fast and efficient data transfer while minimizing latency. The device is equipped with wire-speed forwarding capabilities, which is vital for maintaining high performance in heavy network traffic scenarios.

Another key feature of the EDS-408A is its redundancy support. The switch incorporates various redundancy protocols, including Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol), which enhance network reliability by allowing quick recovery in the event of a failure. This ensures continuous network uptime, which is critical for industrial applications.

Furthermore, Moxa Technologies has adopted an user-friendly web-based management interface in the EDS-408A, simplifying the configuration and monitoring process. This allows system administrators to easily manage settings, monitor traffic, and troubleshoot issues in real time. Additionally, the switch supports SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) for remote monitoring and management, enabling organizations to keep their networks optimized.

Security is another paramount feature of the EDS-408A. It includes built-in security mechanisms such as port security, VLAN, and access control lists (ACLs), which help safeguard sensitive network segments from unauthorized access.

In conclusion, Moxa Technologies' EDS-408A model from the 405A Series is a robust and feature-rich industrial Ethernet switch designed for demanding environments. With its support for various network protocols, redundancy features, user-friendly management, and enhanced security, the EDS-408A stands out as a reliable solution for organizations looking to enhance their industrial networking capabilities.
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