Introduction to Industrial Ethernet Switches

1.2.4Redundant Linking of Network Segments

The example of redundant linking of two network segments as shown here is pos- sible only when linking between X414 because the standby function of the X414 is required.

SCALANCE X414-3E

SCALANCE X414-3E

RM

 

1000

S7-200

Mbit/s

 

S7-300

 

SCALANCE

10/100

 

X-414-3E

Mbit/s

 

 

S7-400

SCALANCE

X-414-3E

1000

Mbit/s

SCALANCE

X-414-3E

RM

Figure 1-6 Redundant linking of two subnets

In this case, network segments are rings with a redundancy manager (RM). The rings can also be interrupted at one point (linear topology).

For a redundant link as shown in the figure, two devices must be configured within a network segment. This configuration is set in Web Based Management, Com- mand Line Interface or using SNMP access. For more detailed information, refer to the Configuration Manual SCALANCE X-400 Industrial Ethernet Switches.

Operating Instructions for SCALANCE X-400 Industrial Ethernet Switches

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Siemens X-400 technical specifications Redundant Linking of Network Segments, Redundant linking of two subnets