Layer 3 backbone switches increase data transfers
Layer 3 backbone switches allow engineers to transfer larger quantities of data faster without compromising network availability or performance, says Belden, as it releases its Dragon Mach4000/Mach4500 series.
The updated Hirschmann Mach4000 switch has extended bandwidth capabilities to meet evolving data requirements. The Dragon Mach4000/Mach4500 series offer redundant power supplies, new interfaces and variants with either four or eight ports that can be set up for 2.5 or 10Gbit speeds.
The switches can be used in industrial environments to connect OT and IT networks and progressively transition to 10Gbit speeds. They can also be used to maximise availability with redundant backbone infrastructures and transition from 1Gbit networks to 2.5Gbit and then to 10Gbit as the network bandwidth requirements increase
The Dragon Mach4000/Mach4500 series are suitable for applications that require high bandwidths and reliable data transfer, especially in transportation scenarios, including mass transit systems such as railway and train stations, airports and rail-rolling stock. They are also suitable for manufacturing, oil and gas and power transmission and distribution applications, says Belden.
Belden’s end-to-end signal transmission products are designed to meet the mission-critical network infrastructure needs of industrial, enterprise and broadcast markets. Products target reliable and secure transmission of rapidly growing amounts of data, audio and video needed for today’s applications.
Founded in 1902, Belden is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, and has manufacturing capabilities in North and South America, Europe and Asia.
