Siemens 6GK5224-0BA00-2AA3 SCALANCE X224 Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch

The 6GK5224-0BA00-2AA3 is a SCALANCE X224 managed industrial Ethernet switch, designed to provide high-density connectivity and robust network management for complex automation systems. Featuring 24 x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports, this switch is optimized for reliable data exchange in production environments. It supports advanced features such as PROFINET IO device compatibility, redundant power supply capabilities, and the ability to operate within redundant ring topologies for maximum network availability. Maintenance is streamlined through integrated LED diagnostics and an error-signaling contact with an accessible set button, while the optional C-PLUG allows for simplified configuration storage and device swapping.

Features

• High Port Density: 24 x 10/100 Mbit/s RJ45 ports for extensive device integration.
• Redundancy Support: Supports operation in redundant ring topologies to prevent network downtime.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Integrated LED status indicators and error-signaling contact for proactive maintenance.
• Industrial Management: PROFINET IO device compliant with full network management capabilities.
• Reliable Power: Redundant power supply input to ensure continuous operation during power faults.
• Easy Maintenance: Optional C-PLUG support for quick configuration backup and deployment.

Applications

• Large-scale production floor networking.
• PROFINET-based automation and drive control systems.
• Industrial environments requiring redundant network topologies.
• Infrastructure where real-time diagnostics and high port counts are critical.

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

• Mounting: Designed for standard DIN rail mounting or wall mounting. Ensure the installation area allows for adequate heat dissipation around the chassis.
• Redundancy Configuration: When setting up a redundant ring, ensure all switches in the ring are configured to support the redundancy manager protocol.
• Power: Connect redundant power sources to the dedicated terminals to enable the switch's failover protection.
• Diagnostics: Test the error-signaling contact during commissioning to ensure that control room alarms trigger correctly if a fault is detected.
• C-PLUG: Insert the optional C-PLUG before commissioning to ensure network configuration is automatically backed up to the external memory.