RUGGEDCOM RS400 family

RUGGEDCOM RS400 family

Utility-grade serial device servers

These RUGGEDCOM serial device servers are designed for harsh environments.

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Overview

Rugged communications for harsh environments

Designed for and put to the test under the harshest environments, RUGGEDCOM products meet and exceed recognized industry standards for performance in mission-critical applications.
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Proven reliability

When it comes to RUGGEDCOM products: Siemens conducts Highly Accelerated Life Testing (HALT) in the early stages of product development to detect any design or performance issues as well as Highly Accelerated Stress Screening (HASS) later to ensure that customers get orders free of manufacturing errors and random defects. RUGGEDCOM products are thus able to provide reliable and error-free operation in harsh industrial environments. 

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High immunity

The proliferation of IP networking technology in real-time, mission critical control applications requires a level of immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI) beyond what is currently delivered by commercial grade networking products. Technology used in RUGGEDCOM products is able to withstand all EMI type tests required by IEC 61850-3 without any communications loss or delays. Products with this technology also qualify as IEEE 1613 class 2 error-free devices. This innovation – known as Zero Packet Loss™ technology – is designed to provide the same level of EMI immunity as protective relaying devices.

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Trusted security

RUGGEDCOM products do not just offer immunity against electromagnetic interference, they also come with a variety of advanced cybersecurity features. These include multilevel user passwords, SSH/SSL (128-bit encryption), enable/disable ports, MAC-based port security, VLAN (802.1Q) to segregate and secure network traffic, RADIUS centralized password management, as well as SNMPv3 authentication and 56-bit encryption. 

RUGGEDCOM RS400 family

We speak Rugged

Need a serial device server that is built tough? The utility-grade RS400 family is ready for the challenge with a range of functions for your harshest environments.

RUGGEDCOM RS400

The RUGGEDCOM RS400 is a utility-grade, serial device server with an integrated, fully managed Ethernet switch, designed to operate reliably in harsh industrial environments. Using the RS400 results in fewer connectivity devices, reducing overall system costs, and extends the useful life of existing legacy IEDs, minimizing capital expenditure for new equipment.

RUGGEDCOM RS401

The RUGGEDCOM RS401 is a utility-grade serial device server with an integrated, fully managed Ethernet switch, designed to operate reliably in harsh industrial environments. Based on the popular RUGGEDCOM RS400 server, the RUGGEDCOM RS401 includes all the same functionality, including an integrated 4-port serial server, 4-port managed Ethernet switch, and optional V.90 modem. Additionally, the RS401 features a more compact design particularly suited for panel-mount locations or installations with tight space restrictions.

RUGGEDCOM RS416

The RUGGEDCOM RS416 is a utility-grade serial device server with an integrated, fully managed Ethernet switch. It features a modular design that can support IEEE 1588 and IRIG-B time synchronization, up to 16 serial ports, and up to 4 Ethernet ports.

RUGGEDCOM RS416P

The RUGGEDCOM RS416P is a utility-grade, serial device server with an integrated, fully managed, 4-port Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) switch. With its modular design, it can support up to 16 serial ports and interconnect multiple types of intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) with varying methods of communication.

Multimodal transportation networks with the RUGGEDCOM RS400
Multimodal transportation networks with the RUGGEDCOM RS400
Optimization of substation and distribution plants using the RUGGEDCOM RX1400, RM1224 and RS400
Optimization of substation and distribution plants using the RUGGEDCOM RX1400, RM1224 and RS400

Products at a glance

 
RS400
RS401
RS416
RS416P
Description
4 port serial device server with integrated 4 port managed Ethernet switch
4 port serial device server with integrated 4 port managed Ethernet switch
16 port serial device server with integrated 4 port managed Ethernet switch and IEEE1588 v2 to IRIG-B conversion
16 port serial device server with integrated 4 port PoE Ethernet switch and IEEE1588 v2 to IRIG-B conversion
Serial Ports
4 x RS485/RS422/RS232 (DB9, RJ45 or screw terminals)
4 x RS485/RS422/RS232 (DB9, RJ45 or screw terminals)
Up to 16 serial ports. RS485/RS422/RS232 via DB9/RJ45 or fiber serial interface via ST
Up to 16 serial ports. RS485/RS422/RS232 via DB9/RJ45 or fiber serial interface via ST + 4 x 10/100BASE-TX
Fast Ethernet Ports 
4
4
4
4
PoE Ports
-
-
-
4
Mounting 
Compact (DIN rail or panel mount) or 19" rack mount
Compact (panel mount)
19" rack mount
19" rack mount
Operating Temperature Range
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
-40°C to +85°C
Power Supply
24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI
24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI
24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI. Optional dual redundant power supplies
1 x 24 VDC, 48 VDC or HI and 1 x 48 VDC PoE power supply
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RUGGEDCOM technology highlights

Technology that meets industry requirements

True to their name, RUGGEDCOM solutions are built tough – delivering error-free communications under high levels of electromagnetic interference in extreme temperatures and over long distances. See how RUGGEDCOM solutions have been put to the test. Discover special features, examples of international standards compliance, and more.

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Professional services for industrial networks

It’s easy to acquire a top-of-the-line industrial communication network when you’re backed by our first-class network components and strong network design expertise. Work directly with us and our certified Solution Partners to help develop a network solution tailored to your needs. 

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Industrial networks education

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