Hirschmann MS4128-L2P Industrial Ethernet Switch

This industrial Ethernet switch serves as a backbone for automation networks requiring rock-solid connectivity. Designed for mission-critical applications, it handles real-time data transmission across manufacturing floors, power plants, and transportation systems where network downtime isn’t an option.

Commonly deployed in automotive production lines and railway signaling systems, this switch handles high-density cabling requirements while maintaining deterministic communication. We frequently pair it with Profinet and Modbus TCP/IP protocols for seamless integration with Siemens S7-1500 controllers and Allen Bradley CompactLogix systems. The modular MB-2T expansion cards allow technicians to adapt to changing network topologies without replacing entire switch cabinets.

The L2P firmware delivers enterprise-grade features like VLAN segmentation for network traffic isolation and IGMP snooping to optimize multicast performance. Security-wise, the built-in SNMPv3 and SSH support prevents unauthorized access to configuration settings. What really stands out is the hardware redundancy – the switch automatically reroutes traffic within 20ms during cable faults thanks to its proprietary HiPER Ring protocol. The fanless design combined with conformal-coated PCBs means it keeps running reliably in dusty environments where other switches would fail after six months.