Black Box Industrial Gigabit Ethernet Switch - Extreme Temperature, 5-Port

The Black Box Industrial Gigabit Ethernet Switch - Extreme Temperature, 5-Port is built to power reliable, high-speed networking in the most demanding industrial settings. Thoughtfully engineered to thrive in extreme temperature ranges, vibration, dust, and EMI, this compact 5-port switch delivers consistent performance where conventional switches would struggle. It’s designed for rugged environments such as factory floors, outdoor enclosures, and harsh control rooms, providing industrial-grade connectivity that minimizes downtime and maximizes productivity. Whether you’re integrating multiple machines on a single line, linking sensors to a central controller, or consolidating network segments in a control cabinet, this switch gives you a dependable foundation for your industrial IT backbone with straightforward deployment and long-lasting durability.

• Rugged industrial-grade design: Built to operate reliably in harsh environments, it resists dust, moisture, and vibrations common to manufacturing floors and outdoor installations, helping reduce maintenance cycles and unexpected downtime.
• Five Gigabit Ethernet ports: Flexible, high-bandwidth connectivity for machines, sensors, PLCs, and controllers, enabling fast data transfer and low-latency communication across your industrial network.
• Extreme-temperature performance: Engineered to maintain stable operation across wide temperature ranges, ensuring consistent network availability in environments where temperature fluctuates with machinery, weather, or process cycles.
• Plug-and-play simplicity: Auto-negotiation and auto-MDI/MDIX capabilities simplify integration with existing network gear, minimizing setup time and configuration complexity in busy production environments.
• Compact, durable form factor: A space-saving enclosure designed for panel mounting or placement in tight control cabinets, providing a reliable, maintenance-friendly solution that fits neatly into compact industrial spaces.

Technical Details of Black Box Industrial Gigabit Ethernet Switch - Extreme Temperature, 5-Port

Get this information from the "specifications" section of the product from https://ec.synnex.com/ using product "UPC" or "SKU" as reference.

how to install Black Box Industrial Gigabit Ethernet Switch

• Mount the switch in a suitable industrial enclosure or on a panel/rack where airflow is adequate and access to cabling is convenient; ensure the mounting surface is solid and vibration-free.
• Connect devices to any of the five Gigabit Ethernet ports using standard Cat5e or Cat6 cables, ensuring connectors are firmly seated and labeled for easy identification in future maintenance.
• Provide appropriate power to the switch according to your installation’s requirements and verify the power source is stable before powering up the unit.
• Power on the switch and observe the status indicators to confirm healthy link status on each port; perform any basic network configuration only if your system requires VLANs or port-specific policies.
• Test data transmission across multiple ports and devices to confirm reliable connectivity; document the installation with port mappings and network topology to simplify future troubleshooting or upgrades.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How many ports does the switch have? A: It features five Gigabit Ethernet ports to support flexible topology designs and scalable layouts in industrial networks.
• Q: Is this switch suitable for extreme industrial environments? A: Yes; it is engineered for extreme temperature operation and rugged conditions typical of manufacturing facilities, outdoor enclosures, and harsh control rooms.
• Q: Does the switch support auto-detection and auto-MDI/MDIX? A: The description indicates plug-and-play readiness with common auto-negotiation features to simplify deployment with existing cabling.
• Q: How should I install it? A: Install in a secure enclosure or panel, connect devices to the five ports with standard Ethernet cables, apply power, verify link lights, and perform any needed basic network configuration.
• Q: Where can I find exact technical specifications? A: Exact specifications can be found in the official product specifications section on the vendor site. Use the UPC or SKU to locate the precise data.