Description
SCALANCE XC208 – Configurable Industrial Ethernet L2 Switch (8× 10/100 Mb/s RJ45, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP option)
SCALANCE XC208 is a configurable (managed) Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet switch designed for reliable, scalable network infrastructures in industrial environments. It combines robust hardware, clear diagnostics, and common IT features (e.g., VLAN, RSTP) while supporting industrial automation requirements such as PROFINET.
Key benefits
- 8× 10/100 Mb/s RJ45 ports for Industrial Ethernet connectivity.
- Managed L2 switching with support for typical IT protocols such as RSTP and VLAN for redundancy and segmentation.
- PROFINET IO device support; can also be configured for EtherNet/IP depending on the network concept.
- Console port for service access and commissioning.
- Diagnostic LEDs for quick on-site status checks of device and ports.
- Redundant power supply for improved network availability.
- Wide operating temperature range:-40 °C to +70 °C for harsh industrial conditions.
- C-PLUG support – optional C-PLUG memory device for storing configuration (faster device replacement and configuration restore).
- Flexible mounting on standard DIN rail as well as S7-300 and S7-1500 rails.
Technical highlights (summary)
- Device type: SCALANCE XC208, managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet switch
- Ports:8× RJ45 10/100 Mb/s
- Service interface:1× console port
- Diagnostics: status and port LED indicators
- Power:redundant power supply concept
- Operating temperature:-40…+70 °C
- Network functions: supports RSTP, VLAN, and additional office/IT protocols
- Industrial profiles:PROFINET IO device, optional configuration as EtherNet/IP
- Configuration backup: via optional C-PLUG
- Mounting: DIN rail, S7-300 rail, S7-1500 rail
Typical applications
- Machine building and production lines (discrete and process automation)
- Automotive, food & beverage, rail infrastructure, oil & gas, and other harsh environments
- Industrial network segmentation (VLAN) and redundancy concepts (RSTP) in control cabinets
