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Alerts ................................................................................................................................................. vii
Related Documents ............................................................................................................................ viii
Accessing Documentation .................................................................................................................. viii
Training ............................................................................................................................................ viii
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RUGGEDCOM RS900W
Installation Guide
Preface
This guide describes the RUGGEDCOM RS900W. It describes the major features of the device, installation,
commissioning and important technical specifications.
It is intended for use by network technical support personnel who are responsible for the installation,
commissioning and maintenance of the device. It is also recommended for use by network and system planners,
system programmers, and line technicians.
CONTENTS
• “Alerts”
• “Related Documents”
• “Accessing Documentation”
• “Training”
• “Customer Support”
Preface
Alerts
The following types of alerts are used when necessary to highlight important information.
DANGER!
DANGER alerts describe imminently hazardous situations that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING!
WARNING alerts describe hazardous situations that, if not avoided, may result in serious injury and/or
equipment damage.
CAUTION!
CAUTION alerts describe hazardous situations that, if not avoided, may result in equipment damage.
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT alerts provide important information that should be known before performing a procedure
or step, or using a feature.
NOTE
NOTE alerts provide additional information, such as facts, tips and details.
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Related Documents
Other documents that may be of interest include:
• RUGGEDCOM ROS User Guide for the RUGGEDCOM RS900W
Accessing Documentation
The latest user documentation for RUGGEDCOM RS900W is available online at www.siemens.com/ruggedcom. To
request or inquire about a user document, contact Siemens Customer Support.
Training
Siemens offers a wide range of educational services ranging from in-house training of standard courses on
networking, Ethernet switches and routers, to on-site customized courses tailored to the customer's needs,
experience and application.
Siemens' Educational Services team thrives on providing our customers with the essential practical skills to make
sure users have the right knowledge and expertise to understand the various technologies associated with critical
communications network infrastructure technologies.
Siemens' unique mix of IT/Telecommunications expertise combined with domain knowledge in the utility,
transportation and industrial markets, allows Siemens to provide training specific to the customer's application.
For more information about training services and course availability, visit www.siemens.com/ruggedcom or
contact a Siemens Sales representative.
Customer Support
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information, contact Siemens Customer Support through any of the following methods:
Online
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on the status of an existing SR.
Telephone
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• Access Siemens' extensive library of support documentation, including FAQs and manuals
• Submit SRs or check on the status of an existing SR
• Contact a local Siemens representative from Sales, Technical Support, Training, etc.
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Installation Guide
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• Ask questions or share knowledge with fellow Siemens customers and the support community
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Installation Guide
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Installation Guide
Introduction
The RUGGEDCOM RS900W is a utility-grade, fully managed Ethernet switch that combines an IEEE 802.11b/g Local
Area Network (LAN) with wired Ethernet ports. It allows network designers to achieve the integration of wired and
wireless networks in a single device.
The RUGGEDCOM RS900W functions as a standalone IEEE 802.11b/g access point for wireless clients providing
wireless data rates of up to 54 Mbps. All wireless communications are protected by modern network security
features, including strong encryption protocols using WPA with TKIP, and even WPA2/802.11i with AES support.
Static authentication support is provided by WPA-PSK. For additional centralized control, the RUGGEDCOM
RS900W also supports IEEE 802.1X/RADIUS for wireless user traffic and distributing dynamic encryption keys.
The RUGGEDCOM RS900W provides a high level of immunity to electromagnetic interference and heavy electrical
surges typical of environments found on plant floors and curb-side traffic control cabinets. An operating
temperature range of -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) coupled with hazardous location certification (Class I Division
2), optional conformal coating and a galvanized steel enclosure allows the RUGGEDCOM RS900W to be placed in
almost any location.
The RUGGEDCOM RS900W can be mounted on a DIN rail or panel for efficient use of cabinet space.
Chapter 1
Introduction
The integrated power supply supports a wide range of voltages (88-300 VDC or 85-264 VAC) for worldwide
operability, as well as dual-redundant, reversible polarity, 24 VDC and 48 VDC power supply inputs for high
availability applications requiring dual or backup power inputs.
The RUGGEDCOM RS900W's superior ruggedized design and embedded RUGGEDCOM Rugged Operating System
(ROS) provides superior system reliability and advanced networking features making it ideally suited for creating
Ethernet networks for mission-critical, real-time, control applications.
CONTENTS
• Section1.1, “Feature Highlights”
• Section1.2, “Description”
Section1.1
Feature Highlights
Ethernet Ports
• 6 x 10/100Base-TX copper Ethernet ports
• 6 x 10/100Base-TX copper Ethernet ports
• [Optional] 2 x additional 10/100Base-TX copper or 10/100Base-FX fiber optic Ethernet ports
• [Optional] Up to 2 x additional 10/100Base-TX copper or 10/100Base-FX fiber optic Ethernet ports
• Industry standard fiber optical connectors: LC, SC, ST, MTRJ
Rated for Reliability in Harsh Environments
• Immunity to EMI and heavy electrical surges
Feature Highlights1
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Introduction
• Hazardous Location Certification: Class I Division 2
• -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) operating temperature (no fans)
• 20 AWG galvanized steel enclosure
• DIN or panel mounting options provide secure mechanical reliability
▫ 125-250 VDC or 100-240 VAC (Hazardous Environments)
▫ 88-300 VDC or 85-264 VAC (Non-Hazardous Environments)
• Dual low-voltage DC inputs: 24 VDC or 48 VDC
• Terminal blocks for reliable maintenance free connections
• CSA/UL 60950-1 safety approved to 85 °C (185 °F)
Section1.2
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Description
The RUGGEDCOM RS900W features various ports, controls and indicator LEDs on the front panel for connecting,
configuring and troubleshooting the device.