Managed and unmanaged Ethernet extenders are available that can connect separate points up to 20km away on the same Ethernet network without any configuration required.
Thanks to the Plug and Play functionality of unmanaged Ethernet extenders, time and money can be saved during commissioning with automatic detection of the network topology and data transfer speed. Another major advantage of the system is that it can be expanded seamlessly during operation and supports not only point-to-point and line topologies. In complex applications where high fault tolerance is critical, the redundant ring function ensures uninterrupted IP communication.
With a managed Ethernet extender, even unmanaged Ethernet extenders can be centrally diagnosed via IP. Using SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), status, warning, and error messages can be automatically routed to the control panel. Furthermore, these devices feature Phoenix Contact's integrated PLUGTRAB PT-IQ surge protection, enabling preventative maintenance and ensuring high system availability. The innovative combination of managed and unmanaged Ethernet extenders in a network makes simple and robust IP interconnection with Ethernet extenders more cost-effective than ever.
