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Preface Introduction Installing the Device SIMATIC NET Device Management Rugged Ethernet Switches RUGGEDCOM RS940GF Communication Ports Technical Specifications Installation Manual Certification 01/2021 C79000-G8976-1356-04...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Warranty Siemens warrants this product for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase, conditional upon the return to factory for maintenance during the warranty term. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void.
Siemens Sales representative. Customer Support Customer support is available 24 hours, 7 days a week for all Siemens customers. For technical support or general information, contact Siemens Customer Support through any of the following methods: Online Visit http://www.siemens.com/automation/support-request...
Preface Contacting Siemens • Contact a local Siemens representative from Sales, Technical Support, Training, etc. • Ask questions or share knowledge with fellow Siemens customers and the support community Contacting Siemens Address Siemens AG Industry Sector 300 Applewood Crescent Concord, Ontario...
Introduction The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF is an industrially hardened, fully managed Ethernet switch providing six or eight ports of Gigabit Ethernet. Six 10/100/1000Base-TX triple speed copper ports are standard. An additional two gigabit fiber or copper ports can be added. The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF provides a cost effective way of connecting a cluster of field devices to a Gigabit Ethernet backbone.
Introduction 1.2 Description • Hazardous Location Certification: Class I Division 2 • -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) operating temperature (no fans) • [Optional] Conformal coated printed circuit boards Universal Power Supply Options • Fully integrated power supply • Universal high-voltage range: 88-300 VDC or 85-264 VAC •...
Introduction 1.3 Required Tools and Materials POWER LED Illuminates when power is being supplied to the device. ALARM LED Illuminates when an alarm condition exists. Port Status LEDs Indicate the status of the optional SFP ports: State Description Solid Link Blinking Activity No link/activity Status LEDs for copper Ethernet ports are incorporated into each...
Siemens also does not recommend using copper Ethernet ports to interface with devices in the field across distances that could produce high levels of ground potential rise (i.e. greater than 2500 V), during line-to-ground fault conditions.
NOTICE Worn, damaged or missing seals must be replaced immediately. Replacement seals are available for purchase from Siemens. For more information, contact a Siemens Sales representative. There are three ways to determine if a security seal has been tampered with: •...
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• Residue left by the seal is visible on the device under ultra-violet light For information about the placement of security seals, refer to the RUGGEDCOM RS940GF FIPS 140-2 Non-Proprietary Security Policy [https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109757984]. RUGGEDCOM RS940GF Installation Manual, 01/2021, C79000-G8976-1356-04...
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel shall render all warranties null and void. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Siemens AG could invalidate specifications, test results, and agency approvals, and void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
2.2 Installing the Device in Hazardous Locations Verify all items are included. IMPORTANT If any item is missing or damaged, contact Siemens for assistance. Installing the Device in Hazardous Locations The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF is designed to comply with the safety standards for Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations where concentrations of flammable gases, vapors or liquids may be present, as opposed to normal operating environments.
Installing the Device 2.3 Mounting the Device Mounting the Device The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF is designed for maximum mounting and display flexibility. It can be equipped with connectors that allow it to be installed in a 35 mm (1.4 in) DIN rail or directly on a panel. IMPORTANT Heat generated by the device is channeled outwards from the enclosure.
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Installing the Device 2.3.1 Mounting the Device on a DIN Rail To mount the device to a DIN rail, do the following: Mounting the Device To mount the device to a DIN rail, do the following: Hook the top teeth of the adapter onto the DIN rail. Note The adapter features a sliding release with a slot at the bottom for a flathead screwdriver.
Installing the Device 2.3.2 Mounting the Device to a Panel Removing the Device To remove the device from a DIN rail, do the following: Insert a flathead screwdriver into the slot of the sliding release and move it down. DIN Rail DIN Rail Adapter Figure 2.2 Removing the Device from a DIN Rail...
Installing the Device 2.4 Connecting the Failsafe Alarm Relay Place the device against the panel and align the adapters with the mounting holes. Screw Panel Adaptor Figure 2.3 Panel Mounting Secure the adapters to the panel with #6-32 screws. Connecting the Failsafe Alarm Relay The failsafe relay can be configured to latch based on alarm conditions.
IMPORTANT Siemens requires the use of external surge protection in VDSL applications where the line may be subject to surges greater than that for which the device is rated. Use the following specifications as a guide for VDSL external surge protection: •...
Installing the Device 2.5.1 Connecting High AC/DC Power 2.5.1 Connecting High AC/DC Power To connect a high AC/DC power supply to the device, do the following: NOTICE Electrical hazard – risk of damage to equipment Do not connect AC power cables to terminals for DC power. Damage to the power supply may occur.
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Installing the Device 2.5.1 Connecting High AC/DC Power Connect the positive wire from the power source to the positive/live (+/L) terminal on the terminal block. Positive/Live (+/L) Terminal Negative/Neutral (-/N) Terminal Surge Ground Terminal Braided Ground Cable Figure 2.5 Terminal Block Wiring Connect the negative wire from the power source to the negative/neutral (-/N) terminal on the terminal block.
Installing the Device 2.5.2 Connecting Low DC Power 2.5.2 Connecting Low DC Power To connect a low DC power supply to the device, do the following: Connect the positive wire from the power source to the positive terminal on the terminal block. Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Surge Ground Terminal...
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Installing the Device 2.5.2 Connecting Low DC Power Positive Terminal Negative Terminal Surge Ground Terminal Braided Ground Cable Figure 2.7 Terminal Block Wiring - Dual DC Power Supply Inputs Connect the negative wire from the power source to the negative terminal on the terminal block.
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Installing the Device 2.5.2 Connecting Low DC Power RUGGEDCOM RS940GF Installation Manual, 01/2021, C79000-G8976-1356-04...
Device Management This section describes how to connect to and manage the device. Connecting to the Device The following describes the various methods for accessing the RUGGEDCOM RUGGEDCOM RS940GF console and Web interfaces on the device. For more detailed instructions, refer to the RUGGEDCOM RUGGEDCOM RS940GF User Guide for the RUGGEDCOM RS940GF.
Device Management 3.2 Configuring the Device The following is the pin-out for the port: Name Description Reserved (Do Not Connect) Transmit Data Receive Data Reserved (Do Not Connect) Signal Ground Reserved (Do Not Connect) Reserved (Do Not Connect) Reserved (Do Not Connect) Figure 3.1 Serial DB9 Console Port Reserved (Do Not Connect)
Communication Ports The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF can be equipped with various types of communication ports to enhance its abilities and performance. To determine which ports are equipped on the device, refer to the factory data file available through RUGGEDCOM RUGGEDCOM RS940GF . For more information on how to access the factory data file, refer to the RUGGEDCOM RUGGEDCOM RS940GF User Guide for the RUGGEDCOM RS940GF.
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Communication Ports 4.1 Copper Ethernet Ports the chassis ground on the device and can accept CAT-5 shielded twisted-pair (STP) cables. WARNING Electric shock hazard – risk of serious personal injury and/or equipment interference If shielded cables are used, make sure the shielded cables do not form a ground loop via the shield wire and the RJ45 receptacles at either end.
26)". SFP Transceivers The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF features four Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver sockets, which are compatible with a wide array of SFP transceivers available from Siemens. LEDs Each socket features an LED that indicates its link state. State Description...
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RUGGEDCOM SFP Transceiver Catalog [https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ca/en/view/109482309]. IMPORTANT Only use SFP transceivers approved by Siemens for RUGGEDCOM products. Siemens accepts no liability as a result of performance issues related in whole or in part to third-party components. SFP Transceiver...
Technical Specifications This section provides important technical specifications related to the device. Power Supply Specifications Input Range Maximum Power Internal Fuse Isolation Power Supply Type Rating Minimum Maximum Consumption 88 VDC 300 VDC 3.15 A(T) 4 kVAC 18 W 85 VAC 264 VAC 3.15 A(T) 5.5 kVDC...
3 dBm. To convert from peak to average, subtract 3 dBm. • Maximum segment length is greatly dependent on factors such as fiber quality, and the number of patches and splices. Consult a Siemens sales associate when determining maximum segment distances. Speed...
Technical Specifications 5.6 Operating Environment Operating Environment The RUGGEDCOM RS940GF is rated to operate under the following environmental conditions. Ambient Operating -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) Temperature Ambient Storage Temperature -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) Ambient Relative Humidity 5% to 95% Maximum Altitude...
Methods of Measurement The device is marked with a CE marking and can be used throughout the European community. A copy of the CE Declaration of Conformity is available from Siemens AG. For contact information, refer to "Contacting Siemens (Page vii)".
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this device. 6.1.4 ISED This device is declared by Siemens AG to meet the requirements of the following ISED (Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada) standard: • CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3 (A) 6.1.5...
Certification 6.1.6 RoHS 6.1.6 RoHS This device is declared by Siemens AG to meet the requirements of the following RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directives for the restricted use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment: • China RoHS 2...
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Certification 6.2 EMC and Environmental Type Tests Test Description Test Levels Severity Levels Voltage Dips and Interrupts DC Power 30% for 0.1 s, 60% for 61000-4-29 Ports 0.1 s, 100% for 0.05 s AC Power 30% for 1 period, Ports 60% for 50 periods 100% for 5 periods,...
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Certification 6.2 EMC and Environmental Type Tests IEEE Test Description Test Levels Earth ground Ports ± 4 kV Oscillatory Signal Ports 2.5 kV common mode @ 1 MHz DC Power Ports 2.5 kV common and differential mode @ 1 MHz AC Power Ports 2.5 kV common and differential mode @ 1 MHz C37.90...
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Certification 6.2 EMC and Environmental Type Tests RUGGEDCOM RS940GF Installation Manual, 01/2021, C79000-G8976-1356-04...
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Further Information Siemens RUGGEDCOM https://www.siemens.com/ruggedcom Industry Online Support (service and support) https://support.industry.siemens.com Industry Mall https://mall.industry.siemens.com Siemens AG Digital Industry Process Automation Postfach 48 48 90026 NÜRNBERG GERMANY...
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