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Why RUGGEDCOM RSG2000 Series?

The RSG2000 family offers managed Gigabit Ethernet Layer 2 switches with modular uplinks, advanced cybersecurity, and Zero Packet Loss™ technology for uninterrupted performance. Built for extreme conditions, RUGGEDCOM ensures high availability, flexible integration, and reduced lifecycle costs across utilities, transportation, and oil & gas.

Certified for mission-critical applications in harsh environments

  • Rugged Rated – Comprehensive set of certifications across electric power, rail, traffic systems, and industrial applications
  • Tested reliably across a wide operating temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C
  • Zero Packet Loss™ technology under high electromagnetic interference (EMI)
  • Enhanced Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (eRSTP™) for ultra-high-speed network fault recover
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Key benefits

Operate reliably in harsh conditions

Fan-less design minimizes risk of mechanical failures, while hot-swappable modules and Zero Packet Loss™ technology maximizes network uptime for reliable operation in harsh environments.

Scalability & versatility

With high speed (Gigabit) connectivity, high port density and optional Power-over-Ethernet variants, these switches are designed to evolve with our digitalization requirements.

Advanced cybersecurity solutions

RUGGEDCOM switches are equipped with features like port security, access control and authentication with TACACS+. Protect your network with RADIUS and LDAP, and encryption.

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Cybersecurity for Industry

Security information

In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions only form one element of such a concept. For more information about industrial security, please visit.