 Description
Epsilon-8100 is a managed Layer 2+ Ethernet switch module offering eight 10/100/1000Mbps copper twisted pair ports in the compact PC/104 form factor. Epsilon-8100 is designed for rugged applications including industrial, on-vehicle and military.
Epsilon-8100 is a standalone switch that does not require any host computer interface. All switch functions are managed by a 416MHz MIPS processor embedded directly into the switch. The processor is accessed via an in-band web interface over one of the Ethernet ports or via an out-of-band command-line interface over an RS-232 serial port. The integrated web interface provides an intuitive GUI for use in configuring and managing all switch functionality. On-board memory holds dual application images, boot code, MAC addresses, and other parameters, and can also be used for program execution.
Epsilon-8100’s advanced Ethernet switch board includes two innovative features that enable automatic power savings. The switch can detect unused Ethernet ports on network devices and power them down or place them in stand-by mode. Additionally, the switch actively adjusts the power level needed based on cable length, saving energy on links shorter than the 100m maximum specified length.
Input power is provided through the built-in, wide-range +5 to +36VDC power supply, enabling operation using industrial power sources. Epsilon-8100 was designed for use in vehicle and harsh environment applications. All I/O connectors are latching, providing enhanced reliability over the RJ-45 connectors used in commercial Ethernet switches. A 50% thicker PCB provides better protection against vibration in vehicle environments. The wide range 5-36V input power supply is compatible with all common vehicle and industrial power sources. The -40ºC to +85ºC operating range makes Epsilon-8100 suitable for use in outdoor and vehicle applications.
Epsilon-8100 comes loaded with all required firmware, enabling its immediate operation without any development effort. The included web interface provides an intuitive GUI for use in configuring and managing switch functionality.
Features
- 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports with non-blocking wire-speed performance
- Built-in 416MHz MIPS 24KEC microcontroller for configuration and management
- RS-232 serial port provides out-of-band management interface
- Can operate autonomously or in conjunction with a host SBC
- 8K MAC addresses and 4K VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q), as well as 8K IPv4 and IPv6 multicast group support
- Jumbo frame support at all speeds
- Dual leaky bucket policers with remarking and statistics
- Flexible link aggregation support based on Layer-2 through Layer-4 information (IEEE 802.3ad)
- Multicast and broadcast storm control, as well as flooding control
- Rapid Spanning Tree protocol (RSTP) and MSTP
- 8 priorities and 8 QoS queues per port with scheduling
- Shaping/policing per queue and per port
- Multiple protocol support: IEEE 802.1d, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.1s, and IEEE 802.1X
- Wide input voltage range: +5-36VDC
- Latching connectors for improved ruggedness
- PC/104 form factor module (90 x 96mm)
- Extremely rugged -40ºC to +85ºC operating temperature
This Ethernet switch is one solution among other rugged Ethernet switches included here: https://integrys.com/ethernet-switches/
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Cable Kit
The Epsilon-8100 cable kit, C-EPS8000-KIT, includes cables for Epsilon-8100’s input and output.
| No. |
Cable |
Description |
QTY |
| 1 |
6981052 |
Ethernet cable |
8 |
| 2 |
6981051 |
Power cable |
1 |
| 3 |
6981050 |
Serial cable |
1 |
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Specifications
| Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Switch Type |
Managed Layer 2+ switch
Built-in MIPS 416MHz 24KEC microcontroller for configuration and management |
| Number of Ports |
8 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet ports with non-blocking wire-speed performance |
| On-board Memory |
4Mb packet memory
Shared memory buffer with per-port & CoS memory management |
| MEF |
Hierarchical MEF compliant policing & scheduling
MEF E-Lane, E-Line, and E-Tree services |
| Frame Buffer |
Jumbo frame support at all speeds |
| VLAN |
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN switch with 8K MACs and 4K VLANs
Push/pop up to two VLAN tags
Independent & shared VLAN learning (IVL, SVL) |
| Multicast |
IPv4 and IPv6 multicast group support |
| Remarking |
Dual leaky bucket policers with remarking and statistics |
| Classifier |
8 priorities and 8 CoS queues per port with strict or deficit-weighted round robin scheduling
Shaping/policing per queue and per port |
| Storm Control |
Policing with storm control and MC/BC protection |
| Link Aggregation |
IEEE 802.3ad |
| Security |
Advanced security and prioritization available though multistage TCAM engine |
| RSTP |
Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1W) and MSTP |
| MIBs |
Support for both WebStax and CEServices MIBs |
| Power Management |
ActiPHY and PerfectReach power management
VeriPHY cable diagnostics |
| Serial Port |
1 RS-232 port for host interface |
| Indicator LEDs |
18 status LEDs, two per port
2 general purpose |
| Standalone Capable |
Standalone network switch, or in combination with a host computer |
| General |
| Power Input |
+5 to +36V DC/DC power supply |
| Power Consumption |
5.4W typical at +5VDC |
| Form Factor / Dimensions |
PC/104 3.55″ x 3.775″ (90mm x 96mm) |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F) |
| Weight |
3.5oz (99g) with heatsink |
| MTBF |
624,170 hours at 20°C |
| RoHS |
Compliant |
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Epsilon-8100 8-port Gigabit Ethernet Switch |
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| Managed 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with heatsink, PC/104 form factor, -40°C to +85°C operating temperature |
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| Epsilon Cable Kit: Ethernet (8), power and serial cables |
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