Hi Omair,
The Cisco Industrial Ethernet 3000 (IE 3000) Series is a new family of switches that provide a rugged, easy-to-use, secure infrastructure for harsh environments. It features:
- Industrial design and compliance
- Tools for easy deployment, management, and replacement
- Network security based on open standards
- Integration of IT and industrial automation networks
The Cisco IE 3000 is an ideal product for industrial Ethernet applications, including factory automation, intelligent transportation systems (ITSs), and power utility substations.
Key Benefits
- Rugged: Specifically designed for harsh environmental conditions that exceed the specifications of most commercial switching products including IEEE 1613 & IEC 61850 compliance
- Easy to use: Can be configured and managed at the touch of a button using either an onboard GUI tool or the PC-based Cisco Network Assistant
- Secure: Ensures that only authorized users and traffic can access and traverse the network
- Standards based: Ensures that the system will interoperate with other Ethernet-enabled devices and IP applications and enables integration between business office applications and industrial equipment
Consider reading the Data Sheet on the following link for more information about the specifications of the IE3000 switches and it's advantages.
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/switches/ps5718/ps9703/data_sheet_c78-440930.html
For more details and documentations, please refer to the following link:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps9703/index.html
Best regards,
Andras
