Introduction
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The RUGGEDCOM RX1512 is a cost-efficient, rugged Layer 3 switch and router. The
RUGGEDCOM RX1512’s modular and field replaceable platform can be equipped with
WAN, serial, and Ethernet options, making it ideally suited for electric power utilities,
the industrial plant floor, and traffic control systems. The appliance’s compact form
factor makes it ideal for pole mount applications or installation in restricted spaces.
The RUGGEDCOM RX1512 is designed to provide a high level of immunity to electro-
magnetic interference (EMI) and heavy electrical surges typical of the harsh environ-
ments found in many industrial applications. An operating temperature range of -40
to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) allows the RUGGEDCOM RX1512 to be placed in almost any
location.
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Feature Highlights
Reliability in Harsh Environments
• Immunity to EMI and high voltage
electrical transients
• -40 to 85 °C (-40 to 185 °F) operating
temperature (no fans)
• Failsafe output relay for critical failure
or error alarming
Universal Power Supply Options
• Fully integrated power supply (no ex-
ternal adapter)
• Input voltage range: 11-72 VDC
• CSA/UL 60950-1 safety approved to
85 °C (185 °F)
Physical Ports
• Field replaceable line modules
• Up to 12 100Base-FX ports
• Up to 12 10/100Base-TX ports
• Up to 6 10Base-FL/100Base-SX ports
• Up to 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Up to 12 serial ports
• Up to 4 T1/E1 RJ48C ports or 2 E1 BNC
ports
• Up to 2 DDS (Digital Data Services)
ports
• Up to 8 active cellular data interfaces
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Description
The RUGGEDCOM RX1512 features various ports, controls and indicator LEDs on the
front panel for connecting, configuring and troubleshooting the device.
RUGGEDCOM RX1512
Installation Manual, 07/2019, C79000-G8976-1057
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