Description
FOXBORO / Extreme Networks X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch Product Description
Product Overview
FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN is a high-performance managed Ethernet switch designed for industrial automation networks, process control systems, and mission-critical communication infrastructures. Based on the Extreme Networks X440-G2 switching platform, FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN provides high-density fiber connectivity, advanced Layer 2/Layer 3 switching capabilities, and reliable network management functions for demanding industrial environments. The switch is commonly integrated into FOXBORO control network architectures, including distributed control systems (DCS), industrial Ethernet backbones, and critical plant communication networks.
The FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN combines 24 fiber Ethernet ports with 4 Gigabit Ethernet uplink interfaces, providing flexible communication options for large-scale industrial networks. Within an automation infrastructure, FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN functions as an aggregation or access-layer switch, connecting controllers, operator stations, servers, remote I/O systems, and other Ethernet-enabled industrial devices. Its ExtremeXOS operating system provides advanced network management, security, redundancy, and routing capabilities to improve system availability and maintain stable data communication.
Designed for long-term industrial operation, FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN supports advanced switching technologies including VLAN segmentation, QoS management, network redundancy, and Layer 3 routing functions. The ruggedized industrial design and high communication performance make it suitable for process industries, energy facilities, manufacturing plants, and other applications where network reliability directly affects production continuity.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN |
| Manufacturer | FOXBORO / Extreme Networks |
| Product Type | Managed Industrial Ethernet Switch |
| Product Series | ExtremeSwitching X440-G2 Series |
| Network Layer | Layer 2 / Layer 3 Managed Switch |
| Fiber Ports | 24 × 100BASE-FX fiber ports |
| Uplink Ports | 4 × Gigabit Ethernet ports |
| Port Interface | SFP / Fiber and Gigabit Ethernet |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 95.2 Mpps |
| Operating System | ExtremeXOS |
| Management Interface | CLI, Web Management, SNMP |
| Routing Functions | Static Routing, OSPF, BGP, VRF |
| Security Features | ACL, 802.1X, MAC Security, DHCP Snooping |
| Network Redundancy | STP, RSTP, MSTP, MLAG |
| Power Supply | 100–240 VAC |
| Redundant Power Support | Supported via RPS interface |
| Installation Method | 1U Rack Mount |
| Dimensions | Approx. 440 × 44 × 260 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |

X440-G2-24FX-GE4
Application Areas
Distributed Control Systems (DCS):
FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN is widely applied in DCS network infrastructures, providing communication between controllers, engineering workstations, operator stations, servers, and field communication devices. Its managed switching capability helps maintain stable process control communication.
Oil and Gas Facilities:
Oil refineries, petrochemical plants, and gas processing facilities require highly reliable industrial networks. X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN provides robust Ethernet connectivity for control systems, safety systems, and plant monitoring networks.
Power Generation:
Power plants depend on reliable communication between control equipment and monitoring systems. FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN supports industrial Ethernet networks used for turbine control, electrical monitoring, and plant automation.
Manufacturing Automation:
Modern factories require high-speed communication between PLCs, industrial computers, robots, and production equipment. X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN provides stable network infrastructure for automated manufacturing environments.
Water and Wastewater Treatment:
Large utility facilities require distributed control communication across extensive sites. FOXBORO X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN supports reliable fiber-based communication between remote control areas and central monitoring systems.
Industrial Network Upgrade Projects:
For existing FOXBORO automation systems, X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN can serve as a replacement network switch to maintain compatibility with established control architectures and improve communication reliability.
Related Products
- FOXBORO RH102AD – Related X440-G2 network switch variant with different configuration options.
- FOXBORO RH102AM – Similar industrial Ethernet switch model within the same RH102 series.
- Extreme Networks X440-G2-24FX-GE4 – Original ExtremeSwitching version corresponding to X440-G2-24FX-GE4 RH102AN.
- Extreme Networks X440-G2-24T-GE4 – Copper Ethernet version of the X440-G2 family.
- Extreme Networks X440-G2-24X-10GE4 – Higher-performance X440-G2 model with 10 Gigabit uplink capability.
- FOXBORO FCP270 – FOXBORO control processor commonly connected through industrial Ethernet networks.
- FOXBORO FCP280 – Next-generation FOXBORO control processor for modern DCS systems.
- FOXBORO Control Network Components – Related Ethernet communication equipment used in FOXBORO automation architectures.
