• Fast network reconguration and simple
error diagnosis ensure smooth production
workows
• Higher machine uptime thanks to simple
commissioning through an intuitive web
interface, or by utilizing the HiDiscovery
conguration tool and Industrial HiVision
network management software
• Reduced costs due to lower power
consumption and an outstanding price-
performance ration
With a combination of managed and unmanaged
switches, the GECKO 4TX is ideally suited for use
in smaller networks, or on the edge of larger
installations. It can also be used for carrying
video signals or transmitting control data.
For industrial manufacturers looking for a cost-
effective way of entering the world of managed
switches, the GECKO 4TX offers simple network
management and enhanced network availability.
Network parameters can be centrally congured
using a web interface, while redundancy and
diagnostic functions ensure high network
availability.
Applications
In designing the GECKO 4TX, the absolute
necessary management functions were
integrated to enable the conguration and
monitoring of the switches.
This concept allows the GECKO switches to bring
added value to areas where unmanaged switches
cannot deliver the required performance. It can
also be used when fully-managed switches are
not needed, due to superuous functionality or
complex operation.
With its compact, yet robust design, the
GECKO 4TX can be used in a wide range of
areas, from solar farms to production lines in the
food and beverage sector. Potential application
scenarios include machine and plant engineering,
material handling, robotics and connecting
production cells for various industries. No matter
where it’s installed, the GECKO 4TX guarantees
reliable data communication.
Customer benefits
If you have been reluctant to use managed
switches because of their complex operation,
then the GECKO 4TX is the ideal alternative. With
the proper level of management functionality
included, you can congure and monitor the
switch without needing any special IT know-how.
In addition, commissioning is also very simple in
comparison to fully-managed switches, enabling
you to be up and running in no time.
What’s more, the redundancy functionality of
the GECKO 4TX ensures that your production
processes don’t grind to a halt even in the event
of a data communication error. Due to its low
power consumption, the switch also helps cut
long-term operating costs.
The GECKO was designed
with functional essentials
in mind, while also offering
enhancements for redundancy
and diagnostics. It can
minimize downtime to boost
the profitability of production
processes. What’s more,
the GECKO 4TX sets new
standards for low power
consumption.
Product Bulletin
PB 1093AG
GECKO 4TX from
Hirschmann™
The new GECKO 4TX industrial
Ethernet switch guarantees
reliable data communication
and enhanced redundancy and
diagnostic features. It also offers
easy-to-implement management
functionality at an outstanding
price-performance ratio.
A new product to
serve your needs·
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GECKO 4TX from Hirschmann™
The GECKO 4TX industrial
Ethernet switches provide
security, diagnostic and
redundancy functions
at a price competitive
to managed switches,
without the complex
operation.
Featuring four Fast Ethernet ports (10/100 Mbit/s) and the ability to mount on a DIN rail, the
compact dimensions (25 x 114 x 79 mm) of the GECKO 4TX require little space and in-active ports
can be disabled to protect against possible misuse.
The switch can be managed through Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) or via
HiDiscovery and Industrial HiVision from Hirschmann™. A web interface for HyperText Transfer
Protocol Secure (HTTPS) deployment is also available. For monitoring purposes, the switch
provides diagnostic and documentation options, such as a system log, Remote Monitoring
(RMON) and Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP). Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and
Quality of Service (QoS) functions are also supported.
Additional features include an IP30 protection rating, a wide operating temperature range, high
resistance to shocks and vibration, and a 24 V DC power supply. What’s more, with a power
consumption of less than 3 W, the GECKO requires minimal electricity.
Benefits at a glance
• Outstanding price-performance ratio thanks to the Lite Management concept
• SNMP and HiDiscovery/Industrial HiVision, plus a web interface, ensure fast and convenient
administration
• RSTP guarantees reliable data communication
• Longer machine uptime due to simple installation and commissioning
• A range of diagnostic functions ensures fast identication of errors, resulting in smooth
production processes
• Reduced operating costs due to low power consumption
• Space-saving installation from a compact design
• A wide range of application scenarios due to robust characteristics (i.e., resistance to shocks
and vibration, operating temperature range from 0°C to +60°C and IP30 protection rating)
• 24 V DC power supply
• Ideally combined with Ethernet cable from Belden®
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Technical Information
Product Description
Type GECKO 4TX
Description Lite Managed Industrial ETHERNET Rail-Switch, Ethernet/Fast-Ethernet Switch, Store and Forward Switching Mode, fanless design
Port type and Quantity 4 x 10/100BASE-TX, TP-cable, RJ45 sockets, auto-crossing, auto-negotiation, auto-polarity
Order No. 942 104-001
More Interfaces
Power supply/Signaling contact 1 plug-in terminal block, 3-pin, no signaling contact
Network Size - Length of Cable
Twisted pair (TP) 0 - 100 m
Multimode ber (MM) 50/125 μm n/a
Multimode ber (MM) 62,5/125 μm n/a
Singlemode ber (SM) 9/125 μm n/a
Singlemode ber (LH) 9/125μm
(long haul transceiver)
n/a
Network Size - Cascadibility
Line - / Star topology Any
Power Requirements
Operating Voltage DC 9.6 V - 32 V
Current Consumption at 24V DC 120 mA
Power Consumption 2,9 W
Software
Management Web-interface, TFTP cong le/rmware transfer, SNMP v1/v2/v3
Diagnose Device status indication (LEDs), Log-File, RMON (1) statistics, Simple interface statistics, Topology Discovery according to IEEE 802.1AB (LLDP)
Conguration BOOTP/DHCP, DHCP Option 82, HiDiscovery
Security SNMPv3 (authNoPriv), Possibility to disable each port
Redundancy functions RSTP according to IEEE 802.1D-2004
Filter TOS/DSCP prioritization (Mapping TOS/DSCP to 802.1D/p), Prioritization through 4 queues, Static unicast/multicast lter entries (up to 100)
Ambient Conditions
Operating Temperature 0°C to +60°C
Storage/Transport Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Relative Humidity (non-condensing) 5% to 95%
Mechanical Construction
Mounting DIN Rail
Protection Class IP30
Dimensions (WxHxD) 25 mm x 114 mm x 79 mm
Weight 100 g
Approvals
Safety of Industrial Control Equipment cUL 61010-1 (previously cUL 508)
Reliability
MTBF 23 years
Warranty 5 years (standard)
Scope of Delivery and Accessories
Scope of Delivery Device, terminal block, operating manual
Accessories Rail power supply RPS 30, RPS 80 EEC or RPS 120 EEC (CC)
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Phone: 1-510-438-9071
©Copyright 2014, Belden, Inc.
www.belden.com/hirschmann
GECKO 4TX | PB1093AG | INIT_HIR_0314_A_AG
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