Hirschmann Octopus 8TX-EEC-M-2S

Product Bulletin
OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M Key Features

• 8 managed Fast Ethernet Ports
• M12 connectors for shock and
With Standard or Advanced Software vibration resistance
• IP65/67 metal housing for discrete
Managed field-level switch – This easily installable Fast- automation and transportation
Ethernet Switch enables economical network solutions in environments
harsh industrial environments. • Operates at temperatures ranging

from -40 °C to +70 °C
• Easy installation outside of cabinets
Vibration resistant and waterproof design – Ensure
network reliability under extreme conditions. • Meets application-specific
regulations: EN 50155, EN 50121-4,
Small IP67 housing – Save precious operating space EN 45545 for trains and e1 for use in
road vehicles
with IP67 protection for cabinet-less mounting.
• Compatible with Belden cables and
Secures the network – The software includes the latest Lumberg Automation connectors
state of the art features to protect your network.
Approved for transportation industry – The OCTOPUS
8TX-EEC-M meets application specific regulations and
has all approvals for use onboard road and rail vehicles.
The switches are characterized by a compact, easy-to-install design. They resist

harsh environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, high vibration, water
and dust.
Your Benefits
Compact and Easy-to-install Device
Cabinet-less mounting means that precious operating space is saved, thanks to
which the OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2S and OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2A become a great
solution for applications with limited space capacities. The vibration resistant
and waterproof switches come ready to use and are quick and simple to put into
operation.
Layer 2 Advanced Software

The OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M is available with two levels of software. The layer 2
advanced version adds features for an increased level of availability including
IT-security to standard software. The complete feature sets of HiOS L2S and
HiOS L2A can be found on www.hirschmann.com
Layer 2 standard Layer 2 advanced
Management DNS Client – ✔
LLDP ✔ ✔
SSHv2 ✔ ✔
HTTPS ✔ ✔
Diagnostics Syslog ✔ ✔
E-Mail notification – ✔
Port mirroring ✔ ✔
VLAN mirroring – ✔
Security Radius VLAN assingment ✔ ✔
Denial of service prevention ✔ ✔
Radius policy assignment – ✔
DHCP snooping – ✔
MAC based ACL – ✔
Redundancy MRP ✔ ✔
MRP over link aggregation – ✔
Applications
The OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2S and OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2A are an ideal solution
for engineers, system integrators, and machine builders who need a compact and
fully manageable switch for mobile applications or for cabinet-less installation on
machines.
Markets
Manufacturing, Machine building, Automotive settings, Transportation.
The managed switch has vibration-proof

M12 connectors and a watertight metal
housing. It is designed for installation
without cabinets in narrow spaces.
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Technical Information
Product Description
Type OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2S and
OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2A
Description Managed IP65 and IP67 switch, HiOS software layer 2 standard or layer 2 advanced, 8 Fast-Ethernet M12-ports D-coded.
Approved for use onboard trains and road vehicles.
Order Number 942 301-001 (OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2S) / 942 301-002 (OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M-2A)
Port Type and Quantity 8 Fast Ethernet ports, M12 “D”-coded
Communication Interfaces
USB Interface M12 "A"-coded socket
LEDs Port- and power LEDs
Power Supply
Power Supply Connector M12 "A"-coded connector
Nominal Voltage 2 * 24 / 36 VDC, redundant
Voltage Range incl. max. Tolerances 16.8 to 45.0 VDC
Power Consumption 6W
Power Output (Power Dissipation) in Btu (IT)/h 20 Btu (IT)/h
Power Loss Buffer 10 ms
Internal Fuse Non-replaceable fuse
Recommended External Fuse 2 A slow blow
Enclosure
Dimensions (W x H x D) 201 mm * 61 mm * 46 mm
Weight 900 g
Mounting Wall mounting
Degree of Protection IP 67 and IP 65
Pollution Degree 4
Ambient Conditions
Operating Temperature -40 °C to +70 °C
Storage/Transport Temperature -40 °C to +85 °C
Relative Humidity 5% to 100%, also condensing
Air Pressure 700 hPA to 1060 hPa
Reliability
Mean Time Between Failure 400 000 h (GB, 25 °C)
Scope of Delivery and Accessories

Scope of Delivery Switch; insertable labels; power connector; protective caps for all connectors; security instructions
Accessories to Order Separately ACA22-M12-C (942 306-001); Adapter Cable, M12-5pin male to USB (942 309-001)
Software
Specific Major Features Hirschmann Operating System L2 Standard or L2 Advanced
Approvals
Basis Standard CE, cUL 61010-2-201
Railway Norm EN 50155, EN 45545
NOTE: These are the prominent technical specifications. Images shown are representative only and may not fully or accurately depict the relevant product. The information provided in this document is
subject to change without notice. For current and complete technical specifications please visit: www.hirschmann.com
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so have the requirements for design, implementation and maintenance of these
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Irrespective of the technology you use, you can rely on our full support – from
implementation to optimization of every aspect of daily operations.
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Product Bulletin

OCTOPUS 8TX-EEC-M Key Features

harsh industrial environments. • Operates at temperatures ranging

The switches are characterized by a compact, easy-to-install design. They resist

Layer 2 Advanced Software

The managed switch has vibration-proof

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Scope of Delivery and Accessories

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Belden Competence Center

Always Stay Ahead with Belden

For more information, visit us at www.belden.com and follow us on Twitter @BeldenIND.

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