12.1 Hirschmann Product Families — Overview
The previous chapters covered industrial protocols running on Hirschmann switches: PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, HSR/PRP, TSN, and MRP. This chapter introduces the product families implementing those protocols. Part 6 covers each family in depth with specifications, order codes, and selection guidance.
The Portfolio at a Glance
Section titled “The Portfolio at a Glance”Hirschmann organizes the product portfolio into 4 categories:
Software Platforms
Section titled “Software Platforms”Managed switches run 1 of 4 software platforms:
| Platform | Products | Key Capability |
|---|---|---|
| HiEOS | LEMUR | Entry-level L2, simplified GUI |
| HiOS L2/L3 | BOBCAT, RSP, RSPE, GREYHOUND, MACH | Full L2/L3, MRP, HSR/PRP, 802.1X |
| HiSecOS | EAGLE40 | Stateful firewall, DPI, IPSec VPN |
| HiLCOS | BAT series | WLAN, routing, firewall, AutoWDS mesh |
Where to Go Next
Section titled “Where to Go Next”Part 6 covers every product family in depth — specifications, environmental ratings, certifications, and selection guidance:
Chapter 17 — DIN Rail Switches SPIDER III, LEMUR, GECKO, BOBCAT, MSP, RED, RSP, RSPE, BXS, BXP — with specifications and use cases.
Chapter 18 — Rack Mount Switches GREYHOUND series and DRAGON MACH4x00 — aggregation and core switches for large installations.
Chapter 19 — Industrial Security Products EAGLE One, EAGLE40, and Rail Data Diode — firewalls and data diodes for OT network defense.
Chapter 21 — Product Selection Guide Select the right product for any application — from SPIDER III to DRAGON MACH to EAGLE40.
What Comes Next
Section titled “What Comes Next”The next section covers HiOS — the operating system running on managed Hirschmann switches. HiOS knowledge forms the foundation for configuring VLANs, MRP, and security features on Hirschmann switches.
References
Section titled “References”- Hirschmann. (2024). Belden/Hirschmann Essentials 2024. Belden.
- Belden. (2024). Product Catalog — Industrial Ethernet Switches. https://www.belden.com/brands/hirschmann