Siemens 6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3 SCALANCE X204-2LD Managed Switch

6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3 | SCALANCE X204-2LD Managed IE Switch

Short Description: Siemens 6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3 SCALANCE X204-2LD managed switch. 4x RJ45 10/100 Mbit/s, 2x single-mode BFOC (100 Mbit/s). Redundant power, PROFINET IO device, MRP/HRP redundancy manager. IP30, -40°C to +70°C.

Technical Overview

• ◆ Family: SCALANCE X204-2LD
• ◆ Model: 6GK5204-2BC10-2AA3
• ◆ Ports: 4x RJ45 (10/100M) + 2x BFOC single-mode (100M)
• ◆ Management: Fully managed (CLI, Web, SNMP v1/v2/v3)
• ◆ Redundancy: MRP, HRP, PRP, passive listening
• ◆ Power: Redundant supply inputs
• ◆ Ring recovery: < 0.3 s (typical)
• ◆ Protection: IP30, wide temp -40°C ~ +70°C

Key Specifications

• ▶ Data rate: 10/100 Mbit/s (auto-negotiation)
• ▶ Supply voltage: 24V DC (redundant inputs)
• ▶ Power loss: 6.36 W typ. (265 mA @24V)
• ▶ Signal contact: 24V DC / 0.1A (fault alarm)
• ▶ Storage: C-PLUG support for config backup
• ▶ Diagnostics: Port diagnosis, packet/error statistics
• ▶ Management: CLI, HTTP/HTTPS, TFTP, FTP, SSH
• ▶ PROFINET: Conformance class B, I&M0/I&M1
• ▶ MTBF: 74.64 years

Compatible Systems & Devices

• SIMATIC S7-1200/1500/300/400 series PLCs
• PROFINET IO controllers (e.g., CPU 1516, 417)
• ET 200 distributed I/O stations via PROFINET
• Third-party devices supporting standard Ethernet/SNMP
• Industrial ring networks (MRP/HRP) backbone nodes
• Long-distance single-mode fiber links (up to 26 km)

Oiltech Controls Review

• ⭐ “Deployed X204-2LD in -30°C cold storage – stable for 2+ years.”
• ⭐ “MRP reconfiguration <0.3s, zero packet loss during cable failover.”
• ⭐ “Plug-and-play with S7-1500, web interface great for diagnostics.”
• ⭐ “Single-mode BFOC ports delivered reliable 15km links.”

Oiltech Controls’s Insight

• ✔ X204-2LD supports both MRP and HRP – choose MRP for PROFINET standard, HRP for faster recovery.
• ✔ Use C-PLUG for quick swap-out without reconfiguration.
• ✔ Redundant power inputs are recommended for critical ring nodes.
• ✔ Wire the signal contact to PLC digital input or alarm lamp for fault notification.
• ✔ Enable SNMP traps and use I&M data for asset tracking.

Why Buy From Oiltech Controls?

• ✓ 15+ years in industrial automation – deep SCALANCE expertise.
• ✓ Worldwide shipping via FedEx, UPS, DHL (24-28h dispatch).
• ✓ Every unit tested (surplus/refurbished) before shipment.
• ✓ 12-month warranty – full hardware coverage.
• ✓ Technical verification and support for obsolete systems.

Professional FAQ (Experience & Selection Guide)

• Q1: X204-2LD vs X204-2 (non-LD) – which to choose?
  A: LD version supports single-mode fiber (BFOC) with longer range (up to 26km). For distances under 3km, multi-mode is more cost-effective. This model is designed for backbone or cross-building links.
• Q2: How to configure redundancy manager in a ring?
  A: Set the most capable switch in the ring as redundancy manager (RM). X204-2LD supports both MRP and HRP, but use only one protocol per ring. MRP is recommended for PROFINET environments.
• Q3: Is C-PLUG mandatory?
  A: Not mandatory but highly recommended. C-PLUG stores full configuration – insert into replacement switch to restore all settings instantly, minimizing downtime.
• Q4: How to wire the signal contact?
  A: The signal contact is a normally-closed (NC) relay output. It closes during normal operation and opens on fault. Connect to a PLC digital input or alarm circuit – use 24V DC / 100mA max.
• Q5: Does this switch support PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol)?
  A: Yes, as a standard node in a PRP network (but not RNA). Suitable for high-availability substation or process automation networks when paired with other PRP-capable SCALANCE switches.

Shipping & Warranty

• 📦 Dispatch within 24-28 hours (business days) after order.
• ✈ Carriers: FedEx, UPS, DHL – tracking number provided.
• 🛡 12-month warranty against material and workmanship defects.

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