The Siemens SCALANCE X108 108-0BA00-2AA3 SIMATIC NET Industrial Ethernet Switch is a rugged, managed switch for industrial networks, providing reliable, high-speed connectivity for a variety of automation applications. It has eight Ethernet ports and supports Gigabit speeds with redundancy protocols such as RSTP and MRP for increased network reliability. The switch is industrial grade, built to withstand difficult industrial environments, providing durability with respect to dust, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. Due to its integration into the SIMATIC NET portfolio, it promises communication between devices in manufacturing, process control, and other industrial sectors.