Siemens SIMATIC NET SCALANCE X-100 Series - Network Topologies for SCALANCE X-100; SCALANCE X-100 Network Topology Options; Bus Topology Example with SCALANCE X-100

SCALANCE X-100
Operating Instructions, 04, A2B00060666D
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Network topologies
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Switching technology allows extensive networks to be set up with numerous nodes and
simplifies network expansion.
Which topologies can be implemented?
Using the Industrial Ethernet switches of the SCALANCE X-100 product line, you can
implement bus and star topologies.
Note
Make s
ure that the maximum permitted cable lengths for the relevant devices are not
exceeded. You will find the permitted cable lengths in the technical specifications.
Bus topology
Figure 2-1 Electrical / optical linear topology with SCALANCE X-100