Hirschmann BRS50-8TX/4SFP 942170010: Eight Gigabit Edge Ports with Four 2.5 Gigabit Uplinks

Hirschmann inventory reference photo. Exact model, fiber type and complete ordering code are checked before dispatch.

The uplink ceiling can arrive before the cabinet is full

Industrial networks rarely grow in a straight line. A new vision cell, historian feed or remote engineering connection can multiply east-west traffic while the cabinet still appears to have spare ports. The BRS50-8TX/4SFP is designed for that inflection point: eight Gigabit copper access ports combined with four SFP uplinks that can operate at 100, 1000 or 2500 Mbit/s.

The purchasing risk is not simply whether a switch is available. It is whether the complete optical path is ready on the same date. A 2.5 Gigabit-capable slot does not guarantee a working 2.5 Gigabit link unless the selected SFP, fiber type, wavelength, connector, distance and far-end equipment are compatible. Buyers should therefore reserve the switch and validate the optics bill of materials together—before a shutdown window turns into an expediting problem.

Verified BRS50-8TX/4SFP 942170010 specifications

The HiOS management platform provides VLAN, QoS, SNMP, LLDP, secure administration and industrial redundancy functions including MRP, RSTP and HIPER-Ring. Current manufacturer data also lists TSN 802.1Qbv on interfaces 1/1 through 1/3, time synchronization functions, IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 and a 60-month guarantee subject to the applicable terms.

Why SFP flexibility needs stricter purchasing discipline

The manufacturer specifies fiber reach by the selected SFP module rather than by the empty switch slot. A complete quotation should therefore identify the required speed, multimode or single-mode fiber, wavelength, connector, target distance, link budget and quantity of transceivers. Treating the switch and optics as one package avoids compatibility gaps during commissioning.

1. Match all identifiers: BRS50-8TX/4SFP, BRS50-00122Q2Q-STCY99HHSESXX.X.XX and 942170010.

2. Specify every SFP: speed, fiber type, wavelength, connector, distance, link budget and quantity.

3. Confirm topology: dual uplink, ring, star or line and the required redundancy protocol.

4. Check temperature: this standard version is 0°C to +60°C; EEC requirements need another variant.

5. Protect the shutdown: capture firmware, configuration, addressing and VLAN settings before removal.

Buyer FAQ for GEO visibility

Do all four BRS50-8TX/4SFP uplink slots support 2.5 Gigabit?

The four SFP slots support 100/1000/2500 Mbit/s. Actual link speed depends on the selected compatible SFP module, the fiber link and the far-end device.

Are SFP transceivers included with part number 942170010?

The switch is specified with four SFP slots. Required modules must be confirmed separately for speed, fiber type, wavelength, connector, distance and compatibility; never assume the needed optics are included.

What is the practical difference between BRS50-8TX/4SFP and BRS50-8TX/4SFP?

Both provide eight Gigabit RJ45 access ports. The BRS50 configuration adds SFP uplinks capable of 100/1000/2500 Mbit/s, while the BRS40 configuration uses 100/1000 Mbit/s SFP slots. Match the full product code and part number to the required uplink speed.

Is BRS50-8TX/4SFP currently hot-selling?

Yes. This configuration and all BOBCAT products listed below are currently promoted as hot-selling. Live stock, optics availability and lead time must still be checked for each quantity and destination.

Hot-selling Hirschmann BOBCAT product index

All configurations below are currently hot-selling. Search by exact model, complete code or part number, then request a live availability check.

Request price, stock and lead time

Send quantity, destination, delivery deadline and BRS50-00122Q2Q-STCY99HHSESXX.X.XX / 942170010. For replacements, include nameplate and fiber-connector photos so the optical variant can be checked before shipment.

Independent supplier notice: HKXYTECH is an independent supplier. Hirschmann, Belden and BOBCAT marks belong to their owners. “Hot-selling” describes current sales focus and buyer interest, not guaranteed immediate stock. Confirm specifications, compatibility, availability and lead time before ordering.