KSwitch M20

The Kontron KSwitch M20 is a modular non blocking fully managed L2/L3 1/2.5/5/10 Gigabit Ethernet Switch module with Precision Time Protocol that provides a rich and versatile feature set to integrate Ethernet switching functions on custom base board designs. Whatever you need to integrate, the KSwitch M20 is the ideal fit for all kinds of high performance Ethernet switching, either in military, avionics or industrial applications. The IEEE1588v2 features enable precise timing synchronization and packet time stamping for time sensitive applications. It also supports intelligent Power Over Ethernet devices by built in firmware. The KSwitch M20 is designed for future oriented applications that require out-standing bandwidth and communication safety.

The ten 10Gbps SerDes interfaces allows flexible implementation of various physical interfaces and speeds which is an intrinsic value for today’s investments. The default port configuration allows:

6x QSGMII (24x 10/100/1000BASE-T) and

4x 10G-USXGMII (4x 1/2.5/5G/10GBASE-T)

with external PHYs.

On project request, support for up to 28 x 1Gb/s ports or 10x10GBASE-T can be provided.

The robust design including components for extended temperature range provides the basis for rugged Ethernet switching devices. A 12 V single supply voltage gives the option for a broad portfolio of power supplies. Built-In test capabilities enable effective switch maintenance.

The KSwitch M20 module can be monitored via SNMP over serial line or Ethernet. Web based management and a comprehensive commandline interface enable layer 2/3 management including full IPv6 support. Features like IP forwarding & Multicast, Routing & Switching, Quality of Service, VLANs etc. enable complex network routing.

Kontron offers a design-in guide for KSwitch M20 custom carrier development.