{"product_id":"p0973jm-a4h124-24tx-foxboro-ethernet-switch","title":"P0973JM A4H124-24TX Foxboro Ethernet Switch","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-density copper Ethernet switching and packet distribution within Foxboro industrial control network architectures, the \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0973JM A4H124-24TX\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eP0973JM\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethernet Switch) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. It operates as a 24-port 10\/100Base-T managed switch platform designed to maintain deterministic data communication across distributed automation nodes and supervisory host systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP0973JM\u003c\/strong\u003e: Foxboro specific system catalog and hardware identification suffix defining proprietary assembly, custom mounting adaptation, and logistics tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA4H124-24TX\u003c\/strong\u003e: Original OEM platform designation representing the 24-port copper Ethernet switch core configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP0973JM (A4H124-24TX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro \/ Extreme Networks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsult Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Industrial Rackmount Chassis Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 19-inch 1U Rackmount Form Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 50 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard AC\/DC Internal Redundant Power Rails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 ports for 10\/100Base-T Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial Wire-Speed Performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVLAN Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tagging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMAC Address Table Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Enterprise Table Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integration of industrial networking hardware into distributed control systems mandates strict physical segregation between high-speed packet exchanges and sensitive analog measurement infrastructures. While handling multi-port Ethernet data traffic, this switch provides robust isolation barriers that prevent electromagnetic interference from bridging Ethernet backbones and adjacent 4-20 mA HART loop protocol lines or FOUNDATION Fieldbus \/ Profibus PA connectivity loops residing on nearby termination assemblies. Grounding and galvanic protection profiles safeguard controller ports from common-mode voltage transients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the P0973JM switch support redundant power supply inputs for high availability?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, it is engineered with dual power input support to ensure uninterrupted network operations during cabinet power supply failure scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What type of physical media connections are supported on the 24 ports?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The switch features 24 copper ports configured for standard 10\/100Base-T Ethernet connectivity over RJ45 interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Are the Ethernet ports capable of auto-negotiation for speed and duplex modes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, all ports support automatic speed detection and full\/half-duplex operation modes to match connected field devices and controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the switch securely within a standard 19-inch industrial equipment rack, ensuring sufficient front and rear clearance for natural convection airflow and thermal management. Verify that all network cables are properly routed through dedicated cable management channels away from high-voltage power lines. Connect the chassis ground directly to the cabinet ground bus using a low-impedance copper conductor prior to energizing the power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67694874526005,"sku":"P0973JM A4H124-24TX","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/P0973JNA4H124-24FX_126ad039-4324-410f-81d9-2907adc4c1c6.png?v=1791959117","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/p0973jm-a4h124-24tx-foxboro-ethernet-switch","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}