Siemens SCALANCE XR-500 Instructions

1 Introduction
VRRP
Entry-ID: 109798556, V1.0, 09/2021
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1.3 Components used
SCALANCE XM-400 and XR-500
The devices of the SCALANCE XM-400 series and the devices of the SCALANCE
XR-500 series can be used as routers for automation. They meet all the
requirements for IP routing.
The following routing functions are available on the devices:
• Static routing
• Dynamic routing. The following protocols are supported:
- OSPF / OSPF v3
- VRRP / VRRPv3
- RIP / RIPng
Note
The devices of the SCALANCE XM-400 series and the devices of the
SCALANCE XR-500 series are offered in two variants:
• The Layer 3 function (routing) is ready and integrated in the device.
• The Layer 3 function (routing) can be activated with a KEY-PLUG.
The Layer 3 function is required for this application example.
When choosing your device, please note whether the routing function is already included
in the device or whether you need an additional KEY-PLUG with license.
SCALANCE S
The SCALANCE S series Industrial Security Appliances protect industrial networks
and automation systems by segmenting the network and establishing secure
communications channels.
Only VRRPv3 is available on these devices as a routing function:
This examples uses
• 2 SCALANCE XM408-8C (item number 6GK5 408-8GR00-2AM2)
• 2 SCALANCE S615 (item number 6GK5 615-0AA00-2AA2).

Siemens SCALANCE XR-500 Specifications

General

Brand	Siemens
Model	SCALANCE XR-500
Category	Switch
Language	English