Allied Telesis IE220-6GHX-980 – TAA Industrial 6-Port PoE++ Switch

Product Overview

The Allied Telesis IE220 industrial 6-port PoE++ switch (IE220-6GHX-980) is a TAA-compliant, hardened Layer 2+ managed Ethernet switch designed for mission-critical deployments in smart buildings, intelligent transportation systems, and industrial automation networks. Delivering IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ at up to 95W per port across four 10/100/1000T copper ports and dual 1G/10G SFP+ fiber uplinks, the IE220-6GHX is engineered for high-density power delivery in harsh environments. Its extended operating temperature range and fanless design make it the ideal industrial PoE++ switch for manufacturing floors, outdoor enclosures, and process control edge nodes where reliability and TAA compliance are non-negotiable.

Product Description

The Allied Telesis IE220-6GHX-980 operates across an extended temperature range of -40°C to 75°C, making it suitable for uncontrolled environments including outdoor enclosures, transportation cabinets, and industrial control panels. Four PoE++ copper ports (IEEE 802.3bt) each source up to 95W to power demanding devices such as AI-enabled PTZ cameras with IR and heater-blower units, multi-sensor edge nodes, and high-power access control readers. The dual 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports provide 10 Gigabit fiber connectivity for high-bandwidth backhaul to distribution and core layers, ensuring the switch can serve as a high-capacity edge node in converged IT/OT networks. The 180W total PoE budget is managed dynamically: power is allocated in real time based on each powered device's actual draw, and the Continuous PoE feature allows the switch to reboot without interrupting power delivery to downstream devices—critical for safety-critical endpoints. Fanless operation eliminates moving parts and reduces maintenance overhead in environments subject to dust, vibration, and electromagnetic noise. The enclosure achieves IP30 protection and mounts on standard 35mm DIN rail or wall surfaces, fitting neatly into compact field cabinets. Network resiliency is ensured through support for EPSRing™, ITU-T G.8032 ERPS, and Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) with sub-10ms ring recovery, protecting automation continuity. SDN integration via OpenFlow v1.3 and NETCONF/RESTCONF with YANG data models enables programmable network management and SDN-based micro-segmentation for OT network security. The switch runs AlliedWare Plus™ and supports full integration with Allied Telesis AMF Plus for zero-touch provisioning, centralized management, and automated recovery. TAA compliance (980 suffix) confirms country-of-origin requirements for US Government and federally funded procurement. Certifications include RoHS, WEEE, REACH, and China RoHS. A 5-year limited warranty is included.

Key Features

• IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ (Type 4, up to 95W per port) — Powers high-demand devices including AI-enabled PTZ cameras, multi-sensor units, IR/heater-blower cameras, and edge compute nodes.
• 180W total PoE budget with dynamic allocation — Real-time power management distributes the shared budget based on actual device consumption, maximizing port utilization.
• Dual 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports — Delivers 10 Gigabit fiber backhaul for bandwidth-intensive edge applications and future-proof uplink scalability.
• Extended operating temperature: -40°C to 75°C — Certified for deployment in harsh, uncontrolled environments including outdoor enclosures and industrial control panels.
• Fanless design with IP30 protection — Silent, maintenance-free operation resistant to dust, vibration, and electromagnetic interference.
• DIN rail and wall mount support — Flexible installation in standard 35mm DIN rail cabinets or direct wall-mount configurations.
• Continuous PoE — Switch reboots without interrupting PoE power delivery to connected devices, maintaining endpoint uptime during firmware upgrades.
• EPSRing™, G.8032 ERPS, and MRP support — Sub-10ms ring recovery for high-availability industrial Ethernet and automation networks.
• OpenFlow v1.3 and NETCONF/RESTCONF + YANG — Full SDN orchestration and programmatic network automation for IT/OT convergence and micro-segmentation.
• TAA compliant (980 suffix) — Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for US Government and federally funded network deployments.
• AlliedWare Plus™ OS with AMF Plus — Enterprise-grade operating system with centralized zero-touch provisioning, automated recovery, and lifecycle management.
• Surge immunity for outdoor/outside plant deployment — Protects against transient voltage spikes in outdoor and perimeter network installations.

Typical Applications

• Smart building automation: security cameras, access control, HVAC, energy management, and lighting control
• Intelligent transportation systems: adaptive traffic control, telematics, roadside cabinets, and fleet management edge nodes
• Smart city infrastructure: parking management, environmental monitoring, information kiosks, and public safety networks
• Industrial automation and process control: IIoT edge connectivity in manufacturing floors and process control panels
• Physical security networks: PoE++ for AI PTZ cameras, multi-sensor units, and access control in harsh outdoor environments
• Utility and energy networks: substation edge switching with DIN rail mounting and redundant ring topology

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the operating temperature range of the IE220-6GHX-980?

The IE220-6GHX-980 operates from -40°C to 75°C, making it suitable for uncontrolled industrial environments, outdoor enclosures, and harsh field deployments without requiring active cooling.

Q: How much PoE power can each port deliver?

Each of the four RJ-45 copper ports supports IEEE 802.3bt PoE++ (Type 3 and Type 4), delivering up to 95W per port. The switch is backward compatible with IEEE 802.3af (PoE), 802.3at (PoE+), and Hi-PoE (60W) devices.

Q: What is the total PoE power budget?

The IE220-6GHX-980 has a 180W total PoE budget shared across all four PoE-capable ports. Dynamic power allocation ensures the budget is distributed based on real-time device demand.

Q: What mounting options are available?

The switch supports 35mm DIN rail mounting and wall mounting. Both the DIN rail clip and wall-mount bracket are included in the box.

Q: Is the IE220-6GHX-980 TAA compliant?

Yes. The 980 suffix specifically identifies the TAA-compliant variant, confirming that the product meets Trade Agreements Act country-of-origin requirements for US Government and federally funded purchases.

Q: What ring redundancy protocols are supported?

The switch supports EPSRing™ (Allied Telesis proprietary), ITU-T G.8032 ERPS, and Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) as a Media Redundancy Client, with recovery times as low as 10ms.

Q: Does the IE220-6GHX-980 support SDN and network automation?

Yes. The switch supports OpenFlow v1.3 for SDN orchestration and NETCONF/RESTCONF with YANG data modeling for programmatic network automation. It also integrates with Allied Telesis AMF Plus and Vista Manager for centralized management.

Q: What is Continuous PoE and why does it matter in industrial deployments?

Continuous PoE allows the switch to restart (for firmware upgrades or configuration changes) without interrupting power delivery to connected powered devices. In industrial and security applications where camera or sensor downtime is unacceptable, this feature preserves endpoint uptime during maintenance windows.