SCALANCE XC-200 - Number of PoE ports - 14

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6GK5216-3RS00-5AC2

6GK5216-3RS00-5AC2

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SCALANCE XC216-3G PoE Manageable Layer 2 IE PoE Switch; 14x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 PoE ports according to IEEE802.3at; 2 ports thereof…
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6GK5216-3RS00-2AC2

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SCALANCE XC216-3G PoE manageable Layer 2 IE PoE Switch; 14x 10, 100/1000 Mbps; RJ45 PoE Ports according to IEEE802.3at; 2 ports thereof…
Which switch for PROFINET networks?

Which switch for PROFINET networks?

Is it advisable to use cheap unmanageable switches for a few crowns or is it worth paying extra and buying manageable switches? Should I save money on buying switches for the production line or should I buy a quality PROFINET switch?