Keep distributed industrial networks connected in places where ingress protection is not optional. The IE3100 IP67 fixed system is built around 8 Gigabit Ethernet M12 ports, giving you a sealed connection point for field devices, sensors, and control equipment in environments exposed to dust, spray, and frequent cleaning. The IP67 rating matters because it changes where the switch can be deployed. Instead of limiting the network to protected cabinets, this class of hardware can support edge installations closer to the process, reducing cable runs and simplifying local connectivity. The fixed-system design also makes planning straightforward for teams standardizing on a known port layout. This SKU is positioned for organizations that value uptime at the edge and need hardware that matches the environment rather than asking the environment to adapt to the hardware. For industrial operations, that difference is often what separates a temporary workaround from a durable deployment.