The DS100 Serial Device Server is a complete Ethernet-to-serial converter that externally connects any serial device to the Ethernet network. The DS100 is ideal for system integrators wishing to quickly network-enable existing installations or equipment. Read our Technology Primer to learn about 3 basic ways of using the DS100.
Features :
Network enables any serial device
Transparently routes the data between its 10BaseT Ethernet and serial port
Available in two versions:
- DS100R with RS232 interface
- DS100B with RS232/422/485 universal serial port (interface is selected by jumper)
Communicates with other stations on the network using TCP or UDP protocols
Flexible, has many adjustable functioning parameters (Settings)
All settings can be configured through the serial port or over the network
Supports over-the-network configuration of IP-address
Supports on-the-fly commands for immediate remote change of serial port parameters (baudrate, parity, etc.)
Features compact, attractive design (dimensions only 95x57x30 mm)
Internal firmware can be upgraded in the field
Supplied with the Tibbo Device Server Toolkit (TDST) software including the Virtual Serial Port Driver (aka. COM redirector), convenient setup and management utilities
Fully compatible with the EM100 Ethernet Module (in fact, it is based on the EM100)
