The PortServer TS 2/4 delivers standard serial-to-Ethernet connectivity simply and reliably. They easily address the growing need to connect individual devices to the network over industry standard Ethernet in many applications.

They are ideal for applications requiring COM ports or where TCP/UDP Sockets, or UDP multicast functionality is required. They include Digis patented RealPort technology which makes it possible to establish a connection between the host and networked serial device by creating a local COM or TTY port on the host computer, allowing existing software applications to work without modification.

Features:

Connects to 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN
Telnet, Reverse Telnet, Rlogin and auto connect support
Ports may be shared by multiple hosts running different operating systems
Full modem and hardware flow control
Password access
Up to nine Telnet or Rlogin sessions per port
SNMP management
Supports DHCP allowing for easy IP configuration
Easily upgradeable firmware via TFTP or BootP
Save/Restore configuration to host
Surge protection on all ports
Line Printer Daemon support (LPD)
DPA-Remote for easy administration