Terminal & Device Servers

The Vlinx™ family of Serial Ethernet Servers transparently connects, configures, and communicates with serial devices over Ethernet using a single IP address. Available in 1, 2 and 4 port versions. Each model uses DB9 male serial connectors and supports RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485. Desktop, panel and DIN-mountable - Vlinx offers outstanding flexibility and value for industrial and commercial applications.

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The EKI-1242EIMS Industrial Protocol gateway not only provides seamless communication between Fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet but also supports different protocol devices. Therefore, the Fieldbus gateway can integrate new and existing Modbus RTU/TCP devices to the EtherNet/IP network. Being able to collect data and exchange data between Modbus RTU/TCP to EtherNet/IP, EKI-1242EIMS is a simple and resource saving way to bring the advantages of fast data transmissions between different devices.

The EKI-1242IECMS Industrial Protocol gateway provides seamless communication between Fieldbus and Industrial Ethernet, supporting different protocol devices and integrating new and existing Modbus RTU/TCP devices with EtherCAT networks. EKI-1242IECMS is a simple and resource-saving way to bring the advantage of fast I/O data transfers between devices.

Need remote access to servers and other serial managed devices in the rack? HPE Enterprise Serial Console Servers provide remote access to headless servers such as those running UNIX, Linux or Microsoft as well as serial managed devices such as network switches and routers from any workstation on the network or a local terminal. HPE Serial Console Servers support either 16 or 48 attached devices or servers through a single IP address using any SSH or telnet client. Up to two 16 Port Serial Console Servers or one 48 Port Serial Console Server can be mounted in a single "U" of rack space. The HPE Enterprise Serial Console Server will reconfigure, reboot and re-image remotely even if the primary data network is down to minimize disruption and downtime from a single console. With its powerful user access control and streamline management from the Virtual Media option, the HPE Serial Console Server grants access to specified users or even implements Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) directory authentication while allowing servers to access storage media. Security for servers is controlled by user names, passwords, and access rights configured and stored in non volatile memory in the Serial Console Server for up to 64 users or through RADIUS. The HPE Serial Console Servers offer the security, flexibility, and efficiency that meets the needs of the most demanding IT environments.

What's new

• Auto-senses pin out configuration for seamless connection
• Management port for direct connection
• More secure, stable command line recovery of equipment
• On board Ethernet and modem (48-port model only) for in-band and out-of-band support
• External device connectivity such as a modem, sensor or mass storage device (16-port model)

Features

Streamline Management of Your IT Environment From any Location Anywhere & Anytime

HPE Enterprise Serial Console Servers includes a virtual media capability that enables you to load any large amount of data remotely.

Remote management via either in-band or out-of-band depending on the network devices within IT environment.

Scale to meet your IT demands by adding servers and users as demand increases. Auto-sensing serial ports combined with a single serial interface adapter that eliminates pin-out conversions for each type of serial device.

Integrated web-based user interface simplifies setup and management of console.

Zero touch provisioning that supports automated discovery tools to ease identification of servers, routers, switches and power devices connected to any serial port, saving time at initial configuration and installation

Improves the Efficiency of Your IT Environment as the Demand Increases or Decreases

HPE Enterprise Serial Console Servers include instant access and real-time control when you need it. Redundant communication (Ethernet and Fiber) to provide network fail-over protection.

Easy to Use with Automated Configuration Tools

Auto discovery tools to ease identification of servers, routers, switches and power devices.

Secure out-of-band (modem) communication options enable remote access at any time.

Redundant power supply options support lights-out access to your serial devices

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF DUAL BAND 802.11A/B/G/N (2.4 GHZ, 5 GHZ) TO MEET YOUR M2M APPLICATION NEEDS

The AirborneM2M™ line of industrial wireless device serial servers and Ethernet Bridge/Routers are built for networking equipment in an array of machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. AirborneM2M™ Industrial Series feature industrial strength packaging and support a wide temperature rating (-40° to 85°C) to withstand challenging M2M environments. Available in both single and dual serial port models or a single Ethernet port model. Power options include 5-36VDC input or PoE 802.3af (Power over Ethernet) on select models.