Specifications

NPort Server
RS-232 Device Server for TCP/IP Network
Overview
NPort Server is an ideal multiport serial product for
customers who are looking solutions
Via NPort Servers, maximum 256 RS-232 devices, near or
far, here or there, can be controlled by one Windows NT
host. Because NPort Server is a network-based serial
device server for connecting RS-232 machines, CNCs,
PLCs, weighing scales, scanners and other devices directly
to the TCP/IP network (Ethernet or Internet ). NPort Server
allows Windows NT users to control serial devices located
virtually anywhere.
Hardware
Can control RS-232 devices located virtually anywhere
(via Ethernet or Internet)
Can control large number of RS-232 devices
(256 max. per NT host)
Standalone server, no interface board is required,
no slot is wasted
No resource conflict problem such as IRQ, I/O address
Easy cable layout using standard Ethernet cable
Capability for hot-swap, easy maintenance
To control RS-232 devices in remote area
To control RS-232 devices located in different
plants/floors
To control large number of RS-232 devices
To let RS-232 devices shared by multiple hosts
Features
Software
RS-232 devices on NPort Server can be shared by
multiple hosts
Windows COM port compatible, ready-made
application can access the COMs on NPort Server
Support security mechanism to avoid unauthorized
access
Provide friendly Windows GUI making setup and
configuration very simple
Provide a professional RS-232 communication
developing tool, MOXA PComm Pro, which includes
easy-to-use API to shorten the developing time,
Data Scope utility to see what’s on the RS-232 line
and Performance Analyzer to learn the serial comm
performance
Industrial/Factory automation system
SCADA system
Automatic warehouse control system
Building automation system
Wafer fab. manufacturing system
Self-service banking system
Large scale retail system
Other remote and distributed serial devices control
Applications
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NPort Server