User Manual

NPort W2250/2150 Plus User’s Manual Introduction
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Overview
Moxa’s NPort W2250/2150 wireless device servers are the ideal choice for connecting your
RS-232/422/485 serial devices—such as PLCs, meters, and sensors—to a Wired Ethernet LAN
and Wireless LAN. Your communications software will be able to access the serial devices from
anywhere over a local LAN, WLAN, or the Internet. Moreover, the WLAN environment offers an
excellent solution for applications in which the serial devices are moved frequently from place to
place.
NPort W2250/2150 wireless serial device servers support automatic IP configuration protocols
(DHCP, BOOTP) and manual configuration via a handy web browser console. Both IP
configuration methods ensure quick and effective installation, and the NPort Windows Driver
Manager Utility makes Port Mapping very convenient to configure.
An external antenna increases the range of the wireless connection. Users can position the
adjustable antenna for maximum signal strength or even replace the antenna with their own for
additional flexibility and scalability. This feature is particularly useful when a serial device is
connected in a high interference area. As an added feature, a signal strength indicator is located on
the front panel to make it easier to troubleshoot connection problems.
NPort W2250/2150 wireless serial device servers ensure the compatibility of network software
that uses a standard network API by providing TCP Server Mode, TCP Client Mode, and UDP
Mode. The Real COM/TTY drivers allow software that works with COM/TTY ports to be set up
to work over a TCP/IP network in no time. This excellent feature preserves your software
investment and lets you enjoy the benefits of networking your serial devices instantly.
To make your management task easier, the NPort W2250/2150 Series provides additional features,
such as password authentication, IP filter, WEP support for 64-bit and 128-bit encryption, and
SNMP support.
Package Checklist
NPort W2250/2150 is shipped with the following items:
Standard Accessories
y NPort W2250 or NPort W2150 x 1
y Documentation & Software CD
y RJ45 to RJ45 Ethernet cross-over cable
y RJ45 to male DB9 cable (CBL-RJ45M9-150)
y Power adaptor
y Warranty Booklet
y Quick Installation Guide
Optional Accessories
y DK-35A DIN-Rail Mounting Kit (35 mm)
y CBL-RJ45M9-150 (8-pin RJ45 to male DB9 cable; 150 cm)
y CBL-RJ45F9-150 (8-pin RJ45 to female DB9 cable; 150 cm)
y CBL-RJ45M25-150 (8-pin RJ45 to male DB9 cable; 150 cm)
y CBL-RJ45F25-150 (8-pin RJ45 to male DB9 cable; 150 cm)
NOTE: Notify your sales representative if any of the above items is missing or damaged.