In the not-too-distant future, "all devices connected to the network" will become a specification, Moxa's NPort Server family, a revolutionary innovative serial-to-Ethernet device networking server, will realize this possibility. The NPort Server product is a connection bridge designed for serial to Ethernet, allowing many serial devices to connect to the network without going through the built-in Ethernet port. It has the following features:
Networked solutions:
Serial Device and Ethernet/Internet Bridge
The NPort Server family offers 1, 2, 4, 8 or 16 RS-232 or RS-422/485 serial ports, and a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port. The NPort Server allows Windows NT, Windows 95/98, or Unix hosts to control a large number of distributed serial devices such as various instruments, terminal devices, modems, sensors, and industrial devices over a TCP/IP connection network. For example, the NPort Server driver is a driver that specifically controls serial communications. It allows Windows NT and Windows 95/98 hosts to receive data from the NPort Server serial port, just as it receives standard serial data.
Lightweight solution:
Standalone server saves PC resources
The NPort Server family is not the same as the traditional multi-serial card inserted in the PC slot. It is an independent operating server under the LAN. It is not limited by the number of host slots. When you have the need to expand the serial device, you do not need to purchase an extra PC to upgrade to improve performance. Simply connect the NPort Server to the LAN and connect various devices. Expanded device. This saves you valuable time and expense, and avoids the possibility of hardware conflicts.
Distributed and scalable solutions:
High elasticity cabling and serial port expansion meet equipment distribution and expansion requirements
With the rapid development of the commercial economy, TCP/IP networks represent a cost-effective, distributed solution that is suitable for applications that require highly resilient cabling and numerous serial ports. In the TCP/IP network, serial devices connected through the NPort Server can be installed anywhere without affecting communication with Windows NT, Windows 95/98 or Unix hosts. For example, a Windows NT host can control up to 256 COM ports, which is ideal for fast growing applications. The NPort Server family of products can control multiple serial devices distributed on different floors, different plants, different regions, different cities, and even different countries via Ethernet/Internet, which is the most distributed and scalable solution.
Fast solution:
Networking your serial devices without changing your application
With the help of NPort Server, you can quickly connect your traditional serial port to the network. This also benefits from Moxa's unique serial port driver, which allows you to develop serial and multi-serial cards with the same application software, and it can be flexibly expanded and efficiently connected to the network. Each serial port on the network will select one of the above two methods, and perform socket programming or some other special access according to requirements.
Easy to use solution:
Fast installation, easy management, easy maintenance
From your first installation, NPort's management program and chart wizard will take you through the installation process. The friendly menu-style operation interface allows you to easily control these serial devices, even for beginners. In addition, many useful tools such as monitoring, inspection, data reading, and performance analysis are provided to help you use NPort Server more effectively.
The solution with the least downtime:
Hot swap and serial port sharing reduce system downtime
When you need to add or replace NPort Server, you do not need to shut down the host and stop the server from running. The hot swap function of the host computer not only simplifies the maintenance process, but also reduces the impact on the entire production line and improves system maintenance and management. In addition, each host can be shared by different hosts, which is particularly suitable for applications of redundant systems. The NPort Server family of products effectively reduces system downtime and saves maintenance costs.
Professional communication development solution:
MOXA PComm
MOXA PComm - the most powerful serial communication development tool, can greatly save your time in developing application tools. You no longer need to learn the complicated Microsoft Win32 COMM API to develop 32-bit solutions. MOXA PComm Pro provides you with a rich library of functions and practical tools, such as data reading and performance analysis, so that when you develop serial communication applications It becomes easy.