Taipei,Taiwan,November.26,2015

Ethernet has been increasingly adopted in industrial applications due to various benefits it brings such as higher security, scalability, and availability; however, integrating the variety of serial devices on the edge of the network with the IP network has posed a great challenge to IT staff. To achieve seamless connectivity to remote serial devices, ORing has launched the IDS-342GT device server to connect legacy devices with Ethernet devices, allowing them to be monitored and controlled over the Internet. 

Fully compliant with Modbus/TCP, the IDS-342GT can act as a Modbus gateway to convert Modbus/TCP on Ethernet to serial Modbus RTU or ASCII. This offers a convenient and cost-effective solution to connect existing devices or controllers running Modbus serial protocols to an Ethernet network, allowing customers to integrate legacy, proprietary SCADA and HMI equipment into a modern Ethernet network.

With four RS-232/422/485 serial ports alongside two Gigabit Ethernet ports, the device server can convert serial signals to twisted-pair signals which can then be transmitted over the Internet. In addition, the device supports a baud rate up to 921.6kbps for fast data transmission. By making serial devices Internet ready, any serial devices such as card readers, measurement devices, or data acquisition terminals can operate as if they are locally attached.

 Capable of transferring data simultaneously into five host PCs, the new device server assures all critical data is saved in different host PCs to avoid Ethernet downtime or host PC failure. In addition to versatile operation modes such as Virtual Com, Serial tunnel, TCP server, TCP client, and UDP modes, the administrator can also configure the device server remotely through the NAT router from different IP domains or via the Internet using the NAT Router Pass-Through features, DDNS, and PPPoE.

The device is equipped with two DC power inputs to ensure non-stop operation during breakouts. All pins provide ±15kV ESD-protection to protect against electrostatic discharges encountered during handling and assembly. With a wide operating temperature range from -40 to 70^oC, the device can work in harsh industrial environments.

Through the deployment of the new device servers, the client can enjoy the inherent benefits of Ethernet networks while securing their existing investments in legacy devices. 

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About ORing

Founded in 2005, ORing specializes in developing innovative own-branded products for industrial settings. As the adoption of network technology in industrial environments increases, ORing has accumulated abundant experience in switch and wireless product design. With high product quality and best customer services in mind, ORing has continued to launch cutting-edge products based on its solid experience in the development of industrial switches, wireless devices, and serial equipment. To achieve high product reliability, ORing has integrated failover and redundancy in products certificated for various industrial applications to ensure uninterrupted operation. Highly recognized and widely adopted by many international customers, ORing’s products have been applied in surveillance, rail transport, industrial automation, power substations, renewable energy, and marine applications. ORing has set up many offices worldwide to provide real-time services and address customer needs. The high quality and stability of our products have great reputation from our customers in different industries.