Lantronix Device Server UDS 100

Lantronix Device Server UDS 100 ... chip, the UDS100 lets you replace limited distance, point-to-point serial connections. Now, you can remotely monitor, manage, and share connected devices over a network or the Internet.

Using a method called serial tunneling, the UDS100 encapsulates serial data into packets and transports it over Ethernet. Using two UDS100s, connected by a network, virtual serial connections can be extended across a facility or around the world.

Lantronix' approach to network-enabling devices is transparent to your attached devices and software. So, you won't need to change the way you work, and there's no need to develop special software to take advantage of Ethernet networking. The included redirection software simplifies your integration process by extending the functionality of your COM-port-based Windows applications. With virtual COM ports, mapped to remote Device Servers on the network, you can replace direct serial connections.

Used to replace dial-up modems, the UDS100 eliminates the need and expense of analog phone lines. In modem emulation mode, the unit accepts AT-style commands, presenting an intelligent modem interface to attached devices. The UDS100 even includes a built-in web server, which can be used for configuration, or to display operating and troubleshooting information on the attached device. When attached to the Internet, it provides links to online support.

Where there's a need for custom user interfaces and a desire to use common and familiar tools, the UDS100 can serve Java applets to a user's web browser. As such, the UDS100 becomes a conduit between you and your device over the network or Internet.

The included Windows-based configuration software simplifies installation and setup. The UDS100 can also be setup locally through its serial port, or remotely over a network using telnet or a web browser. Flash memory provides for maintenance-free nonvolatile storage of web pages, and allows future system software upgrades.

If you're looking for a transparent, cost-effective, and scalable means to network-enable your serial devices, look no further than Lantronix.