Advantech Extends Ethernet Data Gateway Family for Rear Wiring Requirements

Advantech has released two more products to its Ethernet Data Gateway Family. EDG-4508R+ and EDG-4516R+ connect up to 8/16 RS-232/422/485 devices to an Ethernet network for easier access and remote management. Each serial port has rear wiring with 15,000 Vesd protection against static electricity. This makes it suitable for applications in telecommunications, factory automation, SCADA systems, warehouse control, building automation, self-service banking systems and large-scale retail systems.

PEDG-4508R+ and EDG-4516R+ have rear wiring to make it more suitable and easier to maintain while mounted in a 19" rack. This is a feature commonly requested by telecommunications companies, but is also popular in other areas. Wiring has been simplified by using RJ48 instead of DB9 connectors for the serial ports, and for easier monitoring there are Tx/Rx LED indicators on the front for all serial ports, as well as the mode and power indicators.

Configuration for serial device control can be completed via an Ethernet network, remotely through the web, through its four digital input and four digital output channels, or by the V.24 console port. You therefore have a wide range of choices for how you want to control your serial devices.

Drivers are available for Windows®98/NT/2000 and XP. Both EDG-4508R+ and EDG-4516R+ are scheduled to be available in the late December 2004. Contact an Advantech sales representative today to find out more about how this Ethernet Data Gateway can benefit your business.