Product of the Day: ESP-2 MI Serial Hub

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Product of the Day: ESP-2 MI Serial Hub

Product: ESP-2 MI Serial HubManufacturer: Equinox SystemsAddress: One Equinox Way               Sunrise, Florida 33351Telephone: 800-275-3500URL: www.equinox.com

The Equinox ESP-2 MI is a compact Multi-Interface, 2-port serial hub that provides versatile support of RS-232/422/485 protocols for industrial/manufacturing environments and commercial applications, including hospitality, medical and security access control operations. Through direct connection with the ESP-2 MI, serial peripherals without LAN ports can be enabled to function as IP-based devices. Using Equinox software driver technology, operating systems can transparently access serial COM ports as if installed within the server locally -- while the server actually remains securely isolated in back-office or remote locations.

The two-port unit operates independent of specific network operating systems and protocols and provides for easy and reliable network access of serial devices, eliminating the cost burdens imposed by extensive cable runs and dedicated computers for applications support. The compact size of the ESP-2 MI enables connectivity to almost any serial device anywhere while satisfying the rigorous environmental demands and unique needs of the industrial/factory automation marketplace. The ESP-2 MI, which was unveiled at LinuxWorld in New York in January 2003, is priced at $349 for a single unit.

Benefits & Features
  • Serial signaling support for RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 RS-485 configurable for RTS or Automatic Data Detection Control (ADDC enables simplified RS-485 half-duplex control for multi-drop applications)

  • Convenient single port option allows users to hide unused ports in network topology views

  • Versatile mounting capabilities enable quick deployment in desktop, wall mount and/or DIN-rail environments

  • Durable enclosure for Industrial Automation applications

  • Surge protection for each port up to 15,000 volts ESD

  • Multi-host attachment allows for high availability solutions

  • Operating system support for Windows 2000/NT/XP, AIX, Linux and SCO OpenServer/UnixWare

  • Provided with EquiView Plus software including SNMP support and 'built-in' datascope diagnostic functionality

  • Unit replacement feature allows an existing ESP-2 MI to be replaced with another unit -- without reconfiguration of the appliance or impacting server operation

  • Multiple input power connection options allow for either a detachable barrel connector or a secure latching connector with screw-type clamp terminals for power source connection

Advanced Port Management with EquiView Plus

Monitor and manage on port-by-port basis serial devices connected to the ESP-2 MI Serial Hub. EquiView Plus is the only SNMP-based network management software that simplifies serial I/O diagnostics and management with its 'built-in' datascope.

Network Management and Monitoring

Point and click ESP port views and statistics using pause/resume or even add additional statistics to configuration files. View TCP segment measurements for connections between locations in real time in Server Monitor view.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Capture data to files for analysis with Datascope. Select from multiple views or freeze captures based on text strings or control signals. Troubleshoot cabling, configuration and hardware with EquiView Plus' exclusive built-in break-out box diagnostic tool.

Intuitive Three-level Help Displays

Rapidly build ESP management skill with schemes that enable administrators to easily identify features and functions.

Technical Specifications

Processor: 30 bit CPUMemory: 32MB SDRAM/4MB FLASHProtocols: TCP/IPSerial Connector: Two DB-9 male DTE serial portsSerial Port Settings: Baud rate: 50bps - 230KbpsLAN Settings: Auto-detecting 10/100Base-TLAN Interface Connector: RJ45 femalePower: 9VDC - 30VDC (at less than 4W)Operating Temperature: 0 - 40ºCHumidity: 10% to 90% (Non-condensing)Dimensions: 4.75"W x 4.38"D x 1.62"HWeight: 12 oz (unit itself), 2 lb (shipping weight)Agency Approvals: FCC P. 15 Class A, CE, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-00Accessories: External power supply (included), DIN-rail mounting kit (optional)

About Equinox

Founded in 1983, Equinox, an Avocent Company, is recognized as the leader in serial connectivity products. Our award-winning SuperSerial Technology (SST) product line provides high-speed serial communications, which integrate seamlessly into any application that needs a flexible, reliable, and cost-effective serial connectivity solution.

Our SuperSerial Connectivity product line portfolio includes Network-based appliances and Bus-based adapters. The premium Network-based appliance family is comprised of Serial Hubs and Terminal Servers. Our flexible Bus-based family includes a range of Multiport Serial Adapters supplemented with connector panel and cabling convenience options for both server and workstation. Equinox has proven to be a key player in OEM relationships with Micros, IBM and HP as well as with numerous Fortune 500 companies around the world for Retail/POS, Hospitality, Medical, Secure Console Port Access, Industrial Automation, Process Control, Back Office and other custom applications.

email: potd@ssc.com

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